Classroom Support Assistant
Employment
Part time, Contract
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
9 October 2026
Posted 28 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
36.1
28.9 teaching · 7.2 non-teaching
Students per teacher
16.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
483
Indigenous students
5%
Language other than English
10%
Girls vs boys
260 girls · 223 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $75,935 plus superannuation.
Employment Status: Part-time | Up to 50 hours per fortnight
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Monday, 12 October 2026, Term 4
About St Clare of Assisi Primary School
St Clare of Assisi Primary School is a Catholic primary school offering education from Kindergarten to Year 6, located in the southern suburbs of Canberra. We take pride in our strong school community, where children, families, and staff are dedicated to achieving excellence every day.
About the Role
The Classroom and Learning Support Assistant works collaboratively with teachers to support students with diverse learning needs to engage confidently in their learning and school life. You will provide individual, small-group, and classroom support, assist with learning strategies and resources, and contribute to a safe and inclusive environment. Through positive relationships and targeted support, you will help students develop their skills, confidence, and independence.
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 to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices
Qualifications and Eligibility
- ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
- Certificate I…