Classroom Support Assistant
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time
Applications Close: 25 March 2026
Support classroom learning by working alongside teachers, assisting with learning programs, supervising students, and helping meet individual learning needs.
<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $73,725 full-time equivalent plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Part-time | 10 to 50 hours per fortnight<br><strong>Eligibility: </strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Negotiable</p>
<p><strong>About St John Vianney’s Primary School</strong></p>
<p>St John Vianney’s Primary School in Waramanga is a welcoming and purpose-driven Catholic school community that values excellence, integrity, and collaboration. Staff at St John Vianney's are part of a team committed to nurturing the whole child through high-quality education, pastoral care, and faith-based values. The school fosters a culture of mutual respect, professional growth, and shared mission, making it an ideal environment for educators, support staff, and leaders who are passionate about making a meaningful contribution to student development and community life.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>A Classroom Support Assistant, you will be part of a collaborative classroom support team assisting teachers and students. You will support learning programs, supervise students, attend case meetings, and help implement strategies that meet individual student needs. This role plays an important part in fostering a positive and well‑organised learning environment.</p>
<p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong> </p>
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<li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)</li>
<li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)</li>
<li>Support for professional development and study opportunities</li>
<li>Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services</li>
<li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications and Eligibility</strong></p>
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<li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration</li>
<li>Certificate III in School-based Education Support or be undertaking an Initial Teacher Education university program of study</li>
<li>Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong></p>
<p>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 in accordance with CECG policy.</p>
<p>CECG 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.</p>
<p>For further information about the School please visit the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sjv.act.edu.au/">website.</a> Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Please contact Peter Rodda on 02 6288 2383 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">peter.rodda@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Support%20Assistant%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.</p>
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<p> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506653/classroom-support-assistant">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>