Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS552813
This is a three (3) month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2018 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?
Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre (CHS ESC) are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Education Assistants – Special Needs to join their friendly team.
The successful applicant will assist with the design and implementation of specialised education programs and behaviour management plans in consultation with teachers, parents and relevant professionals. They will also, when required, provide feedback on the education system, relevant school procedures and policies, education programs and behaviour management plans to families and the community. Education Assistants are expected to stay up to date with current strategies, research and tools that will assist them to do their job at the highest standard.
A strong knowledge of issues and strategies pertaining to Trauma Informed Practice, mental health, Autism and intellectual disability is highly desired. Training in Team Teach and an ability to provide appropriate positive handling of students is greatly valued. In addition, an understanding of ASDAN and an ability to support students in offsite programs (E.g. Workplace Learning) is highly regarded. Applicants should give examples demonstrating their flexibility, successes and challenges in working alongside students with special needs as well as a variety of educational stakeholders including students, parents, teachers, other support staff, administrators and community employers/agencies.
Warnbro CHS ESC is an independent Public School for students with intellectual disabilities, collocated with Warnbro CHS. Our unique and highly innovative programs support our students to build pathways into their community. Our students are sure of who they are, and take pride in their qualifications and achievements. Our students confidently work towards their goals and create a future for themselves as hard working contributors to, and participants in, their community.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for 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:
- Effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
- Ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
- Ability to assist with the 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 Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre can be found by visiting Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information
Please contact Hannah Stoneham, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9553 0122 or emailing Hannah.Stoneham@education.wa.edu.au during school holidays phone Hannah Stoneham on 0408 900 044.
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; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
Education Assistants working with Kindergarten Students may be required to have, or be actively working towards, a Certificate lll in Education Support (or approved equivalent) in order to meet the educator-to-student ratio outlined in the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care.
Approved equivalent qualifications are published by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority.
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 Accountable 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 Monday, 8 October 2018
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.