Special Education Teaching Assistants

3 weeks ago

Sunshine, Australia Tradewind Australia Full time

Contract Type:
- Permanent- Location:
- Sunshine- Industry:
- Education- Salary:
- Up to AU$205.67 per day + Super- Start Date:
- Reference:
- TASDSWESTFEB23_1676337787- 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

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