AddressAdvertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS895436
This is a permanent part-time (0.92FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2024
Ashdale Secondary College (SC) is seeking an enthusiastic Special NeedsEducation Assistant to join our dedicated team.
Successful applicants should be innovative team players and should have well developed behaviour management skills. Applicants will ideally be committed to enhancing the learning opportunities for all students. Staff work with students to develop their knowledge, skills, and confidence. Special NeedsEducation Assistants will work under general supervision and guidance and perform under limited direction while also having involved judgement in achieving clearly defined outcomes as determined by the teacher. They will ideally be able to apply techniques, skills and knowledge of relevant principles and practices acquired through previous experience, on the job learning, or relevant qualification.
Ashdale SC caters for students with a number of disabilities and support needs and our staff work across all year levels, programs and with all students. Successful applicants should ideally have experience across a range of Learning Difficulties, Specific Learning Disorders, and disabilities in a secondary school environment, combined with a flexible and friendly approach with good interpersonal skills. Applicants should display a deep commitment to developing positive and productive relationships. The role may assist teachers in advocating for understanding students and be involved in collaborative processes evaluating special education programs. You will work closely with the classroom teacher and under instruction, assist in supporting teachers with general class requirements.
The successful applicant will be considered for a position to support students through the Learning Enrichment Centre or the Specialist Learning Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Applicants will ideally have considerable understanding of ASD. The successful applicant should support Teachers to implement evidence-based practice and pedagogy to meet the needs of students with ASD without a diagnosed intellectual disability in the program, as well as assist Teachers in mainstream classes. In collaboration with Teachers, Education Assistants implement highly personalised learning plans to facilitate access to age-appropriate curriculum. Under limited direction, Education Assistants should apply evidence-based individualised programs that improve academic engagement, organisational skills, social thinking, peer relationships and self-regulation skills.
Ashdale SC is a distinctive, world class, educational community of excellence where all students are motivated to strive to achieve their best and to realise their potential in a values-rich environment. The focus of the college is on student engagement and wellbeing so that they always feel valued. The college measures its effectiveness through the achievement and character of our students and the integral part it plays in the community. A partnership founded on strong relationships between students, teachers, parents, and the community is the enduring platform upon which the college is built.
At Ashdale SC there is a clear focus on high standards of student achievement. Our purpose is to ensure that all students at Ashdale SC leave school well prepared for their future and have opportunities to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to achieve their individual potential and play an active part in civic and economic life.
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):
- Effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with Special Needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
- Ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
- Ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing 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 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 five (5) 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, 28 May 2024.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
