Teacher Aide - Back Plains State School — Toowoomba Region, Queensland

About the School Back Plains State School has a proud history of community support and quality education, with modern facilities added over the years to enhance teaching and learning. The school fosters strong relationships and personalised learning through its multi-age classroom structure and supportive learning environment. Our dedicated and experienced staff are passionate about creating an inclusive and engaging atmosphere, making Back Plains an ideal place for educators who value connection, collaboration and meaningful impact. Your Opportunity As the Teacher Aide, you will: * Contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting teachers with the preparation and enhancement of learning materials and associated activities. 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. Your Responsibilities As the Teacher Aide, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: * Assisting in the supervision of education activities, under the direction of a teacher * Working with small groups as well as individual students * Communicating effectively and displaying high level of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member * Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs * Displaying confidentiality, tact, reliability and sensitivity to students and their families * Assist with the management and stocktaking of equipment and resources * Assist in preparing, storing, distributing and clearing away teaching equipment and materials * Contribute to the welfare, health and safety of students, including the delivery of first aid Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To Apply * Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). * Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) in response to the attached role description. 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.

Applications close Sunday, 27 July 2025
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