Education Support Trainee: School-Hour Role with Paid Training

AGA - Apprenticeships Plus; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certificate III on-the-job training

School-friendly hours (Mon–Fri)

Coaching & support

Voluntary trial

Job summary

AGA - Apprenticeships Plus is offering an Education Support Traineeship at a premier Specialist Developmental School in Croydon. You will work with teachers, therapists and staff to support students with diverse learning needs in a safe and engaging environment.

No prior experience is required; a WWCC is required and you will gain a Certificate III in Education Support on the job, with school-friendly hours from Monday to Friday. A 2-day voluntary trial is part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain a WWCC.
• Travel to Deer Park during school holidays for theory component.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with lesson delivery and activities.
• Provide direct emotional and practical support to students.
• Nurture student independence, social skills and engagement.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Education Support (in progress)

Job description

This is more than just a job—it is the first step toward a meaningful career shaping young minds. AGA is recruiting Education Support Traineeship for a premier Specialist Developmental School in Croydon.

As an Education Support Trainee, you will work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and support staff to create an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment for students with diverse learning needs, disabilities, or developmental challenges

Please Note: Individuals with a Certificate III or higher in Education Support are ineligible for this role.

About this position:

• Gain a Certificate III in Education Support whilst gaining on-the-jobe industry experience
• Secure a steady weekly wage paid under National Training Award rates - $19- $23 per hour
• Work alongside expert teachers supporting children with diverse learning needs, helping them reach their full potential.
• Say goodbye to late nights! Enjoy school-friendly hours from Monday to Friday.
• Receive 12 months of dedicated coaching and support from seasoned education specialists.
• Build a lasting pathway into teaching, special education, youth work, or broader educational roles.
• The successful candidate will ideally commence in late November or early December.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assisting classroom teachers with lesson delivery and educational activities.
• Providing direct emotional, and practical support to students.
• Nurturing student independence, social skills, and classroom engagement.
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Individuals who are passionate about working with children and making a difference.
• Patient, empathetic communicators who remain calm under pressure.
• No prior experience is required! Previous experience working with children or children with disaibilities would be highly regarded.
• Note: The successful candidate must hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Applicants will travel to Deer Park through the school holidays to complete the theory coponent of this position.

Applicants must be available to complete a 2-day voluntary trial as part of the recruitment process. This trial allows you to decide if you want to commit to the position for 12 months, while giving the teaching staff an opportunity to see how you interact with students and colleagues.

Whats Next?

• Click I'm Interested to register your profile
• Ensure you resume and contact details are all up-to-date
• Provide a Cover letter stating your interests into this position.

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