Teacher Assistant

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Launceston

Limited Tenure – 18.24 hours per week

28th June 2026 – 17 December 2026

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School in Launceston is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teacher Assistant to join our vibrant learning community. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a school known for its strong pastoral care, positive culture and commitment to supporting every child to flourish.

With just over 450 students from Kindergarten to Grade 6, Sacred Heart is a welcoming, two‑stream Catholic school where staff work collaboratively to nurture the spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual and social development of all learners.

About the Role

The Teacher Assistant plays a vital role in supporting high‑quality learning outcomes for students. Working under the general direction of teachers, the successful applicant will assist in delivering educational programs, supporting student engagement, and contributing to a safe, inclusive and faith‑filled learning environment.

This role requires a kind, flexible and student‑focused professional who can work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, families and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering educational programs and interventions.
• Assist students individually or in small groups across a range of learning areas.
• Use discretion and judgement to support diverse learning needs and monitor progress.
• Assist with preparation and organisation of learning materials.
• Work positively with teachers, support staff and the wider school community.
• Build respectful relationships with students, colleagues and families.

Personal Capabilities

We are seeking someone who is:

• Committed to supporting student learning and wellbeing.
• Able to relate to students with diverse needs.
• Collaborative, adaptable and dependable.
• Skilled in literacy, numeracy and problem‑solving.
• Professional, discreet and able to exercise sound judgement.

Essential Requirements

• Valid Working with Vulnerable People Registration
• Current and satisfactory National Police Criminal History Check (NPCHC).

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III in Education Support (or working towards)
• Experience supporting students with additional needs
• Education sector experience
• Current First Aid Certificate

Why Work with Us?

• Be part of a vibrant, faith-based school community.
• Work in a role that offers variety and the chance to take initiative.

Catholic Education Tasmania and Sacred Heart Catholic School are committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment for them. The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024.

We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Full details on how to apply can be found in the Application Package. The Application Package can be accessed via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page

Applications should be addressed to Brent Wilson, Principal, Sacred Heart Catholic School and can be submitted via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page by clicking ‘Apply’

Applications close: 9am on Friday 19th June 2026 

For further information about the position, please contact: Brent Wilson, Principal, Sacred Heart Catholic School, Launceston on (03) 6331 1011 or via email at: brent.wilson@catholic.tas.edu.au.