As one of the eight original Grammar Schools in Queensland, Townsville Grammar School was established in 1888 and has offered boarding since this time. The School has a long-standing reputation as the leading academic school in Northern Queensland, also offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Years 11 and 12.

We have an opportunity at our Annandale campus for an experienced Prep Teacher Aide to commence in Term 3, 2026 for a 12-month contract. The hours for this position are six hours per day, five days per week, term-time only.

The  Prep Teacher Aide duties include working with individual students and small groups in the classroom with a focus of literacy and numeracy, providing assistance to students with disabilities or learning difficulties and assisting in the supervision of educational activities under the direction of a teacher.

To be successful in this role, you will require:

• The ability to work with children with a wide variety of needs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Minimum Certificate III in Education Support or other relevant qualification (highly desirable).
• Proficiency in the use of common computer software.
• Valid Working with Children Paid Employee Blue Card (mandatory prior to commencement).
• Eligibility to work in Australia (mandatory).
• Senior First Aid certificate.

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration and 12.75% superannuation contributions.
• Salary sacrifice options.
• Annual flu vaccination program.
• Reduced tuition fees for children of permanent staff.
• Paid parental leave of 14 weeks after qualifying period.
• Access to free and confidential counselling via EAP for staff and family members.
• Discounted fitness club membership with Strand Fitness.

You can download a full position description here.   

To apply, provide a cover letter, CV, and details of two current referees. Please outline in your cover letter how you meet the specific accountabilities of the role.   Applications will be considered upon submission and will close when a suitable candidate is found, so please apply as soon as possible.

Safeguarding & Child Safety

Townsville Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. All staff are expected to uphold the School’s child‑safe values, maintain appropriate professional boundaries, and comply with the School’s child‑safety policies and procedures.  Appointment to this role is subject to appropriate child‑safety screening - including Working with Children Check (Blue Card) Check - where applicable, in line with legislative and regulatory requirements.  The School adopts a rigorous and proactive approach to safeguarding and undertakes comprehensive pre-employment screening to ensure the suitability of all personnel. These processes include, but are not limited to, reference verification, identity confirmation, qualification validation, and professional registration checks.

Our Child Safety and Wellbeing policies are available at:  Policies & School Handbook | Townsville Grammar School