Teacher Aide – Junior School (Prep–Year 6) in Mackay

Teacher Aide – Junior School (Prep–Year 6)

Whitsunday Anglican School is an independent, co-educational day and Boarding School from K - 12, situated in the beautiful surroundings of tropical Mackay and the Whitsunday region.

The School provides a balanced education that is focused on intellectual development, personal growth, spirituality, and community service.

The School offers a first-class education with a proven history of outstanding student outcomes and staff development.

About You

Whitsunday Anglican School is seeking applications from enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Teacher Aides to join our Junior School team.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children in their learning, wellbeing and development and who enjoy working collaboratively in a dynamic school environment.

The successful applicants will work alongside classroom teachers to help deliver engaging learning experiences and foster an inclusive, supportive and positive classroom environment.

They will demonstrate a genuine interest in working with children, an understanding of diverse learning needs and a commitment to contributing positively to the wider life and Anglican ethos of Whitsunday Anglican School.

About the Role

Both positions are full-time, term-time roles, working Monday to Friday, with the following hours:

Position 2: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm. This position includes responsibility for the supervision of Before School Care, commencing at 7:30 am.

Key responsibilities

• Providing individual and small-group support to students as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Assisting with lesson preparation, including developing resources, organising materials and setting up classroom activities.
• Supporting students across the Junior School (Prep–Year 6), including those with diverse learning needs.
• Assisting students with the use of laptops and other classroom technology.
• Maintaining anecdotal records and observations to support student learning and development.
• Undertaking timetabled playground supervision duties.
• Completing a range of scheduled responsibilities and general classroom support tasks.
• Demonstrating initiative and the ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Skills and Experience

• Certificate III in Education Support or equivalent, as a minimum qualification (essential).
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications.
• Previous experience working as a Teacher Aide, preferably within a Junior School or Learning Support environment (highly desirable).
• Competent computer skills and confidence supporting students with classroom technology.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to use initiative and anticipate the needs of classroom teachers and students.
• A sound understanding of confidentiality, discretion and the importance of maintaining professional boundaries.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A warm, patient and approachable manner, with a genuine ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.
• A flexible, proactive and collaborative approach to working as part of a team.
• Roles to commence in Term 1, 2027

The School reserves the right to appoint prior to applications closing.

• Employee Benefits
• Competitive salary structure
• Staff fee concessions for children attending Whitsunday Anglican School
• Additional employer superannuation contributions when employees make voluntary contributions
• 38 weeks of term-time employment each school year
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and develop leadership experience
• First Aid and CPR Training
• Employee Assistance Program, including 24-hour counselling support
• Fitness Passport membership, providing access to participating gyms, pools and leisure centres
• Corporate Health Insurance through Medibank Private
• Talent Spotter Reward Scheme
• Weekly morning tea for all staff and Colleague of the Week recognition
• Active Staff Social Club and regular staff activities and events
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
• Salary packaging through Paywise, providing eligible employees with potential tax benefits

Whitsunday Anglican School takes student protection seriously.

All candidates for roles at the School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.