Warwick West State School is seeking a Teacher Aide to work on a part-time basis for 60 hours per fortnight, 0.79 FTE, on a temporary basis from 14 July 2025 (beginning of Term 2, 2025) to 26 June 2026 (end of Term 2, 2026), unless otherwise determined.

The teacher aide position will be working with Students with Disabilities who require extensive adjustments to access the school environment and learning.

Job details

About Warwick West State School

At Warwick West State School we believe it is our responsibility to provide a well-balanced education with a wide range of coordinated and stimulating learning experiences within a supportive, caring and inclusive environment.

We take great pride in our school and our strong history of working together to provide quality teaching and learning experiences for our students. Our school community strives to work together to ensure students are given the support they require to succeed.

About the Role

As a Teacher Aide you will contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting teachers with the preparation and enhancement of learning materials and associated activities.

The teacher aide position will be working with Students with Disabilities who require extensive adjustments to access the school environment and learning.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting students with various complex learning needs, complex behaviours and complex medical needs;
• Supporting students from a range of backgrounds;
• Supporting students with toileting and health management needs (training provided);
• Supporting students through the use of Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) and keyword signing;
• Supporting students in and out of the classroom, including during lunch times;
• 1:1 support and small group work to access the curriculum;
• Supporting Students with Social/Emotional needs.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have the following skills (desirable and preferred):

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective communication and time management skills
• Interest and/or experience in working with students with diverse learning needs
• High attention to detail, with initiative and motivation to achieve goals
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and build strong relationships with a diverse range of people
• High energy and physical ability to actively support students in classrooms and play areas
• Professional respect for privacy and confidentiality of student and family information

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 1-pg 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. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• DSR639132_25T - Role Description (PDF, 165KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants