Company Description
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.
At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum.
Job Description
As a Leader of Learning & Wellbeing at Aspect Western Sydney School, you will provide curriculum and instructional leadership across our multi-campus school, supporting exceptional outcomes for autistic students. Working closely with teachers, teacher aides, therapists and other school staff, you will champion high-quality teaching, student wellbeing and the delivery of our evidence-informed autism-specific educational model, the Aspect Approach.
Bringing strong secondary teaching and curriculum experience, along with a willingness to support primary settings where needed, you will coach and develop staff, lead educational initiatives and contribute as a key member of the school's Learning Support Team. You will build strong partnerships with families and the wider school community and may also undertake classroom teaching responsibilities as required.
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Education:
Aspect Schools are leaders in education for children on the autism spectrum K-12, leading the way in developing and applying innovative, evidence-based education approaches that create positive outcomes for autistic students and young people.
It’s the perfect time to join one of our ten Aspect Schools, located in NSW and SA, as we continue on our exciting journey alongside Dr Lyn Sharratt to put focus on data, demonstrating growth of students learning and development. Our dedicated Educators are transforming the landscape of autism education, paving the way for brighter futures and boundless opportunities for our students.
About the School:
Aspect Western Sydney School provides placement for approximately 160 students on the autism spectrum from Kindergarten to year 12. Our main site is located at Wetherill Park with 14 satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools across the Western and South Western regions of Sydney.
To find out more about our school, click here.
Qualifications
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To provide for consistency of support across satellite classes, we are ideally looking for coordinators that are currently working or are available to work full-time (38hrs per week)
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Recognised University or Tertiary teaching qualifications (as determined by NESA)
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Registration with NESA (NSW Education Standards Authority)
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Proven ability to collaborate effectively with others
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Demonstrated leadership abilities including team support
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Experience working with students on the autism spectrum
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Experience in developing IP's and curriculum for students on the autism spectrum preferred
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NSW Working With Children Check for paid employment
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Depending on the school's location/requirements it may be essential to have a current driver's licence (per relevant state legislation)
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A Light Rigid (LR) driver's licence is desirable
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You may be required to provide an International Police Check clearance.
Additional Information
What we offer:
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Full-time base salary of $94,155k - $133,009k (depending on qualifications, accreditation and relevant teaching experience) + special education allowance $3,866 p.a. + superannuation
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Coordinator 1 Allowance is $10,406 p.a.
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Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
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Professional Learning opportunities for career advancement
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Access to a wide range of discounts through Beny on everyday purchases
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Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge International.
This position is covered by the Independent Schools (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025.
To apply:
Please attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional.
Successful applicants will be asked to provide their previous Statements of Service to calculate their remuneration step level.
Aspect reserves the right to interview and/or appoint a candidate during any stage of the hiring process.
Enquiries should be directed to: Michelle Zikmundovsky, Principal, Aspect Western Sydney School, [email protected] or (02) 8786 3000.
Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.
Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au
