About this job
Suitably experienced and qualified applicants are invited to apply for a permanent full-time, term-time Student Support Assistant role in our Junior School.
The opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Student Support Assistant to join our Student Support and Enrichment (SS&E) Team, from Term 2 2024. The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic, co-operative team, with a passion for providing a vibrant, dynamic, and innovative educational program for our students in the Junior School.
About the Role
The successful candidate will assist with and participating in learning activities and prepare learning areas.
You will also provide individualised, one on one support and assistance to students, to support the student’s full participation and learning in the classroom. Particularly, support will be provided to students with additional learning, physical, social, or behavioural difficulties.
About you
The successful candidate will have experience in providing high quality, impactful support and assistance to students, and confidence working with children. They will be a confident self-starter who enjoys building relationships with multiple stakeholders both inside and outside of the College. You may have experience as or working in an organisation with Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, experience as a Disability Support Worker within a program for children with additional needs etc.
Candidates must:
· Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in providing one on one support to students/children within a school or similar setting
· Have a relevant qualification in School Based Education Support, Youth Work, Disability Work etc.
· Work as a member of a team to support children’s engagement and success as learners
· Demonstrate a passion for collaborative working as a member of a high-functioning team, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
· Be energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate a willingness to grow through the sharing of best practice and professional experience
· Support the acquisition of essential knowledge and skills, development of conceptual understanding, and the development of positive attitudes
· Commit to the safeguarding and promotion of student welfare
· Support Radford’s strategic priorities and goals
· Uphold Radford’s Values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom
Qualifications
· Qualification in an educational or allied health field, or relevant to the duties performed
· Additional training, qualifications or skills in providing support to students with additional needs will be highly regarded
· Current First Aid Certificate
· Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
PERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
· Passion for working with children and providing impactful support and assistance
· Active interest in inquiry pedagogy
· Excellent communication skills
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 work
· Professional Learning financial support
· Salary Continuance Insurance
· Discounted school fees for eligible employees
· Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to gym facilities and group fitness classes
· Generous Superannuation after qualifying period
· Salary Sacrificing
· Excellent resources and grounds
· Free onsite parking
For further information, please visit the Employment page on our Website.
How 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 recruitment@radford.act.edu.au.
Applications will be assessed as received, and should be addressed to:
The Acting Principal, Andy Gordon email: recruitment@radford.act.edu.au