Education Assistant - Special Needs

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 20th April 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education RegionLynwood Senior High SchoolEducation Assistant - Special NeedsPool Ref IPS/SS889347Level 2/3, $32.87 - $37.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2023)Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS889347Appointment PoolLynwood Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistants – Special Needs 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 2, 2025. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2025.Suitable applicants will assist in the implementation of specialised education programs whilst working with neurodiverse students, including those with diagnosed disabilities, complex mental health (including trauma) needs and learning difficulties. They will assist teachers in the delivery of planned education programs, including the operation of computers and digital technologies, and implement individual student or small group programs. They will, when required, provide feedback on education and therapy programs, and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of individualised student goals.Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and work collaboratively and independently as required, to improve outcomes for all students. Suitable applicants will work in an environment characterised by consistent, whole school practices, and demonstrate a strong commitment to professional learning, working in teams, and accepting leadership roles and responsibilities.Suitable applicants should be committed to putting students first and assisting teachers to implement instructional skills and strategies that maximise students’ engagement in their learning. They will work in learning area and intervention teams to support the learning of students and to develop positive rapport with students and their parents.At Lynwood SHS, we deeply value the contributions of our Education Assistants and are committed to investing in their professional development. We provide a wide array of opportunities tailored to a diverse range of skill sets, including the delivery of specialised literacy and numeracy programs, Tier 3 complex student interventions and academic enrichment programs. Experience with MacqLit program delivery is highly desirable.Lynwood SHS is an Independent Public School that caters for students in Years 7 to 12. We have a reputation for our outstanding approach to the care of every student, together with a commitment to their academic success across all our programs in the school. With students from sixty different nationalities, the school's diversity and respect for difference is a feature of school life, enabling students to become positive and resilient, confident and enthusiastic about their futures and the contribution they can make to our community.To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
• Ability to assist with 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 Lynwood Senior High School can be found by visiting orAdditional information about Independent Public Schools is also availableFor further job related informationPlease contact Nicola de Lacy, Deputy Principal by telephoning (08) 9354 0600 or emailingDuring the school holidays, please contact Nicola de Lacy, Deputy Principal on 0427 976 911Application 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 (3) 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 three (3) 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:

• obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
• complete the Department’s induction program within 3 months of commencement
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within 6 months of appointment
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.

Education Assistants working with Kindergarten students may be required to have, or be actively working towards, a Certificate lll in Education Support (or approved equivalent) in order to meet the educator-to-student ratio outlined in the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care. Approved equivalent qualifications are published by theThe Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 30 April 2024.APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.