Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS467108
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2017 with possible extension and/or permanency
Do you possess excellent communication skills and are you ready to take on new challenges?
Secret Harbour Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Education Assistant – Special Needs to join their friendly team.
The successful applicant will, under teacher direction, assist in the implementation of complex specialised education programs for a child undergoing intensive medical treatment for life-threatening illness. The successful applicant will implement interventions to assist the student with intensive safety and hygiene regimes, support occupational therapy and tutoring programs, closely monitor health status and maintain high levels of rapport and communication with the family, teacher and other education / health professionals. The successful applicant will assist the teacher in the delivery of planned education programs, including the operation of computers and digital technologies, and implement individual student or small group programs or demonstrations, including supporting the student during recess and lunch breaks in a protected location. (Breaks will be allocated at alternative times.) They will, when required, provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals for the student’s specialised educational program. They will assist in adapting the learning environment, including intense preparation of sterile work spaces, toileting support and additional assistance in adapting specialist classes, excursions and events to more safely meet the needs of the student.
Secret Harbour PS is on the WA coast, less than an hour’s drive from Perth’s CBD and is situated between the cities of Rockingham and Mandurah. It attracts families from all over the world and Australia. The open spaces, bushland, parks and lakes, combined with a strong sense of community spirit make Secret Harbour an ideal place for families. Secret Harbour PS opened in 1997 and has since had significant growth in student enrolment. The purpose of Secret Harbour PS is to develop the whole child by providing quality learning experiences in order that every student may become a positive contributing member of our society.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- 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 programs, and to assist teacher in understanding students where necessary.
- Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.
- Good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.
- Ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Ability to assist with general health and well-being of students.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Secret Harbour Primary School can be found by visiting www.secretharbourps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Samantha Letch, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9524 8100 or emailing Samantha.Letch@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
Education Assistants working with Kindergarten Students are required to have, or be actively working towards, a Certificate III in Education Support (or equivalent), consistent with the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care, as determined by the Principal.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 13 December 2016
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.