AddressHelena College is a non-religious, independent, co-educational school catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 in the Perth Hills - just 25kms from Perth City.
Across two campuses in Darlington and Glen Forrest, we provide a balanced education, developing the whole child through inquiry-based learning programs in the primary and middle school years, and prepare students for ATAR and general pathways in Years 10 to 12.
Helena College has a Child Protection Program which is made up of rigorous work systems, practices, Policies and procedures designed to maintain a child-safe environment within the College community. The care, safety and welfare of students are embedded in Policies and procedures which ensure a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse.
Working at Helena College means you become part of a collaborative community with a commitment to core values and close working relationships between students, staff and families. We also have a demonstrated commitment to teacher and staff professional development.
Role Description
Status: Permanent Part-time - 3 days per week for 39 Term Weeks (Monday to Wednesday)
Effective date: 15 July 2024 | Term 3 (or sooner if circumstances allow)
The primary function of this role involves coordinating and carrying out a range of responsibilities that assist classroom teachers and Learning Support in meeting the needs of each and every student. This typically encompasses working in collaboration with the Head of Learning Support, classroom teachers, other Education Assistants, students and parents.
Essential Criteria
- Certificate III (Minimum) School Based Education Support
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Must hold (or be in the process of obtaining):
- A current Working with Children Check
- A current Police Certificate
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to work effectively with and be able to collaborate with colleagues
- Excellent interpersonal skills and organisational ability
- Experience with (or willingness to learn) the Apple operating platform
- Willingness and ability to apply the College’s Vision, Mission and Values
Position Applications
Applications should include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria as well as a curriculum vitae of no more than four (4) pages:
- Full name, address and contact details
- Details of academic qualifications or experience
- Career history including past and current roles
- Contact details for three referees
- Any other additional relevant information
The successful applicant will be required to produce original copies of academic qualifications, as well as current Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check. Applications are to be addressed to Helena College Principal, Peter Coombs and emailed to **********@helena.wa.edu.au
Closing date for applications: 4.00pm Friday, 28 June 2024
Helena College reserves the right to appoint a suitable applicant at any time during the recruitment process.
