Mackay North State High School is seeking a motivated and reliable Teacher Aide to support the Home Economics Department. In this role, you will assist teachers and students during practical and classroom lessons, prepare and organise resources, and support the ordering, preparation and storage of food and materials required for learning activities. Experience in food preparation, hospitality or a similar environment would be highly regarded. The successful applicant will be organised, able to work collaboratively as part of a team, and committed to supporting positive learning outcomes for students. If you enjoy working in a dynamic educational environment and have an interest in food preparation and practical learning, we encourage you to apply. This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.52FTE), 40 hours per fortnight.

About our School:

Mackay North State High School is a high-performing secondary school renowned for excellence in academic achievement, culture, sport and citizenship. The school provides students with a wide range of opportunities to excel through quality educational programs and diverse extra-curricular activities, including performing arts productions, Marching Band tours, international ANZAC tours, and sporting, academic and cultural excursions. Guided by the values of Respect, Resilience and Confidence, Mackay North fosters a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve success in their chosen pathway. The school is recognised for its strong community connections, dedicated staff and outstanding Music Excellence Program, which contributes to its reputation as a school of choice in the Mackay region.

About the Role:

Contribute to the delivery of a quality educational service by assisting and supporting teachers within the Home Economics Department with the preparation, organisation, and enhancement of learning materials, practical activities, and classroom resources.

Responsibilities:

• Support teachers and students with classroom, practical learning, sporting, and excursion activities.
• Assist with the preparation, organisation, and management of learning resources, equipment, and materials.
• Provide administrative support, including photocopying, record keeping, data entry, and organising activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to support student learning, including literacy and numeracy programs.
• Assist with the supervision and wellbeing of students, including those with additional support needs.
• Support practical subjects such as science, textiles, and food studies through preparation and maintenance of materials and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Contribute to a safe and supportive learning environment, including providing first aid where required.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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.