Learning Assistant â Creative Arts
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Job Description
Saint Stephens College invites applications from experienced and dedicated Learning Assistants to work in our Creative Arts department.
About the Role
Learning Assistants at Saint Stephens College work cooperatively with Teachers under their guidance to deliver a high-quality educational program from planning implementation through to assessment. Their main focus is to continuously seek to maximise the learning outcomes for students through assisting the classroom teacher.
Learning Assistants work mostly in classroom settings but they also play a key role supporting students at events during College celebrations competitions excursions and during everyday activities including morning tea and lunch.
This role works within the Creative Arts Department providing technical assistance in the overall operation of the Creative Arts department. Preparing practical equipment and providing practical and technical support for the Film TV and New Media Visual Art and Design classes including printing and laser cutting.
Position details
- Permanent part-time term time position commencing Term 3 (14 July 2025)
- 32.9 hours per fortnight
- Hours of work are from 8am to 3.05pm 5 days per fortnight (the work schedule will be negotiated with the preferred candidate)
Closing Date for applications Friday 6 June 2025
The College reserves the right to shortlist and appoint prior to closing date. An extension to the closing date may also be applied at the Colleges discretion.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Complete tasks as specified by specialist teachers and may involve: collection of materials from suppliers colour printing signage laminating and scanning/photocopying for examinations and classroom resources cleaning & maintenance of classrooms including: Visual Art Design and FTV Rooms.
- Preparing practical equipment and providing practical and technical support for the Film Visual Art and Graphics classes including printing and laser cutting.
- Dismantling and cleaning equipment.
- Organisation of storerooms/classrooms ensuring materials and equipment are easily accessible and well-stocked.
- Support department functions (art shows awards and expos etc.)
Teamwork and Communication
- Demonstrate a willingness to work positively within a team as well as having the ability to work independently
- Demonstrate and practice effective written verbal and non-verbal communication
- Excellent personal organisation planning and time management skills including the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
- Genuine commitment to the ideals of independent schools including the preparedness to attend extracurricular activities as appropriate to the role
- Commitment to work within and support the Christian ethos mission and values of the College
- Demonstrate passion energy enthusiasm and commitment towards the role and the College
- Ability to work harmoniously to achieve an organisation-wide vision as set by the College leadership and Board
Personal Attributes
- Demonstrate a willingness to work positively within a team as well as having the ability to work independently
- Demonstrate and practice effective written verbal and non-verbal communication
- Excellent personal organisation planning and time management skills
- Genuine commitment to the ideals of independent schools including the preparedness to attend extracurricular activities as appropriate to the role
- Commitment to work within and support the Christian ethos mission and values of the College
- Demonstrate passion energy enthusiasm and commitment towards the role and the College
- Ability to work harmoniously to achieve an organisation-wide vision as set by the College leadership and Board
Essential Criteria
- Certificate III or Certificate IV in School Based Education Support or other relevant Education Support qualification.
- Relevant experience knowledge and skills in assisting teachers with planning implementing and assessing classroom activities
- Demonstrated experience working with junior or high school aged students providing learning support or special needs.
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs and other school-based systems
- Skilled in the preparation of teaching aids and resources
- Willingness to learn safe work practices and procedures in operating the kiln and laser cutter
Mandatory Clearances/Certifications
- Blue Card in accordance with No Card No Start law as per the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000
Other
All employees of Saint Stephens College are required to:
- Carry out other duties as required by the Principal
- Demonstrate follow and support the policies and procedures of the College
- Maintain a degree of flexibility in working hours from time to time as required for the position
- Accept that the College reserves the right to modify the position to meet its operating needs
- Undertake other reasonable and relevant duties within skills knowledge and capabilities and as directed by the Principal or their representative
- Comply with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 codes of practice and other safety guidance material.
About the College
Set on an outstanding campus on the northern Gold Coast Saint Stephens College is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational Christian school known for its diversity where every student is respected heard and develops the integrity and responsibility to serve others. Further information on Saint Stephens College is available at
Protecting our Children
All children have a right to be safe and protected from harm and neglect. At Saint Stephens College ensuring the wellbeing of our students by valuing their contribution is at the core of what we do. In fact protecting children is everybodys business and our commitment to this is evidenced by the way we rally together to ensure they are safe nurtured and secure in our communities families and while engaged in learning.
Saint Stephens College has a commitment to child safety and as such staff will be responsible for understanding and applying the College Child Protection Policy and Child Risk Management Strategy and associated policies and guidelines.
Application process
Closing Date for applications close of business Friday 6 June 2025.
To ensure your application can be considered in full all candidates must apply via the Quick Apply button above. Your application submission should address your suitability to the role in your cover letter and must include a current resume (maximum of 2 pages) as well as current referees.
Enquiries may be addressed to the Human Resources Department at stating QUERY Learning Assistant in the subject line of the email.
Only applicants with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
Thank you for taking the time to prepare and submit your application.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
