Education Assistant - Mainstream Branch : Melville Primary SchoolDivision : Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education RegionSalary : Level 1 / 2, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA ****)Work Type : Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part TimeFTE : Location : MelvilleClosing Date : ************ : 30 PM
The Role
As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will ideally have a passion for working with students and have highly developed organisational and interpersonal skills.
You will work across a range of classrooms, supporting teachers under direction to deliver planned education programmes, operate digital technologies, implement individual or small group programmes, provide valuable feedback to support student learning, assist with care and supervision of students in out-of-class activities, on school excursions and help prepare the learning environment by maintaining equipment and resources.
Knowledge of the Letter and Sounds, Talk for Write, Heggerty Phonemic Awareness and Origo Mathematics programs would be highly desirable.
Qualifications & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent; relevant teaching/learning qualification highly desirable.
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Adaptability and initiative, with a commitment to continuous improvement and supporting students' diverse needs.
Experience with classroom support or related roles preferred.
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 and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
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 documents – Provide the following:
A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
A one (1) page statement addressing the following selection criteria, 2 and 3, as outlined in the attached JDF: demonstrated sound interpersonal skills (teamwork) and demonstrated sound organisational skills to support effective educational programmes.
All selection criteria will be assessed throughout the selection process.
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*******
Applications close (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 December ****.
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