South Metropolitan Education Region Collier Primary School Education Assistant - Special Needs Pool Ref SS/SS846787 Level 2/3, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2023)
Advertised Vacancy Number SS/SS846787
Appointment Pool
Suitable applicants from vacancy SS/SS763601 need not apply
Suitable applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery of planned education programs and in promoting a supportive and productive learning environment. Our staff work under general supervision and autonomously and are required to contribute advice and expertise, actively collaborating with colleagues to support student and whole school achievement.
Suitable applicants should be organised, committed and have a broad range of skills and strategies to meet the needs of diverse groups of learners with disability. A visible commitment to enhancing student learning through ongoing reflective practice and engagement in professional learning opportunities will be highly regarded.
In the role of an Education Assistant – Special Needs, you should be highly engaged in the development of student independence through planned and explicit approaches to support their self-management and self-regulation skills.
Collier PS vision is to be an innovative, community-minded school where every teacher is effective and every student is successful and our school ethos, the Collier Way - Respect and Excellence, reflects this.
The school has a number of programs in place to secure the positive reinforcement of good behaviour in both the playground and the classroom. Our school ethos 'Collier Way' was formulated to foster the particular values reflected within the community. In the realms of equity and opportunity, Collier PS recognizes and endorses the Education Department Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP).
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
1. effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
2. effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
3. ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
4. knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
5. effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
6. ability to assist with the 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 Collier 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:
7. A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
8. A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
9. 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 :
10. obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
11. obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check complete the Department’s induction program within 3 months of commencement
12. complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
13. complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within 6 months of appointment
14. complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
15. provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
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 before (WST) on Friday, 3 November 2023
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: Como CLOSING DATE: 2023-11-03 2:00 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Agency Department of Education Salary Location Como Unit/Division South Metropolitan Education Region Branch Collier Primary School Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time Position No. Pool Ref SS/SS846787 Closing Date Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch Collier Primary School Location Como 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/SS846787
Appointment Pool
Suitable applicants from vacancy SS/SS763601 need not apply
Suitable applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery of planned education programs and in promoting a supportive and productive learning environment. Our staff work under general supervision and autonomously and are required to contribute advice and expertise, actively collaborating with colleagues to support student and whole school achievement.
Suitable applicants should be organised, committed and have a broad range of skills and strategies to meet the needs of diverse groups of learners with disability. A visible commitment to enhancing student learning through ongoing reflective practice and engagement in professional learning opportunities will be highly regarded.
In the role of an Education Assistant – Special Needs, you should be highly engaged in the development of student independence through planned and explicit approaches to support their self-management and self-regulation skills.
Collier PS vision is to be an innovative, community-minded school where every teacher is effective and every student is successful and our school ethos, the Collier Way - Respect and Excellence, reflects this.
The school has a number of programs in place to secure the positive reinforcement of good behaviour in both the playground and the classroom. Our school ethos 'Collier Way' was formulated to foster the particular values reflected within the community. In the realms of equity and opportunity, Collier PS recognizes and endorses the Education Department Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP).
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
16. effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
17. effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
18. ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
19. knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
20. effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
21. ability to assist with the 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 Collier 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:
22. A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
23. A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
24. 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 :
25. obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
26. obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check complete the Department’s induction program within 3 months of commencement
27. complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
28. complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within 6 months of appointment
29. complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
30. provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
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 before (WST) on Friday, 3 November 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
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