Department of Education WA – Margaret River WA
6 days ago, from Western Australia Government
Suitable applicants from IPS/SS929603 need not to apply
We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistant for 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.
Located in Margaret River, Rapids Landing Primary School first opened in January 2018. The school caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is committed to developing a culture of ‘High Care and Performance’ by engaging, consulting and working collaboratively with the school community to provide a learning environment that is positive and underpinned by a strong set of values. Our School Vision is 'creating excellence together'.
Our school focuses on challenging, invigorating and extending young minds. Our core purpose is to achieve excellence in all facets of your child's intellectual, physical and social development. We inspire them to be curious, motivated and engaged learners who will successfully adapt in an ever-changing world. We strive to create a school where every child will thrive in an exciting and innovative learning setting where they'll reach their full potential.
The Role
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will under teacher direction, assist in the education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Education assistants will assist teachers in the delivery of planned education programs to assist students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional, and physical skills including the operation of computers and digital technologies. Within this role you would provide feedback when required on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education.
You should have a high level of interpersonal skills and work collaboratively with staff members to meet the needs of students. Applicants will ideally possess the knowledge and experience of working with students with a range of disabilities and learning difficulties and the ability to support student growth, both academically and socially, within the classroom setting.
Flexibility and adaptability are key qualities we seek, as this role may require you to work across various classrooms and with students of varying needs and backgrounds.
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.
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
1. Select Apply for Job
2. Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
* A statement of up to three (3) pages 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.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS929625
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 15 November 2024
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