Casual positions available Commencing asap Mornington Peninsula location Located on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, Woodleigh School is an independent, coeducational school comprising two Junior Campuses, Minimbah in Frankston South and Penbank in Moorooduc and a Senior Campus in Langwarrin South. At the heart of a Woodleigh Education is our commitment to the holistic development of every student within our school. We provide a nurturing and challenging environment that supports students to develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions that they will need to thrive, at and beyond school. We aim to develop independent, resilient, creative and compassionate individuals who can find personal success in life, while making a positive contribution to the communities in which they live. Woodleigh is currently seeking applications from experienced Learning Enhancement Assistants based at our Senior Campus in Langwarrin South. The Learning Enhancement Assistant is responsible for providing support to students with learning difficulties by implementing direct instruction withdrawal lessons under the guidance of the Individualised Learning Teachers at Senior Campus. T he Learning Enhancement Assistant will ensure that the student is fully included in learning and will be responsible for working closely with the class-teacher to help facilitate their learning. We have a number of roles available to cover staff who are away on leave, professional development, camps etc. Please indicate in your cover letter which days you are available to work . Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Working with students with identified learning needs and helping teachers with the delivery of Learning Strategies. Delivering daily direct instruction lessons (MacLit) to students with learning difficulties. Working as part of a team to ensure that the well-being, behaviour and personal development of students enhances learning opportunities and life skills. Assisting with classroom programs as required, particularly in the development of students’ learning program, under the supervision of the classroom teacher. Providing in-class support including: Helping students in the classroom with classroom work Helping the teacher with administration regarding these students of concern in this class as directed by class teacher Providing thorough written feedback to the Director of Learning Enhancement of assistance provided (what, when and to whom) during in-class support Experience and Skills Must be able to demonstrate: Experience working with children in secondary school, previously as a Teacher Aide. An understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children. Strong interest in Literacy support. Minimum qualification of a Certificate of Education Support - Integration Aide/Teacher Aide or a Certificate III in Education Support. Familiarity with some targeted intervention strategies and learning programs. A strong sense of empathy and a warm and welcoming disposition. Experience of evidence based intervention is highly desirable. We welcome candidates with primary experience who are interested in working at a senior school to apply. If you are enthusiastic and have a passion for working with young people training opportunities are also available. Conditions of Employment A Working With Children's Check is required for this position Qualification and First Aid/Anaphylaxis is required for this position For further information about this role, please contact HR on email hrwoodleigh.vic.edu.au Further information about Woodleigh can be found here . Applications must be made online by 5pm Thursday 4 July 2024. We encourage you to submit your application early as interviewing may commence prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to fill the position prior to the closing date. Woodleigh School is an equal opportunity employer. Woodleigh School is committed to a Child Safe school environment and has zero tolerance of child abuse. To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Hall on 0359716100, quoting Ref No. 1047355.