Education Support Assistant for Students with Disabilities

Government schools; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 55.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Belmore School in Melbourne’s Balwyn area is seeking an Education Support Officer to assist students with disabilities and health needs, under close supervision. The role supports teachers and the allied health team, with duties including assisting learning activities, basic care, and coordination of resources, in a school environment that emphasises inclusion and safety.

Applicants should demonstrate effective communication, ability to work with families and staff, and a commitment to

Formación

• Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in a school environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with students, teachers and families.
• Proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment.
• Capacity to work cooperatively with teachers, education support staff and parents.
• A commitment to professional learning and growth.

Responsabilidades

• Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.
• Assist the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
• Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
• Participate in team meetings.
• Assist with toileting, meals, lifting, and administration of medication to students requiring special care.
• Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
• Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.
• Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.
• Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
• Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students.
• Assist in the translation of documents.
• Assist students with the preparation and service of meals.
• Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.
• Assist in the preparation of equipment and purchasing of materials and supplies as required.

Conocimientos

Communication

Teamwork

Professional learning

Herramientas

Office software

Assistive technology basics

Descripción del empleo

Belmore School in Melbourne’s Balwyn area is seeking an Education Support Officer to assist students with disabilities and health needs, under close supervision. The role supports teachers and the allied health team, with duties including assisting learning activities, basic care, and coordination of resources, in a school environment that emphasises inclusion and safety.

Applicants should demonstrate effective communication, ability to work with families and staff, and a commitment to