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About The Hutchins School The Hutchins School, established in 1846, is an Anglican Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school in Hobart, Tasmania. We are an Anglican school whose supportive learning community works together to nurture humility, kindness, courage and respect. We are seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive Bilingual Education Support Assistant (Mandarin) to support children in our Early Learning Centre, from Pre-Kindergarten through to Year 2. This role plays an important part in helping students connect with their learning, develop routines, and build confidence. Working closely with classroom teachers, you will provide targeted language and learning support, enabling studentsparticularly those with English as an Additional Languageto fully engage in our learning environment. About the Role Based primarily in our Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten classrooms, you will: Support students to access learning, routines, and assessments in Mandarin and English Provide one-on-one and small group support, as directed by the classroom teacher Assist students to develop social skills, emotional wellbeing, and confidence in the classroom Support transitions between classes and specialist lessons Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment Provide feedback to teachers on student development, wellbeing, and learning needs Assist with day-to-day classroom routines and practical activities This role operates under the direction and supervision of classroom teachers, who retain responsibility for teaching, assessment, and communication with families. This is a permanent position working 8am to 12:30pm Monday to Friday during school term time only. About You You are a collaborative and caring professional who enjoys working with young children and values the importance of language in learning and development. Essential: Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese (Mandarin preferred) Ability to support student learning through language assistance and explanation Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional standards Certificate III in School Based Education Support (or equivalent), or equivalent relevant experience Current First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain) Sound digital literacy (e.g. Microsoft Office) Desirable: Experience in early childhood or primary education settings Experience supporting English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners Experience providing language or cultural support in education A full copy of the Position Description is available here, or please copy and paste this link to your browser - Why join The Hutchins School Be part of a supportive and values-driven school community Work in a role with genuine variety and impact Term-time only structure supporting work-life balance Contribute to a school that values humility, kindness, courage and respect How to apply Please submit your application including a resume and cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the About You criteria above. Applications for this role must be submitted by 5.00pm Wednesday 6 May 2026. For further information please email **************@hutchins.tas.edu.au. If you are passionate about supporting young learners in a bilingual environment, we would love to hear from you. Additional information The Hutchins School is committed to upholding the Child and Youth Safe Standards and the Universal Principle for Aboriginal Cultural Safety. The protection of children and young people who attend our programs and services is our highest priority. All staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of child safety and wellbeing. Appointment is subject to: Registration for Working with Vulnerable People (RWVP) National Police Check Completion of mandatory child safety training The Hutchins School humbly and respectfully acknowledge the Muwinina people of the South East Nation as the original custodians of the unceded kreewer lands on which Hutchins stands. As a school, we commit to walking together with Tasmanian Aboriginal people to pursue healing through Voice, Treaty and Truth-Telling.