Classroom Assistant

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs?
Join our supportive and collaborative team at MUSEC to inspire and support primary-aged students to achieve their full potential, while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic setting.
• Appointment Type: Casual
• Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus (North Ryde)

The Role
An excellent opportunity to join a highly collaborative and supportive teaching environment at the Macquarie University Special Education Centre (MUSEC) in the position of Special Education Classroom Assistant. The role is offered as Casual and may include short-term contracted work.
In contributing to the learning and development of primary aged students with special learning needs, you will work closely with the Classroom Teacher, Allied Health workers and the team of Classroom Assistants.
About Us
Macquarie University Special Education Centre (MUSEC) is an Independent School based at Macquarie University providing high quality education to primary students with mild to moderate intellectual disability, autism and language difficulties across Kindergarten to Year 6. MUSEC School offers both academic and life skills programs. We have small classes, personalised education programs and well qualified staff. We are known for our inclusivity, expertise, academic focus and dedication to our students and school community.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, please submit your CV and covering letter that demonstrates how you meet the following essential selection criteria. Please address your application to the principal, Dr Kim Wilson.

Essential Criteria

• An ability to assist in the delivery of learning activities

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills

• Sound technology skills including the use of Interactive Whiteboards and iPads

• An ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students, staff and families

• An ability to work as a member of a team

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in working with students with a range of disabilities;

Role Specific Checks:

• Working with Children Check

• Criminal History Check

Please note that this position is not available for visa sponsorship and the successful applicant must have work rights in Australia.

All statutory checks and references are required prior to confirmation of employment.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

General Enquiries: MUSEC Reception at musec.reception@mq.edu.au  

Application Closing Date: Friday, 13 March 2026 at 11:59 pm (AEDT)

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

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A Place Where You Belong
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework .

Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.