Primary Learning Support Officer

About the Role:
Are you studying to be a Primary teacher or an experienced Primary Learning Support Officer, looking for a truly unique working experience? A wonderful opportunity awaits an experienced and dedicated Education Support person to work in an excellent and truly global Independent School in Melton, situated in Melbourne's West. Commencing this term, the contract extends until the year's end, with potential for extension into the new year. This role involves supporting students within middle Primary in one-on-one instruction, small group work and general classroom assistance.

The school, renowned globally with 125 campuses worldwide and a student body of over 9000, prides itself on its innovative approach to education. The Melton Campus, the largest in Victoria, serves local students as well as those from nearby regions such as Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Sunbury, and Werribee. With dedicated learning spaces for both middle Primary and Secondary education, the campus currently accommodates 225 students onsite.

Key duties:

• Providing support to teachers by assisting with classroom management, lesson preparation, and instructional activities.
• Work with small groups of students, providing one-on-one assistance, or helping to implement differentiated instruction strategies in Literacy and Numeracy on a needs-by-needs basis.
• Monitor students during lunch breaks, recess, and other non-instructional times to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Provide additional support to students who may require special accommodations or interventions due to learning disabilities, behavioural challenges, or other needs.
• Assist with the administration of assessments and tracking student progress to identify areas where additional support may be needed.
• Encourage positive behaviour and student engagement through praise, encouragement, and reinforcement of desired behaviours.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other support staff to develop and implement strategies for meeting the diverse needs of students in a challenging school environment.

Skills & Experience:

• Must have at least 2 years experience working within a Primary setting preferably on a contract basis
• We welcome applications from student teachers towards the end of their Education/Teaching degrees
• Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Completed relevant Qualifications in Education Support- minimum certificate III or IV or currently enrolled in Tertiary Study
• Demonstrate previous experience with working with small groups of Primary students
• Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years

Offering:

• Full-time role commencing Term 2, 2024
• Salary based on proven experience ($50k-$65k)
• Working with students on a needs basis in grades 3-4
• Small classes of less than 15 students
• Very competitive remuneration and employment benefits
• All training to best assist students provided
• Great work-life balance - no after school or weekend sport/cultural activities
• Small school communities and class sizes with larger organisational resources
• High academic performance culture with exceptional student outcomes and student behaviour

The School:

• Pioneering technology, in technology-empowered learning spaces.
• A commitment to providing a safe and caring working and learning environment with a strong focus on wellbeing.
• State-of-the-art facilities
• Approachable management team and smaller team structures
• Well respected school with a truly global focus
• Collaborative planning model with professional development opportunities

The Benefits:

• Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
• Relevant and real information about roles
• No joining fees/other fees
• Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
• Interview tips and preparation provided
• Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis

Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation for providing high-calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia Schueren on the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0***

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.