Suitable Applicants from previous process SS/SS912533 need not reapply.
We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs – Education Assistants (EASN) for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Do you want to be part of building a school culture from the ground together with a growing northern suburbs community? Do you believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed in an inclusive and highly engaging learning environment? Are you a collaborative team player ready to work in a dynamic environment where we are collectively accountable for student success?
Eglinton Beach Primary School (PS) will open its doors to the community of Eglinton at the commencement of 2025. We have a vision to create an inclusive school where every child can succeed. We are seeking to establish a pool of EASN staff who are motivated to support students with a range of abilities to grow and achieve. Eglinton Beach PS will be the first school opening in the suburb of Eglinton, catering for children from Kindergarten to Year Six with an Endorsed Education Support program on site.
The school is located on a large site on Cerulean Drive, backing onto Heath Park. The school will have state-of-the-art facilities with a purpose-built Early Childhood, two double story teaching blocks a dedicated Education Support facility, library and undercover area. Specialist teaching areas for Music/Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Science/STEM will also be included. The already established oval will support an excellent Physical Education program.
Find out more about our school by visiting eglintonbeachps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As a EASN, with teacher direction you will, assist in the delivery of education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. EASN’s support students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional, and physical skills including the operation of computers and digital technologies. Applicants should ideally have a high level of interpersonal skills and work collaboratively with staff members to meet the needs of students.
Suitable applicants will have the opportunity to assist in the implementation of specialised education programs and maintain a supportive, inclusive environment to meet the specific needs of students. Suitable applicants should display a commitment to working collaboratively and building positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community. Applicants should be motivated to assist students to grow through the development of their academic achievement, social and communicative skills, and engage in positive behaviour support. As a suitable applicant you will ideally be able to use a preventative and restorative approach to build positive, trusting relationships with students.
Experience with supporting students with disabilities is highly advantageous, with EASN staff working across the campus, including the Endorsed Education Support Program. Ability to implement Individual Education plans, Behaviour Support Plans, and support students daily living requirements is a key part of this role. Experience in supporting students with a range of high and low-tech Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) is preferred. As a suitable applicant, you should be able to provide feedback on education and therapy programs when required, participating in evaluating the achievement of individual education goals.
Attached to this advert is The Guiding Principals which will lead how we work as a staff, and applicants are encouraged to refer to these when applying for the position.
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 Mae Jorgeson, Associate Principal, on (08) 9562 8291 or emailing mae.jorgeson@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 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: SS/SS932640
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 25 November 2024
