Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students as a Teacher Aide (Identified) with Tropical North Learning Academy at Smithfield State High School.

Support student learning, engagement and wellbeing while helping create an inclusive and culturally supportive learning setting.

Apply now to join a dedicated team and help students achieve their full potential.

About Us

Tropical North Learning Academy - Smithfield State High School is a high-performing secondary school in Cairns, committed to quality education, student wellbeing and positive learning outcomes.

Through its partnership with Trinity Beach State School and James Cook University, the school provides innovative learning opportunities and pathways from early education through to university and beyond.

Role Purpose

Work alongside teachers and school teams to support student learning, engagement and educational achievement. Contribute to an inclusive school environment that recognises the strengths and identities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and embeds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives across the school.

Key Responsibilities

- Classroom learning support: Work alongside teachers to create inclusive learning environments where students can build on their strengths, participate confidently and experience success across learning areas.
- Targeted learning interventions: Support the delivery of small-group and individual learning activities, including literacy, numeracy and social-emotional learning, to strengthen student's skills, confidence and achievement under the guidance of teachers.
- Student wellbeing and engagement: Build positive, culturally responsive relationships with students, encouraging confidence, connection, positive relationships and active participation in school life.
- Attendance and school connection:



Work collaboratively with students, families and school staff to promote positive attendance, strengthen connections at school and support meaningful participation in learning and school activities.
- Cultural identity and belonging: Celebrate and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, identities and perspectives, contributing to a school environment where students feel valued, connected and proud of who they are.
- School-wide collaboration: Work alongside teachers, school leaders and support teams to contribute to inclusive practices, student learning and wellbeing initiatives, and culturally responsive approaches across the school.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities. What We Are Looking For

- A positive, reliable and culturally knowledgeable Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who is passionate about education and creating opportunities for young people.
- The successful applicant will bring strong interpersonal skills, an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and protocols, and the ability to build respectful relationships with students, families, staff and community.

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 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached role description.
- Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

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 (Identified) - Tropical North Learning Academy - Smithfield State High School (Cairns)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Cairns