Support students with diverse learning needs through targeted classroom, small‐group and individual assistance, working alongside teachers to build confidence, independence, engagement and positive learning outcomes.
Salary Range: $75,935 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time | Up to 60 hours per fortnight | Multiple positions available
Eligibility:Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Monday, 25 January ****, Team One

About St Francis of Assisi Primary School
St Francis of Assisi Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive community that values respect, care, and a love of learning. Inspired by the example of St Francis, we promote a culture of peace, kindness, and personal growth. Our modern curriculum is designed to engage students and help them reach their full potential, with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning through our innovative STEM Centre. We encourage curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Strong partnerships between families, staff, and the wider community are at the heart of our approach, ensuring each child is supported and celebrated on their educational journey
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 to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of advantages and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications
NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
Certificate III in School-based Education Support or be undertaking an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) university program of study or experience as Classroom and Learning Support Assistant
Accreditation in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

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. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.
For further information about the School please visit thewebsite.Information about the CACGEL can be accessedhere.
Position-specific queries: Sean Rutledge on ************ or via email ****** .
Application queries:Recruitment team on ************ or via email ****** .

Applicant Information Pack
Calwell, ACT St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is a Christ-centred learning environment, which respects and nurtures the uniqueness of all. Through a community characterised by commitment, celebration, service, support, compassion and justice, each individual is challenged to reach his or her potential and develop an awareness of the sacredness and interconnectedness of all life.

📌 Classroom Support Assistant (Australia)
🏢 Catholic Education, Archdiocese Of Canberra And Goulburn
📍 Australia