Teacher Aide

at  The Salvation Army

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
The teacher’s aide will work closely and co-operatively with teaching staff, to provide support for student learning in; classroom, small group, and one-to-one settings, to enhance the learning outcomes of students.
Why This Role Matters
The teacher’s aide will work closely and co-operatively with teaching staff, to provide support for student learning in; classroom, small group, and one-to-one settings, to enhance the learning outcomes of students.
About The Role
The Salvation Army is seeking a suitably qualified teacher’s aide to work as part of a collaborative teaching team, which is committed to supporting students to achieve their personal best. This is a permanent part-time role (30 hours per week) and is based out of Riverview, Ipswich.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Education Services General Award Level 3.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide learning support for students in classroom, small group, and one-to-one settings class, under the direction of the classroom teacher years 7-12* (*dependent on individual school needs).
• Foster a growth mindset within students.
• Monitors, models and encourages appropriate social and emotional learning, and develops positive behaviour plans.
• Maintains appropriate school records in line with TSA procedures and Government legislation.
• Contributes to and participates in appropriate training and professional development activities including regular supervision.
• Additional duties as determined by the Manager of Student Learning/Principal.

About You

• Teacher Aide Qualifications. E.g. Certificate III in Education Support or Certificate IV in Education Support or other relevant qualification.
• Experience supporting students who have been disengaged from mainstream school and the ability to re-engage and motivate students into educational/ training pathways.
• An understanding of the effects of trauma on young people.
• Experience in working with students in years 7-12* (*dependent on individual school needs)
• Salary is based on award rates and dependent upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant. Days and hours will be dependent on school needs during term time only, with stand-down during term breaks.
• A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• A current and valid Working with Children’s Check

What We Offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

• Flexible work conditions.
• An attractive salary including NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2650).
• Purchase leave, study leave, Paid parental leave.
• Opportunity for training and career development.
• Free Onsite parking.
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits.
• Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase. Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service .

How To Apply
If you’re excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboratio

• Provide learning support for students in classroom, small group, and one-to-one settings class, under the direction of the classroom teacher years 7-12* (*dependent on individual school needs).
• Foster a growth mindset within students.
• Monitors, models and encourages appropriate social and emotional learning, and develops positive behaviour plans.
• Maintains appropriate school records in line with TSA procedures and Government legislation.
• Contributes to and participates in appropriate training and professional development activities including regular supervision.
• Additional duties as determined by the Manager of Student Learning/Principal