Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS798782
This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2023
As the Education Assistant - AUSLAN you will assist the teacher in delivering planned education programs in both individual and small group settings and encouraging a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The successful applicant will be working under limited supervision and may be expected to participate within a team situation, consulting and providing feedback relating to their relevant area. Therefore, strong teamwork skills are highly desirable. The successful applicant will also assist in supervising students and consult and provide feedback regarding students’ progress.
As the successful applicant you should apply techniques, skills and knowledge of relevant principles and practices acquired through previous experience, on the job learning, or a relevant qualification. You will ideally facilitate communication between Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, teachers and other staff members and hearing students and interpret all that is said in and outside the classroom environment.
The Education Assistant – AUSLAN should ideally have experience in assisting with the communicative needs of Deaf or Hard of Hearing students using Australian Sign Language (AUSLAN) or another sign language or sign system relevant to the child’s mode of communication. In addition, assisting students to understand the education programs through teacher directed tutoring e.g., working on difficult vocabulary, clarifying homework directions, and supporting Social Emotional learning.
Alkimos Primary School opened for Years Kindy to Year 6 in February 2016 with 215 students, serving the eastern side of the suburb that extends north to Romeo Road and south to Butler Boulevard. In 2019, our school was selected to host the fantastic Specialised Learning Program - Autism Spectrum Disorder (SLP-ASD), one of sixteen Western Australian public schools to do so.
Our school features 5 teaching blocks, an automated library, a fully enclosed and carpeted assembly area, nature playground areas, traditional playground and a 'loose parts hub'. All classrooms are fully air-conditioned.
Our approaches to teaching and learning are that our staff understand that the quality of their relationships with students is the key. Our teachers are able to adeptly engage families and the Alkimos school community, as crucial to our school's success is the extent to which this sense of belonging and connectedness can be created. Our staff strive to create a highly collaborative learning environment. This is reflected in the many community events we like to hold and invite families to be part of.
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 (selection criteria):
- Well-developed oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with Deaf or Hard of Hearing students, liaise with parents, teachers and community members and where necessary assist teachers in understanding students.
- Well-developed organisational skills, including the ability to contribute to a professional team and deliver an effective education program.
- Knowledge and understanding of issues relevant to deaf or hard of hearing students.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) 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 Alkimos Primary School can be found by visiting alkimosps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job-related information:
Please contact Sara Sparks, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9562 9800 or emailing Sara.Sparks@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.
Your application should include:
- A four (4) page statement addressing the Work-Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
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 AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
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.
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
- hold a Certificate, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma of Auslan Interpreting (Paraprofessional/Professional) and/or NAATI Accreditation or have considerable proven experience as an Interpreter.
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 23 March 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
