Education Assistant - Darlington, United Kingdom - Darlington Primary School

Description

North Metropolitan Education Region Darlington Primary School Education Assistant - Special Needs Pool Ref SS/SS853735 Level 2/3, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2023)

Advertised Vacancy Number SS/SS853735

Appointment Pool

As an Education Assistant - Special Needs, you would, under teacher direction, assist in the implementation of specialised education programs. Suitable applicants would assist teachers in the delivery of specific Individual Education Programs, including the operation of computers and digital technologies. Experience in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, mental health and behavioural issues would be highly desirable.

Also when required, the Education Assistant – Special Needs would provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education. Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with the teacher to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. You should be organised and able to use initiative to assist the teacher with the general care and wellbeing of students and maintenance of the learning environment.

Darlington PS has a long tradition of providing a quality education to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school motto of 'Initiative, Tolerance and Trust' is regularly demonstrated in the actions of our students who achieve well both academically and socially. Our specialist programs in the arts, music and visual arts, French and physical education ensure our students receive a well-rounded education.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.

Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.

Good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.

Ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.

Knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.

Ability to assist with general health and well-being of students.

Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (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.

Further information about Darlington Primary School can be found by visiting or .

For further job related information

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 two (2) 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.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to :

provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.

obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment

obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

complete the Department's induction program within 3 months of commencement

complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy

complete the Department's training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within 6 months of appointment

complete the Department's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.

Education Assistants working with Kindergarten students may be required to have, or be actively working towards, a Certificate lll in Education Support (or approved equivalent) in order to meet the educator-to-student ratio outlined in the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care.

Approved equivalent qualifications are published by the

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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WORK TYPE: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time FTE: LOCATION: Darlington CLOSING DATE: :30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Agency Department of Education Salary Location Darlington Unit/Division North Metropolitan Education Region Branch Darlington Primary School Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref SS/SS853735 Closing Date Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch Darlington Primary School Location Darlington Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time Closing Date Salary Agency Department of Education Company Information Description

Advertised Vacancy Number SS/SS853735

Appointment Pool

As an Education Assistant - Special Needs, you would, under teacher direction, assist in the implementation of specialised education programs. Suitable applicants would assist teachers in the delivery of specific Individual Education Programs, including the operation of computers and digital technologies. Experience in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, mental health and behavioural issues would be highly desirable.

Also when required, the Education Assistant – Special Needs would provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education. Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with the teacher to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. You should be organised and able to use initiative to assist the teacher with the general care and wellbeing of students and maintenance of the learning environment.

Darlington PS has a long tradition of providing a quality education to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school motto of 'Initiative, Tolerance and Trust' is regularly demonstrated in the actions of our students who achieve well both academically and socially. Our specialist programs in the arts, music and visual arts, French and physical education ensure our students receive a well-rounded education.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.

Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.

Good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.

Ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.

Knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.

Ability to assist with general health and well-being of students.

Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (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.

Further information about Darlington Primary School can be found by visiting or .

For further job related information

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 two (2) 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.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to :

provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.

obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment

obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

complete the Department's induction program within 3 months of commencement

complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy

complete the Department's training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within 6 months of appointment

complete the Department's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.

Education Assistants working with Kindergarten students may be required to have, or be actively working towards, a Certificate lll in Education Support (or approved equivalent) in order to meet the educator-to-student ratio outlined in the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care.

Approved equivalent qualifications are published by the

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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