Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS907091 who were deemed suitable are not required to reapply.
We are 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 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Henley Brook Primary School (PS), our vision is to build a connected school within a connected community; a school where students connect, belong, and thrive. The school is the first school in Henley Brook and opened its doors to students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in January 2024 catering to both Henley Brook and Brabham families. School staff work in close partnership with community members to strive for excellence, where student success and wellbeing sits at the heart of everything we do. Together we work to provide a foundation for every child to feel that sense of connection and belonging and build a school where each of our students will thrive.
At Henley Brook PS, we value the importance of every child having a strong sense of belonging, safety, and connectedness. Every child is valued as an individual in our learning community, through the provision of outstanding pastoral care to support the social and emotional wellbeing of all our students.
Find out more about our school by visiting Henley Brook Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
As a suitable applicant, you will be supporting the teacher in various aspects of educational duties. This includes operating computers during lessons and helping to implement individual or small group educational programs or demonstrations. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and hygienic storage and handling of foodstuffs and food preparation utensils within the classroom environment. You will also be tasked with collecting resources and administrative documents to aid in the smooth functioning of daily activities. Managing classroom resources or storerooms is another key responsibility, which includes maintaining and updating inventory lists, monitoring stock levels, and submitting requisitions to the teacher for approval. Furthermore, part of your role involves supporting students on educational matters, providing guidance and support as needed to help them succeed academically.
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 Elise Koch, Deputy Principal on (08) 6296 8500 or emailing daniel.bergin@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Elise on 0413 788 811.
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.
- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
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 three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.
- Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.
- Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with 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/SS924201
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 21 October 2024
