Casual Learning Assistants - Junior Schools

The Role

Applications are invited from suitably experienced, qualified, enthusiastic and caring individuals to support student learning and well-being at the Junior Schools (Prep to Year 6), working in classrooms with individuals and groups of students under the guidance and supervision of the classroom teacher.

This is a casual position working week days between the hours of 8am to 4.06pm as required. 

Duties may include:

• Assisting teachers in the preparation of program activities, including preparation and organisation of classroom resources, materials and equipment
• Monitoring student well-being and reporting any matters of concern
• Supporting student learning in a broad range of activities
• Undertaking supervision duties outside of classroom activities, including playground, excursions, sports activities as required
• Assisting the teacher in maintaining a safe and positive learning environment for the students
• Supporting students with additional needs (eg, anaphylaxis, allergies, physical, or learning disabilities) and assisting students with additional needs in participating in school programs
• Attending and supporting a range of school events and activities as required.

The successful applicants will have relevant experience, a Certificate III in Education Support or higher relevant qualification, current first aid accreditation and a valid Working With Children Check (Employee). The successful applicant will also have experience in supporting students with ASD and AHDH. 

The School

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School has over 3,000 students from K-12 at campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East. We have outstanding staff, facilities and programmes to enhance student wellbeing and learning and develop creative, caring and critical thinkers.

The School provides a diamond education, with a co-educational Kindergarten programme, single-sex education at the Junior Schools and Middle Schools from Years 7 to 10 and co-education at the Larkin Centre (Years 11 to 12).

PEGS promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs.

Benefits

• A collaborative team environment
• Excellent facilities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Please see the position description for further information.

Application process

To apply, please attach a cover letter, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources.

Please see the position description for further details.

Applications are due 9am Friday 4 April 2025.

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.