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

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer super

Leave loading

Salary packaging

Long service leave

Parental leave

Employee assistance

Fitness Passport

Job summary

MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter is seeking applications for a part-time Student Learning Assistant to join their Primary team in 2027. Hours: 18-20 hours per week (3 days per week: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday).

The School Learning Officer will assist teachers to deliver learning programs, in small group or 1:1 settings, to maximise educational outcomes. This Term-Time, permanent position includes a 12.75% employer superannuation contribution and other benefits; applicants must hold a

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to Teachers to meet learning goals, in small group and/or 1:1 delivery
• Assist in delivering learning programs across the primary curriculum

Job description

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

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions – Mount Peter QLD

Contract, Permanent

3d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions

• MacKillop Catholic College - Mount Peter
• Non-Teaching
• Term Time - Permanent

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)

Please note applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity.

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 DescriptionASOC 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: *************@cns.catholic.edu.au

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 ourReconciliation Action Plan.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.