Education Assistant - Mainstream

Company	Department Of EducationSee more
Address	Ardross, WA
Category	Education

Job description

Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/TCH888025

Appointment Pool

Ardross Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant – Mainstream for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2025. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 1, 2025.

As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of planned education programs, including managing small groups of students under the direction of the teacher that should aid in the development of young minds and support the general health and wellbeing of students.

Mainstream Education Assistants also assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment by maintaining equipment, materials, and resources for use in classes, displays and demonstrations, and assist the teacher with the clean and safe storage of items after classes and activities. Suitable applicants would ideally have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group-based programs.

Ardross PS was established in 1961 and offers a comprehensive and well-rounded educational program for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. As a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school, we believe in high expectations on behaviour and engagement. Students and staff strive to embody and promote the ideals of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, and Safety.

At Ardross PS the caring staff, the friendly students, and the supportive community work to continue to provide the very best learning as we motivate, educate, and celebrate together.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

Sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
Sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
Sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
Ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.

Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about Adross Primary School can be found by visiting www.ardrossps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information

Please contact Denise Moore, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9263 13***or emailing *************@education.wa.edu.au

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include

A two (2) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

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

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 4 June 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

ATTACHMENTS: - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
- information - applying for advertised positions in schools jan24.pdf.pdf