Activity Centre Guides (Junior School)

• Casual position, term-time only
• Afternoon hours - Monday to Thursday
• Applications close: 9.00am Thursday 13 August 2026
• Commencement date: Term 1, 2027

About the School

The Illawarra Grammar School is an independent co-educational P-12 Anglican Grammar School. We are part of a vibrant, diverse and engaged community, providing our students with a holistic education where they are empowered to achieve their best. You will be supported in your role by a highly experienced team of teaching and support staff, with access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

Staff at TIGS are expected to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to both education and the Christian faith, embodying the values upon which our School was founded.

The School is earning a reputation for achieving excellent educational outcomes for its students. This is a reputation that our learning community is determined to enhance.

The TIGS Statement of Mission and Values captures the School’s fundamental commitment to quality teaching and learning that:

• has rigorous student learning as its core business
• is built around the pursuit of academic excellence, and
• cultivates an aspirational ethos that pursues the achievement of outstanding learning outcomes.

The School’s Mission Statement reads: “The achievement of academic excellence in a caring environment that is founded on Christian belief and behaviour, so that students are equipped to act with wisdom, compassion and justice as faithful stewards of our world.”

A demonstrated commitment to, and support of, the School’s Mission and Values Statement are essential.

About the role

We are seeking several Activity Centre Guides to support the delivery of engaging and high-quality after-school programs within the Illawarra Grammar Junior School Activity Centre. The role focuses on fostering student curiosity, skill development, and enjoyment, while providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. The Activity Centre Guides encourage students to explore new interests, build confidence, and develop their individual strengths.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, structured after-school activities one or two afternoons a week (Arts and Craft, Chess, Brain Quizzes, Board Games, Fitness Activities and Soccer)
• Support students in developing new skills across their specific activity
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment for all students
• Supervise students effectively, always ensuring their safety and wellbeing
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students
• Assist in the organisation and set-up of activity spaces and resources
• Support smooth transitions between school and activities
• Support students on carline at the end of the activity
• Liaise with the Director of Campus and the Activity Centre Coordinator

This position is casual, with the work primarily occurring in the afternoon from Monday to Thursday, during term time only. The exact hours will be discussed with the successful applicant.

If you have any questions about this position, please email: work@tigs.nsw.edu.au

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Make an application

Complete your application below.

• Your resume should include 3 referees. Two referees should be known to you professionally, and it is preferred that one be a Minister of Religion.
• Your one-page cover letter should explain why you are suitable for this role and how your values align with the mission and values of the School.

The Illawarra Grammar School maintains a zero tolerance policy towards child abuse and is dedicated to ensuring a child-safe environment, where children and young people are not only protected but also feel secure, in line with the School’s Child Protection Policy.