Therapy Assistant

Wayi School is a new Government P-12 specialist school providing educational programs for students with disability and high needs who have mild to profound intellectual disability.

 Wayi School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our community. Our school recognises the importance of the partnership between our school, and parents and carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to and a responsibility for, creating an inclusive and safe school environment for our students.

 'Wayi' is a Woi-wurrung word of the Wurundjeri people meaning ‘us’ - which represents the vision for our school perfectly.

We plan to work together, in partnership, supporting our students as a team. We know that our students will benefit from the efforts, expertise, and commitment from all of 'US' - including family, educators, and community.

The Wayi School vision is to empower and inspire every member of our learning community. We are committed to creating innovative learning environments that nurture and develop all students through an ability and strength-based approach.

 Through collaborative partnerships we provide learning that is individualised and holistic to ensure our students become valued and contributing members of their community.

We believe in empowering our staff to work autonomously in a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages personal growth and development.

 Wayi School’s core values include Voice, Choice and Independence.

 Voice – We believe communication underpins all areas of learning and life, and everybody has the capacity and the right to communicate.

 Choice – We promote agency, enabling everyone to make choices and decisions that influence events and their world.

 Independence – We strive to prepare all students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens ready to meet the challenges of the future.

Teaching & Learning

Wayi School is committed to developing learner independence, by purposefully using the students’ skills and interests to promote the creation of new skills. We identify the abilities that are unique to individual students and employ a team approach that focuses on the development of skills and practices that promote lifelong learning, independence, communication and agency. Teachers, Allied Health and Education Support staff work collaboratively with the students and their parents/carers to develop Individual Education Program (IEP) goals for each student, that are meaningful and relevant for that student. ICT is used extensively to provide rich educational experiences and enhance independence. 

Student Wellbeing

Wayi School has developed a range of strategies to promote engagement, an inclusive and safe environment, positive behaviour, and respectful relationships for all students in our school. We recognise the importance of student friendships and peer support in helping children and students feel safe and less isolated. We acknowledge that some students may need extra social, emotional or educational support at school, and that the needs of students will change over time as they grow and learn.  SW-PBS and Trauma Informed Practice are foundations initiatives at Wayi School.

Professional Development

Successful applicants may be required to work throughout the school, from Foundation to Senior Secondary; however, the professional preferences, experience, skills and aspirations of individual teachers will be considered and attempted to meet.

Wayi School is committed to enhancing the skills and developing the capacity of all teachers professional learning opportunities (external and internal), coaching, mentoring, and being actively involved in Professional Learning Communities.

All staff have the opportunity to engage in a comprehensive induction program which clearly outlines the Wayi School vision, expectations and pedagogical approaches.