Description:
Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Ocean Reef Senior High School
Education Assistant - Special Needs - Lead
00043370
EA (Lead), $39.28 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2023)
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS866406
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024
Ocean Reef Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a passionate leader to join their team as the Special Needs Education Assistant (SNEA) - Lead.
The role of the SNEA - Lead is to work closely with the Head of Learning Support to lead, mentor, coach and model good practices for other Education Assistants. The successful applicant will plan and deliver the worksite induction and training of other Education Assistants. In consultation with teachers, parents/caregivers and School Psychologists, or other relevant professionals, the SNEA - Lead will contribute to the design and implementation of documented plans and provide solutions and support to teachers, which promote positive student behaviour and improved educational outcomes in the classroom.
Ideally, the successful applicant will bring a solutions-focused and student-centred approach to all tasks, enabling the delivery of high-quality learning programs and improved educational outcomes in the classroom. It is highly desirable for the successful applicant to have experience in leading and delivering programs such as Literacy and Numeracy Intervention, Zones of Regulation and Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN).
At Ocean Reef SHS, we are committed to providing a learning environment that allows our students and staff to reach their potential. Through a high performance culture, and staff efficacy, we nurture every student's talents, fostering the knowledge, skills, capabilities, attributes and values they will require for successful ongoing learning and life beyond school. Students, families and staff work as partners, collaborating to ensure that each student is on a pathway to success.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Considerable knowledge and understanding of the delivery of education programs and/or behaviour management plans; and ability to identify problems and assist teachers and other Education Assistants in the development of strategies and solutions.
- Well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, mentor, coach, induct and train other Education Assistants and professional teams, including providing advice and evaluating education programs.
- Well developed written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to coordinate, collect and present student data at a whole school community level in a meaningful way.
- Well developed organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate staff rosters and relief to assist in the delivery of effective education programs.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (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 Ocean Reef Senior High School can be found by visiting oceanreef.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information
Please contact Jay Morris, Head of Learning Support by telephoning (08) 6206 2700 or emailing Jay.Morris@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Jay Morris on 0402 704 722.
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