Support language, identity and access! The Department of Education is seeking skilled and culturally responsive Teacher Aide - Language Model (Auslan) applicants to join a Statewide Recruitment Pool supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students across Queensland state schools.

Language

Models play a vital role in promoting first-language development in Auslan, supporting communication access, and strengthening students' connection to Deaf culture and identity.

About The Role As a Teacher Aide - Language Model (Auslan), you will: Provide fluent, natural Auslan language modelling for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students

Support students' expressive and receptive language development

Promote Deaf culture, identity and culturally safe learning environments

Work collaboratively with teachers, educational interpreters and specialist staff

Contribute to inclusive classroom practices and communication access Appointments may be Permanent or Temporary, Full-time or Part-time, depending on school need and available vacancies.

Applicants Must

Indicate their preferred geographic location(s) within Queensland as part of their application

Be aware that vacancies may arise at various times throughout the year





Understand that appointment will occur only when a suitable vacancy becomes available The recruitment panel will convene monthly to review applications and assess suitability for inclusion in the pool.

Please Note

Due to this process, correspondence may not be immediate. Applicants will be contacted following panel review or when a suitable vacancy aligns with their nominated location preference. Interested?

To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

Attach a short written response to the below scenario, demonstrating your ability to communicate while applying qualified and ethical standards in the workplace:

A parent approaches you requesting private support work or tutoring for their child outside of your departmental role. How would you respond to this request, noting that providing such support is not ethically permitted? Please outline how you would communicate this professionally and respectfully to the parent.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Occupational group Education & Training

📌 Teacher Aide (Language Model - Auslan) - Statewide Talent Pool (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane