Classroom Support Assistant
Employment
Part time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
22 September 2026
Posted 16 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
160.5
115.9 teaching · 44.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,323
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
13%
Girls vs boys
581 girls · 742 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 | Up to 60 hours per fortnight
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.
About the Role
The Classroom Support Assistant 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 College activities. As a Classroom Support Assistant, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience by working closely with experienced teachers to support students with diverse learning needs. You’ll play an active role in delivering personalised learning programs while developing practical skills in inclusive education, classroom management, and student support.
Benefits and Opportunities
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
- Free onsite parking
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice
Qualifications and Eligibility
- Certi…