Suitably experienced and qualified applicants are invited to apply for a fixed-term, part-time Student Support Assistant role in our Junior School.
The role is for Term 4 (Monday 14 October 2024 to Friday 13 December 2024) and the hours are 18 hours per week, worked over the following 4 days, term-time only. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8.15am – 12.45pmThe opportunity We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Student Support Assistant to join our dynamic, co-operative team, to provide a vibrant, dynamic and innovative educational program for our students in the Junior School.
About the Role You will be assisting and participating in learning activities, preparing learning areas and activities, and providing individual assistance to students, particularly those with learning, physical, social, or behavioural difficulties.
Why choose Radford? As well as supporting and enabling staff to achieve their potential, Radford College offers:
A vibrant and rewarding place in which to workProfessional Learning financial supportSalary Continuance InsuranceDiscounted school fees for eligible employeesEmployee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to gym facilities and group fitness classesGenerous Superannuation after qualifying periodSalary SacrificingExcellent resources and groundsFree onsite parking
For further information, please visit the Employment page on our Website.
About you The successful candidate will a passion for working with children and an active interest in inquiry pedagogy. They will be a confident self-starter who enjoys building relationships with multiple stakeholders both inside and outside of the College.
Candidates must:
Have experience with children in a primary or secondary school settingDemonstrate a passion for collaborative working as a member of a high-functioning team, with the ability to adapt to changing prioritiesBe energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate a willingness to grow through the sharing of best practice and professional experienceCommit to the safeguarding and promotion of student welfareBe reliable and punctualSupport Radford's strategic priorities and goalsUphold Radford's Values of Truth, Compassion and WisdomWork as a member of a team to support children's engagement and success as learnersSupport the acquisition of essential knowledge and skills, development of conceptual understanding, and the development of positive attitudesQualifications Certificate IV in Education Support or equivalent, or pursing a qualification in the education industry Current First Aid CertificateCurrent Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualificationsPERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Passion for working with childrenActive interest in inquiry pedagogyExcellent communication skillsHow to Apply Details about this position and how to apply can be found on the Employment section on the College Website http://www.radford.act.edu.au/employment/. If you have further enquiries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Applications will be assessed as received, and should be addressed to:
The Interim Principal, Andy Gordon
email: [email protected] Applicants will be subject to employment screening and will be required to provide a current ACT Working with Vulnerable People card prior to commencing employment.
