44578, several

Closes: 23 February 2026

Classification: School Assistant 3
Salary: $66,968 - $71,670 plus superannuation
Position No: 44578, several
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 09 February 2026
Contact Officer: Liz Lipscombe-Kaley on Liz.Lipscombe-Kaley@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 9132

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Details: Communication Support Assistants (Auslan) - Temporary positions

• Competitive public school pay and conditions, including an attractive salary ranging $65,463 - $70,118
• Work collaboratively with experienced and supportive disability and inclusion educators.
• Enjoy short commutes – all 92 public schools are within a 30-minute drive, giving you more time for what matters.

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Join our growing team of passionate teachers and support staff in ACT public schools. We are offering temporary positions for qualified inclusive and disability learning and communication support assistants.

Communication Support Assistants (Auslan) are vital members of our school community, contributing to student success through their support and collaboration with school leaders and teachers, and play a critical role in ensuring our Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students have equitable access to the curriculum. If you're interested in contributing to our school community through part-time or full-time positions, we encourage you to apply now.

About the ACT Education Directorate:

We deliver public education for children and young people in the ACT. Our mission is to offer excellent, fair and equitable education. We want all students to feel safe, valued and supported to thrive.

We have 92 public schools across the ACT that offer high quality education to more than 50,000 students including early childhood and preschools, primary schools, high schools, colleges and specialist schools. More information can be found on the ACT Education Directorate website.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive pay: Enjoy some of Australia’s best pay and conditions that support school-based staff.
• School holidays off to balance work-life personal and family commitments.
• Targeted training and professional learning opportunities to support your ongoing development.
• Generous superannuation: 12%, increasing to 12.5% from 1 January 2026.

About you:

• Have a passion for working with and assisting young people.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, plus time management skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of learning processes of children requiring support and enrichment.
• Proven experience establishing and fostering relationships with students, staff and parents/carers.
• Committed to supporting the wellbeing and development of students.

Eligibility requirements:

• Hold a Certificate IV Auslan and above OR be able to demonstrate equivalent Auslan proficiency (such as by being a native Auslan user).
• Qualifications such as Diploma of Auslan, Diploma of Interpreting and Certificate III or above in Education Support, School Support Services or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au)
• Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period up to 12 months.

How to apply: Apply via our job portal with:

• A written application (maximum three pages) addressing the selection questions for learning support roles. Refer to the Applicant Pack for details.
• Your curriculum vitae outlining your experience and qualifications
• Evidence of WWVP Registration and any relevant qualifications or, if currently studying, evidence of your enrolment in an accredited education course
• Evidence of Auslan Certificate IV or above
• Contact details of one referee, however two is preferable, from your current or most recent supervisor.

We welcome school assistant applications at select times throughout the year. Please email us at EDUSchoolAssistant@act.gov.au with any questions or to find out about the many opportunities with our ACT public schools.

The ACT Education Directorate is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. For more information on the rewarding careers in education click here.

All offers of employment are made under the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and 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 Working with Vulnerable People Registration. 

Please note that being listed on our fixed-term and casual employment register does not constitute a job vacancy, nor does it guarantee employment.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

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Note

This is a temporary position available immediately for a period up to 12 months.

Career interest categories:

Education, Teaching and Training