Teacher's Aide

Company DescriptionAutism 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.At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.About The SchoolThe Aspect Hills Shire School will be a new state-of-the-art primary school in Box Hill, NSW. The new school is located within “The Gables”, a vibrant new suburb that is owned and developed by Stockland. The campus will cater for 72 students on the autism spectrum from Kindergarten to Year 6.Job DescriptionTEACHER'S AIDE (casual opportunities commencing 2026)Join us in building the foundation of a new school environment, and co-creating transformative experiences for both staff and studentsDo you want to help students achieve their education and wellbeing goals with your expertise and passion?At Aspect, work with students and families to identify student learning goals, building their capacity to succeed and excel.What You Will DoYou will help create a learning environment that tailors to the individual needs of students through evidence informed best practice in autism. A challenging, rewarding and varied role making a difference in the lives of children on the autism spectrum and their families. Develop your knowledge of autism and specialist education approaches. You will learn about the ACA which is Aspect's Comprehensive Approach to the way we support autistic people. You will work closely in a team with other professionals such as our school psychologist, speech therapists and occupational therapists to develop and deliver quality learning programs.QualificationsWhat you bringExperience working with students on the autism spectrum or other intellectual disability (desirable)Experience implementing Individual PlansKnowledge of transitioning students into mainstream settingsCertificate III in Education Support or other relevant tertiary qualification (desirable)Effective communication skillsFirst Aid Certificate (desirable)Depending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's licence (per relevant state legislation)A Light Rigid (LR) driver's licence (desirable)Capacity to travel across all sites in the areaNSW Working with Children Check for paid employment (required)You may be required to provide an international police check.Click here for the position profile.Additional InformationWhat We Offer$50.85 per hour (includes casual loading) + superannuationSalary packaging options to increase your take-home payEmployee referral incentivesAccess to a wide range of discounts through Beny on everyday purchasesDiscounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge InternationalTo apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional, but please indicate your availability (which days you are available).Expressions of interest are always welcome, however, Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.Enquiries should be directed to: Helen Nystazos, Leader of Learning and Wellbeing, Aspect Hills Shire School, [email protected] or 0427 231 539.Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes and are happy to individualise these.Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au