Impactful Hands-On Learning Support Aide

Government schools; Barwon Downs; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland South Primary School in Portland, Victoria, seeks an Education Support Class member to assist with student routines under supervision. The role involves coordinating staff, supporting teachers, and delivering basic student care within a dynamic learning environment.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with school staff to implement the Resilience Project framework, support wellbeing, and help maintain respectful relationships.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks.
• Ability to coordinate and support others in respect to specific work functions.
• Proven teamwork and collaboration skills in a school environment.
• Effective oral and written communication at a high level.
• Relevant technical knowledge for the position.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines.
• Supports communication between teachers and parents.
• Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities.
• Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting.
• Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under supervision.
• Provides medical intervention support to a student, under specific conditions, with appropriate training.
• Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille.

Skills

Coordination

Teamwork

Communication

Technical knowledge

Advising management

Professional learning

Education

Three-year qualification in related field

Job description

Portland South Primary School in Portland, Victoria, seeks an Education Support Class member to assist with student routines under supervision. The role involves coordinating staff, supporting teachers, and delivering basic student care within a dynamic learning environment.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with school staff to implement the Resilience Project framework, support wellbeing, and help maintain respectful relationships.