Position Overview
Mater Dei College – EDGEWATER – Full‐time Teacher Assistant in the Learning Support Department (Term 1 2026, ongoing).
Responsibilities
* Assist with the implementation, development, and delivery of teaching programs and lesson plans.
* Provide individualised help to students requiring assistance, particularly those with Autism and ADHD.
* Maintain accurate and up‐to‐date databases relevant to the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).
* Coordinate therapy timetables and schedules by liaising with external therapists, staff, and students to ensure minimal disruption to learning programs.
* Communicate relevant updates regarding changes in student needs to teaching staff and Heads of Year under the guidance of the Head of Learning Support.
* Monitor students during activities outside of the classroom (recess, lunch, sports, camps, excursions) to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
* Support the teacher with the implementation of Individualised Education Plans, Curriculum Adjustment Plans, and Behaviour Management Plans.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated professionalism, adherence to the Catholic ethos and values of the College, strong organisational and time‐management skills, patience, empathy, and flexibility. Experience working with children with Autism and ADHD is highly regarded.
Qualifications Required
* Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWC).
* Hold a current National Police Clearance from the Department of Education.
* Annually complete the online Child Protection Procedures and Mandatory Reporting Training.
* Hold or be working toward an accreditation to work in a Catholic school.
Highly Desirable
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent organisational and time‐management skills.
* Ability to work well independently as well as in a group.
* Flexibility and confidence in different situations, and ability to provide assistance across a variety of tasks.
* Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
EEO Statement
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
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