ABOUT US

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is widely recognised as one of Queensland's leading schools, providing an exceptional learning environment for students, and a dynamic and collegial environment for teachers. Coupled with outstanding facilities and a beautiful natural environment, Flinders is a truly remarkable place to work.

Extra benefits of working at Matthew Flinders:

Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay (up to $15,900 pa)

Up to 12.75% employer contribution to Superannuation

Onsite Car Parking, Gym Facilities and Cafes available to staff

Personal wellbeing initiatives including free annual flu shots and skin checks for staff

Access to an Employee Assistance Program, including Career Assist, Legal Assist, Money Assist

Professional Development Plans

ABOUT THE POSITION

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is seeking to appoint a Visual Arts Technician to provide essential assistance and support to classroom Teachers within the Visual Art Department.

The primary objectives of this role are to:

Coordinate the provision of classroom materials and resources, including managing the maintenance of equipment, materials and resources within departmental budget guidelines.

Organise and assist in rotating displays of student work - in The Gallery, Performance Centre (PC) and Administration areas.

Uphold safety standards and compliance requirements related to workplace health and safety, and safety within the classroom environment. This objective involves regularly inspecting equipment, managing inventory, and coordinating repairs and servicing as needed.

This is a part-time position working Thursday and Friday during school term times from 8.00am to 4.00pm

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate for this position will be a proactive and organised individual with a strong interest in the Visual Arts and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting student creativity.

They will be someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys hands-on work, and takes pride in ensuring that the learning spaces and materials are well-prepared, safe, and inspiring for both staff and students.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

Experience or training as a Teacher Assistant in Visual Arts or a related field, with a working knowledge of art materials, equipment, and techniques

Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Confidence in maintaining equipment, ordering supplies, and coordinating repairs and servicing

An understanding of workplace health and safety regulations relevant to an arts environment

A creative eye and attention to detail, particularly when assisting with the presentation and display of student work

A flexible and positive approach, with the willingness to assist teachers and contribute to the broader goals of the Visual Art Department

Previous experience working in an educational or arts-based setting will be highly regarded, but is not essential.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit the following documentation to Mrs Ros Braithwaite, Head of Visual Art, via SEEK:

Resume

Cover Letter (no longer than two pages) which addresses:

Your motivation to apply for this role and how it aligns with your professional goals.

Your demonstrated experience and skills in relation to the role.

Your availability to commence.

A copy of the full Position Description can be downloaded here.

Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday, 11 April 2025. First round interviews will commence from 17 April 2025.

Safeguarding our Students

Matthew Flinders Anglican College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of Students. Matthew Flinders Anglican College is therefore committed to responding to allegations of student harm resulting from the conduct or actions of any person including that of employees.

To ensure the safeguarding of our students, all employees must have a current Employee Working with Children Check (Qld Blue Card or Qld Teacher Registration) before commencing work. In addition, included throughout the recruitment process are checks of suitability for employment with children.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer. We recognise that teams who reflect a diversity of lived experience, identity, perspective, and background help us to create a healthy and inclusive working culture where our staff, students and community can thrive.