<p>&nbsp;</p> <p>ST THERESES CATHOLIC SCHOOL</p> <p>&nbsp;24 HOPKINS STREET</p> <p>MOONAH, TASMANIA</p> <p>At St Therese Catholic School, we believe in student-focused, Christ-centred learning for life. We are a forward-thinking primary co-educational school catering for 208 students from Kindergarten to Grade 6.</p> <p>The school is seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to the aims and philosophy of Catholic Education for the following position to be based at Moonah.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Teacher Assistant</strong></p> <p><strong>(Speech and Intervention Support)</strong></p> <p>Part-Time, Ongoing</p> <p>16.88 hours per week - 0.38 FTE</p> <p>Term Time Only</p> <p>Commencing 15 June 2026</p> <p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p> <p>The Teacher Assistant plays a vital role in supporting high‑quality learning outcomes for students. Working under the general direction of teachers and the Principal, the Teacher Assistant provides educational, behavioural, and personal support to students, contributing to an inclusive and engaging learning environment.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide Speech and Intervention Support</li> <li>Assist teachers in the delivery of educational programs and learning activities.</li> <li>Provide individual and small‑group support to students across a range of learning needs.</li> <li>Assist in implementing intervention strategies and monitoring student progress.</li> <li>Support students from diverse cultural, linguistic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds.</li> <li>Assist students with routines such as timetables, homework and organisational skills.</li> <li>Build positive relationships with students, staff and families.</li> <li>Contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive school environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Skills, Experience and Attributes</strong></p> <ul> <li>Commitment to supporting student learning and wellbeing.</li> <li>Ability to relate to students with varying needs.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal skills with students, colleagues and families.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively and maintain positive working relationships.</li> <li>Sound literacy, numeracy and reasoning skills.</li> <li>Ability to manage competing demands and apply initiative.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <p><strong>Required</strong></p> <ul> <li>Valid Working with Vulnerable People Registration.</li> <li>Current and satisfactory National Police Criminal History Check.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable</strong></p> <ul> <li>Certificate III in Education Support.</li> <li>Experience working in an education setting.</li> <li>Current First Aid Certificate.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Work with Us?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Be part of a vibrant, faith-based school community.</li> <li>Work in a role that offers variety and the chance to take initiative.</li> </ul> <p>Catholic Education Tasmania and St Therese Catholic School are committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment for them. The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.</p> <p>Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024.</p> <p>We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.</p> <p>Full details on how to apply can be found in the Application Package. Applications should be addressed to Jackson Cracknell, St Therese’s Catholic School and submitted via the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.catholic.tas.edu.au/en/listing/">Catholic Education Tasmania careers page</a> by clicking ‘Apply’</p> <p><strong>Applications close: Monday 01 June 2026 at 1:00pm</strong></p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.catholic.tas.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/493255/teacher-assistant-speech-and-intervention-support">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>