Suitable applicants from process SS/SS889309 need not apply.
Holland Street School is seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Without a doubt, a unique and positive place to work!
There is something so truly special about working at our school, and it is all thanks to a supportive working environment, the positive collegial attitude shared by all staff and most of all, the amazing students we get to see thriving in an enriched environment that is centred on meeting their individual needs. Holland Street School has assisted me in finding my true vocation in life, and I cannot express the gratitude I have for being able to do what I love each day.
- Miss Misty, HSS SNEA
The support in place at Holland Street School for both staff and students are not something I have ever experienced in my past 44 years of employment. The past 3 years working with the HSS family has given my life purposeful meaning and balance.
- Mr Dave, HSS SNEA
Holland Street School is a standout public school in the Midwest Region providing quality learning experiences for students with intellectual disabilities; physical disabilities; sensory impairments; challenging behaviours; and autism spectrum disorders. We are situated in the heart of Geraldton City and draw our 73 students from the town and surrounding communities.
As a K-12 Education Support School, we specialise in the delivery of educational programs for students with complex educational needs in a supportive and caring environment. With 73 fulltime enrolments, our students are aged between 4 and 18 years old. We are committed to providing a stimulating, inclusive and safe learning environment, which aims to prepare students for a fulfilling future. With small class sizes and a high staff to student ratio, our students enjoy a great degree of individual tuition, support and care.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.hollandstreetschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery of planned education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. You will also provide feedback when required on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to student progress. The ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing of students, as well as the ability and willingness to engage with children with challenging behaviours, is highly desirable.
As an Education Assistant you will, under limited supervision and guidance from the Learning Support Team, perform tasks that require discretion and judgement to assist students in achieving their full potential. We strive for an inclusive school environment that caters for students with a diverse range of support needs both academically and socially.
Education Assistants are timetabled to support students and classes across a wide range of curriculum areas and departments within the school. Suitable applicants should ideally possess a high level of interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with teachers to scaffold the curriculum and provide feedback on Teaching & Learning Adjustments. It is important that applicants have a positive attitude and the ability to anticipate and adapt to change, showing initiative and flexibility to produce the best opportunities for students.
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 Andrea Reynolds, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9923 6950 or emailing Andrea.Reynolds2@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Andrea Reynolds on 0459 870 116.
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated 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.
- Demonstrated ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation ofeducation programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.
Please note: For applicants deemed suitable, all selection criteria listed in the JDF will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
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: SS/SS918283
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Monday, 14 October 2024
