Support Teacher (Inclusive Education) - Aquinas College, ASHMORE

Brisbane Catholic Education; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work

Salary packaging

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Aquinas College, Ashmore is seeking a dedicated Support Teacher (Inclusive Education) to work collaboratively with students, teachers, and families to support inclusive learning practices across the College. The successful applicant will empower students with diverse needs, provide targeted support, and foster an environment where every learner can thrive.

This role starts January 2027, is based at Aquinas College on the Gold Coast, and offers 30 hours per week with a competitive salary plus

Qualifications

• Knowledge of educational policies, practices, and strategies that support students with disabilities.
• Curriculum development and adaption for diverse student needs.
• Understanding the NCCD and developing learning profiles with adjustments.
• Effective classroom management to provide a nurturing, safe environment.
• Ability to engage with families and the wider community to enhance learning.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, learner-centred environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Collaboratively develop inclusive education practices and evaluate effectiveness.
• Implement adaptive teaching strategies and assess/report student progress.
• Oversee development of Personalised Support Plans with clear adjustments.
• Engage in professional renewal and collaborate with school leadership.
• Provide supervision of students and contribute to pastoral care.
• Support the school in events and community engagement.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Curriculum development

NCCD understanding

Classroom management

Community engagement

Education

Current teaching registration

Job description

Support Teacher (Inclusive Education) - Aquinas College, ASHMORE

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
Aquinas College is a Secondary Coeducational Catholic College situated on the Gold Coast with over 820 students. The College, situated in Ashmore, is a growing community valuing diversity and inclusion. With modern facilities and an expansive campus, Aquinas is proud of its rich history grounded in the charisms of Edmund Rice and Catherine McAuley. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Aquinas College, Ashmore is seeking a dedicated Support Teacher (Inclusive Education) to work collaboratively with students, teachers, and families to support inclusive learning practices across the College. The successful applicant will be passionate about empowering students with diverse learning needs, providing targeted support, and fostering an environment where every learner can thrive. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while contributing to a caring and inclusive school community.

• Location:Aquinas College - Ashmore (S)
• Start date: Commencing January 2027
• Work hours:30.00 per week
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + 12.75 Super

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner centred, supportive, cooperative and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices relating to students with a disability.
• Collaboratively developing and implementing quality inclusive education practices, curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy; evaluating their effectiveness; assessing and reporting student progress and learning outcomes; and reporting these to students, parents and the community.
• Implementing effective, adaptive, inclusive and equitable practices and teaching strategies.
• Oversee the development of Personalised Support Plans which clearly outline adjustment requirements in language discernible by teachers and comply with all evidence requirements for NCCD timelines.
• Proactively and collaboratively engaging in professional renewal practices to enhance student outcomes.
• Working collaboratively with the leadership team, teachers and other staff members in contributing to the professional life of the school.
• Providing effective supervision of students.
• Establishing positive relationships in the pastoral care of students and supporting their spiritual and moral development.
• Encouraging the involvement of the school and students in the life of the church.
• Engaging the wider community in learning and teaching programs
• Supporting the school in special events and celebrations.

About you

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

• Knowledge of educational policies, practices, and strategies that support students with disabilities, ensuring a learner-centered and supportive environment
• Curriculum development and adaption tailored to diverse student needs, while ensuring alignment with relevant curriculum standards and policies
• Understanding the NCCD and the process of developing detailed learning profiles, including appropriate adjustments and evidence collection for students with disabilities
• Effective classroom management skills to provide a nurturing, ordered environment and supervise students to ensure safety, focus, and engagement
• Ability to engage with the wider community, building partnerships that enhance learning and teaching programs, creating opportunities for collaboration between students, families, and external stakeholders

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.

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.

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.

Brisbane Catholic Education Office 2A Burke Street, Woolloongabba Qld 4102 Australia, GPO Box 1201 Brisbane 4001 Australia, Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]