Bellenden Ker State School is seeking highly motivated, experienced, and organised Teacher Aides to join our dynamic team.

It provides an excellent opportunity for proactive individuals to 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. Including taking small groups for direct instruction.

There are 2 positions on offer. 1 position in a permanent part-time capacity (0.45FTE) 34 hours per fortnight - 3 days per week, and the other position in a permanent part- time capacity (0.32FTE) 24 hours per fortnight - 2 days per week.

Job details

About our School:

Set on the foothills of Mt Bellenden Ker, Bellenden Ker State School is situated 12 kilometres north of Babinda and around 35 kilometres south of Cairns on the Bruce Highway. The school has been a part of the local community since 1922 and is committed to helping all students achieve their full potential. We respect the long history of our school and strive to make it a place of support, growth and innovative learning for our students. At Bellenden Ker State School, we believe in hard work and encourage every one of our students to achieve their full potential. As a small school, we are able to offer individual, focused support to our students with a quality multi-age curriculum that is based on the Australian National Curriculum and delivered in a highly professional and productive manner.

About the Role:

• 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 reports to the Principal or nominated delegate as appropriate. The reporting relationship to teachers may be changed by the Principal on a regular basis to fulfil specific needs within the school. When supporting students with specific health procedures, a Teacher Aide will be under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse or medical practitioner.

Responsibilities:

• Support teachers with classroom activities, excursions, sporting events, and playground/bus supervision.
• Assist students individually and in small groups, including literacy and numeracy support.
• Support students with additional needs, including personal care where required (with appropriate training).
• Prepare, organise, maintain, and stocktake teaching resources and equipment.
• Complete administrative tasks such as class rolls, photocopying, typing, exam preparation, student records, and organising off-site activities.
• Maintain student records and monitor progress through anecdotal observations.
• Read with students, tell stories, and assist with practical lessons (e.g. science, cooking, textiles).
• Provide first aid (with current certification) and contribute to student health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Handle confidential information professionally and communicate effectively with staff, students, and families.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

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.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

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.

• FNR694644_26P - Role Description (PDF, 303KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants