Position Details

Mater Dei College has the chance for a full-time, ongoing Education Assistant - Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Learning Support) to become an integral part of the College’s Learning Support Department, commencing 1 January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionare and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about inclusive education and supporting students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing to achieve their full academic, social and personal potential.

Working collaboratively with classroom teachers, families and relevant specialists, the successful applicant will play an important role in providing individualised educational assistance, promoting student independence and ensuring equitable access to learning opportunities and College life.

Responsibilities The Education Assistant - Deaf and Hard of Hearing will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are inclusive of, but not limited to:

- Providing individualised, one-on-one and small group support to students who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as students with additional learning needs.
- Assisting classroom teachers with the implementation of teaching programs, Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) and appropriate learning adjustments.
- Supporting students in accessing classroom instructions, learning materials, discussions and assessment tasks through appropriate communication and accessibility strategies.
- Assisting with the preparation and adaptation of classroom resources to accommodate individual learning and communication needs.
- Supporting the effective use of assistive learning devices, hearing technologies and other accessibility tools.
- Monitoring student engagement and progress, maintaining appropriate records and assisting with relevant student support documentation.





Selection Criteria The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism whilst supporting the Catholic ethos and values of the College.

You Will

- Hold relevant qualifications and/or experience, including a Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support or equivalent, or qualifications or training in Auslan, Deaf Education or a related field.
- Have experience supporting secondary school students, particularly those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (highly desirable).
- Demonstrate an understanding of the individual learning, communication and social-emotional needs of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
- Demonstrate patience, empathy, flexibility and initiative when responding to individual student needs.
- Experience developing and implementing differentiated learning programs and individualised educational adjustments.
- Show strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to collaborate with colleagues.
- Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
- Actively support and contribute to the co-curricular life of the College.

Qualifications Required

- Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support.
- Specialist qualifications in Deaf Education, or relevant experience supporting students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

Terms of Employment
- Hold a National Police Clearance.
- Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWC).
- Hold, or be working towards completion of, Accreditation to Work.
- Annually complete Child Protection Procedures and Mandatory Reporting Training.

Highly Desirable
- Experience working in supporting students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing within a mainstream secondary school environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of communication methods and reasonable adjustments for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

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