• Lalor and Reservoir locations
• Gain valuable classroom work experience
• Obtain a Nationally Recognised Qualification

AGA have several Education Support Traineeships available to work in a school supporting students with Autism - we have roles available in both Lalor and Reservoir.

The role will support students between the ages of 5 and 18 with Autism. Our successful trainees will work 5 days per week, from 8:30am - 3:30pm for 12 months whilst completing a Certificate III in Education Support.

Responsibilities:

• Assist teaching staff by performing non-teaching duties
• Assist and participate in learning activities
• Support children with language and literacy
• Prepare learning areas and activities
• Provide individual support to students
• Provide basic physical and emotional care for students such as toileting, meals and lifting
• Assist with the preparation of teaching aids and resources

Role Selection Criteria:

• Good communication skills
• Patient in dealing with people
• Mature and sensible
• Able to work independently and part of a team
• Enjoy helping children learn
• Able to accept direction and supervision

Requirements:

• Personal or professional experience with disability
• Willing to undertake a Police Check and/or Working With Children Check
• Genuine interest in children's education
• No formal qualifications necessary

AGA Trainees will:

• Attend accredited RTO training during the school holidays
• Receive ongoing mentoring & support
• Receive a weekly wage including entitlements
• Work 5 x days per week (school hours approx 33 hours)
• Support children autism
• Government funding available for eligible candidates

Apply online today - Traineeships will commence in term 1.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.