About the role
St James Primary School, Banora Point
St. James Primary Banora Point is seeking an innovative, energetic Teacher's Assistant with a commitment to the values and ethos of Catholic Education and student-centred learning. St. James’ School has 400 students who are educated by dedicated staff and caring parents in a co-responsible manner. Banora Point is situated in Tweed Heads, NSW.
We invite suitably qualified applicants to apply for the following position:
Classroom and Learning Support
Position Type: Part-time Temporary
Hours: 23.5 hours per week
Commencement date: Thursday, January 28th, 2027
Term of Appointment: Until the end of the 2027 school year
Classification & Benefits
This role is classified as Level 4 (averaged) under the NSW and ACT Systemic Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 as updated or reviewed. Detailed information regarding the level, salary increments, and general employment conditions can be found within the Agreement.
Applicants must
- hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
- comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following criteria
- A knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school.
- Experience in working with children with additional needs.
- Preparedness to undergo further training in aiding children with additional needs.
- Ability to successfully implement programs and document progress regarding individual and/or small group support.
- Experience in working collaboratively with teaching staff in a classroom environment.
Your application should address the above criteria including the nomination of two (2) referees.
To apply, please provide your resume and a cover letter that is no more than two pages and addresses the selection criteria by answering the following questions:
- I bring my spirituality to my work through…
- Supporting students with additional needs is…
- I need to come and join St. James’ School, Banora Point because…
Enquiries to the school: 0755 249 404
Applications must be received by 1:00pm Tuesday November 17th, 2027
Tweed Region
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.
Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.