Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.

At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum.

Join us in building the foundation of a new school environment, and co-creating transformative experiences for both staff and students

Do you want to help students achieve their education and wellbeing goals with your expertise and passion?

At Aspect, work with students and families to identify student learning goals, building their capacity to succeed and excel.

About the School: 

The Aspect Hills Shire School will be a new state-of-the-art primary school in Box Hill, NSW.  Building is well underway and the school is set to open Term 1, 2025. The new school is located within “The Gables”, a vibrant new suburb that is owned and developed by Stockland. The campus will cater for 72 students on the autism spectrum from Kindergarten to Year 6.

What you will do: 

You will help create a learning environment that tailors to the individual needs of students through evidence informed best practice in autism. A challenging, rewarding and varied role making a difference in the lives of children on the autism spectrum and their families. Develop your knowledge of autism and specialist education approaches.  You will learn about the ACA which is Aspect's Comprehensive Approach to the way we support autistic people.  You will work closely in a team with other professionals such as our school psychologist, speech therapists and occupational therapists to develop and deliver quality learning programs.

What we are looking for:

• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum or other intellectual disability (desirable)
• Experience implementing Individual Plans
• Knowledge of transitioning students into mainstream settings
• Certificate III in Education Support or other relevant tertiary qualification (desirable)
• Effective communication skills
• First Aid Certificate (desirable)
• Depending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's licence (per relevant state legislation)
• NSW Working with Children Check required
• You may be required to provide an international police check

Click here for the position profile.

What we offer:

• Full-time, ongoing positions (during school term-time only)
• $34.72 per hour plus superannuation, in alignment with the Independent Schools NSW (Support and Operational Staff) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Employee referral incentive
• Access to a wide range of discounts through Perkbox on everyday purchases
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

To apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. We do not accept CV's directly via email.

Applications should be received by 6 October 2024, however, Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.

Enquiries should be directed to: Shane Morris, Principal, Aspect Hills Shire School, [email protected] or 0490 245 607.

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au