The teacher aide position will help contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting teachers with preparation and enhancement of learning materials.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.16FTE), 12 hours per fortnight (working Fridays for September 2, 2025 ONLY)

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

Classroom Support

• Assist with the implementation of learning activities as directed by the teacher
• Support individual students or small groups during literacy, numeracy, and play-based task
•  Encourage student participation and engagement in classroom routines
• Support the development of oral language and social skills through guided play and conversation
• Reinforce positive behaviour aligned with classroom behaviour management strategies

Learning Environment

• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials (cutting, laminating, setting up tasks)
• Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and organised learning environment
• Set up and pack down activity stations, outdoor play, and group rotations
• Support daily routines including transitions, lining up, unpacking bags, etc.

Student Wellbeing & Supervision

• Supervise students during classroom activities, breaks, toileting, and transitions
• Assist students with basic needs (e.g., tying shoes, toileting reminders, hand washing)
• Support students with additional needs as directed by the classroom or support teacher (personal care)

Communication & Teamwork

• Maintain open, respectful communication with the classroom teacher and school staff
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the school's policies and procedures

Other Duties

• Photocopying, filing, and organising student work and portfolios
• Supporting school events (e.g. Under 8's Day, Book Week, Sports Day)
• Assisting with home readers, sight words, and student assessments where directed
• Before and after school playground duty

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 young children
• 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

Interested? To Apply: 

• 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

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

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  DSR647547ﾭ25T Role Description (PDF, 261KB)
  Role Description