Teacher Assistants

A variety of positions (Kinder - Grade 6) 19 - 26 hours per week

Sacred Heart Catholic School, Launceston

Part Time | Ongoing

Classification: Teacher Assistant, Level 2

Remuneration: $65,365–$84,666 + 12% Superannuation

Why Work at Sacred Heart Catholic School?

Sacred Heart Catholic School is situated in the centre of the city of Launceston. Our school is a double stream school with two of each grade level from Kindergarten to Grade Six. We have a total of 450 students and 55 staff members.

Our School is highly respected and recognised as a positive, pastoral and positive learning community. Our Staff are enthusiastic, highly dedicated and committed to the spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of our students learning. We help our students to feel secure and experience success, so they learn to view themselves as valued members of a community regardless of their level of ability.

Located in Launceston, a dynamic regional city that blends historic character with modern innovation, offering a strong community focus, excellent services, and a thriving cultural and food scene. Anchored by the iconic Cataract Gorge and surrounded by productive agricultural regions, the city has become a hub for education, health, and creative industries.

We are currently seeking applications from cutting-edge and enthusiastic Teacher Assistants who can demonstrate a commitment to the aims and philosophy of Catholic Education.

About the Role

The Teacher Assistants supports high-quality learning experiences by assisting teachers, guiding students and helping create an inclusive,



safe and engaging learning environment. This role suits a caring, adaptable and student-focused individual who enjoys working closely with children and supporting diverse learning needs.

Key responsibilities include:

- Classroom support — Assist teachers in delivering learning programs.
- Student assistance — Support students individually or in groups across various learning areas.
- Intervention support — Provide individualised approaches, help identify learning needs and assist with progress evaluation.
- Inclusive learning — Support participation for students of all abilities and backgrounds.
- Learning materials — Assist with preparing, organising and distributing resources.
- Technology support — Help students use ICT safely and responsibly.
- Routine assistance — Support students with timetables, lockers, homework and behaviour expectations.
- Personal care — Provide basic physical, social and emotional care; assist with meals, toileting and lifting when required.
- Excursion support — Assist students during excursions and special events.
- Monitoring & reporting — Communicate student progress, concerns and successes to teachers.




- Behaviour support — Support students in line with school guidelines.

About You

You will demonstrate:

- Commitment to supporting student outcomes
- Ability to relate to students with diverse needs
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Effective literacy, numeracy and reasoning skills
- Ability to manage competing demands
- Initiative, discretion and constructive problem-solving
- Flexibility, dependability and professional integrity

Essential Requirements

- Valid Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
- Current and satisfactory National Police Criminal History Check (NPCHC).
- Accreditation A: Accreditation to work in a Catholic school or willingness to work towards.

Desirable

- Certificate III in Education Support
- Experience related to specific support activity areas eg food technology, MDT, EAL, ATSI etc.
- Education sector experience
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Protective Handling Practices training
- Manual Handling training

How to Apply

Applicants should submit:

- A cover letter stating the reasons you are seeking the position.
- A current copy of your Curriculum Vitae.
- Provide a 2-page response to how you support the effective learning outcomes for students
- Any other relevant information you wish to submit.

Applications close on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 9:00am.

Applications should be addressed to Brent Wilson, Principal, and submitted via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page.

For enquiries, please contact Brent Wilson at [email protected]

📌 Teacher Assistants (Launceston)
🏢 Catholic Education Tasmania
📍 Launceston