School Officer

2 days ago


Northern QLD, Australia Townsville Catholic Education Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Position:School Officer - ASL - Secondary Commencing Date:As soon as practicable Tenure: Term Time, Permanent Classification: School Officer ASL - L3 Per Hourly Range: $ $34.61 per hour pending experience

Closing Date:Monday, 29 September 2025 unless filled prior

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwanwas established in 1979 and has as its foundational story the well-known "Journey to Emmaus" from the Gospel of Luke. The theme of "journey" is one that is embraced by the college and is a fine metaphor for portraying the growth that all people experience in developing their spirituality, intellect, physical and social capabilities and wisdom. Although the college is relatively young, it has an enviable reputation for providing an education which results in graduates who are well rounded young people. Academic excellence is sought and achieved, yet there is a broad education provided so that all who seek our values find a suitable pathway to attaining their goals.

About the role

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan is seeking a dedicated School Officer - Assisting Student Learning. This role is a term time, permanent position completing 30 hours per week and will commence as soon as practicable.

The School Officer – Assisting Student Learning (ASL) works under the direction and supervision of a teacher to provide learning and classroom support to all students including students who have identified additional needs to access and participate in schooling. This role requires the School Officer to provide support to students with complex communication needs, engaging in communication in non-verbal formats. Providing support in all areas of the students needs including toileting, transfers and signs of medical attention required. The School Officer is willing to work in a team to provide adequate support.

Townsville Catholic Education 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.

Typical Duties

The typical duties of the role may include:

  1. Providing support to individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to participate in learning and school activities
  2. Assisting students (either individually or in groups) with specific learning needs including scribing, reading and providing feedback and observations to the classroom teacher(s)
  3. Supporting student engagement by reinforcing appropriate student behaviour
  4. Providing practical assistance to students in using classroom technology
  5. Performing administrative tasks of record maintenance, producing resources (eg. Printing, laminating etc) and other classroom administrative support
  6. Maintaining a clean and tidy classroom environment/learning space including storage facilities and assisting in setting up appropriate classroom/learning space
  7. Providing support to students in relation to their physical needs (eg. mobility support) and personal care (eg. toileting, feeding)

Mandatory Criteria

  • Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government
  • Current Drivers Licence
  • Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

Desirable Criteria

  • Cert III in School Based Education Support or equivalent.

For more information, please refer to the Position Description

Some employees may be subject to pre-employment medical assessments during the selection process. Depending on the nature of the position, it may be necessary for successful applicants to be immunised against certain preventable diseases in order to minimise the risk of transmission.

What we offer

  • Competitive Hourly Rate
  • Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
  • Modern facilities, equipment and resources
  • Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
  • 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
  • Deferred Salary Scheme
  • Access to corporate health schemes
  • Induction processes and professional learning programs
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Well-being programs and initiatives.

How to apply

Click on the link to apply via the Careers page.


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