We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant – Mainstream for permanent and fixed term, 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.
Welcome to Falcon Primary School, a vibrant and inclusive learning community nestled near the stunning Avalon Beach, catering to approximately 550 students. With a proud reputation as a family-friendly and supportive environment, Falcon fosters strong connections between staff, students, and families. Our school is guided by a Positive Behaviour framework, promoting values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, and Safety. We are dedicated to continuous improvement, offering evidence-based programs such as Letters and Sounds for synthetic phonics, Talk for Writing, and targeted interventions to support all learners.
Falcon boasts a highly committed team, delivering a broad curriculum that includes specialist areas like Science, Japanese, and the Arts, enriched by extracurricular offerings such as choir, drama, and interschool sports. Our modern facilities, extensive recreational spaces, and state-of-the-art classrooms create an engaging learning environment, complemented by exceptional pastoral care programs and partnerships with the wider community. Join us in our mission to inspire and nurture every student to reach their full potential!
Find out more about our school by visiting www.falconps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will assist in the delivery of planned education programs. The flexibility to work in an intervention role and/or classroom support role is required for this position. In this role you will collaborate and work in a team environment. Education Assistants will ideally possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. You will ideally be organised and be able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.
Working under teacher direction in a diverse role, you would also provide support to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant with the health and safety of students being a high priority. Managing student behaviour in accordance with school policies and programs is an important aspect of this role. An ability to work in a range of settings from Kindergarten to Year 6 and work as part of a friendly, supportive and highly collaborative team is 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 Jacquie Abbiss, Principal on 08 9584 7100 or Jacquie.Abbiss@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 two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
- Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
- 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/SS937213
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 December 2024
