OverviewPosition: School Officer - Assisting Student Learning (ASL) - Multiple positionsSalary Range: $32.50-$33.20 per hour pending experienceTenure: Term Time, Fixed TermCommencing Date: 19 January 2026Closing Date: Monday, 6 October 2025 unless filled priorOrganisation: St Joseph's Catholic School, MundingburraDescription: A co-educational Catholic school with 380 students from Prep to Year Six, renowned for strong academic results and active community service, living up to the motto, "Love is Service."
RoleSt Joseph's Catholic School, Mundingburra is seeking dedicated School Officers - Assisting Student Learning (ASL) to commence 19 January 2025 and concluding on 5 December 2026.
These are Term Time, Fixed Term positions.
The primary purpose of the School Officer - Assisting Student Learning is to contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by collaborating with teachers and student support services to provide support and guidance which assists students in their learning and development.
The School Officer - Assisting Student Learning provides efficient and high-quality support to teachers with the preparation and/or enhancement of learning materials for learning and teaching and ensure all duties are completed to an acceptable standing as determined by the classroom teacher, student support services and Principal.
Key AccountabilitiesAssist the student's learning and participation in the schoolAssist teachers in preparing, implementing and supervising learning programs in the classroomBe aware of the Classroom Teacher's expectations of the students in the class and work with the teacher, actively participating in activities, intervening and encouraging students where appropriateAssist individuals or small groups, with activities as part of inclusive teaching and learning practices, supporting the teacher with behaviour management and the development of social skills and classroom skills developmentAssist students with their personal organisation when requiredRespond to all students in the classroom in a warm and encouraging manner and build collaborative relationships with the students and respond to individual learning needsParticipate in meetings, both internal and external as required
Learning and TeachingProvide support to teachers in the classroomAssist the teaching team with classroom resourcesWork in partnership with teachers to support student learning which may include: general support to a group of students while the teacher is engaged in focused teaching; provision of personalised support (e.g. mobility or communication support), where requiredAssisting students to complete tasks designed by the teacherPreparation of support materials and resourcesSupport identified students with learning barriers, to engage in a range of learning activitiesCollect data for analysis by the teacher - anecdotal notes on performance of task, work habits, behaviour, etc., provided to the teacher
Inclusive EducationAssist individuals or small groups with activities as part of inclusive teaching and learning practicesProvide support to the Classroom Teacher with behaviour management and development of social and classroom skills of studentsAssist students with their personal organisation when required
Small Group and Personalised SupportCommunicate with teachers about student progress and areas of needInform the Principal on any welfare issues that may arise with studentsDevelop professional relationships with students based on trust and respect, which utilises a strengths based approachProvide general formative feedback to student on performance during the teaching sessionRole model behaviour in line with the school's missionWork in partnership with teachers to implement aspects of learning plans, as identified by the teacher, for groups of students including: work with the student, under the direction of a teacher, to support the implementation of particular learning goals as identified in the Student's Learning Plan
Pastoral CareProactively monitor and support student wellbeing issues under the guidance of the pastoral care teamWork to promote self-esteem and assist with student social interactions by teaching them social skills and discussing with them their social behaviours as requiredProvide assistance with personal care as required which may also include mobility and personal hygieneProvide assistance with communication – including notetaking, taping material and using ICT to optimise the student's learning experiences
Professional DevelopmentSupport collegiate learning by sharing learnings with colleaguesProactively seek opportunities to extend own qualified learning via internal and external training
To join this vibrant school community, you'll needThe ability to organise and prioritise a range of tasks and set priorities to meet deadlines in a busy environment.Demonstrated competence and confidence in using a personal computer and relevant software packages e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.Demonstrated experience working with students with disabilities and/or special needs is desirable.
Mandatory CriteriaCurrent 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 Driver's LicenceAbility to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of TownsvilleAbility to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.Cert III in Education Support or a commitment towards completing this qualificationFirst Aid qualification or a willingness to complete.
Note: 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.
Advantages & OrganisationModern facilities, equipment and resources; Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service; Up to 14 Weeks' paid parental leave; Deferred Salary Scheme; Corporate health insurance; Induction, professional development and learning opportunities; Wellbeing programs and initiatives.
Our OrganisationTownsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region and provides a supportive, flexible working environment.
We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students.
Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.
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.
How to applyClick on the link to apply via the Careers page.
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