Education Assistant - Special Needs

Waggrakine Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Special NeedsEducation Assistants 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 4, 2024. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 school year, up to the end of Term 4, 2024.As a Special NeedsEducation Assistant, you will, under teacher direction, assist with the implementation and delivery of specialised education programs such as occupational therapy, speech therapy, communications skills, protective behaviours, social skills and more. Successful applicants will also assist with implementing individual student or small group interventions and assist teachers in the delivery of planned education programs, including the operation of digital technologies, conducting assessments, or entering data. Additionally, when required, Education Assistants at Waggrakine PS will provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education.Suitable applicants will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. You should be organised and able to use initiative to assist the teacher with the general care and well-being of students and maintenance of the learning environment. It is desirable for applicants to have knowledge of or experience working with students with Special Needs. Applicants must be able to demonstrate sound literacy and numeracy skills, and a willingness to work with ICT to communicate and collaborate.Through an inclusive and engaging curriculum, staff at Waggrakine PS tailor learning to meet the needs of every child. We aim to provide all students with the skills to be a life-long learner. Our students enjoy happy classrooms, creative open spaces, nature playgrounds and a broad, engaging curriculum. As an independent public school, we value community involvement and welcome parents as partners in education, believing that by maximising parent input and communication, we increase opportunities for our students to reach their potential.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 Waggrakine Primary School can be found by visiting or .Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also availableFor further job related information:You are encouraged to contact Michelle Tazewell, Manager Corporate Services, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Waggrakine, by telephoning (08) 9968 1800 or emailingDuring the school holiday period, please contact Michelle Tazewell on 0417 917 824.Application 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 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 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.

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 Monday, 1 July 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.