Suitable applicants from the advertised process IPS/SS900787 do not need to re-apply
We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistants - Special Needs 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 2, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Brabham Primary School (PS) is committed to providing a quality education where every child can achieve success. Our vision of ‘Success for all within a culture of excellence and inclusion’ drives our dedication to equipping students with the tools and skills they need to become lifelong learners.
Our school adopts a whole school approach to supporting our at-risk students. Embracing opportunities for Professional Learning and engaging in a robust Performance and Development culture ensures that our non-teaching staff gain access to the latest best practices and receive support for their continuous professional development. Our Education Assistants are supported by a Lead Special Needs Assistant who woks alongside staff to build capacity.
We foster a culturally responsive educational community, a fundamental quality we seek in all staff members. Our families play a vital role as valued partners in education, making effective communication and collaboration with them essential skills at Brabham PS.
At Brabham PS, we have an innovative and engaged team of teachers and support staff who focus on meeting each student’s needs with a focus on progress and achievement. Working with our students, parents, teachers, and local community we have established extremely high targets for the delivery of educational programs, behaviour management and social and emotional wellbeing.
Find out more about our school by visiting brabhamps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking dedicated Education Assistants to join our team and support teaching staff in delivering planned education programs. Suitable applicants will play a crucial role in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. You'll also be responsible for offering feedback on education and therapy programs as needed and taking part in the assessment of student progress. Additionally, a willingness and capability to support students' overall health and wellbeing, along with the readiness to engage with children exhibiting challenging behaviours, are highly valued attributes.
Suitable applicants will ideally possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s values, ethos and whole school approaches. Knowledge of Zones of Regulation, as well as Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Programs will be an advantage.
Teamwork skills, including strong collaboration and cooperation form the foundation of our collective efforts, making these qualities essential for prospective candidates. We actively seek team players with a growth mindset to join us. Looking ahead, we anticipate the establishment of an Education Support Unit to serve students with high physical needs and/or intellectual disabilities. Candidates who are open to working across both contexts are highly desirable.
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 Penny McLean, Deputy Principal, by telephoning 0447 082 889 or emailing Penelope.Mclean@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 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 effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- 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 of education 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 effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists
- 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/SS931972
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 14 November 2024.
