Teacher Assistants 2027 - Multiple Positions

Tasmanian Catholic Education Office; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

St Thomas More's Catholic School in Newstead is seeking dedicated Teacher Assistants to support learning and wellbeing in 2027. Roles include assisting with individual students and small groups, delivering inclusive activities and fostering a caring, Catholic learning community.

Ideal candidates have patience, strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to building positive relationships with students, families and staff. Certificate III in Education Support is highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.
• Certificate III in Education Support highly regarded.
• Commitment to Catholic Education values and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Work with individual students and small groups to strengthen learning and confidence.
• Provide additional support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Encourage positive relationships, independence and student wellbeing.
• Assist students to participate fully in classroom activities and school life.
• Collaborate with teachers and colleagues to maintain a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Approachability

Education

Certificate III in Education Support

Job description

Teacher Assistants 2027 - Multiple Positions

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.33 FTE)

Applications Close: 27 November 2026

St Thomas More’s Catholic School is a welcoming and high-performing learning community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish. Inspired by the Gospel and our Josephite charism, we place relationships, wellbeing and high-quality learning at the heart of all we do, fostering a community where students and staff are supported to become the people God created them to be.

TEACHER ASSISTANTS - 2027

Are you a caring, capable and enthusiastic educator who is passionate about helping children learn, grow and flourish? Would you enjoy making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners as part of a vibrant and supportive Catholic school community?

St Thomas More's Catholic School is seeking dedicated and motivated Teacher Assistants to join our welcoming and high-performing learning community in 2027.

Working alongside our passionate teaching staff, you will play an important role in supporting student learning, inclusion and wellbeing. Whether working with individual students, supporting small groups or assisting in the classroom, you will help create an environment where every child feels known, valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.

POSITION DETAILS

Commencement: Monday 1st February, 2027

Classification: Teacher Assistant, Level 2

Available Positions:

• Teacher Assistant - Early Years
• Teacher Assistant - Primary

Remuneration: In accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024, plus 12% superannuation.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Teacher Assistant at St Thomas More's, you will contribute to the learning and wellbeing of our students through:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Working with individual students and small groups to strengthen learning and build confidence.
• Providing additional support and individualised assistance to students with diverse learning needs.
• Encouraging positive relationships, independence and student wellbeing.
• Assisting students to participate fully in classroom activities and school life.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and colleagues to create a safe, welcoming and supportive learning environment.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for people who are warm, approachable, adaptable and passionate about helping children succeed. You will bring patience, initiative, strong interpersonal skills and a genuine commitment to supporting the learning and wellbeing of every student.

Experience working with children in an educational setting and a Certificate III in Education Support would be highly regarded.

Most importantly, you will share our commitment to Catholic Education and understand the importance of building positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Catholic Education Tasmania is committed to safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment. The successful applicants will be required to satisfy relevant child safety checks, registration and accreditation requirements.

St Thomas More's Catholic School, Newstead 327 subscribers

• Affiliation: Catholic
• Teaching Level: Primary
• Gender: Coed

• 360 Students
• 26 TeachingStaff
• 20 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

St Thomas More's Catholic School is a vibrant and energetic learning community from Kinder to Grade 6 (including a Birth to 4yo Program) founded through the Josephite tradition. We are committed to the holistic development of our students as lifelong learners; academically, physically, socially, emotionally & spiritually. Our school boasts modern and unique facilities that support the learning and teaching of our qualified and enthusiastic staff, creating an oasis in the suburbs of Launceston.