Department of Education
Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region
Pannawonica Primary School
Education Assistant - Special Needs - Lead
00040915
EA (LEAD), $35.00 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2021)
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS666414
This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2021
Pannawonica Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Education Assistant – Special Needs – Lead (EASNL) to join their friendly team.
The role of the EASNLto lead, mentor, coach and model good practices for other Education Assistants. You will assist the Learning Support Coordinator in planning and delivering the worksite induction and training of other Education Assistants. In consultation with teachers, parents/caregivers and School Psychologists, or other relevant professionals, you will be expected to contribute to the design and implementation of Independent Education Plans and other documented plans and to provide solutions and support to teachers, which promote positive student engagement and achieve education outcomes in the classroom.
Pannawonica PS is an Independent Public School located in the western Pilbara that caters for children from Kindergarten to Year 12. As a small regional school, we deliver an inclusive, diverse and exciting range of programs that deliver the best possible education for children in Pannawonica.
Our staff are a highly motivated and professional team. They have formed a tight collegiate group which collaborates well and responds effectively to the needs of the children and community.
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):
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 Pannawonica Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online or by downloading the relevant attachment below.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Annette Hansen, Deputy Principal for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Pannawonica by telephoning (08) 9134 9100 or emailing Annette.Hansen@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
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Your application should include:
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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.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
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 Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 23 April 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
ATTACHMENTS:
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WORK TYPE: Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.4
LOCATION: Pannawonica
CLOSING DATE: 2021-04-23 4:30 PM
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