Classroom Support Assistant

Employment Status: Part-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident 
Salary Range: $71,578 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on skills and experience. 
Start Date: Negotiable 

About St Matthew's Primary School

At St Matthew’s Primary School, we provide an inclusive environment where every student is valued and supported. We pride ourselves on using evidence-based, high-impact teaching practices that maximise learning outcomes and enable each student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our school supports a dedicated team of staff who engage in continuous professional development, ensuring our programs reflect the latest research and best practices and establish a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Beyond academics, St Matthew’s is committed to holistic development, nurturing students’ intellectual, physical, and emotional well-being to foster values of curiosity, resilience, and respect. We are proud of our diverse, connected community, offering a supportive, faith-filled setting where students can reach their full potential. 

About the Role 

The Classroom Support Assistant plays a key role in creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment by partnering with teachers to support student participation, especially those with diverse learning needs. This position involves providing targeted support to individuals and small groups, modifying learning tasks, and encouraging the use of strategies that enhance students’ confidence, independence, and social-emotional development. The Classroom Support Assistant works closely with teachers and specialist teams to implement personalised adjustments that help students reach their academic potential and actively engage in the wider school community.

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 our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice 

Qualifications  

• Certificate III in School-Based Education Support. 
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP).

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. An appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.  

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. 

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here. 

Position-specific queries: Please contact Sarah Lowe on 02 6254 2653 or via email sarah.lowe@cg.catholic.edu.au 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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