Classroom Support Assistant
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
13 September 2026
Posted 3 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
54.2
41.3 teaching · 12.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
17.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
716
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
35%
Girls vs boys
357 girls · 359 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $75,935 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time | 12 hours per fortnight with opportunities to increase as per student requirements
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About Mother Teresa Primary School
Mother Teresa School is a Catholic ELC–Year 6 school located in Canberra’s Gungahlin region, proudly serving the diverse local community. Purpose-built, interconnected learning spaces support flexible, team-based teaching and enable contemporary, inclusive practices that meet the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, delivering targeted literacy programs and embracing an evidence-based approach that fosters critical thinking, and deep engagement. Staff are supported by a collaborative professional culture, structured mentoring, and access to ongoing development opportunities. With a rich co-curricular program, a commitment to educational excellence, and a values-driven environment, Mother Teresa School offers educators the opportunity to grow, contribute meaningfully, and thrive within a dynamic and supportive setting.
About the Role
The Classroom Support Assistant Level 4 is a member of the classroom support team that plays a key role in supporting classroom teachers to ensure that all students with diverse learning needs can access and participate in the curriculum and activities to achieve the academic goals and social skills required for independent learning and confident participation.
Benefits and Opportunities
- 24 weeks of paid parental lea…