Academic Support Specialist

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Grammar School Full time

Melbourne Grammar School, a leading independent school in Australia, seeks a highly skilled Academic Support Specialist to join its team for Semester 1.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting students to access the curriculum through individualised support and small working groups.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates a caring attitude and sense of awareness towards the individual needs of our students and works collaboratively with members of the Learning Strategies department and Teaching Staff.

As an Academic Support Specialist, you will promote a warm, positive and nurturing environment and thrive on working as part of a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering a holistic education.

About Melbourne Grammar School

Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia's leading independent schools, known for its inclusive community-focused culture and commitment to excellence in every role.

The School has three campuses to meet the diverse needs of different age groups.

The Middle School, Wadhurst, specialises in educating 12-to-14-year-olds by addressing the transition from childhood to adolescence.

You will work at our South Yarra campus, which is attended by approximately 350 boarders and day boys.

Key Responsibilities
  • BUILD AND MAINTAIN A POSITIVE WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH DESIGNATED STUDENTS.
  • TEACH INTERVENTION PROGRAMS AS ASSIGNED AND RECORD SESSION NOTES.
  • LIAISE WITH LEARNING STRATEGIES STAFF AND CLASSROOM TEACHERS TO ENSURE STUDENTS ARE GIVEN EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS.
  • ASSIST STUDENTS WITH PERSONAL CARE NEEDS AS REQUIRED AND SUPPORT THEIR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT.
  • ENSURE STUDENTS HAVE ACCESS TO THE CURRICULUM TO THE BEST OF THEIR ABILITY.
  • REFER PARENTAL CONCERNS AND REQUESTS TO THE CLASS TEACHER FOR DECISIONS.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be able to build strong relationships with students, staff and parents, and demonstrate a high level of discretion and confidentiality.

A relevant qualification or experience in education or a related field would be advantageous.

The salary for this position is estimated to be around $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.



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