Educational Assistant – Senior School

About Us

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley on 32 acres of green space, Hunter Valley Grammar School (HVGS) is an independent, non-selective, secular, coeducational day school for students from Preschool to Year 12.

Our innovative curriculum and co-curriculum activities foster curiosity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurialism, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow’s workplaces.

About the Role

Hunter Valley Grammar School seeks to appoint a permanent full-time Educational Assistant to our Senior School.

The Educational Assistant – Senior School plays a critical role in supporting HVGS Senior School students and staff by assisting to provide social, emotional, physical, cognitive and /or sensory support in the classroom or learning environment.

The Educational Assistant – Senior School has a passion for helping students be the best they can be and help create an environment where students are able to flourish.

Work Pattern: This is a permanent full-time position working 38 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:06 pm with a 30-minute lunch break, during term time only.

Key Duties

As an Educational Assistant in the Senior School, you will be required to:

• Apply knowledge of appropriate strategies to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom
• Understand students’ individual strengths, challenges and support them effectively
• Strive to build positive and respectful relationships with all students and colleagues
• Prepare teacher aids such as photocopying, collate written or printed material, develop charts, games, and scaffolds/aids as necessary
• Deliver targeted programs with a focus on intervention and supporting students’ needs
• Assist individual students in developing cognitive, social, emotional, and/or behavioural skills as needed in accordance with student Personalised Learning Plans
• Support individual students to regulate behaviours and use a trauma informed approach when supporting a student’s wellbeing
• Source and develop teaching resources to support teachers of students with diverse needs
• Support teachers to maintain an effective and vibrant learning environment, via the delivery of educational curriculum specifically as it relates to students’ individual needs
• Support students through the creation of scaffolds for assessment tasks timetables and planners to support students
• Assist and support students when operating practical subjects, ie practical experiments (where required)
• Undertake administrative duties including student data record keeping, filing, prompt and responsible use of email, and engagement in Microsoft Teams, OneNote; Microsoft Office skills are essential
• Attend after school support classes and provide direct support and supervision of students
• Complete observations of students as required, including monitoring, and recording of interventions for NCCD processes
• Complete professional development training to help ensure further development of current, relevant, and future necessary skills
• Use knowledge and skills gained through professional learning to improve professional practice
• Support and assist students in both academic and non-academic activities during school hours
• Participate in a supervisory and support role at Senior School excursions and sporting carnivals, including the Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics Carnivals and School Camps
• Share sensitive information with appropriate persons whilst maintaining a student’s confidentiality
• Other duties as directed by the Head of Student Services (Senior School)

About You

• You will hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance or willingness to obtain prior to commencement (essential)
• A Certificate III or IV in Educational Support or equivalent (highly desirable)
• A current CPR/First Aid Certificate or equivalent (highly desirable)
• 2 years’ experience in a similar role (desirable)
• Basic knowledge and understanding of Special Education Needs and Disabilities
• Ability to engage with students of all ages compassionately and empathetically while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• High level of written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and an innate ability to converse respectfully and kindly with parents, students, and teachers
• Excellent digital literacy skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe Suite)
• Ability to:
  • build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of people
  • work in a dynamic team environment
  • work autonomously, using initiative and without direct supervision support
  • provide support to a small group or individual students in basic skills as required
  • motivate students to participate in unfamiliar or challenging academic, social and/or physical activities
  • contribute openly and with confidence with other team members in a respectful and sensitive manner
  • redirect and support students into appropriate behaviours during activities
  • maintain strict confidentiality at all times
  • maintain safe work practices.

For a complete picture of the role, you can find the full Job Description on our website.

Benefits

At HVGS, we’re dedicated to empowering our staff to thrive in the dynamic realm of teaching and learning. We uphold this commitment by equipping our educators with cutting-edge tools and skills necessary to excel in their profession.

Moreover, HVGS offers a suite of exclusive benefits to our valued staff members, including:

• 15 days Personal Leave for all full-time, permanent staff (prorated for part-time staff)
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport, which provides you and your family with flexible access to a wide range of gyms and pools, at a discounted price
• State-of-the-Art teaching and learning infrastructure
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Staff strength and conditioning sessions and the school gym
• Salary Sacrificing options, including novated leasing

Join HVGS and be part of a supportive community committed to your professional growth, well-being, and success.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply by completing the online Job Application form here: https://www.hvgs.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/

Applications submitted via SEEK’s ‘apply for job’ button will not be considered.

For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact Human Resources on (02) 4934 2444 or [email protected].

Applications close: 5:00 pm Sunday, 14 September 2025.

Hunter Valley Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Applications received after this date will not be considered. HVGS is an equal opportunity employer. All staff must have a current Employee Working with Children Check.