PERMANENT, 5 DAYS PER WEEK (TERM-TIME)6.5 HOURS PER DAY Purpose of the roleTo work within the College’s Protestant, Biblical framework under the direction of the Special Education Element (SEE) Teacher to maximise learning outcomes for students who need significant adjustments and interventions to their learning program.About the positionAt Westside Christian College, we believe that every child is a special creation of God. Our purpose is to nurture all children of all abilities and beliefs in a loving, supportive environment that helps them learn about the world and themselves. We believe that all young people should have the opportunity to achieve, belong and feel cared for.This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people needing extra support in their schooling. The primary responsibility of this role will be assisting our SEE students in following the programmes, strategies, exercises and materials identified/developed and introduced by the SEE teacher. This position will be based in, and operate out of the SEE classroom.Tasks this role will perform include;Assist children complete set coursework, especially covering literacy, numeracy and social/emotional wellbeing activitiesAccompany children to mainstream class activities, including specialist lessons (Health and Physical education, Music, Visual Art, etc)Support SEE students’ learning activities including additional learning needs and developmentEncourage the development of SEE student’s dignity, self-esteem and independenceHelp motivate SEE students and encourage participationAssist in cleaning students who have soiled themselves, or require help eating mealsAssist the SEE teacher in the preparation of material/resourcesProvide feedback on observations of SEE students to the SEE teacherFollow all Workplace Health and Safety directions and requirementsAssist in other administrative tasks as required to support the College from time to time Requirements of the positionAs a Teacher Aide you are part of a professional team of educators that have a passion for teaching young people. You have excellent communication skills, are team-orientated, show a willingness to embrace the challenges of a changing educational context, reliable and trustworthy and ethical. All of our staff understand, support and uphold the Statement of Faith that underpins our College ethos, which is listed in the online advertisement. Further requirements of this position are;A genuine love for working with children who require extra support in their schoolwork, as well as patience and humility as you support and assist in learning activitiesCapacity to assist with physically caring for children, including assisting with meals and toiletingSupport the administrative processes in the classroom, including preparing teaching resources and reading materialsHave the ability to maintain a flexible attitude to daily work flow and be adabtible to change. While it would be a definite advantage to have several years’ experience in a similar position, just as important is a genuine love for working with children who need significant assistance at school.Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Blue Card before commencing employment with the College. Applicants must have a practising Christian faith and be actively involved in a church. For more information, please review the Statement of Faith and Staff Lifestyle Requirements available on the Application Form for this position, published on the College website.The College reserves the right to perform additional qualification, criminal history or other relevant background checks as necessary to this position and you will be notified of any relevant checks if you are offered a position at the College.Position hours and salaryAs with classroom teachers, this position is not required to be on the premises during nominated school holiday periods. The salary for the position will be negotiated with the successful applicant as part of the interview process.General NoticesIn applying for a position with Westside, please be aware of the following notices.Staff Lifestyle RequirementsIf you wish to apply for any position of employment at Westside Christian College, you must read and affirm your understanding of and acceptance of these staff lifestyle requirements, which are attached to this application.If you think this might be something you are interested in, have a look at the Position description attached to this vacancy and complete an Application Form.Statement of FaithIf you wish to apply for any position of employment at Westside Christian College, you must affirm your belief in, and acceptance of the Statement of Faith, which is attached to this application form.GeneralPlease note that all costs associated with an application should be borne by the applicant. Any costs associated with an interview should be negotiated before they are incurred.  Thank you for completing this application form.  On receipt of this form and after processing, suitable applicants will be called for interviews.Please note that Westside Christian College is a smoke-free environment.All employees are required to refrain from smoking whilst undertaking duties for the college.Westside Christian College is committed to the safety and protection of children and to the prevention of harm to children. To this end, the college has a Code of Conduct (Child Protection) for all staff of the college, to which staff are required to assent and by which staff must abide. All non-teaching staff are required by law to undergo a Criminal History Check.Please note that if your application is successful, you may be asked to provide one of the following documents as proof of entitlement to work in Australia:Australian birth certificatePassportEvidence of permanent residence statusAustralian Citizenship certificateThe probation for this position will be six (6) months, in line with National Employment Standards (NES).An Employment Collection Notice is attached to this application.Applications Close 24 September 2021.Role Description

Primary SEE Teacher Aide

PERMANENT, 5 DAYS PER WEEK (TERM-TIME)

6.5 HOURS PER DAY

 

Purpose of the role

To work within the College’s Protestant, Biblical framework under the direction of the Special Education Element (SEE) Teacher to maximise learning outcomes for students who need significant adjustments and interventions to their learning program.

About the position

At Westside Christian College, we believe that every child is a special creation of God. Our purpose is to nurture all children of all abilities and beliefs in a loving, supportive environment that helps them learn about the world and themselves. We believe that all young people should have the opportunity to achieve, belong and feel cared for.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people needing extra support in their schooling. The primary responsibility of this role will be assisting our SEE students in following the programmes, strategies, exercises and materials identified/developed and introduced by the SEE teacher. This position will be based in, and operate out of the SEE classroom.

Tasks this role will perform include;

  • Assist children complete set coursework, especially covering literacy, numeracy and social/emotional wellbeing activities
  • Accompany children to mainstream class activities, including specialist lessons (Health and Physical education, Music, Visual Art, etc)
  • Support SEE students’ learning activities including additional learning needs and development
  • Encourage the development of SEE student’s dignity, self-esteem and independence
  • Help motivate SEE students and encourage participation
  • Assist in cleaning students who have soiled themselves, or require help eating meals
  • Assist the SEE teacher in the preparation of material/resources
  • Provide feedback on observations of SEE students to the SEE teacher
  • Follow all Workplace Health and Safety directions and requirements
  • Assist in other administrative tasks as required to support the College from time to time 

Requirements of the position

As a Teacher Aide you are part of a professional team of educators that have a passion for teaching young people. You have excellent communication skills, are team-orientated, show a willingness to embrace the challenges of a changing educational context, reliable and trustworthy and ethical. All of our staff understand, support and uphold the Statement of Faith that underpins our College ethos, which is listed in the online advertisement. Further requirements of this position are;

  • A genuine love for working with children who require extra support in their schoolwork, as well as patience and humility as you support and assist in learning activities
  • Capacity to assist with physically caring for children, including assisting with meals and toileting
  • Support the administrative processes in the classroom, including preparing teaching resources and reading materials
  • Have the ability to maintain a flexible attitude to daily work flow and be adabtible to change.

 

While it would be a definite advantage to have several years’ experience in a similar position, just as important is a genuine love for working with children who need significant assistance at school.

Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Blue Card before commencing employment with the College. Applicants must have a practising Christian faith and be actively involved in a church. For more information, please review the Statement of Faith and Staff Lifestyle Requirements available on the Application Form for this position, published on the College website.

The College reserves the right to perform additional qualification, criminal history or other relevant background checks as necessary to this position and you will be notified of any relevant checks if you are offered a position at the College.

Position hours and salary

As with classroom teachers, this position is not required to be on the premises during nominated school holiday periods. The salary for the position will be negotiated with the successful applicant as part of the interview process.

General Notices

In applying for a position with Westside, please be aware of the following notices.

Staff Lifestyle Requirements

If you wish to apply for any position of employment at Westside Christian College, you must read and affirm your understanding of and acceptance of these staff lifestyle requirements, which are attached to this application.

If you think this might be something you are interested in, have a look at the Position description attached to this vacancy and complete an Application Form.

Statement of Faith

If you wish to apply for any position of employment at Westside Christian College, you must affirm your belief in, and acceptance of the Statement of Faith, which is attached to this application form.

General

  1. Please note that all costs associated with an application should be borne by the applicant. Any costs associated with an interview should be negotiated before they are incurred.  Thank you for completing this application form.  On receipt of this form and after processing, suitable applicants will be called for interviews.
  2. Please note that Westside Christian College is a smoke-free environment.
  3. All employees are required to refrain from smoking whilst undertaking duties for the college.
  4. Westside Christian College is committed to the safety and protection of children and to the prevention of harm to children. To this end, the college has a Code of Conduct (Child Protection) for all staff of the college, to which staff are required to assent and by which staff must abide. All non-teaching staff are required by law to undergo a Criminal History Check.
  5. Please note that if your application is successful, you may be asked to provide one of the following documents as proof of entitlement to work in Australia:
  • Australian birth certificate
  • Passport
  • Evidence of permanent residence status
  • Australian Citizenship certificate
    1. The probation for this position will be six (6) months, in line with National Employment Standards (NES).
    2. An Employment Collection Notice is attached to this application.

Applications Close 24 September 2021.