Mother Teresa Catholic College - BALDIVIS
School Address: PO Box 4200 Baldivis WA 6171
Position Details
EDUCATION ASSISTANT - SECONDARY SCHOOL
The Principal of the College invites applications from suitably experienced Education Assistants who are able to support students with learning support needs to access the curriculum in mainstream classes at Mother Teresa Catholic College. In assisting teachers in delivering planned education programs, Education Assistants contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Selection Criteria
1. Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.
2. Demonstrated ability to assist teachers in implementing education programs.
3. Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to liaise with students, teachers, parents and support staff on the provision of educational programs.
4. Ability and willingness to form and maintain professional and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, communicating with students, staff and visitors in a positive and professional manner.
5. Be an active team member, promoting and contributing to staff collegiality and unity.
6. Ability to use initiative and work independently, as well as high level of collaboration skills for a team environment.
7. Demonstrate discretion when dealing with confidential and/or sensitive issues.
8. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team.
9. Excellent organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
10. Ability to work within and foster an inclusive school environment, following the College's inclusive philosophy.
11. Excellent information technology skills.
12. To be energetic and flexible.
13. Carry out responsibilities and activities in accordance with College's mission, values and standards of behaviour as set down by the school and as amended from time to time.
Qualifications Required
1. Certificate III or higher in Education Support.
Other Requirements
1. Eligibility to obtain a current National Police History Check and Working with Children Check.
2. Eligibility to work in Australia.
Closing Date for Applications: 28 April 2025 at 4.00pm.
Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, people of all ages and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
Applicants must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.