Clayfield College is a leading independent school, owned and governed by the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA) on behalf of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches. The College is a co-educational day and boarding school in Clayfield, Brisbane, that offers boys and girls all the benefits of single-sex and co-education on one campus through the distinctive Parallel Learning model. Our education framework is intentionally structured to maximise students’ growth from Pre-Prep to Year 12. Clayfield provides outstanding opportunities beyond the regular curriculum, and across all ages, so every child has the opportunity to let their light shine.

Position Overview

The successful applicant will be a skilled, caring and proactive Teacher Aide who works collaboratively with teachers to support student learning, wellbeing and participation. They will demonstrate an understanding of contemporary educational practice, a commitment to professional learning, and the ability to provide effective support for students with a range of strengths and needs.

Professional Responsibilities

The successful applicant will work with students in the Junior School environment under the direction of teachers, this could be in both an individual and small group setting.

Key Responsibilities

· To assist the teachers to whom you are assigned.

· Implement Teacher directed activities.

· Prepare and pack away any necessary resources and workstations.

· Provide supportive care to students with diverse needs.

· Ensure the students are working on target in the classroom.





· Work with individual students catering for their needs.

· Work with students in small groups, pairs and individually.

· Assist students to work with alternate/modified mainstream programs.

· Assist students to present their work in word documents, web pages, posters etc.

· Assist staff with administrative needs.

· Work as part of a team to implement exciting and engaging support for students.

Key Selection Criteria

- Tertiary qualifications at certificate level or equivalent relevant qualifications.

- Hold or qualify for a Working with Children Blue Card issued from the Public Safety Business Agency (PSBA).

- Exhibit genuine care and concern for children and possess a willingness to support them in day to day school life.

- Show initiative and problem solve, taking responsibility for initiating tasks, new ideas and processes.

- Have a solid ability to work in a team environment, cooperating with others and working collaboratively to deliver on shared tasks.

- Be reliable and dedicated and demonstrated ability to meet timeframes.

- Energy and commitment with a strong work ethic.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- Qualifications in supporting students with additional needs would be highly regarded.





We are interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

- Early years education and care;

- Supporting students with additional learning needs;

- English as an Additional Language or Dialect;

- Literacy intervention and learning support; and

- Classroom-based Teacher Aide support.

How You’ll Benefit

- Up to 12.75% employer superannuation.

- Part of a strong, collegial team, committed to mutual success

- Salary Packaging

- Annual flu vaccination

- Access to our Employee Assistance Program - AcaciaEAP

How to Apply

If you’re keen to apply your skills at a College undergoing rapid growth and transition, and we have described you in this advertisement, click the pink Quick Apply link with the following documentation included:

· Cover Letter describing why you are the ideal candidate, and

· Resume outlining your qualification and previous experience.

Applications close: Thursday 19 November 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the College reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Clayfield College is a Child Safe organisation with a demonstrated commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children with a zero-tolerance approach to the abuse of children in our care. Successful candidates will be required to support the PMSA's Child Protection Policy and Procedures and commit to their implementation upon commencement. For more information, please click on this link.

📌 Junior School Teacher Aide (Clayfield)
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