Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS811035
This is a permanent part-time (0.5FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2023
Wickepin Primary School (PS) is seeking an efficient and caring Education Assistant - Mainstream to join their friendly team.
As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will be required to assist in the delivery of planned education programs. In this role you will ideally be able to collaborate and work in a team environment, possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as display the ability to support the general health and well-being of students.
The successful applicant will ideally be organised and be able to use their initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment. You will also assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment by maintaining equipment, materials, and resources for use in classes. The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as possess high level written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group-based programs.
Since its foundation more than 100 years ago, Wickepin PS has provided students in the town of Wickepin and the surrounding farming community with a sound base to their education. The school continues to provide students with outstanding learning opportunities within the rich traditions and cultural history of the school. Our staff work together to offer an education that meets the needs of individual students and provides the foundation for each student's future education.
Wickepin PS provides Educational Specialist teachers that respond to the current needs of students. Students are offered support in the Literacy learning area to maintain a focus on the priorities of the school. Our committed staff work collaboratively to ensure that the individual needs of the students are met. Staffing is reviewed on an annual basis after data is analysed to ensure that our students receive access to high quality teachers in the learning areas that will support their needs.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
- Sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
- Sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
- Ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Wickepin Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Jill Norwell, Manager Corporate Service, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Wickepin by telephoning (08) 9888 2300 or emailing Jill.Norwell@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to three (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- Complete the Department’s induction program within 3 months of commencement
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within 6 months of appointment
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
Education Assistants working with Kindergarten students may be required to have, or be actively working towards, a Certificate lll in Education Support (or approved equivalent) in order to meet the educator-to-student ratio outlined in the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care.
Approved equivalent qualifications are published by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 28 March 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
