Murgon State School is seeking a dedicated Teacher Aide for a temporary part-time position (0.63 FTE or 48 hours per fortnight) until 18 September 2026, unless otherwise determined. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a patient and positive attitude, and experience working with children or in educational settings. If you’re ready to contribute to student success and enjoy a rewarding, collaborative work environment, we invite you to apply.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About Us:

Murgon State School. Our school was established in 1905 and offers an innovative and comprehensive education for Prep to Year 6 students. The school is located in the picturesque rural area of the South Burnett.

We are committed to creating a student-centred culture that provides a vibrant learning environment where every student feels valued, respected, and inspired to succeed. Our innovative curriculum is designed not only to meet academic standards but to ensure it is inclusive, nurtures creativity, and inspires critical thinking and real-world problem solving.

We pride ourselves on our strong sense of community and the positive relationships that exist between our staff, students and families. We encourage open communication and invite parents and caregivers to be actively involved in school life, whether through volunteering, attending events, or simply staying informed about your child's progress.

At Murgon State Primary School, we communicate high expectations and accountability for students, staff and the school community. We believe that education is a partnership between school, home and the community.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Support teaching and learning by assisting with classroom activities, small group and individual instruction, literacy and numeracy tasks, and supervision under teacher direction.
• Provide student care and wellbeing support, including first aid, assisting students with special needs, and demonstrating empathy, confidentiality, and sensitivity in all interactions.
• Assist with school operations and administration, including clerical tasks, record keeping, managing class rolls, handling payments, and preparing teaching materials.
• Manage and maintain resources, equipment, and learning materials, including stocktaking, preparation, storage, and general care.
• Contribute to school activities and supervision, including excursions, sporting events, playground and bus duty, while working collaboratively as an effective team member.

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

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 

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.

• DSR687554_26E - Role Description (PDF, 314KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants