Description The Role: This permanent part-time role collaborates closely with teachers to create a vibrant, nurturing, and inclusive classroom where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to learn. This role helps bring lessons to life through hands-on support, encourages social and emotional growth, and contributes to a positive learning atmosphere that fosters curiosity, confidence, and a love of discovery in young learners. If this sounds like the role for you, why not apply! The Average Day: Supporting small groups or individual students during literacy and numeracy sessions to strengthen understanding and confidence. Assisting the teacher with classroom activities, transitions, and routines to keep learning smooth and engaging. Encouraging positive social interactions and emotional wellbeing through gentle guidance and role modelling. Helping prepare and organise learning materials, displays, and resources to enhance the classroom environment. Participating in team meetings and professional learning to continuously grow and contribute to the school community. The Person: To be successful in this position, you will have: A genuine love for working with young children and supporting their growth and development. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build warm, positive relationships with students and staff. A proactive, flexible, and patient approach to classroom support and daily routines. Creativity, enthusiasm, and initiative to make learning engaging and meaningful. A commitment to fostering an inclusive, caring, and safe environment where every child can thrive. A valid Employee Working With Children Check or valid registration with the Victorian institute of Teaching (VIT) is a requirement of employment in this position. The School: At Carey, our staff are integral members of our vibrant community, embodying a deep commitment to learning and an innate ability to ignite the same passions within our students. Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth, and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported, and inspired to thrive. The Perks: A career at Carey, provides staff with access to: Competitive remuneration Access to outstanding facilities and resources Work term time only, enjoy school holidays! A supported and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged And much more! Want to find out more? If you are interested in a career at Carey, we're excited to hear from you! Click "Apply Now" to submit your up-to-date Curriculum Vitae by 23 October 2025, at 5pm. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Let's work together to inspire young minds at Carey! To find out more about this opportunity, download the Position Description here . Carey Baptist Grammar School is committed to providing a safe environment for all students, acting in their best interests, promoting their wellbeing and keeping them safe at all times. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
