Special Needs Student Transport Assistant

As an Assisted School Support Officer (ATSO) you will provide support to students who have high level behaviour support needs or heath care medical needs.

An ATSO's role includes assisting schools and contractors/drivers in;

• Providing additional supervision for students when accessing and traveling to and from school.
• Liaising with school principals in regards to specific student requirement and behaviour management plans
• Supporting students with assistive equipment

Applicants must have;

• Good communication skills
• Ability to provide supervision to students with Special Needs
• Ability to participate in ongoing training
• Ability to work collaboratively
• A current working with children check (Employment)
• A positive attitude towards life, family and friends
• Be astute to risk management and safety

This position would suit someone who:

• Wants to work 2 to 4 hours per day
• Has the availability to work split shifts
• Enjoys working with children
• Retired, community-minded and/or ex-health professional who wants to make a difference to the lives of Special Needs children by contributing to our community
• Has an attitude of gratitude and appreciation
• Loves to be of service to children or people in need

Please send your application directly through seek and make sure to include;

a. Cover letter
b. CV/Resume*
c. a copy of your working with children check

*Any associated experience or background in child or disability care is highly advantageous and will be considered favourably.