Join a dedicated and dynamic team and help make a difference to the community!

North East Metropolitan Language Development Centre (NEMLDC) is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated and enthusiastic Education Assistants – Special Needs for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and 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.

NEMLDC is a specialist school for children who have Developmental Language Disorder (DLD).  We provide specialist speech, language, and academic intervention for children from Kindergarten to Year 2. Staff members work in a collaborative team that includes teachers, speech pathologists, occupational therapist, school psychologist, education assistants and the administration staff. Dedicated staff at NEMLDC focus on developing strong oral language skills to support literacy.  Professional learning in the priority language areas is provided for new staff through our induction program and there is ongoing professional learning for all staff.

NEMLDC has over 300 students enrolled across three campuses which are co-located with West Morley, Beechboro, and North Balga Primary Schools. Education Assistants may be placed at any campus and may change campus locations according to the needs of the school. Staff are student focused, with high expectations, and value building of strong working relationships with our community.

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

The Role

Suitable applicants will ideally provide support and advice to schools and teachers on managing programs for students at risk, under the supervision of the Psychologist in Charge or a relevant professional. They will design and implement behaviour management plans in consultation with teachers, parents, and the Psychologist in Charge, ensuring these plans align with overall educational outcomes by maintaining detailed records of their implementation.

Additionally, suitable applicants will assist students in acquiring self-management skills, such as life skills, and consult with parents and caregivers independently of teachers, though still under the supervision of the Psychologist in Charge. They will also be capable of providing appropriate physical restraint and removal of students when necessary. Furthermore, they will inform parents about the education system, school procedures, and relevant school policies.

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 Shelley Collins, Principal on (08) 9218 1600 or Shelley.Collins@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 four (4) 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.
  • d 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: IPS/SS911084

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

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