Junior School Graduate Teacher's Assistant
Employment
Part time, Contract
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
28 October 2026
Posted 14 Oct 2026
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Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
256
164 teaching · 92 non-teaching
Students per teacher
7.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,182
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
17%
Girls vs boys
1,182 girls · boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Ascham is one of the world’s leading girls’ schools, and since its foundation in 1886 has educated girls who develop into confident, independent, compassionate young women. Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school for students in years P-12, within a warm, welcoming and collaborative environment.
We value staff who demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the School. We look for energetic, dedicated and capable staff who are full of ideas; embrace a fast-paced environment; and demonstrate initiative, empathy and professionalism to help the School achieve its strategic objectives.
About this Role
We are seeking a qualified Primary Teacher, or a final-year teaching student, to join our Learning Enhancement team and support students from Prep to Year 6 in our Junior School.
Working under the guidance of the Coordinator of Learning Enhancement P-6, you will support individual students and small groups, assist with assessment activities, and collaborate with teachers to enhance student learning and wellbeing. This role offers valuable professional growth opportunities, including supervised teaching experiences, mentoring and ongoing professional development.
This is a temporary part-time (0.6 FTE) position for 12 months, commencing Term 1, 2027. If you are a passionate and aspiring educator who is committed to supporting student learning, wellbeing and inclusion; have strong communication skills, and a desire to continually develop your teaching practice we’d love to hear from you!
What You Will Do
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