Special Education Support Aide for Inclusive Learning

Government schools; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bendigo Special Developmental School seeks an Education Support class member to assist teachers, coordinate routine student activities and support students with diverse needs. This role emphasizes teamwork, communication with families, and a caring approach to student wellbeing.

As part of the school community, you will contribute to inclusive programs, assist with planning and implement tailored strategies in classrooms, and collaborate with staff to support individual education plans and

Qualifications

• SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks.
• SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
• SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
• SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
• SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
• SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

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.
• Communicating with students to support comprehension of basic tasks and information.
• Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure.
• Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting.
• Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides.
• Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance.
• Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Bendigo Special Developmental School seeks an Education Support class member to assist teachers, coordinate routine student activities and support students with diverse needs. This role emphasizes teamwork, communication with families, and a caring approach to student wellbeing.

As part of the school community, you will contribute to inclusive programs, assist with planning and implement tailored strategies in classrooms, and collaborate with staff to support individual education plans and