Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia's largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.Job DescriptionAustralia's largest provider of autism-specific educational servicesFull-time, maximum term contract for 2025Base salary $83-122k + special education allowance $3,557p.a. + superannuationLocated at Aspect Hunter School's Port Macquarie campus (NSW)Experience in Primary and/or High School settingsWhat you will do:Aspect is a leader in education for children on the autism spectrum. Working at Aspect means you will be supported by a team of passionate professional educators. You will help create a learning environment that tailors to the individual needs of students through evidence-informed best practice in autism. Class sizes are small and you always have the assistance of a dedicated teacher aide. You will learn about the ACA which is Aspect's comprehensive approach to the way we support people. You will work closely in a team that includes the student, family, teacher aide and other professionals such as our school psychologist, speech therapists and occupational therapists to develop and deliver quality learning programs. This wrap-around multi-disciplinary approach to support means that you will gain new skills and work experience that can help you reach your professional goals.Minimum Requirements:Special Education qualifications are preferredExperience working with students on the autism spectrum or with other intellectual disabilities (desirable)NSW Working with Children Check clearance for paid employmentDepending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's licenceA Light Rigid (LR) driver's licence (desirable)You may be required to provide an international police clearance.Additional InformationWhat we offer:Ongoing learning opportunities for advancementFull-time base salary of $83k - $122k (depending on qualifications, accreditation and relevant teaching experience) + special education allowance $3,557p.a. + superannuationSalary packaging options to increase your take-home payEmployee referral incentiveAccess to a wide range of discounts through Perkbox on everyday purchasesDiscounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness PassportPlease include your resume and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional. Applications should be received by Friday, 22 November 2024.Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration step level.Enquiries should be directed to: Lauren Shearer, School Coordinator, Aspect Hunter School (Port Macquarie) - is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.#J-18808-Ljbffr