Classroom Support Assistant - MacKillop Catholic Primary School

- Position: Classroom Support Assistant
- Commencement Date: As soon as possible
- Employment Status: Casual
- Hours per week: As required
- Hourly rate: $42.74 to 44.56 per hour (pending experience)
- Applications Close: Friday, 2 October 2026

About us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.

Your Role

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic persons for the position of Classroom Support Assistant at MacKillop Catholic Primary School, Mackay. These positions are casual positions as required, for commencement as soon as possible.

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals who are passionate about education and working with students.

Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the school's ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:

- understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school
- a genuine interest in supporting the learning and development of students
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality in dealing with young people and their needs
- the ability to work well either individually or collaboratively in a team and to accept direction and support
- genuine care for the wellbeing of students




- adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting

Experience in a similar role or working with children is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.

We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.

What we offer

- Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 3 (Casual) - $42.74 to 44.56 per hour (pending experience)
- Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
- Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
- Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment inCatholic Schools




- Upload acurrent resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) ofthree (3) professional referees
- Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

- For a confidential conversation please contact Allison Blakey, Principal, MacKillop Catholic Primary School, Mackay on .
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 2 October 2026.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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About Us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton, is a large, energetic and growing organisation with a currentenrolment of approximately 18,220 students and a staff of approximately 3,400 in Kindergartens, EarlyLearning Centres, Outside School Hours Care Services, 31 Catholic Primary Schools and 8 Catholic Secondary Colleges.Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton serves communities from Bundaberg in the south to Mackayin the north and west to Longreach.

With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional andcareer development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversityin our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to theworkplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis oncaring and supporting teachers in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of theirlives.

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📌 Classroom Support Assistant - MacKillop Catholic Primary School (Mackay Regional)
🏢 Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton
📍 Mackay Regional