School Coordinator

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.

Join our team as a Leader of Learning & Wellbeing - School Coordinator (Level 1) in a two-year max term contract, with the possibility of extension, with the peace of mind that the successful applicant has a permanent teacher role at the school. There may be some on-class teaching responsibilities in this coordinator role.

A$90,100.00/yr - A$127,281.00/yr base pay range; the range is provided by Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) and your actual pay will be based on skills and experience. Additional compensation and benefits include:

• Special education allowance: A$3,699 p.a.
• Coordinator 1 allowance: A$9,958 p.a.
• Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Professional learning opportunities for career advancement
• Employee referral incentives
• Discounts and employee benefits (e.g., Beny, Fitness Passport)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge International

• Lead and collaborate with a team of specialists including teachers, teacher's aides, school therapists, coordinators, administrators and other Aspect staff to deliver our evidence-informed, student-focused autism-specific approach.
• Use a person-centred and family-focused approach to ensure the delivery of quality educational standards.
• As a core member of the school's Learning Support Team (LST), lead and supervise the teaching team and partner with parents, carers, and other members of the school community.
• Be willing to work at satellite classes based at Eastwood, Lane Cove, and St Ives as required.
• Oversee some or all satellite classes in the coordinator role.

• Recognised university or tertiary teaching qualifications (as determined by NESA).
• Registration with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Ability to work with Assisted School Transport (ASTP) providers and contractors as needed.
• Proven ability to manage the daily staffing schedule and process.
• Proven ability to work with staff and parents and engage in proactive but sometimes difficult conversations.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities including team support.
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum and other areas of need.
• Experience in developing IPs and curriculum for students on the autism spectrum.
• NSW Working With Children Check for paid employment.
• Current driver's licence (per state legislation); Light Rigid (LR) licence is desirable but not required.
• You may be required to provide an International Police Check clearance.

• Full-time base salary range of A$90,100 - A$127,281 depending on qualifications, accreditation, and relevant teaching experience; plus allowances and benefits as listed above.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee referral incentives and access to discounts and benefits.
• Access to EAP and additional support services.

This position is covered by the Independent Schools (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025.

To apply: Please attach your resume and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional.

Successful applicants will be asked to provide their previous Statements of Service to calculate remuneration step level.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 17 October 2025 (we will start interviewing potential candidates prior).

Aspect reserves the right to interview and/or appoint a candidate during any stage of the hiring process.

Enquiries should be directed to: Talia Morgan, Leader of Learning & Wellbeing, or Anna Brady, Principal, Aspect Vern Barnett School, (02) 9454 8359.

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about us at: www.autismspectrum.org.au