Classroom Support Assistant

  • 506166
  • BATLOW, NSW, 2730
  • Permanent/Ongoing
  • Closing at: Nov 26 2025 - 23:55 AEDT
  • St Mary's Primary (Batlow)

Salary Range: $73,725 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time | Up to 60 hours per fortnight 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: January 2026, Term One

About St Mary’s Primary School

St Mary’s Primary School is a small, welcoming Catholic school nestled in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains. With a strong focus on community, wellbeing, and academic excellence, our school provides a nurturing environment where every student is known, valued, and supported. St Mary's is committed to high-quality teaching in Literacy and Numeracy, Religious Education program, and a broad curriculum that includes a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. St Mary’s is proud of its inclusive practices, strong pastoral care, and strong connections with families and the wider Batlow community.    

About the Role   

The Classroom Support Assistant supports teachers to deliver inclusive learning that meets the needs of all students. Working closely with teaching staff, the role provides one-on-one and small-group assistance, helps implement learning programs, and encourages students to engage confidently in class activities. It’s a hands-on position that makes a real difference in helping students achieve independence and success

Benefits and Opportunities   

  • 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
  • Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
  • Support for professional development and study opportunities 
  • Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications

  • Completion of Certificate III in School-Based Education Support
  • Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)

Application Process   

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.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Please contact Ryan Forsyth on 02 6949 1270 or via email ryan.forsyth@cg.catholic.edu.au.
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.   

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