JUNIOR SCHOOL PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS’ AIDE

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The primary role of Teachers’ Aide is to support staff and students within Junior School classrooms,

playgrounds and common spaces.

Working within the context of the International Baccalaureate PYP transdisciplinary framework, Junior

School staff plan and enhance learning experiences ensuring that every child has the chance to grow and develop as a young person.

Teacher Aides work collaboratively with the teams on which they are assigned assisting classroom organisation, small group student support in learning activities, playground supervision and as part of the school’s cocurricular program.

The successful applicant will be a positive team member who is efficient, flexible, and discreet, has a keen eye for detail and accuracy, and enjoys working with children and adults in a varied and busy environment.

PRIMARY DUTIES

- Prepare, organise and set up daily activities.
- Work with individuals or groups of students under the direction of the teacher(s) across curriculum

areas.
- Assist with the care and supervision of students in all activities.
- Accompany students on excursions as required.
- Undertake playground supervision.
- Attend staff in-services where applicable.
- Assist with the transitioning of students between activities.
- Assist students in their daily routines.
- Maintain an environment that is clean, tidy, organised and positive.
- Communicate clearly any parent requests/questions to teaching staff.
- Assist teachers in the documentation and display of students’ work.
- Monitor, order and maintain materials used by the teachers and students.
- Practice duty of care within and outside the classroom and assist in the well-being of students.
- Perform his/her duties in a manner consistent with the purposes of the school and in line with

community expectations.
- Remain current on school policies and procedures.
- Support students who become sick or injured whilst at school as required.
- Assist with after School co-curricular programs as needed.




- Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Junior School or his/her delegate.

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ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

- Enthusiasm, energy, initiative, punctuality, reliability and flexibility

- Excellent communication skills

- Outstanding organisational ability
- Well-developed Information Technology skills
- An ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Competent ICT skills (particularly iPads) and knowledge of applications frequently used in an

educational setting.
- Commitment to the principles and practices of a learning organisation
- Strong collegiality and team-building skills
- Exceptional personal standards of honesty, integrity and professionalism.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Certificate III in Children’s Services, F+TAF Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalents would be

an advantage
- Training in First Aid will be essential (Barker College will provide access to this training as

necessary).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

- Working Hours are expected to be 7:45am to 3:45pm
- This is a Fixed Term (Parental Leave cover) full-time, term-time only role
- For the period of this appointment, the role will be in Pre-Kindergarten

LEVEL OF AUTHORITY RELATIONSHIPS The Head of Junior School

Junior School Teacher Aides are responsible to the Head of Junior School for the overall aspects of his/her work.

The Deputy Head of Junior School

Junior School Teacher Aides take direction from the Deputy Head of Junior School on day to day matters as required to ensure the smooth operation of the Junior School The Director of Primary Curriculum (PYP Coordinator)

Junior School Teacher Aides are supervised in their work on a day to day basis by the Director of





Primary curriculum The Director of Students (Pre-K to Year 6)

Junior School Teacher Aides work collaboratively with the Director of Students to ensure the well-

being of all children in the Junior School

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Year Coordinators

Junior School Teacher Aides work collaboratively with Year Coordinators to ensure support across all classes on a grade level on which they are assigned

Staff Members

Junior School Teacher Aides work collaboratively with classroom teachers to ensure the smooth operation of classes and the academic and well-being needs of all students are supported

Parents and the wider community

Represent the School, its policies and interests, in a positive and professional manner in accordance with the overall School Mission and Strategic Plan.

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ACCOUNTABILITY

Child Safety

Barker College has an abiding commitment to the safety, protection and well-being of all children and young people in our care. All staff members will be held accountable for ensuring adherence to the policies of the School, in particular those relating to the safeguarding of children.

General

Breaches to a staff member’s responsibilities and/or authority will be managed through the School’s

Disciplinary Management Procedures. This defined accountability is underpinned by the Barker

College Staff Code of Professional Practice, Complaints and Performance Management procedures.

Work Health and Safety

All staff members will be held accountable for their actions and omissions where it affects their own or another person’s workplace safety.

ORGANISATION CHART RELATIVE TO POSITION The Supervisor’s Supervisor: The Head of Barker College The Immediate Supervisor: The Head of Junior School

This position: Junior School Pre-Kindergarten Teachers’ Aide

APPROVAL

This position description accurately details the primary duties and responsibilities of the Junior School

Pre-Kindergarten Teachers’ Aide

Approved by Head of Junior School in August 2026

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📌 Junior School Pre-Kindergarten Teacher’s Aide (Hornsby)
🏢 Barker College
📍 Hornsby