First Aid Assistant

Western Autistic School¿s vision is to provide a dedicated school for students with autism. At Western Autistic School, we envision a nurturing environment for autistic students in grades Prep to Year 3. Through personalized support and collaborative teaching, we empower each child to thrive socially and academically. Our community celebrates diversity and fosters a commitment to building a strong educational foundation for our students that encourages lifelong learning and achievement. Our school demonstrates commitment to the following values: Diversity Respect Learning as an ongoing process Sharing and growth of knowledge School Profile The Western Autistic School is a large, vibrant and unique school in the western suburbs of Melbourne. We offer an early years program for 300+ young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Prep to Grades 3. Our school caters to autistic students, and synthesises an evidence base drawn from student‑centred, strengths‑based approaches and contemporary research from the fields of autism and inclusive education to develop Individual Learning Programs for each student. Key Features The individual student is the focus of our teaching Each student is provided with an Individual Learning Plan, in collaboration between the student, their family and the teaching team An emphasis on building foundational skills in social communication and functional areas, alongside academic skills particularly in the areas of literacy and numeracy Small classes of approximately eight students, with a teaching team consisting of teachers, education support staff and allied health professionals Individualised transition program for children to move on to their local neighbourhood school Ongoing outreach supports. As part of our school’s mission, WAS is actively involved in research and training. It has a registered training provider The Autism Teaching Institute (ATI) which provides post graduate qualifications to educators working with autistic students. Further information about WAS and its branches is available at: Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a specific education support function. SC2 Demonstrated capacity to supervise the work of other support staff and to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the work area. SC3 Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills. SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position. SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management in respect to the work area. SC6 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others. Role An 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. The position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic)or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher. Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3). A role at this range may include: Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co‑ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager. Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function. Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction. Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgments where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples. Responsibilities The First Aid Assistant will work as a member of a team to support and care for young autistic students who present to the First Aid room with a sickness or injury by assessing the care needs of the child and respond to these needs as per policies and procedures. Furthermore the First Aid Assistant will: Work under the direction of the school nurse, following school protocols and policies to support student health and wellbeing. Advise nurse and/or principal class of medical emergencies, injuries and illness requiring calls to parents/emergency contacts. Support children taken by ambulance to hospital and maintain contact with the school in relation to the care of the child as required. Complete relevant documentation of student visits to First Aid including letters sent home to families reporting their child’s visit to First Aid Room. Make purchase order requests for goods for the First Aid room for the approval of the nurse. Follow student individual Medical Management Plans. Support with the administration of medications at school and recording of medications administered to individual students. Assess the needs of ill children as per the Department of Education, Department of Health and Human Services policies, guidelines and protocols. Liaise closely with the nurse regarding ill children and plans for their care including contact with parents/ medicos as required. Support the nurse with the management and maintenance of the First Aid room and its contents. Adhere to school policies and procedures. Other duties as required. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. Diversity and Inclusion The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au. Applicants seeking part‑time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case‑by‑case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. Child Safe Standards Victorian 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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: DE Values The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: Other Information A written response to each of the Selection Criteria is mandatory. Up to three referees who are able to comment on your application in relation to the Selection Criteria. Referees other than those nominated may be contacted by the Panel. This position is based at Western Autistic School - 1 Burnley Street, Laverton This position is 5 days a week position, working 10am to 2pm daily Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre‑employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at #J-18808-Ljbffr