Kindergarten Teacher Aide

Join Our Kindergarten Team – Bring care, creativity and encouragement to every day!

You Will Love Working With Us

At Westside, we are committed to ensuring every student feels cared for, experiences a strong sense of belonging, and is empowered to achieve their full potential.

Your Opportunity

Are you passionate about working with children and seeking flexible, meaningful employment?

We are seeking caring and qualified Kindergarten Teacher Aides to join us in making a positive impact through promoting curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning in every child.

This is a Full Time – Term Time position. At an annual amount of $69,825.15 to $75,417.35 per annum (Level 3 School Officers Award) commensurate with candidate experience and qualifications is offered.

Your Role

• Supporting the Teacher and/or Director in the preparation and delivery of effective learning programs for every child, informed by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), the National Quality Framework (NQF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG)
• Assisting in the implementation of play-based learning experiences and intentional teaching practices, including responding to children’s interests and needs under the guidance of the Teacher
• The Kindergarten Teacher Aide may also undertake the role of Responsible Person within the College’s Kindergarten.
• Help maintain a safe, caring, and inclusive environment
• Support children’s wellbeing and encourage positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with a passionate and supportive team
• Participate in a spiritually vibrant culture aligned with the College’s Christian mission and values.

About You

• A practicing Christian with the ability to actively support and promote the College’s spiritual ethos

• A genuine passion for working with children and enhancing their learning and wellbeing

• A positive, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Required:

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent), or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent (essential)

• Paid Working With Children Check (Blue Card) (essential)

• National Child Safety Certificate (essential)

• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications (essential).

Why Join Us

• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Well-resourced facilities
• A positive, inclusive school community
• Leadership that values wellbeing and innovation.

How to Apply

• Please submit:

• two recent professional referees (preferably including your current supervisor)

• one referee who can attest to your Christian faith and suitability to work in alignment with the College’s Christian ethos (preferably a pastor or minister)

If you're ready to bring your energy and creativity to a rewarding casual support role in our Kindergarten, we’d love to hear from you!