Primary Student Learning Assistant - 3 days per week ~ MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter

Catholic Education Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12.75% employer super

Leave loading 17.5%

Salary packaging options

Long service leave after 7 years

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter is seeking a part-time Student Learning Assistant for the Primary team for 2027. The role supports teachers in delivering learning programs, either in small groups or 1:1, to maximise student outcomes.

Commencement is Term 1, 2027, with a 18-20 hour week schedule and term-time permanent status. Salary is $34.17–$35.62 per hour gross plus 12.75% employer super, with closing date 25 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

Responsibilities

• Maximise educational outcomes for students by providing assistance to Teachers to meet learning goals, including small group and 1:1 support.

Job description

MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter is seeking applications for a part-time Student Learning Assistant to join their Primary team in 2027.

Commencement Date: Term 1, 2027 - Monday 25 January 2026

Salary Range: SOF Level 3$34.17-$35.62 gross per hour + 12.75% super

Employment Type: Term-Time, Permanent Position

Hours: 18-20Hours Per Week (3 days per week - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

Closing Date for Applications: 12.00 pm, Wednesday 25th November 2026 (unless filled prior)

MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter

MacKillop Catholic College, a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016 with Prep-Year 3 classes. The College has developed progressively, adding additional year levels annually, and commenced secondary education in 2020 with Year 7, and the first Year 12 cohort graduating in 2025. Guided by the authentic discipleship of Saint Mary MacKillop of the Cross, and the Josephite tradition, our mission, to inspire hearts, minds and spirits, is grounded in the vision to provide quality 21st century education to the young people in our community.

About the Role

The purpose of the School Learning Officer role is to maximise educational outcomes for students by providing assistance to Teachers to meet the learning goals of students. This may involve assisting Teachers in the delivery of learning programs both in small group and/or 1:1 scenarios.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description ASOC SLA PD L3.pdf

Work Requirements

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport Membership available

Enquiries

Jessica Russell - Human Resources Officer
P: 4081 7600
E: [e-mail]

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.