About us:
Brisbane Boys' College is an established GPS day and boarding school founded in 1902, dedicated to developing boys into worthy leaders and good citizens. Located just four kilometres from Brisbane's centre, we educate students from Prep to Year 12.
About the Role:
The Art Aide provides essential resource and administrative support to the College's Visual Art program, spanning Junior and Secondary Schools from Prep to Year 12.
About you:
You are enthusiastic, organised, and enjoy working in a creative, hands-on environment. With an eye for detail and a passion for supporting arts education, you are comfortable working collaboratively with teaching staff and independently on set tasks. You are proactive, reliable, and adaptable, with the ability to take direction while contributing positively to the wider College community.
Key Responsibilities:
Classroom Maintenance:
* Perform daily, weekly and end of term cleaning, organising and tidying
* Replenish general resources as needed
Resources:
* Support resource ordering processes as requested by the Head of Department – The Arts or their delegate and Art Aide Coordinator.
* Unpack and check orders on arrival and store materials
* Stocktake – ongoing
* Clean and organise storage area
* Transport resources and projects between storage and classrooms.
* Support cover teachers in accessing resources within the classroom as requested by the regular teacher.
Ceramics:
* Glaze clay pieces
* Organise firing, load and unload kiln
* Clean and organise kiln room
* Progressively transport work to kiln room for firing
Exhibitions: In Term 4, BBC runs its annual College Art Show. Art Aides are required to assist with this exhibition. Responsibilities may include:
* Mount and frame artwork
* Make name tags
* File and store artwork
* Assist in hanging and installing displays
Activities:
* At teacher's request, assist and support use of resources inside the classroom
* At teacher's request, assist and support teaching staff on excursions
Administration Support:
* File and organise student work for assessment purposes
* Assist in photographing, scanning and printing of artwork for documentation
* Scan, photocopy and/or print teaching resources
* Assist in the collection of materials from suppliers
Skills and Capabilities
* Efficient and effective communication and IT skills
* Ability to take direction and follow instructions
* Willingness to actively support the College's traditions and Christian ethos
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience and interest in art
* Experience in an educational setting is desirable
* All non-teaching staff must hold a current blue card for working with children.
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Mandatory requirements
* Adhere to the PMSA Code of Conduct.
* Comply with College policies, procedures and training requirements, including those related to occupational health and safety, risk management, child protection, and confidentiality.
* Positively support the College's traditions and Christian ethos.
* Hold a current blue card or be eligible to obtain a blue card for working with children
Application Process:
Applications must be submitted online through SEEK. Please include:
* A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability.
* A current resume, including contact details for two referees.
You will also need to hold a current Blue Card (or provide evidence of application)
Applications close: 24 September 2025
Interviews will be conducted as applications are received, and the position may be filled prior to the advertised closing date. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Brisbane Boys' College is committed to child safeguarding and promoting a safe environment for all students.
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