Teacher Aide - Mirriwinni State School
Education (Organisation site)
Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Join Mirriwinni State School as a Teacher Aide, providing classroom support to enhance student learning and engagement.
This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.79FTE), 60 hours per fortnight.
Monday & Tuesday 08:00-15:45 and Thursday & Friday 08:15-15:30.
Apply now to make a meaningful difference in the classroom.
Job details
* Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
* Position type: Part-time
* Occupational group: Education & Training
* Classification: TAOO2
* Workplace Location: Cairns region,Far North Qld
* Job ad reference: QLD/FNR684727/26T
* Closing date: 21-Apr-2026
* Yearly salary: $61007 - $65849
* Fortnightly salary: $2338.40 - $2524.00
* Total remuneration:
* Salary Other:
* Job duration: Until 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determined
* Contact person: Natalie Day
* Contact details: 07 4067 7*** Access the National Relay Service
Who We Are:
Mirriwinni State School is a small, community-focused government primary school located in Far North Queensland, catering for students from Prep to Year 6.
Set in a scenic rural environment near rainforest and coastal landscapes, the school offers a supportive and inclusive learning atmosphere where strong relationships between staff, students, and families are highly valued.
With a relatively small enrolment and low student-to-teacher ratio, the school provides personalised learning experiences and a strong focus on student engagement, wellbeing, and achievement within a close-knit community.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
A relevant certificate III or above, and/or previous relevant experience are highly regarded.
Responsibilities include:
* Assisting teachers and students with sporting activities and with school excursions.
* Assisting with the management and stocktaking of equipment and resources.
* Communicating effectively and displaying high level of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member.
* Maintaining anecdotal records on students for use in reviewing student's development.
* Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
* Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
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