Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS757525
Appointment Pool
East Butler Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2022 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2023. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2022 school year, up to the end of Term 3, 2023.
As an Education Assistant – Mainstream, you will assist the teacher with the implementation and delivery of planned educational programs. You will also assist with implementing individual student or small group programs. The suitable applicant should ideally possess initiative and the ability to take small groups of children for explicit instruction to scaffold or extend their learning. You will need to be organised and able to use your initiative to assist the teacher with the general care and well-being of students and maintenance of the learning environment.
This position also offers the possibility of a job share arrangement for two suitable applicants who are prepared to work collaboratively.
East Butler PS is a Level 5 primary school in the North Metropolitan Education Region. Since its opening in 2007, the school has provided a quality education to the children of families residing in the eastern area of Butler. East Butler became an Independent Public School in 2012.
Our school has developed an inclusive, diverse and exciting range of programs. Our focus on literacy and numeracy is strong, while specialists for Physical Education, Visual Arts, Science and History and Social Sciences ensure a wide variety of learning opportunities for students. Excellent programs such as Friendly Schools and Families Plus, Protective Behaviours and Values Education maintain a high level of behaviour and social support for our students. The library is an engaging, well-resourced environment that the students enjoy visiting to exchange books and listen to stories whilst supporting the class learning programs
Our staff have a range of expertise and have been primarily locally selected in line with the vision and educational needs of the school. Curriculum delivery is aligned with current Department of Education initiatives and supported by significant resources and Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure. Our positive and challenging teaching programs allow all students to develop the necessary skills to become confident and independent learners. These programs are all supported by a whole school approach to Behaviour Management ensuring consistency from K-6.
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 East Butler Primary School can be found by visiting eastbutlerps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online. Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Suzanne Goulding, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9561 7777 or emailing suzanne.goulding@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Suzanne Goulding on 0407 708 711.
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 two - three (2-3) 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 (3) 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 three 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 six months of appointment.
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 18 July 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.