We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant - Special Needs for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Gosnells Primary School (PS) in an Independent Public School, catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We have an ethos of working together, caring for others, developing positive community involvement, taking pride in our achievements and maximising the educational opportunities for all children.
We foster a school culture based on the understanding that positive behaviours need to be taught and supported. Our clear behaviour expectations 'Be Safe', 'Be Responsible', 'Be Respectful' and 'Be Better' provide a positive learning environment that assists students to achieve improved academic and behaviour outcomes as a result of increased engagement with learning.
Find out more about our school by visiting gosnellsps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants should be committed to our school’s vision; shaping bright futures by empowering lifelong learners. Under limited teacher direction, assist in the delivery of planned education programs, and implement individual student or small group programs They will provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education. As an Education Assistant – Special Needs you will collect resources and administrative documents and manage classroom resources.
Gosnells PS is home to the inaugural Specialist Learning Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); applicants with the ability to understand and work within the structure and guidelines of this unique learning environment will be highly regarded. If you are successful in gaining a position from this pool, you may be required to work across mainstream and/or Specialist Learning Program classes.
Suitable applicants should ideally contribute to the design and implementation of documented plans and provide solutions and support to teachers, which promote positive student behaviour and improved educational outcomes in the classroom. You should be able to work independently as well as collaborate as part of a team, perform tasks which require discretion in problem solving, decision making and choosing methods and processes to achieve outcomes.
Experience in supporting students with a range of learning needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and severe mental health diagnoses, as well as the ability to remain calm in an emergency and be constantly student-focussed, is highly desirable. We are seeking applicants who inspire passion for learning in others and enjoy a real sense of achievement.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Michael Everett, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9234 6350 or emailing Michael.Everett@education.wa.edu.au
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.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- 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; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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 being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- 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.
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.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS900948
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.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 6 August 2024