Teacher Aide - Harlaxton State School

job
recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference QLD/DSR683184/26T

Closing date April 8, 2026

Location Toowoomba region

Contact
07 4639 9111

About this job

Who We Are:

Harlaxton State School is a (PBL) ‘Positive Behaviour for Learning' school. Our aim is to inspire students to succeed, foster high expectations and prepare them for positive participation within society.

The school logo is the ‘Whole child': Making connections and creating opportunities.

We firmly believe the students at Harlaxton School must have their physical, cultural, community, social/emotional and academic needs met in order to remain resilient and perform well at school.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Harlaxton State School is seeking an experienced teacher aide to work Monday through Friday standard job model 7.45am to 3pm(with requirement to do one day 8.30am to 3.45pm).

Applicants will be working in a mainstream setting supporting a range of diverse learners
including, but not limited to students with disabilities, as well as assist in managing behavioural challenges and implementing behaviour management strategies in line with our PBL strategy.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting teachers and students with sporting activities and with school excursions.
• Assisting with the management and stocktaking of equipment and resources.
• Communicating effectively and displaying high level of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member.
• Maintaining anecdotal records on students for use in reviewing student's development.
• Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Ideally applicants would have prior experience working in this area and would have the following attributes:

• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills are essential.
• A strong knowledge of intervention strategies to support learning engagement respecting
  diverse needs of learners.
• Ability to work independently with a group of students under teacher direction
• A strong knowledge of the teaching of literacy and numeracy
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow the guidance of teachers.
• Willingness to adapt to the specific needs of each student & maintain a positive attitude
• Applicants need to demonstrate an understanding of safe and supportive teaching and
  learning environments that align with DOE strategic plan: Brighter Futures.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement 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.