Education Support Worker

Ready for a New Challenge? Disability Support Workers Wanted in Education!
 
If you've built a rewarding career in disability support and are looking for a fresh challenge, greater work-life balance, or a chance to make an impact in a new environment, we'd love to hear from you. Take your experience into the classroom and make a lasting impact on students' lives.  
ANZUK Education is seeking passionate support workers looking for consistent hours, improved work-life balance, and a rewarding career in education. 

Role Benefits/Why You'll Love This Role

• Consistent hours and reliable work
• School-friendly hours and great work-life balance
• Diverse school environments where every day is different
• Career growth opportunities within education
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Extra holiday program and OSHC opportunities
• Easy-to-manage bookings through our mobile app
• Access to a large network of schools across Melbourne's South and East

About the Role
As an Education Support Worker within Special Development Schools (SDS) and specialist education settings you'll bring your support skills into education and help students reach their full potential. You'll work alongside educators and allied health professionals, to create inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environments. 

A day in the life of an Education Support Worker: 

• Assist students with daily living skills such as toileting, personal care, meal assistance and physical transfers
• Supporting students with learning, regulation and communication skills
• Assisting in creating safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environments
• Encouraging student independence and personal development
• Working alongside teachers, therapists, and other education professionals
• Receiving ongoing support from your dedicated ANZUK consultant

Every day brings new challenges, rewarding moments, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in a student's life. 

Role Requirements

• Certificate III in Disability, Certificate III in Education Support, or equivalent qualification
• Experience supporting individuals with high-needs disabilities in community, residential, or educational settings
• At least 6 months' experience working with school-aged children
• Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students
• Strong communication skills, patience, and empathy
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Working With Children Check and NDIS Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Availability for full school-day shifts, generally 8:15am to 3:30pm (with some half-day opportunities available)
• Ability to travel throughout Melbourne's South region, including areas such as Officer, Cranbourne, Frankston, and Mornington
• Accept occasional same-day bookings
• Proficiency with AUSLAN is desirable but not essential

Why ANZUK Education?
At ANZUK Education, we're committed to connecting great people with meaningful opportunities in schools. Whether you're looking to transition into education or build on your existing experience, our team will support you every step of the way.  

How to Apply

• Ready to make a lasting impact in the classroom? We'd love to hear from you.
• Applications must be submitted via the SEEK link or via our website.

ANZUK Education is committed to child safety, inclusion, and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and conduct thorough screening checks on all successful applicants.
Apply today and start your journey from Disability Support to Education!