Inclusive Learning Assistant

Canberra Grammar School; Canberra; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

13.5% superannuation

Competitive salary

Staff development funding

Salary packaging options

Free on-site parking

Coffee on site

Morning tea and discounted lunches

Health clinic access

Employee Assistance Programme

School fee concessions

Job summary

Canberra Grammar School is seeking an Inclusive Learning Assistant to join the Senior School team. The role provides targeted support for identified students, in partnership with teachers and the Inclusive Learning Team, to enhance learning, participation and belonging in an inclusive, wellbeing-centred environment.

Workload is up to three days per week, term-time only, with responsibilities spanning learning support, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing, in alignment with CGS priorities and

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Learning Support/Disability Support or equivalent, or willingness to study towards one.
• Strong written and verbal communication with students, parents and teachers.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills to support effective learning behaviours.
• Aptitude for learning new IT systems used at the school.
• Ability to assist with the health and well-being of students.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted, individualised intervention to identified students.
• Collaborate with teachers and the Inclusive Learning Team to support growth and participation.
• Create safe, supportive environments that enable students to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
• Promote inclusive practices and wellbeing-focused engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

IT aptitude

Wellbeing support

Education

Certificate IV in Learning Support/Disability Support

Job description

• An exciting opportunity to join our Senior School Inclusive Learning team
• Support students in their quest for excellence
• Up to three days a week, term-time only

About The Role

The Inclusive Learning Assistant provides targeted and responsive support for identified students through individualised intervention, inclusive practice and wellbeing focused engagement. Working in partnership with teachers and the Inclusive Learning Team, the role contributes to learning growth, participation and belonging by creating safe, supportive and responsive environments that enable students to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. This role supports students with identified learning, behavioural, social and emotional needs and contributes to a culture of inclusion aligned with CGS strategic priorities and child centred practice.

About You

• Certificate IV in Learning Support/Disability Support or equivalent or willingness to study towards one
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills that will assist in the teaching of effective learning behaviours to students
• Aptitude for learning new IT systems such as those used at the school
• The ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• Appropriate qualifications
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check
• Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits For You

• A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
• Staff awards programme and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• School fee concessions
• Free onsite parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment. We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply. CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.