Classroom Support Assistant Chanel College

Position: Classroom Support Assistant
Commencement Date: As soon as able
Employment Status: Term-Time continuing
Hours per week: 35 hpw
Hourly rate:$34.19 - $35.64 (pending experience and responsibilities)
Applications Close: Friday 20 February 2026

About us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students ensuring they are well-equipped for success.

Your Role

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic applicants for the position of Classroom Support Assistant to support the needs of students at Chanel College Gladstone. This is a term-time continuing position for 35hpw commencing as soon as possible.

Typical duties include but not limited to:

• Assist with supporting the needs of students with significant feeding mobility and toileting needs. This will usually occur in an assistant role to the full time carer but will necessitate training and the ability to take full responsibility for these needs during carer breaks and in case of emergency.
• Assist student learning either individually or in groups under the direct supervision of an academic staff member where limited discretion and judgement are involved
• Perform within well-established routines tasks associated with the mass production of printed material including collating stapling binding folding cutting etc
• Under the direct supervision of a higher-level officer or a member of the academic staff and within well-established routines
  • Prepare and clean away materials for use/display in classrooms
  • Perform tasks of limited complexity associated with classroom learning e.g. preparing implementing and supervising learning programs
  • Support students in relation to their physical needs
  • Other ad hoc duties as required

For more information please review the Position Description.

About you

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals who are passionate about education and working with students.

Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the schools ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:

• understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school
• a genuine interest in supporting the learning and development of students
• strong communication and interpersonal skills
• the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality in dealing with young people and their needs
• the ability to work well either individually or collaboratively in a team and to accept direction and support
• genuine care for the wellbeing of students
• adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting
• Tertiary qualifications at Certificate level or equivalent knowledge qualifications and experience relevant to this rolewould be highly regarded

Experience in a similar role or working with children is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.

We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Option for term-time staff to annualise salary
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction professional development and learning opportunities
• Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please review ourHow To Apply Online Guide

• Complete theapplication below
• Applicants must read understand and accept as an explicit term of contract the requirements of theStatement of Principlesfor employment inCatholic Schools
• Upload acurrent resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) ofthree (3) professional referees
• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc .docx) PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg .jpeg .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Danielle Hill Finance Manager Chanel College Gladstone on.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact Employee Support Services
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday 20 February 2026.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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