Education Assistant
South Metro Region
Full-Time
Start Date 2021 – 12 month contract
About Alta-1 College:
Transforming communities through justice, knowledge, recovery and hope.
Alta-1 College WA is an independent Christian, co-educational, CARE (Curriculum and Reengagement in Education) School of 800 students located in various locations across the state. The College was started in Western Australia in 2004 and has since expanded to Queensland in 2015. We function as a multi-campus school, with nearly all Alta-1 Campuses deliberately utilising the premises of an existing church community. As a College, we intentionally work with disengaged and disadvantaged young people who are considered educationally, behaviourally and socio-emotionally at-risk. The students we see are between 12 and 18 years of age and are provided a pathway to complete their secondary education.
Recognising that young people learn best when they feel connected and safe, Alta-1 delivers education in a small school environment while also delivering a well-developed therapeutic recovery model. This unique model provides an environment of belonging for the students encouraging them to acknowledge, confront and resolve negativity while engaging in a journey of healing, restoration, identity formation and purpose finding.
Alta-1 College is committed to providing a child-safe environment which safe-guards all students and is committed to promoting practices which provides safety, wellbeing and welfare of our children and young people
The Opportunity:
Do you have a heart for young people? Would you like the opportunity to help improve the lives of disadvantaged and disengaged teenagers?
We are looking for a passionate Education Assistant with relevant experience to join a large dynamic team of educators and support staff. The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting the teacher in the delivery of the best possible education and duty of care for each student in line with the values and objectives of Alta-1 College.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assisting the Campus Teacher, the Learning Support Teacher and the Chaplain as directed
• Working with individuals and small groups of students to implement tailored strategies under the guidance of the Learning Support Teacher and Campus Teacher
• Extra-curricular involvement
About You:
Essential requirements to be considered for the role:
• To be a practicing Christian with regular church attendance, who is enthusiastic and passionate about helping young people
• Meet the requirements of a Working with Children’s Check and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Hold a minimum of Certificate III in Education Support or General Education
• Ability to determine and scaffold / accommodate and / or modify set tasks to tailor according to individual student needs
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, interpersonal and organisational skills
For more information regarding the function and requirements of this role, please refer to the Job Description located on our website.
Benefits of working for Alta-1 College:
• Attractive Salary Packaging options available
• Opportunities for career progression
• Professional development
• A fun and friendly Christian working environment
To Apply:
If you can see yourself becoming a member of the Alta-1 team and succeeding in this role then please apply. In order to be considered, applications must include a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria, a current Resume and a written reference from your pastor. You can locate the selection criteria in the Job Description on our website: www.alta-1.wa.edu.au/employment
All applications must be submitted via e-mail to hr@alta-1.wa.edu.au addressed to the South Metro Regional Principal, Laurelle Coto.
Application closing date is 4:00pm Sunday 15 November 2020.