Cornish College is seeking to appoint a knowledgeable and experienced Learning Assistant to our Inclusive Education department.
The role of Learning Assistant involves the exciting opportunity to work in Cornish College's Inclusion Education Department, as part of a focused and enthusiastic team providing support for secondary students with additional needs.
This position is 8.30am to 3.35pm, 5 days per week (0.855FTE) term time only.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Providing support to teachers by assisting students with their learning. Working supportively with teachers in achieving the goals outlined in Individual Learning Plans. Recording information regarding the activities and progress of students' learning. Liaising with classroom teachers and Individual Inclusion staff to plan learning engagements for students who require additional support. Providing assistance to students with routine school tasks and assisting with their organisational skills. Communicating progress and observations regarding students to the class teacher and Inclusion Education staff. Qualifications:
Applicants should have appropriate qualifications and experience in assisting students with learning difficulties.
All general support staff at Cornish College must hold a current Working with Children's Check for employment purposes and, at the time of employment, are required to provide a current Police Check.
How to Apply:
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Position Description available on our website: .
To apply for this position, please write a letter to the Principal, Nicola Forrest, outlining your interest in this position and giving us an insight into who you are.
Accompanying your letter should be your resume including contact information for three confidential referees and your personal response to the Position Description (preferably as one combined PDF file).
Advice to Applicants:
In your cover letter please outline your qualifications and your main areas of expertise. The rest is up to you! We'd like to get to know you a little through your letter.
Your response to the Position Description should focus on the following:
Your experience in a similar role supporting students. Your experience with working in teams. Any other information demonstrating your suitability to working in this role at Cornish College. To submit your application, please ensure you complete the Application for Employment by 9.00am on Wednesday 11 December 2024.
For additional information please email:
Willeka Cox
Human Resources Manager
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