About this job
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Bundaberg North State High School
Welcome to Bundaberg North State High School's website. Through it, we aim to tell you what happens at the school and to give you a feeling for what the school is 'really about'.
We want North students to try activities (including those they are not already good at), to experience all aspects of school life and to enjoy these. Above all we want our students to be part of a genuine learning culture, where staff and students seek out new challenges and share their successes.
Our core business is the academic curriculum. This site will tell you about this but about much more. You will find information on all the other aspects of school life that combine to make this a truly supportive learning community.
About the Role
As the Teacher Aide at Bundaberg North SHS, you will contribute to the provision of a quality educational service in our school library by the:
- Preparation and enhancement of learning materials and associated activities.
- Management and maintenance of library resources - previous experience with library software “Oliver” would be an advantage.
- Creation of a welcoming and engaging environment for reading, research and other activities.
- Management of school laptops and their use by students.
- Supporting senior students who may be studying or undertaking external courses.
We are looking for a team member who is able to work independently and is flexible whilst also demonstrating people skills to build effective relationships with students and staff.
The Teacher Aide reports to the Principal or nominated delegate as appropriate. The reporting relationship to teachers may be changed by the Principal on a regular basis to fulfil specific needs within the school. When supporting students with specific health procedures, a Teacher Aide will be under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse or medical practitioner.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.