Education Assistant - Special Needs

This is a 5 month fixed term, part-time (0.4 FTE) position commencing as soon as possible, with possible extension and/or permanency

Cranbrook Primary School (PS) is situated in the rural town of Cranbrook, in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. Located three hours drive south of Armadale, and one hour north of Albany the major industry in the area is agriculture, including cropping, sheep, cattle and pigs.

The school is a vibrant place, currently catering for 54 children from Kindergarten to Year 6 across three multi-age classes. With a warm and caring school community, a major focus is placed on positive relationships, the development of positive values, and the wellbeing of all members.

Find out more about our school by visiting  Schools Online.

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you would be responsible for assisting in the delivery of planned education programs. This would include managing individual or small groups of students under the direction of the teacher, that will help in the development of young minds and support the general health and wellbeing of students.

Working in a collaborative environment you would provide support for students in the classroom. Special Needs Education Assistants work alongside teachers to ensure the implementation of the school business plan and priorities using the agreed programs and strategies.

The successful applicant should be caring, proactive, and responsive, with the ability to work in a team environment, as well as possess good written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of supporting students with ASD…