Classroom Support Assistant

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Work type: Permanent/Ongoing
Location: St Thomas the Apostle Primary (Kambah)
Categories: Classroom and Learning Support

Salary: $73,725 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time | Up to 60 hours per fortnight

EligibilityAustralian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Term 1, 2026

About St Thomas the Apostle Primary School

St Thomas the Apostle Primary School believes in a strong partnership between home and school. Staff are highly enthusiastic to enhance the holistic development of students under their care. Through linking core curriculum areas, the staff community strives for relevance and authenticity for their teaching and learning programs to assist the children to develop skills for an enriching, active and purposeful future.

About the Role 

Make a difference every day by helping create an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students. In this role, you’ll work closely with teachers to support high-quality education tailored to the individual needs of each learner. Using proven, evidence-based strategies, you'll help foster student growth, build confidence, and promote equity in the classroom.

You'll be part of a collaborative school community—working alongside passionate educators and supportive families—to ensure every student feels valued and empowered to succeed. With access to regular professional development, you'll continue to grow in your role, build your skills, and contribute meaningfully to student achievement.

Benefits and Opportunities 

  • 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
  • Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
  • Support for professional development and study opportunities 
  • Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications 

  • Completion of Certificate III in School-Based Education Support; or 
  • Be studying an Initial Teacher Education; and 
  • Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.  
 
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. 

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here. 

Position-specific queries: Please contact Ursula Jamieson on 02 6231 4144 or via email ursula.jamieson@cg.catholic.edu.au     
Application queries:Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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