Department of Education - Education Assistant

PLEASE BE AWARE THERE HAS BEEN AN AMENDMENT THE PARAGRAPH BELOW HAS BEEN ADDED ON 30 JULY 2024 AT 8.30AM

Suitable applicants from Advertised process SS/SS896514 do not need to reapply

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 2024 school. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

East Victoria Park Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking dynamic and motivated Special Needs Education Assistants to join their welcoming team.

At East Victoria Park ESC our vision is all staff, parents/carers and external stakeholders working together to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all students to learn and develop to their optimum potential. We provide each child with opportunities, through individual education programs and small group teaching, to maximise the development of physical well-being, self-regulation, communication, life skills and independence.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.eastvictoriaparkesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

The successful applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery and assessment of planned education programs, and ideally in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will work under general supervision or autonomously and contribute advice and expertise, collaborating with school community members to support student achievement.

You should be committed to enhancing students’ learning opportunities through ongoing reflective classroom practice as well as plan and engage in professional learning opportunities which includes collaboration with colleagues. You should also contribute to and maintain a team environment.

Our school caters for approximately 46 children from Kindergarten to Year 6 with cognitive, intellectual and/or physical disabilities. Applicants who have experience in working with students with special needs in a primary Education Support setting, as well as experience in working with children with Autism, Intellectual Disability, Physical Disability and complex behavioural needs will be highly regarded.

Familiarity in effectively using Augmentative Alternative Communication to support learning, Positive Behaviour Support and Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related Handicapped Children (TEACCH) and Zones of Regulation Program 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 Alyson Mollica, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 6228 0750 or emailing Alyson.mollica@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 three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

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.
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.
ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
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: SS/SS904309

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 August 2024