Teacher Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a caring, responsible and proactive Teacher Assistant to work closely with the Homeroom Teacher and teaching team. The role supports classroom activities, student learning and wellbeing while helping to maintain a safe, organised and inclusive learning environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Work cooperatively with teachers and other teaching assistants and provide support where required.
• Prepare learning materials, resources and classroom equipment for lessons.
• Support students individually or in small groups to consolidate lesson material.
• Assist students with additional learning requirements, including English as a Second Language learners.
• Observe and support students' progress and provide individualised assistance under teacher guidance.
• Work with the Homeroom Teacher to monitor the class schedule and classroom activities.
• Reinforce school and classroom rules and appropriate student behaviour.
• Maintain a safe, organised, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
• Supervise students during specialist lessons, venue transitions, recess and lunch according to the duty roster.
• Accompany students during excursions, trips and special school events when required.
• Attend relevant meetings and professional development sessions.
• Build positive relationships with students, teachers, colleagues and parents.
• Uphold the School’s mission, values and applicable SEGi Group policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Minimum SPM/STPM, Diploma or equivalent qualification. A Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development or a related field is an added advantage.
• Previous experience working with children or in a school/classroom environment is preferred.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Patient, caring and able to communicate positively with children of different ages and learning needs.
• Able to work collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants and the wider school community.
• Responsible, organised, attentive and able to follow established school procedures.
• Able to support students with different learning abilities, including ESL learners.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to professional development.
• Committed to safeguarding, child protection and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Able to participate in student supervision duties, school activities, excursions and events as required.

Why Join Us?

• International school working environment.
• Collaborative and supportive teaching community.
• Exposure to student learning, development and classroom practice.
• Professional learning and development opportunities.

Safeguarding Commitment

Peninsula International School Australia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must comply with the School’s Child Protection Policy and report any actual or potential concerns regarding a student’s safety or welfare to the designated Child Protection Officer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.