Assistant Educator Pre-Prep
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Job Summary
Assistant Educator Pre-Preparatory
St Hildas School Gold Coast Queensland
Part Time (22.5hrs/week) - Term Time
Monday Wednesday and Friday 10.15am 2.15pm
Tuesday and Thursday 10.15am 3.30pm
Commencing: February 2026
Applications are invited for an Assistant Educator Pre-Preparatory at St Hildas School Gold Coast.
This position can be supplemented with additional work as an Outside School Hours Care Assistant (OSHC) if desired. This is a great opportunity for a passionate patient and caring person to join an exceptional team.
About Us
Located on Queenslands Gold Coast we are one of Australias leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls education and world class facilities St Hildas School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.
As an all-girls school we passionately believe every opportunity is designed with the girls in mind fostering leadership innovation and confidence so that our girls dont just imagine their future they lead it.
About the Position
As an Assistant Educator Pre-Preparatory at St Hildas School you are responsible for supporting the Teacher in implementing the daily learning activities helping to prepare materials and set up learning environments supporting transitions between activities and routines and contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment that enables all children to achieve their potential. All work undertaken as an Assistant Educator is performed under the direction and guidance of the teaching staff. The position actively supports identification and delivery of the Centres Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and acts as an ambassador for St Hildas Pre-Preparatory.
About You
1. Experience & Knowledge:
- Relevant qualifications such as a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care
- Experience working in a school environment (kindy/preschool experience) is highly desirable
- Understanding of the educational social and emotional needs of children including those with learning needs.
2. Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to work collaboratively within the Pre-Preparatory community working alongside classroom teachers to assist in developing resources deliver programs and provide adjustments for children where required
- Ability to work with children who possess different abilities pace of learning and learning styles
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) to enhance connections with children parents and Teachers.
3. Personal Attributes:
- Patience empathy and genuine interest in student wellbeing
- Reliability punctuality and professional conduct and appearance
- Collaborative team player who contributes to school community
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing classroom needs
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Success in this role will be demonstrated by:
- Effective support of childrens learning and achievement
- Positive and professional relationships with children staff and families
- Reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality
- Adherence to school policies procedures and standards
- Positive contributions to the school community and team environment
- Successful completion of mandatory training and professional development
- Effective implementation of the Teachers directions.
Why Join St Hildas School
Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer staff use of the school gym a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities.
As a prospective member of the St Hildas Community you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values and Anglican Ethos of the School.
The successful applicant must have a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care hold a current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and be willing to have their name submitted to the Anglican Churchs Professional Standards Register.
Application Requirements
Please submit the following:
- A Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
- A Resume including contact details for two professional referees.
Applications should be submitted by 8.00am Friday 13 February 2026.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hildas School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Any questions about the position should be directed to Melanie Cowan People and Culture Manager or (07).
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Algebra
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Adult Education
- Special Needs
- Calculus
- Teaching
- Geometry
- Experience with Children
- Public Speaking
