Job Description

The roles:

We have both permanent part time and casual opportunities available at AQ School - Sunnybank.

• Permanent part time opportunity: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
• Casual Opportunity: Casual shifts available Monday-Friday.

Bus Aides assist with transporting smaller groups of students for pick-up and drop-off (with a maximum of 12 passengers) in our privately operated 12-seater school bus ensures a more personalised and safe experience. In this role you will assist children with boarding, buckling seat belts, and engaging the children in fun activities.

This role is supported day-to-day by a dedicated School Bus Manager, and you will work collaboratively within a team of committed aides and bus drivers who prioritise student wellbeing and effective teamwork.

A life of participation, opportunity, and choice.

Everyday Impact. Every Day.

Working at Autism Queensland is about life and all the moments that make up each day. The highs, the lows and everything in between.

We walk alongside our clients, families, and carers, helping them on their journey to achieving their goals and living life on their terms.

At AQ, you’ll work with people who are generous, caring, compassionate, and resilient.

Want to do work that feels impactful? Look no further than Autism Queensland where you'll truly make a difference as a Bus Aide.

And you’ll see your impact – every single day.

“When you’re working for a purpose of bettering the lives of families or kids, the work you’re doing is that much more important.”

From health and wellness programs to professional development, we encourage our staff to strive for a better balance.

• Access up to $18,000 in Not-For-Profit salary packaging including entertainment card benefits (permanent role only).
• Look after your health through discounts to eligible Medibank private health insurance.
• Prioritise wellbeing through a discounted Fitness Passport with access to various fitness and aquatic centres all around the country – for you AND your immediate family!
• Gain meaningful experience through empowering autistic people, their families, carers, and the wider community. 
• Connect to a range of services with AccessEAP including counselling, nutritional, legal and financial professionals.

 While our top priority is finding people who share our genuine passion in supporting our clients, here are a few things the right person will be equipped with: 

• Experience in escorting and/or transportation of children or community groups
  (highly regarded).
• Proven ability to provide positive behaviour support to children with autism or other
  disabilities.
• Working with Children Blue Card - or able to obtain.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively within a team environment.
• Current First Aid qualification, Provide CPR qualification - or willing to obtain.

If you possess a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of children, we'd love to have you on board. Join us in building brighter futures! Apply today!

Autism Queensland strives to create environments where everyone has equal access to connect their greatest passions with their fullest potential, celebrating all people and their right to participate and belong. We ask that you please let us know if there are any adjustments you may need to ensure you are supported during our recruitment process.