Education Assistant - Mainstream

Halls Head Primary School (PS) is seeking a highly motivated Education Assistant - Mainstream to join their team.As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you would assist in the delivery of planned education programs, under teacher direction.The successful applicant will ideally possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students.You should be organised and be able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation, and maintenance of the learning environment, while working collaboratively in a team environment.The successful candidate should ideally be friendly, proactive, and confident in liaising with staff and families to provide the best support possible for students.We are a proud Independent Public School focused on building connected and positive relationships that share the development of students as individual learners. Catering to Kindergarten to Year 6 students, our school's parents are key contributors to each child's educational success.We seek team players who demonstrate flexibility, collaborating in building a highly effective team culture and are committed to building their professional capacity through continual learning.Halls Head (PS) has strong values and virtues with a focus on the '6 Kinds of Best': Be Kind to Self; Be Kind to Others; Be Kind to the Environment; Be the Learning Kind; Be the Community Kind; and Be the Achieving Kind.This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.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 (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 Halls Head Primary School can be found by visiting or .Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also availableFor further job related information:Please contact Nerida Bulich, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 5846 900 or emailingApplication InstructionsAll 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 three-four(3-4) 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 one (1) 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 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.Eligibility and training requirementsEmployees 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 Friday 17 May 2024.APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.