Boonah State High School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teacher Aide to support students and teachers in delivering positive learning outcomes. You will support classroom activities, prepare resources, assist individual students and small groups, help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment, assist with supervision, excursions and administrative tasks.

The successful applicant will have strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a genuine commitment to supporting young people to achieve their potential. Joining Boonah State High School means becoming part of a dedicated and collaborative team that is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people while enjoying the lifestyle and natural beauty of the Scenic Rim.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.66FTE), 50 hours per fortnight.

Job details

About our School:

Since 1965, Boonah State High School is a thriving, community-based school located in the heart of the Scenic Rim and a proud part of the Fassifern Valley community, educating and developing future leaders, business owners and community members. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. Guided by a commitment to excellence and equitable access to education, the school focuses on three key areas: Educational Achievement, Wellbeing and Engagement, and Culture and Inclusion. At Boonah State High School, our values of resilience, compassion, integrity and community underpin everything we do. We are proud of our strong partnerships with local businesses, industry leaders and community organisations, which help create unique opportunities for students and staff alike. Through quality learning programs, strong community connections and personalised support, Boonah State High School empowers students to become innovative, determined and broad-minded young people.

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.
• Candidates must possess high level computer skills and be able to work on a broad range of computer applications including Microsoft Office, Canva/Adobe.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting teachers and students with events, school excursions and sporting activities.
• Ability to create resources to support classroom delivery.
• Maintaining records on activities for use in reviewing effectiveness of programs.
• Communicating effectively and displaying high level of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member.
• Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs.
• Assisting in the supervision of education activities, under the direction of a teacher.

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 in response to the attached role description.
• 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER691581_26T - Role Description (PDF, 315KB)
  Role Description