Do you want to provide a helping hand in supporting students with diverse learning needs?
Mindarie Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated Education Assistants (Special Needs) for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during Term 2 2012 and up to the end of Term 3, 2013. Placements can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within Term 2, 2012 up to the end of Term 3, 2013.
As an Education Assistant – Special Needs, you would work under general supervision and guidance to perform tasks that require limited discretion and judgement in achieving clearly defined outcomes determined by the teacher. Through previous experience you would demonstrate techniques in working with children who have high behavioural, medical, intellectual and social needs. You will possess good written and oral communication skills which will help assist teachers and therapists when dealing with students.
Mindarie PS opened in 1997 and is located 40kms to the north west of Perth on the coastal strip. The school provides for 788 students from Kindergarten to Year 7. The school's curriculum has a strong focus on literacy and numeracy. Specialist programs operate in the following areas: Physical Education, Science, Music, Performing Arts, Library/ICT and Primary Extension and Challenge (PEAC) for academically talented students in Years 4-7. Students experiencing educational difficulties are catered for through Individual Education Plans (IEP).
The school has experienced and committed staff that work collaboratively to provide the best possible learning environment for students. Mindarie's facilities include 6 teaching blocks, library, 4 transportable classrooms, 5 Early Childhood classrooms, and a fully enclosed and carpeted assembly area.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- 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 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 and understanding 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 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.
Further information about Mindarie Primary School can be found by visiting www.mindarieprimary.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
For further job related information:
Please contact Margaret Maguire, Business Manager, by telephoning (08) 9407 1100 or emailing margaret.maguire@det.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!
All applications are submitted online. Simply select “Apply for Job”, located at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen. Further instructions are available on the attached ‘How to Apply’ document.
You will be required to attach a comprehensive CV and covering letter outlining your skills and experience in relation to the position. It is recommended you have these documents complete and ready to attach prior to clicking on “Apply”. Further information on how to prepare these documents can be found in the attached ‘Writing your CV and Covering Letter’ guide.
You will be asked to complete an online application form and then to attach your documentation, it is therefore recommended you allow enough time to complete this process. Applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact the Recruitment – Schools team.
Further information on how to apply is available via the attachments below.
Please start your application early. If you are having trouble submitting your online application, please contact the Recruitment – Schools team on (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply, as all correspondence with applicants will be via email.
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining or holding a current:
- evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance
- Working with Children Check
As approved by the Public Sector Commission (PSC), the Department for Education will be applying a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted prior to 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 25 May 2012
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
| Salary: | Level 2, $22.20 - $23.24 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2010) |
| Location: | Mindarie (WA) |
| Position No: | Pool Ref IPS/SS212.12 |
| Work Type: | Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time |
| Closing Date: | 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 25 May 2012 |
| Attachments: | - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter.pdf |
| - applicant resource - information for applicants.pdf | |
| - jdf - generic - education assistant (special needs) - level 2 - march 2012.pdf |
