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 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Spencer Park Education Support Centre (SPESC), all students show progress and achievement in their learning against their individualised learning plans and programs. We value knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practices for engagement in learning, and behaviour management strategies such as Antecedent, Behaviour and Consequence (ABC). An understanding of how to apply appropriate interventions for management of engagement in learning, working with challenging behaviours and meeting sensory needs is an advantage when working with our students. With an additional underpinning belief that all behaviour is communication, every student has the right to have a voice and to be heard, SPESC makes this possible through the use of various modes of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) such as PODD books and communication devices, Auslan and Key Word Sign.
SPESC's vision of “Partnerships for Success Learning” places a strong focus on providing expertise for students in the areas of ‘Learning’, ‘Inclusion’ and their ‘Wellbeing. We are situated alongside the Spencer Park Primary School and work closely with them at every opportunity providing inclusivity within the students’ social and learning programs.
In supporting students learning to self-regulate emotions and engage in social experiences, SPESC employs Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) expectations and a specialised social thinking program, “We Thinkers”, that supports each student learning to “Be Safe, Be Friendly and to Be Your Best.”
SPESC is one of five support centres in Western Australia to offer a specialised learning program for children in Kindergarten and Pre-primary with Global Developmental Delay (GDD) and Autism (ASD). Through the Early Intervention Program students work mostly one-on-one in an explicit instruction model designed to prepare children for Year 1 at their local mainstream school.
Find out more about our school by visiting https://spencerparkesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Spencer Park Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time within the 2025 school year.
As a Special Needs Education Assistant at SPESC, you will work with teachers to assist in the education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The suitable applicants will support the teacher in the delivery of planned education programs to enable students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional, and physical skills. Competency in the use of a range of technology tools, such as computers and electronic devices is an advantage. Also, when required, the Special Needs Education Assistant will provide feedback on education programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals.
Suitable applicants are expected to possess an attitude of open mindedness and the ability to adapt to changing situations throughout the day and at a moment’s notice. You will ideally be able to work as part of a classroom team, with a group of students, or individually throughout the day.
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 Rebecca Wheatley-Deal, Principal on 08 6821 3050 or emailing rebecca.wheatley@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 (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages, one (1) page double sided, outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- A three (3) page statement (half page per criteria), 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 wellbeing 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/SS927967
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 02 December 2024
