Education Assistant - Special Needs

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS885051

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024.

North Dandalup Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a dedicated Education Assistant – Special Needs to join their friendly team.

This is an opportunity to work in a small, semi-rural environment with low student numbers and a nationally recognised environment program focused on sustainability.

We are looking for an Education Assistant with a passion for working with students with Special Needs. The priorities and goals of this position are to assist students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, physical and social skills. 

The successful applicant should work collaboratively with other Education Assistants and Teachers and should possess good communication, both verbal and written with the ability to follow instructions but also to work autonomously when required. The successful applicant will ideally ‘nurture excellence naturally’ for all students, including students at educational risk by implementing effective documented plans.

It is highly desirable that the successful applicant has experience in dealing with students with a range of learning needs, in particular Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with dysregulated behaviours. Experience with programs such as Multi-Lit and Spelling Mastery would be highly regarded.

Situated at the base of the Darling Range, approximately 80kms from Perth, you'll find North Dandalup Primary School 1km north of the townsite in a unique natural setting with a population of 150 students spanning Kindergarten to Year 6. Established in 1900, the school preserves and respects its rich history.

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):

• 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 (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.

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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:

• 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.

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

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 28 March 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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