School Officer (Prep Classroom Support) - Mater Dei School, ASHGROVE WEST

Brisbane Catholic Education; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is the largest Catholic education provider in Queensland, employing over 12,000 people across a range of positions. Mater Dei Catholic Primary School in Ashgrove West offers a dynamic learning environment with modern facilities and a strong Marian Tradition.

BCE emphasizes equity, safeguarding, and inclusion, providing flexible work arrangements where possible. This part-time role supports the delivery of high-quality learning and teaching programs for students

Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering effective teaching programs.
• Ability to monitor student progress and apply evidence-based interventions.
• Experience supporting diverse learning needs to improve outcomes.
• Collaborative skills to work with specialists and coordinate intervention groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparation and delivery of learning programs using technology and learning support activities.
• Monitor student progress and identify learning gaps for intervention strategies.
• Provide guidance to support students with diverse learning needs to improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with school specialists to organize and assist intervention groups.
• Document observation notes and intervention programs, and help prepare classroom materials.

Skills

Planning

Teaching support

Monitoring progress

Differentiation

Documentation

Education

Certificate III in Education Support

Job description

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About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education .

About our school
At Mater Dei Catholic Primary School, we provide a dynamic, co-educational learning environment where joy and laughter are central to every day. For over 70 years we have been proudly providing a faith-filled education rooted in the Marian Tradition and the charism of the Sisters of Charity. Our motto, “Caritas - Care and Concern”, inspires everything we do.

Our school boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including flexible, air-conditioned learning spaces with interactive projectors and 1:1 iPad for each student; a large oval and several playgrounds; a Sport Centre and a modern, double-story Resource Centre that incorporates a Hall, Library, and iHub equipped with a variety of STEM equipment. We also offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, including Robotics Club, Chess, Mater Dei Dance, Drama, Choir, Sports, and Instrumental Music lessons, ensuring diverse opportunities for every student.

Located just 6.5 kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD in the quiet leafy suburb of Ashgrove West, we are conveniently close to cafes, shops, and public transport. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to create an engaging and supportive atmosphere, fostering a strong sense of community and partnership with families.

Become part of Mater Dei, where you can make a significant impact and join a caring, vibrant community committed to nurturing the future of our students. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Support teachers in delivering powerful strategies that supercharge student learning and success in every subject!

• Work hours: 20 hours per week (4 hours per day, Monday to Friday)
• Status: Term Time Fixed Term | 2027 School Year

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with the planning, preparation and delivery of effective learning and teaching programs for students including the use technology and learning support activities
• Monitoring the progress of students and identifing learning areas to provide evidence-based intervention strategies
• Improving student learning outcomes by providing support and advice on supporting students with diverse learning needs
• Collaborating with school specialists in organising and assisting with intervention groups to coordinate services
• Documenting observation notes, intervention programs and assist in the collation and preparation of classroom materials.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Strong skills in planning, preparing, and delivering effective teaching programs
• Ability to monitor student progress and apply evidence-based interventions
• Expertise in supporting diverse learning needs to improve student outcomes
• Collaborative skills to work with specialists and coordinate intervention groups
• Proficient in documenting observations, managing intervention programs, and preparing classroom materials
• Certificate III in Education Support
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards :

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access– discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters acommitment to the safeguarding of childrenand promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility . The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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