Inclusion Aide - Physical Disabilities & Epilepsy Support (ES 1-2)Schools (Government)Applications close Tuesday 18 February 2025 at 11.59PMOverviewWork type: Part time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Occupation: Education and Training Location: Cranbourne Reference: 1464276Location ProfileAlkira is a Wurundjeri word meaning Big Sky. It was chosen to highlight the place of our learning high on a hill and also the wide and endless opportunities that we make available to our school community.The school continues to be a school of choice in the local area forcing us to manage extreme enrolment growth and transition of students across all year levels reflecting a shift in demographics and diversity of our surrounding community. This year the school enrolments have peaked at 1935 FTE enrolments, not including a number of International students and part time students enrolled in online or offsite programs. Our SFOE index is Medium at 0.4337. Our school is highly multicultural with 30 % of students being born overseas. Enrolments also include Aboriginal students, EAL students and NCCD students.Our school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all students. We adhere to the principles of the Berry Street Education Model and The Resilience Project, which emphasize trauma-informed education, resilience, and emotional well-being. Our commitment extends to being ahead of the curve in supporting students with disabilities, ensuring they have access to tailored resources and opportunities for success.Selection CriteriaKey Selection Criteria:Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary.Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.A commitment to professional learning and growth.RoleAn education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary:Alkira Secondary College is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Inclusion Aide to provide support to students with physical disabilities, including epilepsy, within our secondary school community. This role is integral in ensuring that students with physical challenges receive the assistance necessary to thrive academically and socially in a mainstream school environment. The Inclusion Aide will work closely with students, teachers, and other school staff to create an inclusive and accessible learning environment.Key Responsibilities:Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with physical disabilities and epilepsy, assisting with mobility, positioning, and daily activities.Support students during school routines, including transitions between classes, lunchtime, physical education, and extracurricular activities.Assist in the administration of medical support as required, including following individual health plans for students with epilepsy.Monitor students during seizures (if applicable), providing immediate support and following emergency procedures.Help students with physical tasks, such as note-taking, using assistive technology, and managing mobility aids (e.g., wheelchair, crutches).Collaboration and Communication:Work closely with teachers, Special Education staff, and the Inclusion Coordinator to monitor student progress and implement support strategies.Attend team meetings, training sessions, and relevant professional development to improve the quality of support provided.Communicate effectively with parents/carers regarding students progress, challenges, and wellbeing (in collaboration with the school leadership).Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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