Teacher Aide

Northside Christian College was established in 1985 to provide an education that was academically excellent and spiritually wholesome for local Christian church members. Over thirty-five years later, Northside is now a leading private, co-educational, non-denominational Brisbane Christian college in Everton Park. We offer Christ-centered education from Prep to Year 12 on one campus. The College has become respected for great academic results, commitment to character development, sporting spirit, and passionate community service.

We are looking for dedicated and qualified Teacher Aides in our Secondary Educational Support team commencing as soon as possible.

This position involves supporting specific students in our Secondary School (Years 7 – 12) to engage in all aspects of College life under the direction and supervision of Teachers and may include any of the following tasks:

• Facilitating small group support to students with diverse learning needs
• Working one-on-one with students with an individual support or curriculum plan
• Provision of general classroom support where required
• Playground support or supervision of students
• Building rapport with students and staff involved in the Education Support program as appropriate.

Applicants looking for Part Time or relief work (Term Time), working 8.00am to 3.15pm are encouraged to apply. This role is well suited to applicants who have experience working with students with additional needs.

As an employee at Northside Christian College, you will be joining an outstanding Christian College committed to inspiring and developing students' spiritual, academic, emotional, and social potential.

To be successful, you will have:

• Certificate III in Education Support is preferred.
• The ability to assess the need within a classroom setting and make adjustments to support as needed.
• A sound knowledge of Middle School subjects or the ability to learn content and processes quickly.
• Experience working with students with physical needs as well as social and emotional needs would be advantageous.
• A strong interest in supporting students' learning and working across a variety of classroom and extra-curricular settings.
• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with Google for education (e.g. Google Classroom, Google Docs, Slides) and publishing software (e.g Canva.)
• An engaging manner and a warm rapport with children.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work as part of a team.
• A friendly open nature and "can-do" attitude.
• Current Working with Children (Blue Card) or ability to obtain.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to exhibit Northside Christian College's genuine Christian commitment and care for students.

Northside and I

Our staff love working at Northside We are a genuine Christian school where you will find a warm and welcoming community that fosters lifelong, professional relationships with people who share your values. Our leadership team are caring and compassionate and supportive of your innovative ideas.

We reward employees through:

• Competitive salary structure for Teaching and Support staff
• A community-based supportive workplace culture
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial.
• Generous paid Parental Leave scheme
• Bi-annual Staff Retreat
• Access to our onsite gym

Applications should include:

• A cover letter addressing how you meet the knowledge, experience and requirements of the role and your Christian cultural alignment within the mission and ethos of Northside Christian College
• Your Resume
• The names and contact details of two professional referees
• A written Pastors reference

For further information please contact or phone for a confidential discussion.

Only complete applications which include all required documents will be considered.