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 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Orelia Primary School (PS) we want children to reach their academic, social, and emotional potential, and to become valuable members of the community. Our mission is to deliver an excellent standard of education that supports children to achieve results equal to, or above state norms. Our innovative programs cater to the needs of each child and their family.
Find out more about our school be visiting www.oreliaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Orelia PS caters to the learning, behavioural and developmental needs of Autistic students and children with, intellectual disabilities, mental health issues, and other learning needs.
All our staff are trained to provide learning for students with a variety of needs and disabilities. Staff implement strategies from Applied Behaviour Analysis and Functional Behaviour Analysis. Every student receives learning that is aimed at a high level of engagement to ensure success.
Throughout the year Orelia PS staff engage in professional learning to ensure we implement best practice in teaching strategies for our students. We have a commitment to developing and implementing whole school, evidence-based practice to effectively deliver high quality teaching and learning aligned to the Department of Education’s Quality Teaching Strategy.
As an Education Assistant - Special Needs you will, under teacher direction, assist in the implementation of specialised education programs. The suitable applicants will ideally have experience working with students with a variety of needs, including students affected by trauma, anxiety, and Autistic students. Suitable applicants should be experienced in supporting the needs of students with self-regulation of behaviour, and social and emotional responses. Experience working with students with challenging behaviours is highly desirable.
The suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with the teacher to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of students. An understanding and regular use of safe work practices will be highly regarded. You should be organised and able to use your initiative to assist the teacher with the general care and wellbeing of students, and maintenance of the learning environment. You will ideally be able to work either under general supervision or autonomously, contribute advice and expertise, collaborating with school community members to support student achievement.
We are seeking applicants who are committed to enhancing students’ learning opportunities using their understanding of differentiation, intervention, and engagement strategies to assist students in accessing the curriculum.
Previous experience in supporting students who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and mental health issues is advantageous. You will ideally possess the ability to assist with students’ general health and well-being.
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 Ashley Sims, Deputy Principal on (08) 6174 1200 or email Ashley.Sims@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 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/SS931337
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday,15 November 2024
