Education Assistant (Education Assistant)

Position Details The school invites suitable applicants to apply for a full time, Education Assistant position, commencing January 1, 2027.

St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is a vibrant learning environment, catering for students from a multicultural setting in a co-educational environment from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6. With approximately 470 children, our school is seeking an inspiring Education Assistant to join our community, someone who fosters a love of learning, enhancing student engagement and improving outcomes for all students.

The school is a family-focused community where each individual is valued and respected in a safe and caring environment. Our values of Honesty, Respect and Responsbility ensure we focus on the development of the total person in light of our patron Saint, St Francis of Assisi.

We aim to promote improvement through building capacity, strategic planning and evidence-based decision making. Our staff are highly qualified and committed to the pursuit of knowledge for themselves and for their students.

The school enjoys a close relationship with St Andrew’s Parish, Clarkson, and a dedicated parent body maintains the strong community feel. St Francis of Assisi places an emphasis on building relationships, whilst delivering excellence in teaching and learning.

Selection Criteria

• Be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education and demonstrate effective witness to faith.
• Show a genuine enthusiasm for early childhood education and the ability to work collaboratively with a team of dedicated educators to deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Ability to establish and maintain respectful, positive relationships with students, staff, and families, fostering a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment
• Experience in supporting students with diverse needs, including behavioural, social, and emotional challenges
• Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Willingness to actively participate in school initiatives and events, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning and development.

Qualifications Required Certificate III Education Assistant or above.

Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School or willingness to work towards this.

Application Requirements Cover Letter (1 Page)

CV (2 pages)

Applicants are to submit a cover letter and a CV, including the names and contact details of a minimum of three referees, including the current employer and Parish Priest, if applicable.

Please submit applications via email in PDF format to [email protected] with the subject

heading of Education Assistant Application, no later than 4 pm on Wednesday 28th October 2026.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 4th November 2026.