Classroom Assistant (Junior School)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Posted 21 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
300.9
181.4 teaching · 119.5 non-teaching
Students per teacher
8.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,597
Language other than English
31%
Girls vs boys
775 girls · 822 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
- Full time, fixed term opportunity for 2027 College year
- Term time only position
- Commencing Term 1, 2027
St Leonard’s College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Classroom Assistant to support our Junior School students and teachers in creating a positive and engaging learning environment.
This position offers an opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to supporting primary-aged students (Prep to Year 4) and enhancing their learning experience.
As a Classroom Assistant, under the direction of the Classroom Teacher, you will:
- Provide practical support to students, assisting with establishment of classroom routines
- Support learning generally during class activities or by working with specific groups of students. This may include working across different classrooms based on Junior School requirements
- Complete routine administrative tasks and assist with the presentation of the classroom environment, including organisation of materials and displaying pupils’ work
- Support students beyond the classroom including during specialist lessons, special events, recess and lunchtimes
To be successful in this opportunity you will require:
- Qualifications in Education Support, or equivalent
- A genuine passion for working with primary-aged students (Prep to Year 4)
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team
- Flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to supporting learning
- Excellent organisational and problem solving skills
- Current Employee Working with Children Check (or VIT registration)
- Previous experience in a school setting or similar ro…