Education Support Traineeship | Special Development School

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AGA offers an Education Support Traineeship in Melbourne’s North, part-time 30 hours a week for 12 months in a specialist school for children aged 5 to 18 with intellectual disabilities. You’ll learn alongside experienced teachers, with access to modern facilities and holiday training blocks. To stand out, show how your communication skills, patience, calm under pressure, and ability to provide physical and emotional support align with completing a Cert III in Education Support; demonstrate readiness to obtain a Working with Children Check and to complete a two-day volunteer trail. Apply now with your resume and a brief statement on why this industry suits you, and tailor your materials to highlight teamwork and reliability.

About the role

This position is in Melbourne’s North, and will see the successful candidate working Parttime, Monday to Friday (30hrs per week) whilst completing a 12-month traineeship in Education Support.

Working within a specialist school dedicated to children aged 5 to 18 years of age with intellectual disabilities, you will not only be working among highly experienced teachers, though will work within a newly built school that provides access to the latest technologies, resources and facilities.

If you are interested in kick-starting your career in a supportive and inclusive environment, where partnerships are formed and diversity is celebrated, apply now to this fantastic opportunity.

What you will be doing

• Complete training blocks within the school holidays
• Support teachers in planning lessons and daily classroom activities
• Provide one-on-one or small group academic help to students
• Assist students who need extra emotional & physical support
• Help manage student behavior in line with school policies
• Other tasks as directed

What we are looking for

• Great communication, engaging personality and people skills
• Patience, compassion and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Capable of providing physical and emotional support to students
• Passionate about completing a Cert III in Education Support
• Ability to complete training blocks within school holidays
• Current Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain
• Willing to complete two-day volunteer trail

About AGA

Starting a career begins well before you get your first job — it begins with training. With AGA, you'll lay solid foundations for your career and benefit from over 40 years’ experience through our Registered Training Organisation (RTO). We are one of Australia’s leading providers of employment and training services and are champions at workforce solutions.

We deliver industry-recognised trade qualifications with flexible training to suit your needs. Whether you’re starting out or upskilling, we support you every step of the way. On top of flexibility in learning, we provide modern training centers, expert trainers and employer support to ensure your journey is successful.

Why choose us?

• Flexible Start Dates: Choose from eight intakes throughout the year with adaptable delivery options to suit your schedule.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train in cutting-edge trade training centres designed to simulate real-world environments.
• Expert Mentorship: Learn from industry-leading professional who will guide and mentor you every step of the way.
• Recognised Qualifications: Earn a nationally recognized qualification upon successful completion of the program.
• Employer Support: Our dedicated employment consultants work closely with employers to ensure a smooth apprenticeship journey.
• Employment Assistance: Our passionate recruitment team is committed to helping you find sustainable employment.
• Apprenticeship Starter Pack: Get a bonus starter pack that includes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to kick off your apprenticeship with confidence (eligibility required).

How to apply?

Please click APPLY now and attach your Resume and a brief statement why this industry is perfect for you.