Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch : Kondinin Primary School Division : Independent Public School - Wheatbelt Education Region Salary : Level 2 / 3, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA ****) Work Type : Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time FTE : Location : Kondinin Closing Date : 4 : 30 PM
We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the **** school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Kondinin Primary School (PS) is a small, inspiring and community-minded school with a diverse student population, and our school services the families that live within the town and on surrounding farms. At Kondinin PS, we focus on using our strengths to drive student learning. As a school and community, our strengths centre on our small and very tightly knit community – where everyone looks out for each other, which is underpinned by strong diversity.
The Role
Suitable applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery of planned education programmes and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. They will provide feedback on education and therapy programmes, participate in the evaluation of student progress, and support the general health and wellbeing of students. The role requires engaging with children exhibiting challenging behaviours.
Applicants should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, collaborate well with teachers to create and maintain supportive education programmes, and utilise evidence-based techniques for learning and behaviour. Experience or knowledge of disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder is desirable. Applicants must be able to work under general supervision, provide advice and expertise, and collaborate with the school community to support student achievement.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start.
Consent to obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
A three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF.
Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents, and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programmes, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programmes, including special education and therapy programmes where these have been implemented.
Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programmes to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.
Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing education programmes, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programmes.
Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
Demonstrated ability to assist with general health and well-being of students.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close (AWST) on Tuesday, 2 December ****.
Attachments
Job Description Form (JDF)
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