EDUCATION ASSISTANTS

Great Southern Grammar; Albany; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Southern Grammar in Albany, Western Australia seeks enthusiastic Education Assistants to support young learners in a positive, inclusive environment. You will collaborate with classroom teachers to deliver developmentally appropriate experiences, build warm relationships with students, and contribute to a safe, engaging school culture.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate III in Education Support, current First Aid, Working with Children Check, and National Police Clearance, with

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Education Support is required.
• First Aid Certificate current.
• Working with Children Check Card current.
• National Police Clearance current.
• Experience with young children in educational settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, nurturing and inclusive approach to children.
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of programs in collaboration with classroom teachers.
• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers in planning and implementing learning experiences.
• Support school culture and collaborative practices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Building relationships

Positive, inclusive approach

Education

Certificate III in Education Support

Tools

First Aid Certificate

Working with Children Check

National Police Clearance

Job description

Albany, Western Australia 6330, Australia

Full-time Contract Experienced

Description

Grow with Great Southern Grammar.

With continued growth across our school, we are excited to expand our Education Assistant team.

We are looking for enthusiastic and caring Education Assistants who are passionate about supporting young people and contributing to a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make YOUR impact while being part of a supportive school community in Albany, we would love to hear from you.

The opportunity:

• Support the delivery of programs in collaboration with classroom teachers.


• Provide engaging, purposeful and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for


• Build warm, positive and familiar relationships with students


• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, nurturing and engaging learning environment.


• Work collaboratively with teachers in planning, programming and implementation of


• learning experiences.


• Contribute positively to the culture and collaborative practices of the School.

What you will bring:

We are seeking an educator who is passionate about students and committed to creating positive outcomes for young children.

You will bring:

• Certificate III in Education Support.


• A current First Aid Certificate.


• A current Working with Children Check Card.


• A current National Police Clearance.


• Demonstrated experience working with young children in an educational setting.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• A warm, nurturing and inclusive approach to working with young children.


• The ability to build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.


• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute positively to a team environment.

Why join Great Southern Grammar?

• Professional learning, coaching and development opportunities relevant to the appointment.


• Staff tuition fee discounts and an Employee Assistance Program, subject to availability and school arrangements.


• A spacious waterfront campus, onsite parking and the lifestyle opportunities of Albany and the Great Southern region.


• A school provided laptop.


• Opportunities to contribute to the wider learning, pastoral and cocurricular life of the School.


• The opportunity to work alongside passionate and dedicated educators who are committed to providing high quality learning experiences for children.

About Great Southern Grammar:

Great Southern Grammar is a vibrant independent Christian co-educational day and boarding school for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Grounded in Christian values and guided by our vision to Create YOUR Impact, our community is shaped by Respect, Integrity, Courage and Compassion. Our 144-acre campus adjoins Oyster Harbour in Albany, creating a distinctive place to work, learn and belong.

Questions:

Questions specific to the role, please contact Deputy Principal - Head of Teaching and Learning, Ms Emma Franklin via email [e-mail] or telephone: [phone].

Questions regarding the application process, please email [e-mail].

Our commitment

Great Southern Grammar is an equal opportunity employer and is fully committed to protecting children and maintaining a child-safe environment. Successful applicants must satisfy child-protection screening, adhere to the School's child-protection policies and comply with relevant laws and regulations. Applicants must be Australian citizens or hold a current visa that permits them to work in Australia.

Company Overview

Great Southern Grammar is a vibrant independent Christian co-educational day and boarding school for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year Twelve. We are located on 144 acres (58ha) adjoining the picturesque Oyster Harbour in Albany. All Great Southern graduates are beacons of light in the world having a positive, lasting impact in their communities for the common good. Our vision is: Create YOUR impact. All students experience success and become to know their important place in the world.