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 aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

You will collaborate with a team of specialists including teachers, teacher's aides, school therapists, coordinators, administrators and other Aspect staff to deliver our evidence-informed, student focused autism-specific approach - the Aspect Comprehensive Approach [ACA]. Use a person-centred and family-focused approach to ensure the delivery of quality educational standards. As a core member of the school's Learning Support Team (LST), you will lead and supervise the teaching team and partner parents, carers and other members of the school community. You may be required to undertake on-class teaching responsibilities. To view the full position profile, please click here. [AMEND AS NECESSARY - L1, L2 OR TEACHING AND LEARNING L2]

Education:

Aspect Schools are leaders in education for children on the autism spectrum K-12, leading the way in developing and applying innovative, evidence-based education approaches that create positive outcomes for autistic students and young people.

It’s the perfect time to join one of our nine Aspect Schools located in NSW and SA as we embark on our exciting journey alongside Lyn Sharratt to put focus on data, demonstrating growth of students learning and development. Our dedicated Educators are transforming the landscape of autism education, paving the way for brighter futures and boundless opportunities for our students.

About the School: [select & delete as appropriate]

Aspect Central Coast School provides placement for approximately 140 students on the autism spectrum from ages 4 to 18 years from two campuses at Terrigal, as well as from 6 satellite classes within the local Catholic Schools.

To find out more about our school, click here.

Aspect Hunter School provides placement for approximately 200 students on the autism spectrum from Kindergarten to year 12 at its main school at Thornton, and across its satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools in Newcastle, Hunter and Port Macquarie regions. Aspect Hunter School also offers a Distance Education program for students on the autism spectrum in years 3 to 8 from across NSW. 

To find out more about our school, click here.

Aspect Macarthur School provides placement for approximately 110 students on the autism spectrum from Kindergarten to year 10. Our main site is located at Cobbitty with 6 satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools in the Macarthur area and another main site school in Coffs Harbour, NSW.

To find out more about our school, click here.

Aspect Riverina School is situated in a beautiful inner city centre  location with charming buildings and recently renovated facilities. The school proudly provides placement for approximately 100 students on the autism spectrum from ages 4 to 17 from Albury, as well as from 4 satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools in Albury and Wagga Wagga.

To find out more about our school, click here.

Aspect South Coast School provides placement for approximately 120 students on the autism spectrum from ages 4 to 17 years. It has its administration/main campus at Corrimal and 4 satellite sites within the Catholic, Independent and Department of Education schools across the Wollongong and Shellharbour region.

To find out more about our school, click here.

Aspect South East Sydney School provides placement for approximately 180 students on the autism spectrum from ages 4 to 18 years of age. The School’s main sites are at Peakhurst, Marrickville and Loftus and there are 9 satellite classes within Sydney Catholic schools and Department of Education schools across the South East Sydney region of Sydney. 

To find out more about our school, click here.

Aspect Vern Barnett School provides placement for approximately 120 students on the autism spectrum from ages 4 to 16 years from Forestville, as well as from 5 satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools in Sydney’s northern suburbs.

To find out more about our school, click here.

Aspect Western Sydney School provides placement for approximately 160 students on the autism spectrum from Kindergarten to year 12. Our main site is located at Wetherill Park with 14 satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools across the Western and South Western regions of Sydney.

To find out more about our school, click here.

• To provide for consistency of support across satellite classes, we are ideally looking for coordinators that are currently working or are available to work full time (38hrs per week)
• Recognised University or Tertiary teaching qualifications (as determined by NESA)
• Registration with NESA (NSW Education Standards Authority) 
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with others
• Demonstrated leadership abilities including team support
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum
• Experience in developing IP's and curriculum for students on the autism spectrum preferred
• NSW Working With Children Check for paid employment
• Depending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's licence (per relevant state legislation)
• A Light Rigid (LR) driver's licence is desirable
• You may be required to provide an International Police Check clearance

What we offer:

• Full time base salary of $78k - $114k (depending on qualifications, accreditation and relevant teaching experience) + special education allowance $3,392 p.a. + superannuation [(rate updated Feb 2023) CHECK RATE & AMEND AS APPLICABLE]
• Coordinator 1 Allowance $9,124
• Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
• Learning opportunities for career advancement
• Access to a wide range of discounts through Perkbox on everyday purchases
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

To apply

Please attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional.  

Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration step level.  

Enquiries should be directed to: 

HIRING MANAGER, EMAIL ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER

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