ROCKHAMPTON GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL - TEACHER AIDE

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years.

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to 'Learning for Life'. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an environment in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we have an unwavering dedication to educate and nurture influential young women who contribute passionately and confidently to our diverse and ever-changing society.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to empower and inspire confidence in young women to create and embrace every opportunity.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster a connected community that develops clever and confident young women.

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

Connection - We foster meaningful relationships that create a strong, supportive community among students, staff, families, and alumni.

Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty, respect, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our words.

Confidence – We empower our students to believe in their abilities, embrace challenges, and lead with courage in all aspects of life.

Curiosity - We inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging our students to ask questions, explore ideas, and seek solutions.

Traditions – We honour the rich heritage of our school, embracing the values and practices that shape our unique identity.

OUR MOTTO

Non Scholae Sed Vitae - Not only for school but for life we are learning.

THE ROLE

Position: Part Time

Hours: To be negotiated - flexible

Employment Type: Permanent

Commencement: Immediate start Term 3 2026 (13 July 2026)

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Teacher Aide assists teachers with curriculum planning, supervision, and support of students in a classroom setting across Prep to Year 12. The Teacher Aide assists in presenting and reinforcing learning concepts. Teacher Aides employed at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School play an important role in creating a positive, caring and open culture that encourages full participation in study, cocurricular programs within the school. Teacher Aides are expected to model appropriate behaviours, values and attitudes at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Teacher Aide’s core accountabilities, under the direction and leadership of the Learning Enhancement Coordinator, is to:

support the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment;

support the teacher in planning and preparing for daily activities;

support the teacher in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curriculum in assigned areas;

present subject matter to students, under the guidance of a teacher, utilising a variety of methods;

support students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts;

perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned;

show outstanding interpersonal skills, with a proven capacity to cooperate and work positively with staff and students;

use strong organisational and time management skills;

convey a high degree of confidentiality and discretion;

display strong attention to detail;

present with emotional resilience and effective conflict management skills; and

be flexible and able to work in a high-pressure environment.

The full Role Description is available on the school website - please see the link below to copy into your web browser.

https://www.rggs.qld.edu.au/employment

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Promote Rockhampton Girls Grammar School inside and outside the school community.

The successful application is required to:

Applicants must hold a current:

Valid Blue Card

Valid Driver's licence

All applicants will be subject to Girls Grammar and legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification. These checks are consistent with Girls Grammar's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER

Professional Development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Superannuation benefits

Salary Sacrifice/Novated Lease options available

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To be considered for the Teacher Aide position please submit a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek in PDF format.

In your Cover Letter please include your availability and how many hours you are looking for. It is an expectation that Teacher Aides at Girls Grammar are willing to work across Prep to Year 12. Whilst we try and accommodate staffing preferences, student needs come first.

Commencement date: 13 July 2026

As part of the onboarding process, two professional referees are required and will be contacted during the interview stage. Please prepare two email addresses for these referees.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For further information contact the Human Resources Officer, Emily Conrad on (07) 49 300 967 or email [email protected].