We are seeking a highly organised and technology-savvy Teacher Aide to provide administrative and operational support to the HASS faculty. This varied role includes supporting assessment and examination processes, maintaining student records, assisting with online lessons, and supporting teachers and school leaders to deliver high-quality learning programs.

The ideal applicant will have strong digital and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced online environment. Experience with OneSchool and Microsoft Office applications will be highly regarded.

If you are adaptable, collaborative, and committed to supporting student success, we encourage you to apply.

Job details

About our School:

The Brisbane School of Distance Education (BSDE) is a leading online education provider delivering learning to over 3,000 students across Queensland, Australia, and internationally. The school offers a unique and inclusive virtual learning environment supported by differentiated curriculum, live online lessons, and strong teacher–student relationships, alongside engagement with home-based supervisors. BSDE is committed to excellence in teaching and learning through innovation, digital technology, and inclusive practice, with a focus on “each student succeeding.” The school values professional development, staff wellbeing, and fostering a safe, supportive environment for all students and staff. It also supports diversity through initiatives such as the Rainbow Liaison Officer program and aligns with the Proud at Work workforce strategy.

About the Role:

Daily administrative tasks:

• Attendance, inbox and phone monitoring
• HOD support and daily communications
• Mail distribution and stationery ordering
• OneSchool data entry and maintenance

Exam preparation:

• Cohort lists, supervisor sommunication and AARA updates
• Exam distribution, printing coordination and packaging
• Onsite exam support and scanning
• Assessment review and formatting

End of semester reporting processes:

• Teacher folder setup
• Reporting and Excel spreadsheets

General duties:

• Online lesson support via Teams
• Assessment calendars and planning documents
• Faculty administration and scheduling support
• Records management and archiving
• OneNote setup and training compliance

Fire and evacuation procedures:

• Attendance monitoring
• Induction support
• Emergency response duties (Red Hat)

Please Note:

• Aides are also required to work 12.5% additional hours to accrue additional hours to access paid vacations, therefore this position is 40 hours per week.
• The overview above is not an exhaustive list of tasks the HASS TA undertakes. Many ad-hoc tasks are required to be completed to ensure adequate support is in place resulting in a smooth running faculty
• The hands-on nature of the role in HASS means that TAs cannot access FWA

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

About You:

• Excellent communication skills.
• High level I.T. skills as many tasks are performed on-line
• Ability to work under the direction of a teacher in on-line classes
• Ability to problem solve and be flexible
• Excellent administration skills as this role is predominantly administration in nature - supporting 35 teacher and 2 HODS in the HASS Dept
• Ability to commence work onsite by 8.00am daily

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 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of 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
  
  MSR693578_26T - Role Description (PDF, 298KB)
  Role Description