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Closes: 18 May 2026 Classification: Learning Support Assistants Position No: Koori Preschool Assistants Directorate: Education Advertised (Gazettal date): 07 May 2026 ***************@act.gov.au Permanent and temporary Learning Support Assistants Koori Preschool Assistants APPLY HERE Join our team of Koori Preschool Assistants and help make a positive difference for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families in ACT Koori preschools. Koori Preschools offer a free, playbased early childhood education program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children aged from birth to five years. The program supports childrens early learning, wellbeing, cultural identity and helps them build connections to culture and community. Koori Preschools operating within selected ACT public schools. As a Koori Preschool Assistant, you will work closely with educators and school communities to support childrens learning and include cultural knowledge in everyday preschool activities. This is a flexible, schoolhours role based across the following ACT public Koori preschools: Kingsford Smith School Narrabundah Early Childhood School Ngunnawal Primary School Richardson Primary School Wanniassa School If you are passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and creating culturally safe learning spaces, we encourage you to apply. What we can offer you: Competitive pay and conditions that supports school-based staff. Generous superannuation:12.5%. Supportive environment: Access to training and professional learning opportunities. Why join us? Flexible work options: Opportunities across a range of Koori preschool settings and other school settings. Schoolfriendly hours: Work during school hours with school holidays off. About the ACT Education Directorate: We deliver high-quality public education for children and young people across the ACT. Our mission is to provide excellent, fair and equitable learning opportunities where every student feels safe, valued and supported to thrive. ACT public schools educate more than 50,000 students across 93 schools including early childhood schools, preschools, primary schools, high schools, colleges and specialist school settings. Through ourStrong Foundations program, we are delivering a consistent evidence-based approach to learning across ACT public schools. More information can be found on theACT Education Directorate website. About the role: As a Koori Preschool Assistant working in one of our Koori preschools, you will: Support in the planning, development and implementation of educational programs under the director of the teacher. Promote understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and perspectives within the preschool and broader school community. Support behaviour, social skills development, and approved learning or specialist programs in collaboration with teachers and support services Contribute to team planning, resource preparation and general administrative support to meet educational and operational needs Build positive relationships with students, families and community to support engagement in student learning, including involvement in educational decisions and transition processes. Support student wellbeing, including physical, emotional and personal hygiene care for students where required. Assist in maintaining safe, inclusive and culturally respectful learning spaces. What were looking for: Relevant qualifications such as Certificate III in Education Support (or working towards one). Strong communication and interpersonal skillsand the ability to work effectively in a team environment. A caring, studentcentred approach, with a genuine interest in supporting children and young people in their learning. Effective teamwork and reliability, with good organisational and timemanagement skills. An approachable personality and a professional attitude in a school environment. Eligibility requirements: This is an Identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples A Certificate III in Education Support (or working towards one). A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration (or eligibility to apply) Australian citizenship, permanent residency or a valid working visa. How to apply: Apply via our job portal with: A written application (maximum 3 pages) addressing the selection questions for learning support roles. Refer to the Applicant Pack for details. Your resume/CV detailing your experience and qualifications. A certified copy of your ACT WWVP registration (or proof of recent application) A copy of your Certificate III in Education Support or evidence of your enrolment in the course. Contact details of 1 referee (2 preferred), including one from your current or most recent supervisor. We welcome applications for school assistant roles at select times throughout the year. Please email us at***************@act.gov.au or to find out about the many opportunities with ourACT public schools. The ACT Public Service is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply. All offers of employment are made under thePublic Sector Management Act 1994and are made on the basis that you satisfy all relevant pre-employment checks. All new ACTPS employees must complete pre-employment checks before starting employment and hold a valid WWVP Registration. Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service. #LI-DNI Career interest categories: Education, Teaching and Training