This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension
Bletchley Park Primary School (PS) is a large level 6 school with approximately 700 students. We frequently out perform like Schools in National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN). We have approximately 90 dedicated and caring staff who work in unison to meet students academic, social and emotional needs.
Bletchley Park PS has a strong focus on creating a positive culture and providing quality teaching and learning programs. Staff challenge and inspire students to meet their individual potential. We forge strong parental partnerships which enables students to achieve their personal best.
As a nurturing school community where we ‘Be, Think, Grow’ which reflects the aspirations and the core beliefs of our school and community.
Our vision is the driving force behind all decisions, policies and processes and is reflected in all aspects of the daily management and operations of the school.
We are a blend of cultures and we celebrate diversity, achievement, excellence, innovation and imagination.
Find out more about our school by visiting bletchleyparkps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The role of the Education Assistant - Lead (EAL) is a position supporting the Manager Corporate Services and Deputy Principal in leading and managing the Education Assistant workforce at Bletchley Park PS. As a member of the leadership team, the EAL will work under limited guidance and will be an important voice in strategic planning and catering for our students’ needs. The role will involve offering advice and expertise in their relevant area, coaching and modelling good practice for other Education Assistants as well as conducting performance development processes for Education Assistants. For this reason, the successful applicant should operate collaboratively and be able to build and maintain effective team-based relationships.
This role will include the delivery of planned educational programs and the collection and reporting of data at a whole school level. The successful applicant will ideally be highly professional, organised and display excellent communication skills, drawing on these attributes when working with staff and the school community. The EAL will need to be able to perform tasks which require discretion in problem solving, decision making and choosing methods and processes to achieve outcomes. It is highly desirable that the successful applicant has strong interpersonal skills and experience in the coordination and implementation of intervention programs that support improved educational outcomes 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 Emma Steel, Deputy Principal, by telephoning (08) 9234 6400 or emailing Emma.Steel@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) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the delivery of education programs and/or behaviour management plans; and ability to identify problems and assist teachers and other Education Assistants in the development of strategies and solutions
- demonstrated well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, mentor, coach, induct and train other Education Assistants and professional teams, including providing advice and evaluating education programs
- demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to coordinate, collect and present student data at a whole school community level in a meaningful way
- demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate staff rosters and relief to assist in the delivery of effective education programs
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/SS928211
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 15 November 2024
