Education (Organisation site)
Far North Queensland Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division
Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of children with diverse learning needs? We are seeking a dedicated Students with Disabilities Teacher Aide to support our students, helping them thrive and reach their potential in an inclusive and nurturing environment.
This role is offered on a permanent part-time basis at 46.5 Hours and 0.61 FTE per fortnight.
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection.
Caravonica State School is a vibrant and inclusive primary school dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment where every student is encouraged and supported to achieve their best.
About the Role As a Students with Disabilities Teacher Aide, you will contribute to the provision of a quality educational service at Caravonica State School, by assisting and supporting teachers with the preparation and delivery of the Australian Curriculum [including Personal and Social Capabilities] and associated activities. The Students with Disabilities Teacher Aide reports to the Principal or nominated delegate as appropriate. When supporting students with specific health procedures, the Students with Disabilities Teacher Aide will be under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse or medical practitioner.
Responsibilities include:
Communicating effectively and displaying high level of interpersonal skills to function as an effective team member.Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs. Supporting them to access the curriculum, and maintaining their health, safety and well-being.Displaying confidentiality, tact, reliability and sensitivity to students and their families.Assisting in the supervision of education activities, under the direction of a teacher [working with small groups as well as individual students]; and assisting with playground and bus supervision.Assisting in preparing, storing, making available and clearing away teaching equipment and materials.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to Apply Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); andA 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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