The Rockhampton Grammar School is seeking to employ a Primary Teacher Aide (Student Support – EALD)

The role of the Teacher Aide (Student Support – EALD) will be to contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting students with EAL/D learning needs, the preparation/enhancement of learning materials and associated activities in our Primary School.

This position will be Part-time - 3 Days per week (days to be negotiated with the successful candidate).

Fixed Term – until 28.11.2025

The Rockhampton Grammar School was founded in 1881 and is an independent co-educational day and boarding school, educating and caring for students from Prep to Year 12, as well as the Early Learning Years and is Queensland’s largest boarding school. The Rockhampton Grammar School has achieved great success in the academic, cultural, sporting and vocational fields over the past 144 years. The School has a total enrolment of over 1,500 (Prep to Year 12) students who are exposed to our broad curriculum, giving effect to our commitment of Grow in Character and Scholarship.

As part of our School, we provide a supportive, flexible working environment where care for all our staff is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our staff and students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

At The Rockhampton Grammar School, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic environment where students thrive both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities. Join us at The Rockhampton Grammar School and be a part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education! The School values co-curricular involvement and provide a wide variety of opportunities for staff in this regard.

POSITION: Teacher Aide (Student Support – EALD)

CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time, Term-Time, Fixed Term until 28.11.2025

REPORTS TO: Head of Primary

PURPOSE OF POSITION
The purpose of this position is to contribute to the provision of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting students with EAL/D learning needs, the preparation/enhancement of learning materials and associated activities

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR WORKING WITH EALD STUDENTS
The duties of this Teacher Aide role are specifically focused on supporting students learning English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) and include a variety of activities. These activities are not exhaustive, and other relevant tasks may be performed by the successful applicant, provided that such duties are appropriate to the nature, classification level, and purpose of the position.

You will be responsible for leading the following activities and delivering the following key tasks:

• Language Support: Support EALD students acquisition of English through a range of literacy activities, and help students access curriculum, focusing on enhancing their conversational English, literacy skills and comprehension.
• Supervision of Educational Activities: Assist in the supervision of subjects (e.g., Art, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies) under the direction of the teacher. Provide direct 1:1 and small group support to EALD students with specific learning goals and tasks, focusing on language development and academic content.
• Preparation and Management of Teaching Materials: Assist in preparing, storing, and making available teaching equipment and materials that specifically cater to the needs of EALD students, ensuring that resources are accessible and appropriate.
• Support During Activities: Assist with playground duties, bus supervision, sporting activities, and school excursions, ensuring that EALD students are included and supported in all activities.
• Student Welfare and Safety: Contribute to the welfare, health, and safety of students, including delivering basic First Aid and being attentive to student needs.
• Photography: Take photographs with a digital camera and print them as required for school activities.
• Other Duties: Carry out other reasonable non-professional duties at the discretion of the teacher and the Head of Primary, particularly those that assist EALD students in accessing the curriculum and develop a sense of belonging to the school community.

N.B. This position description outlines the most important duties and tasks related to the job of supporting EALD students. It is not an exclusive or exhaustive list.

REQUIRED LICENCES/CERTIFICATES/EXPERIENCE

• Working with Children Check;
• Police Check;
• Safeguarding Children Online Training Certificate;
• Certificate III in Education Support or equivalent previous work experience;
• Experience in working with students who are learning English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) will be highly regarded.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

The School takes child protection seriously, and as a staff member or volunteer of The Rockhampton Grammar School, you are required to meet the behaviour standards outlined in our Practice and Behaviour Guidelines. You will receive a copy of these guidelines as part of the induction process.

Therefore, as a part of your duties and responsibilities, you are also required to:

• Provide a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people;
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services;
• Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe;
• Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge;
• Act as a positive role model for children and young people;
• Report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse to management;
• Maintain valid “working with children” documentation;
• Undergo periodic “national criminal history record” checks;
• Report to management any criminal charges or convictions you receive during the course of your employment that may indicate a possible risk to children and young people.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful applicant will be subject to a “Working with Children Check and Criminal Records Check” where applicable. The School undertakes several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children and young people in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualification check and professional registration checks.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position - please 'apply now' by emailing [email protected]

Please submit the following compulsory items:

• Cover Letter, indicating why you are applying for this position and detailing your experience;
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with the contact details of two work related referees;
• RGS Application for Employment Form.
  

Applications are encouraged to be submitted as soon as possible.

Enquiries should be directed to Kate Harris (Head of Primary) on 07 4936 0650.

*Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

*Applications will be reviewed as they are received and RGS reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be found.

*The Rockhampton Grammar School reserves the right to amend this Position Description at its discretion in accordance with any Safeguarding of Children, legislative and/or operational requirements.