Commencing in 2022, opportunity to work in education support at an independent school with modern facilities and great team near Berwick. Part time (0.6 FTE), fixed term 1 year, positionLead a team of Learning Diversity Assistants Assist the classroom teacher, as directed Crest Education comprises two independent, coeducational schools with over 2,000 students, an Equestrian Centre and an Environmental Reserve at Clyde North. Hillcrest Christian College, established in 1981, operates from Early Learning to VCE levels. Rivercrest Christian College is an authorised International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) World School and is a Middle Years Programme (MYP) candidate school, with modern facilities at Clyde North. It is a growing College, adding a new year level each year; our first Year 9 level will commence in 2022. Hillcrest Christian College is inviting interested candidates to apply for the role of Learning Diversity Assistant – Team Leader, commencing in January 2022. The primary role of the Learning Diversity Assistant Team Leader is to work with the classroom teacher and other Learning Diversity Assistants, to integrate and support the learning of students in an educational setting. Skills and experienceMinimum qualification of one or more of: Certificate III Education Support, Professional Certificate of Education Support (Monash University), bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or currently studying to be a teacher with full mastery of literacy and/or numeracy concepts to the required year levelUnderstand the nature of secondary students with special needsPrevious experience as a learning support leader / integration / teacher aideTeam leadership experience in a range of settings will be well regardedExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsBenefitsCompetitive salaryFree gym on siteFriendly and supportive working environment12 weeks of leave during school holidays (4 paid weeks and 8 unpaid weeks) Applicants must be able to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Christian ethos of Hillcrest Christian College. Crest Education is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the College’s Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policy. Applicants are required to provide a valid Working With Children Check (non-teachers) or VIT registration (teachers) and will be subject to background checking in accordance with this policy. Crest Education complies with the Victorian Government’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Directions and therefore the successful candidate must provide evidence of vaccination. Applications close Friday 12th November 2021 at 10:00am. Candidates are required to complete the online application and supply a covering letter and CV. Applications should be addressed to Mrs Joanne Ball, Human Resources Manager. Alternatively, for further information, please call Mrs Nelly Mikhail on 9707 7330. www.hillcrest.vic.edu.auPosition Description 55000 AUD Australia - VIC Melbourne - All locations Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs Melbourne