Education Support Traineeship

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from education experts

Career pathway into teaching

Job summary

Work Initiatives is recruiting Education Support Workers for a school-based role in the outer northern suburbs of Melbourne. You will assist children aged 5 to 18 with intellectual disabilities, working alongside experienced teachers while completing a Certificate III in Educational Support at our Deer Park Training Facility.

The role offers Monday to Friday hours (about 30 hours/week), with mentoring from education experts and a pathway into teaching or broader education roles.

Qualifications

• Must have a Working with Children Check.
• Live in close proximity or have a driver's license.
• Background in nursing is highly desirable.
• Willingness to complete a 12-month traineeship and attend classes.
• Available to work Monday to Friday and complete training within school holidays.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist children aged 5 to 18 years with intellectual disabilities and work with experienced teachers.
• Provide learning support and help nurture students to reach their best.
• Participate in 12-month traineeship and training sessions during school holidays.

Education

Certificate III in Educational Support

Job description

Ever thought about working in a school environment?

Want to help young people learn and grow?

Ready to earn while you learn?

AGA is currently recruiting for a specialist school based in the outer northern suburbs of Melbourne and we are now looking for Education Support Workers to join their vibrant team.

Working a Monday to Friday roster (30-33hrs per week), you will assist children aged 5 to 18 years of age with intellectual disabilities, and work among highly experienced teachers while completing a Certificate III in Educational Support at our Deer Park Training Facility.

If you are interested in kick-starting your career in a supportive and inclusive environment, where partnerships are formed and diversity is celebrated.

This is more than a job - it's the first step to a meaningful career shaping young minds.

Why this role rocks:

• Earn as you learn: Weekly wage at National Training Award rates.
• Real experience: Support children with learning difficulties, assist teachers, and nurture students to reach their best.
• Great lifestyle: School-friendly hours, Monday-Friday (approx. 30 hrs/week).
• Ongoing support: 12 months of mentoring from education experts.
• Career springboard: Build a pathway into teaching, special education, or broader education roles.
• You may also be entitled to other financial incentive's once you start through the Australian Priority Apprenticeships Program.

What we are looking for

• Must have a Working with Children Check
• Live in close proximity or have driver's license
• Background in nursing (highly desired)
• Willingness to complete a 12-month traineeship and attend classes
• Available to work Monday to Friday and complete training within school holidays
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Takes initiative and manages time efficiently