Classroom Support Assistant

St John Vianney's Primary, Waramanga

Waramanga, ACT 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time

Applications Close: 20 June 2025


Step into a rewarding role as a Classroom Support Assistant, empowering students, sparking confidence, and helping every learner thrive. Work hands-on with teachers to create an inclusive, engaging space where all students feel supported and valued.

<p><strong>Salary:</strong> $71,578 full-time equivalent plus superannuation&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Part-time&nbsp;| Up to 60 hours per fortnight<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;Negotiable&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About&nbsp; St John Vianney’s Primary School&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>St John Vianney’s Primary School in Waramanga is a welcoming and purpose-driven Catholic school community that values excellence, integrity, and collaboration. Staff at St John Vianney's are part of a team committed to nurturing the whole child through high-quality education, pastoral care, and faith-based values. The school fosters a culture of mutual respect, professional growth, and shared mission, making it an ideal environment for educators, support staff, and leaders who are passionate about making a meaningful contribution to student development and community life.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The Classroom Support Assistant contributes to a collaborative and student-focused learning environment by supporting students' academic and social development. Working under the guidance of teaching staff, the role involves delivering targeted assistance, adapting tasks where needed, and encouraging student confidence and independence, particularly for those requiring additional support.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Certificate III in School-Based Education Support&nbsp;</li> <li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.<br><br> 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.</p> <p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sjv.act.edu.au/">website.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited&nbsp;(CECG) can be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:&nbsp;</strong>Please contact Peter Rodda&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6288 2383 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>. &nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505444/classroom-support-assistant">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>