We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant - Special Needs 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 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Located in Seville Grove, Perth, Cecil Andrews College is an innovative and inclusive educational institution dedicated to creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Our commitment extends to students from Year 7 to Year 12, focusing on fostering their growth and success. At the heart of our mission is the unwavering dedication of our passionate staff, who are driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students, especially those who may face unique challenges in their educational journey.
Find out more about our school by visiting cecilandrewscollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are actively seeking highly skilled and dedicated Education Assistants who possess a genuine passion for supporting students with special needs. Our team is committed to making a positive impact on students facing various challenges, providing compassionate care, and contributing to the betterment of our community. Embracing a collaborative approach to staff development is integral to enhancing our collective expertise, underscoring the importance of a proactive attitude and a genuine eagerness to learn. The successful candidate should demonstrate flexibility, collaborating seamlessly with all staff to cultivate robust relationships within the school community and ensure optimal outcomes for every student. The core objectives of this position revolve around assisting students in realizing their full potential by fostering academic, physical, and social development.
As an Education Assistant – Special Needs, your role encompasses facilitating the delivery of structured education programs. This involves overseeing small groups of students under the teacher's guidance to nurture young minds and contribute to the overall health and well-being of students. Your work environment is collaborative, providing crucial support to students within the classroom setting. Valuable experience in working with students dealing with Autism spectrum disorder, mental health issues, medical conditions, and behavioural special needs would be highly advantageous. Roles may include:
- Working with individual students, offering tailored support to Special Education Needs (SEN) students. Duties involve aiding in curriculum delivery, supporting social and emotional learning, and fostering engagement within our school community.
- Additionally, responsibilities may extend to facilitating small group sessions, delivering intensive literacy and numeracy support to a group of SEN students. This requires active participation in planning and implementing targeted interventions to address specific learning needs within the group.
- Working to support a Student At Educational Risk (SAER) class, providing assistance in delivering intensive literacy and numeracy support while enhancing engagement in the classroom. Collaboration with the SAER class teacher is integral, ensuring the implementation of targeted interventions and cultivating a supportive learning environment for students facing specific educational challenges.
Ideal candidates will be compassionate, proactive, and adaptable individuals with strong written and oral communication skills, essential for implementing individual or small group-based programs. Ideally with the ability to provide constructive feedback on education and specialised programs, candidates should actively participate in the evaluation process to ensure the achievement of learning outcomes. Effective communication is paramount, especially in providing feedback and, under teacher guidance, collaborating with caregivers or parents on student progress.
Moreover, suitable applicants should not only exhibit respect, kindness, and teamwork consistently but also demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high expectations for all students and embracing whole school approaches. In addition, candidates are expected to contribute to the development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) through consultation and collaboration, embodying the belief that every student possesses the capacity to learn and achieve.
We have a range of services that support our students including a school psychologist and nurse, youth workers, peer support programs and breakfast club are designed to provide support and life skills. This means each child has a safe place to go where they belong and feel nurtured.
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 Zita Wolczyk, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9234 3400 or emailing Zita.Wolczyk@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 four (4) 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: IPS/SS959553
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 28 March 2025
