We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistant for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Newborough PS is located in Karrinyup and became an Independent Public School in 2012. The school has had a proud history since it was founded in 1955. Newborough PS caters for approximately 340 children K-6 from the local suburbs of Karrinyup and Doubleview.
Newborough PS is a Positive Behaviour Wellbeing and Support School which promotes the behaviours of Respect, Teamwork, Kindness and Challenge Yourself. The school focusses on student well-being and the deliberate nurturing of a whole school community in it’s Business Plan. A range of programs are in place to support and develop the core values as outlined in the Western Australian Curriculum. Staff and parents have worked hard to develop an ethos that ensures that the school has a caring, supportive and family oriented environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.newboroughps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
To be suitable for this role you will have excellent communication skills and collaborations skills as you will work closely with the teacher to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment. We are seeking applicants who are organised and who will be able to use their initiative to assist with the general care and wellbeing of students and assist with small group activities.
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 Karen Tucknott, Deputy Principal on (08) 9278 0450 or emailing karen.tucknott2@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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
- Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
- Demonstrated 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/SS917840
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 20 September 2024
