Special Education Teaching Assistants - Sunshine, Australia - Tradewind Australia

Tradewind Australia

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Sunshine, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Contract Type:

Permanent
Location:
Sunshine
Industry:
Education
Salary:
Up to AU$205.

67 per day + Super- Start Date:

Reference:
TASDSWESTFEB23_ Contact Name:
Education

team

Job Published:

Feb 14, 2023

Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for Casual Relief Work in 2023?_
Do you want the ability to pick your own schedule?_
Do you want more exposure to different environments?_
Tradewind Australia can provide the above_

_There is a demand at the moment for staff in special development schools in the west, with a high demand in Sunshine. A willingness to travel and to learn how to assist students with their meals and toileting (if you don't already have the experience) is highly desirable. Experienced and those that are willing to learn are encouraged to apply_

ABOUT TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA

Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers and teaching assistants for many schools across the greater Melbourne region.

We have a strong reputation of providing high calibre teachers and TA's with flexible and consistent work, whilst also helping them to pursue a rewarding career.

Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.

ABOUT THE ROLE OF A TEACHING ASSISTANT
You will assist the teacher in a variety of schools, expanding your connections and building solid relationships.

You will be expected to have excellent communication skills and be able to use your initiative to help the teacher in full class contexts, in groups and 1:1 setting.

DUTIES

Support students in their work
Assist students with their meals and toileting
Be able to use your initiative to explain concepts in various ways that the student/s can understand
Assist the teacher to deliver high quality learning experiences
Help the teacher to maintain a positive learning environment
Manage behaviours appropriately by following the teachers lead
Supervise students in the playground (when asked)
Collaborate positively with the class teacher

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

Hold a certificate III or IV in Education Support
Be able to adapt to changing work environments
Hold current WWCC Employer version (or have this in process)
Provide an up to date resume outlining your education/child related experience
Be able to provide contact details for two education based referee's from within the last 5 years
Hold a valid working visa, Australian or NZ Passport

OTHER SELECTION CRITERIA

Willing to be able to travel up to an hour to campuses
Willing to be able to work with children with special needs
Willing to assist with meals and toileting
MUST be willing to travel to areas of requirement including Melbourne's South East

BENEFITS

You control how many days you are available to work
If you require advanced bookings, we can try cater to this
Will match your preferences and expertise to appropriate schools
Support through professional development and training with our Principal Mentors
Dedicated consultants giving you personalised support

HOW TO APPLY
**TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER