Learning Enrichment Teaching Assistant

Scots College; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 60.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free barista morning coffee and meals

Employee Assistance Programs

Gym access

Zusammenfassung

The Scots College in Sydney, NSW invites applications for an Education Support role focused on literacy interventions and classroom assistance. You will work under the Learning Enrichment teacher to deliver differentiated programs and support student wellbeing within a Christian ethos.

Applicants should have Certificate III/IV in School Based Education Support or a Diploma/ Degree in special education, WWCC and up-to-date First Aid/CPR. Hours are on site with a potential for after-school duties.

Qualifikationen

• Experience delivering literacy interventions within a school setting.
• Ability to support teachers with behaviour management strategies.
• Experience delivering fully differentiated learning programs.
• Maintain clear records of student development and learning plans.
• Demonstrated commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

Aufgaben

• Assist classroom and small group literacy interventions under guidance.
• Support implementation of behaviour management strategies in class.
• Deliver differentiated teaching activities for diverse learners.
• Maintain clear student records and documentation.
• Model Christian ethos and provide pastoral care to students.
• Support wellbeing and safety in line with College policies.
• Participate in College functions and duty rosters as required.

Kenntnisse

Literacy interventions

Behaviour management

Differentiated instruction

Student engagement

Pastoral care

Ausbildung

Certificate III in School Based Education Support (CHC30221)

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support (CHC40221)

Diploma or Degree qualifications in special education

Jobbeschreibung

The Scots College is a distinctive Australian day and boarding boys' school that promoting the lordship of Jesus Christ in all things. We exist to inspire boys to learn, lead and serve as they strive for excellence together. Scots has been raising fine young men since 1893 from Sydney, NSW and different nations around the world.

Our staff are committed to a culture of high expectations that nourishes creative, confident, accomplished young men. We employ professional, experienced and hardworking staff who are offered outstanding opportunities for development, leadership and new experiences. At Scots, you belong to a team who enjoy working alongside you and champion your accomplishments.

What do we offer?

• A culture that cultivates a body of graduates who are well-rounded, successful men of faith and independent mind who influence their nation for the greater good and who strive to be worthy of their forefathers.
• An institution that seeks to serve God faithfully, through our core values and culture.
• Personal development and growth opportunities.
• A constructive and supportive work environment in which all staff members are valued.
• Financial and non-financial rewards and incentives.
• Free barista morning coffee and lunches.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Access to The Scots College bus transport system.
• Access to medical services.
• Free access to the college gym.
• Salary packaging.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

• Conduct and manage small group Literacy intervention programs under the guidance of the Learning Enrichment teacher.
• Support the Learning Enrichment teacher with the implementation of behaviour management strategies.
• Be familiar with the learning needs of students requiring additional support within the classroom and support the classroom teacher in delivering a fully differentiated program.
• Support creating inclusive, supportive learning environments
• Assist the Learning Enrichment teacher in maintaining clear records pertaining to student development

Major Areas of Responsibilities:

1. Assisting in Classroom programs and small group interventions

• Working under the direction of the classroom/Learning Enrichment teacher.
• Assisting teachers in delivering well-sequenced teaching and learning programs that engage students and promote learning.
• Assisting the classroom teacher with planned activities.
• Developing adjustments to programs from outside services or internal specialists to build targeted skills for classroom inclusion
• Providing one-to-one help for individual students or a small group under the direction of a teacher.
• Using effective verbal and non-verbal communication strategies to support student understanding, engagement and achievement
• Assisting in providing workable routines in the classroom
• Assisting with class excursions and special occasions
• Responding professionally to support boys with diagnosed behavioural concerns in heightened situations
• Working in alignment with specific behaviour plans for boys across the Centre

2. Administration

• Assist in maintaining clear student records and information about student development.

3. Pastoral Care

• Model a Christian example in all activities
• Supporting the pastoral care exercised in the ELC.
• Assist in communicating with students, colleagues and parents/carers in a respectful, clear, caring and professional way
• Establish rapport with students and provide ongoing encouragement
• Maintain professional confidentiality on information about students

4. Policy Implementation

• Support ELC policies and practices in a developmentally appropriate manner
• Assist in ensuring students’ wellbeing and safety is at the centre of all decisions made
• Monitor and minimise risk through implementation of College Risk management procedures
• Support the Christian ethos of the College
• Comply with relevant legislative requirements, codes of ethics and conduct established by regulatory authorities, systems and the College

5. Related Duties

• Participate in Compulsory College functions as directed by the Coordinator of Learning Enrichment.
• Carry out student supervisory duties under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher as required.
• Carry out assigned before-school, playground duties and after-school duties
• Attend to specific events when called upon by the Principal
• A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• A demonstrated understanding of child safety and appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
• A strong commitment to building the full potential of all boys

Skills

Knowledge

• Clear understanding of the needs of diverse learners

Values/Behaviour

• A level of mobility that supports the ability to respond to a first aid or behavioural incident
• Strong physical, mental and emotional health to meet the demands and responsibilities of the role

Certificate III in School Based Education Support (CHC30221) OR Certificate IV in School Based Education Support (CHC40221)

Diploma or Degree qualifications in special education would be an asset

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Experience working in a similar role

Current First Aid and CPR qualifications

The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands and involvement in additional projects as required is also an expectation.

Please note that applications for this role will close on Friday 20 November 2026.