Learning Support Teacher - Primary (Graduates Encouraged)
Part Time (0.6 FTE) Permanent to commence in Term 3, 2026 (can discuss full time options if preferred).
$92,000-130,000 per annum (pro rata) depending on experience.
This position is based at our White Rock Campus in the vibrant tropical city of Cairns.
Relocation assistance options available.
Why This Role Matters
At TAS, we believe education is transformational. Every role in our school contributes to shaping confident, capable, curious and values‐driven young people.
We see learning as a shared responsibility and a true partnership between school, home, and child. You'll help foster a culture of trust, respect, and open communication, ensuring that every student is supported, and inspired to thrive.
The Learning Support Teacher will play a pivotal role in shaping inclusive, empowering educational experiences across our White Rock primary campus. You'll be at the heart of a dynamic support network, working collaboratively with teachers, health and allied health professionals, students, and families, to deliver tailored academic support that meets each learner where they are at.
About The Role
* Assisting teachers to develop intervention strategies for students at risk, and effectively identifying areas of concern in Literacy and Numeracy.
* Recognising diverse student needs - cultural, linguistic, religious, gender, language diversities and socio‐economic differences - and treating each child with dignity and respect.
* Aiding teachers in effectively implementing Individual Education Programs for Tier 3 case management students.
* Providing regular reports of actions and assessments of outcomes.
* Overseeing the practices and processes for supporting students with disability through the completion of the NCCD (Nationally Consistent Collection of Data) on School Students with Disability.
* Supporting teachers to capture evidence to support the application of the NCCD model around determining level of adjustment and category of disability.
* Collating and confirming NCCD data; reporting status to Primary Leadership.
* Liaising with and supporting parents and actively encouraging parent involvement.
* Encouraging students to be lifelong learners.
About You
* Self‐motivated and energetic - demonstrates initiative and maintains a positive, proactive approach to supporting students.
* Passionate about supporting young learners - genuinely cares about student wellbeing, inclusion, and helping every child reach their potential.
* Committed to inclusive education - values diversity and is dedicated to supporting students with varying learning needs, abilities, and backgrounds.
* A strong communicator - able to clearly explain concepts, actively listen, and communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
* A collaborative team player - works closely with classroom teachers, specialists, and families to develop and implement support strategies.
* Adaptable and flexible - adjusts teaching strategies and interventions to suit individual student needs and changing classroom environments.
You Will Also Bring
* A Bachelor of Education or appropriate tertiary/teaching qualification.
* Post Graduate qualification in Special Education or equivalent, or equivalent industry experience.
* Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
* HLTAID012 Certificate – Provide Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting – or willingness to obtain.
* HLTAID009 Certificate – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – or willingness to obtain.
How To Apply
* Your current résumé.
* A cover letter advising us how you meet the responsibilities of this position.
Applicants are advised that it is an offence for a person disqualified or suspended from holding a blue card to commence or continue in regulated, child‐related employment.
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