Classroom Support Assistant (First Nations Education)

Catherine McAuley College · Mackay, QLD

Employment

Full time, Fixed term

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Secondary

Salary range

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Closing date

13 November 2026

16 days remaining

Posted 27 Oct 2026

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About Catherine McAuley College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

7-10

School staff (FTE)

79.6

51.5 teaching · 28.1 non-teaching

Students per teacher

11.8:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

606

Indigenous students

4%

Language other than English

7%

Girls vs boys

364 girls · 242 boys

60%
40%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Position: Classroom Support Assistant (First Nations Education)
Commencement Date:
18 January 2027 
Employment Status: 
Term-time continuing
Hours per week:
18 hpw 
Hourly Rate:
$34.19 - $35.64 per hour (pending experience) 

Applications Close: 
Friday, 13 November 2026

About us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success. 

Your Role

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and passionate educator for the position of Classroom Support Assistant (First Nations Education) to join our team at Catherine McAuley College, Mackay. This is a term-time continuing position for 18hpw for commencement on 18 January 2027. 

Selection Criteria
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate:

  • A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and spiritualities.
  • An ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, their families and school staff to improve educational outcomes through targeted and direct academic support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. For further information about this role please review the Posit…

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