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 and 2026 school years. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
West Leederville Primary School (PS) is a unique school, located 3 kilometres from the city of Perth and caters for over 580 students. It has a strong sense of community, and values collaborative partnerships in the delivery of education. Students, staff, and parents work together to support, enhance, and develop a positive school environment. West Leederville enjoys a particularly strong parent and community involvement through the Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) and the School Board.
Find out more about our school by visiting West Leederville Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants will have the opportunity to work in an environment committed to self-reflection and continuous self-improvement; work in teams to further learning of students and staff; develop relationships with students and their parents; and support high expectations for all students. Suitable applicants should be committed to putting students first in their decision-making and undertaking the hard work that is inherent in delivering a motivating and quality educational program for children with additional needs in a mainstream classroom.
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will ideally be able to display excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the Learning Support Team, Teachers, and other personnel to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. Suitable applicants should be organised, flexible, and able to use their initiative to problem solve and assist in the implementation of Individual Education programs. Previous experience working with children with a range of special needs or in an education support setting will be seen as favourable.
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 Janelle Cosentino, Manager Corporate Services on 9381 1655 or janelle.cosentino@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) 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/SS932729
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 20 November 2024
