Classroom Support Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time
Applications Close: 26 November 2025
Join a caring team dedicated to inclusion and growth. Provide hands-on classroom support, helping students thrive academically and socially.
<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $73,725 full-time equivalent plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status: </strong>Part-time | Up to 60 hours per fortnight <br><strong>Eligibility: </strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> January 2026, Term One</p>
<p><strong>About St Mary’s Primary School</strong></p>
<p>St Mary’s Primary School is a small, welcoming Catholic school nestled in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains. With a strong focus on community, wellbeing, and academic excellence, our school provides a nurturing environment where every student is known, valued, and supported. St Mary's is committed to high-quality teaching in Literacy and Numeracy, Religious Education program, and a broad curriculum that includes a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. St Mary’s is proud of its inclusive practices, strong pastoral care, and strong connections with families and the wider Batlow community. </p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong> </p>
<p>The Classroom Support Assistant supports teachers to deliver inclusive learning that meets the needs of all students. Working closely with teaching staff, the role provides one-on-one and small-group assistance, helps implement learning programs, and encourages students to engage confidently in class activities. It’s a hands-on position that makes a real difference in helping students achieve independence and success</p>
<p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong> </p>
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<li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) </li>
<li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) </li>
<li>Support for professional development and study opportunities </li>
<li>Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish </li>
<li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
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<li>Completion of Certificate III in School-Based Education Support</li>
<li>Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong> </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. This position involves working with children. 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 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://stmarysbatlow.nsw.edu.au/ ">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Position-specific queries: </strong>Please contact Ryan Forsyth on 02 6949 1270 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:ryan.forsyth@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>ryan.forsyth@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:ryan.forsyth@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">ryan.forsyth@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <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>. <br><br>
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<p> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506166/classroom-support-assistant">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>