<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p> <p>We are seeking compassionate, collaborative and dedicated Teacher Assistants, who are strongly committed to the ethos and practices of Catholic Education and possess a genuine desire to support the holistic development of young people to join our Inclusive Learning team. We have multiple permanent part time positions available, commencing in Term 1, 2026, working up to 5 days a week (58.30 hours per fortnight).&nbsp;</p> <p>As a Teacher Assistant, you will work closely with students with high and complex needs, as well as those from a wide range of physical and intellectual abilities and diverse linguistic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. You &nbsp;will provide tailored support and encouragement to help students thrive in an inclusive learning environment, while assisting teachers in delivering programs and interventions that promote participation, learning, and personal growth. This is a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in the academic, social, and emotional development of students.</p> <p>Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>As a Teacher Assistant you will:</p> <ul> <li>Support teachers in delivering student-focused learning outcomes.</li> <li>Foster creativity, innovation, and a passion for learning in students.</li> <li>Demonstrate strong literacy and numeracy skills to assist with learning.</li> <li>Encourage excellence in academics, co-curricular activities, and personal development.</li> <li>Relate to students with diverse and complex needs, including assisting with meal management and toileting care.</li> <li>Uphold high standards of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and resilience.</li> <li>Build and maintain positive professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider school community.</li> <li>Perform effectively in dynamic environments with competing demands.</li> </ul> <p>CET supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment directed at ensuring their safety and wellbeing.&nbsp; The successful candidate will require satisfactory registrations relevant to child safety.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>St Patrick’s is a Catholic co-educational Year 7-12 college of approximately 1,500 students with a strong academic culture that encourages individual students to develop to their full potential through a broad educational experience.&nbsp; The College is structured&nbsp;into a three-school model of learning,&nbsp;incorporating the Middle School (Years 7 and 8), Croagh Patrick (Year 9) and Senior School (Years 10-12). While each School has&nbsp;unique features and purposes, the tapestry which forms our College&nbsp;binds us together in academic,&nbsp;social justice and&nbsp;co-curricular&nbsp;excellence for all students.&nbsp;We are an energetic, positive and lively learning community, with supportive, highly qualified staff, outstanding facilities and with our focus on the growth of the whole person.</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Instructions on how to apply, is available from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stpatricks.tas.edu.au/our-college/employment" rel="nofollow">https://www.stpatricks.tas.edu.au/our-college/employment</a> or phoning Human Resources on 03 6341 9988.&nbsp; We demonstrate our commitment to Reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications should be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:hr@stpatricks.tas.edu.au?subject=Teacher%20Assistant%20-%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>hr@stpatricks.tas.edu.au</a>?subject=Teacher%20Assistant%20-%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:hr@stpatricks.tas.edu.au?subject=Teacher%20Assistant%20-%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@stpatricks.tas.edu.au</a> by <strong>5pm Sunday 19 October 2025.</strong></p>