Teacher Assistant

Position: Teacher Assistant (Prep)

Commencement Date: 19 January 2026

Employment Status: Term-time

Hours per week: 28

Hourly Rate: $ $35.64(pending experience and responsibilities)

Applications Close: Friday, 31 October 2025

About us

At St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, we value each child, their individual stories and the journeys that made them who they are today. St John's is a learning community that recognises and honours each child's right to feel safe, right to learn and responsibility to respect others.

Your Role

Applications are invited for the position of Teacher Assistant (Prep), to commence from January 2026. This is a term-time continuing position for 28hpw.

As a Teacher Assistant you will play a vital role in supporting classroom teachers and students in their learning journey. Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with classroom activities, including lesson preparation and resource organisation
• Providing one-on-one or small group support to students, including students with additional needs.
• Monitoring student progress and behaviour, providing feedback to teachers
• Assisting with administrative tasks, such as record-keeping and organising educational materials.

In this role you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students, supporting their growth and development in a supportive and nurturing environment.

For more information, please review the Position Description.

About you

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals who are passionate about education and working with students.

Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the school's ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:

• understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school
• a genuine interest in supporting the learning and development of students
• strong communication and interpersonal skills
• the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality in dealing with young people and their needs
• the ability to work well either individually or collaboratively in a team and to accept direction and support
• genuine care for the wellbeing of students
• adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting
• Tertiary qualifications at Certificate level or equivalent knowledge, qualifications and experience relevant to this role would be highly regarded

Experience in a similar role or working with children is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.

We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 3
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please review our How To Apply Online Guide

• Complete the application below
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
• Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Jamie Emerick, Principal, St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, Gladstone on
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 31 October 2025

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.