Join a highly motivated and enthusiastic teamUse your teaching skills to make a positive impact on the lives of our studentsAbout Us: At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride. About the Role: Reporting to Manager Early Childhood and Community Services, Teaching Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting teachers in our Transition Education and Work Education Courses at Victoria University. An example of duties you may perform include:Provide support in the classroom to students that have an intellectual disability or permanent cognitive impairment. (May be 1 on 1 or larger groups)Support teachers and students during off campus activities, excursions, and work placementsSupport teachers to prepare classroom environments and learning materialsThis is a Casual Position at HEP 3 Classification Level, working approximately 20 hours plus employer superannuation. About You: The successful candidate will have:Experience with working directly with individuals with intellectual disabilitiesPatience and empathyA “ can do” positive attitude What We Offer:For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging please visit https://www.vu.edu.au/staff/benefits-services-for-staff. How to Apply: For a Duty Statement and submit an application, please visit our Career Website.Applications must include:A cover letterResponses to Key Selection Criteria as listed in the Duty StatementYour curriculum vitae/resume, Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registrationApplications close: Friday 23rd of February 2024, 11:59pm AEST Who do I contact:For further information relating to the position, please contact Michelle Reilly, Manager Early Childhood & Community Services, by email at Michelle.Reillyvu.edu.au. Our Commitment to Protecting Country:VU honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect or Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.VU is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. VU encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under represented backgrounds in this field.