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Form of workJunior School Student Support Assistant | Permanent part-time, term-time | Commencing 2024
Suitably experienced and qualified applicants are invited to apply for a permanent part-time (40.5 hours per fortnight) Student Support Assistant role in our Junior School.
The opportunity
We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Student Support Assistant to join our dynamic, co-operative team, to provide a vibrant, dynamic and innovative educational program for our students in the Junior School.
About the Role
You will be assisting and participating in learning activities, preparing learning areas and activities, and providing individual assistance to students, particularly those with learning, physical, social, or behavioural difficulties.
Why choose Radford?
As well as supporting and enabling staff to achieve their potential, Radford College offers:
- A vibrant and rewarding place in which to work
- Professional Learning financial support
- Salary Continuance Insurance
- Discounted school fees for eligible employees
- Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to gym facilities and group fitness classes
- Generous Superannuation after qualifying period
- Salary Sacrificing
- Excellent resources and grounds
- Free onsite parking
For further information, please visit the Employment page on our Website.
About you
The successful candidate will a passion for working with children and an active interest in inquiry pedagogy. They will be a confident self-starter who enjoys building relationships with multiple stakeholders both inside and outside of the College. Candidates must:
- Demonstrate a passion for collaborative working as a member of a high-functioning team, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Be energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate a willingness to grow through the sharing of best practice and professional experience
- Commit to the safeguarding and promotion of student welfare
- Be reliable and punctual
- Support Radford’s strategic priorities and goals
- Uphold Radford’s Values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom
- Work as a member of a team to support children’s engagement and success as learners
- Support the acquisition of essential knowledge and skills, development of conceptual understanding, and the development of positive attitudes
Qualifications
- Certificate IV in Education Support or pursuing a qualification in the education industry
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
Personal Skills and Attributes
- Passion for working with children
- Active interest in inquiry pedagogy
- Excellent communication skills
How to Apply
Details about this position and how to apply can be found on the Employment section on the College Website http://www.radford.act.edu.au/employment/. If you have further enquiries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at ***********@radford.act.edu.au.
Applications close at midnight, Wednesday 17 January 2024 and should be addressed to:
The Interim Principal, Andy Gordon
email: ***********@radford.act.edu.au
Applicants will be subject to employment screening and will be required to provide a current ACT Working with Vulnerable People card prior to commencing employment.
