Start your career with The Salvation Army today!

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 review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities. Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment, and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses and youth justice programs.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven Teacher's Aide to work as part of a collaborative teaching team, which is committed to supporting students to achieve their personal best. 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.

You will successfully:

• 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

This is a part-time (30hrs per week), permanent position, located in Bundaberg, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Education Services General award.

You will have:

• 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)
• Experience working in collaborative teams
• Experience in supporting and working with vulnerable families
• 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
• Current WWCC Qld (blue Card) or the ability to obtain one
• A national police record check is required

We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure.

What we offer:

• Flexible working conditions
• (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today! For all Job Ad enquiries contact Ellie Knight on [email protected] using the subject line: Teacher Aide - Bundaberg enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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 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 National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.