Division: Independent Public School - Southwest Education RegionSalary: Level 2/3, $32.87 - $37.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2023)Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part TimeWe are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.Collie Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public Secondary School in the heart of the close-knit community of Collie. We aim to provide opportunities for all students to develop skills, knowledge, and resilience through high-quality teaching, to pursue pathways of their choice.At Collie SHS, children are encouraged and guided as individuals so that their own personal excellence can be achieved. They offer a broad and exciting range of educational, sporting, and creative pathways so they can really discover their true potential.We are seeking enthusiastic Special Needs Education Assistants to join our team. Suitable applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery of planned education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will also provide feedback when required on education and therapy programs and may participate in the evaluation process relating to student progress. The ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing of students is required.Suitable applicants will ideally possess strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s values, ethos, and priorities across the school community. You will ideally be compassionate and able to work collaboratively to implement documented plans.Suitable applicants should possess the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, students, and teachers. You should also have a strong knowledge of a range of evidence-based techniques for learning and behaviour and have some experience or knowledge of disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder.Minimum Requirements: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; andconsent 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 InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete 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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA two to three (2-3) page statement 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 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/SS954977The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 21 March 2025
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