Job Description

This is more than just a job—it is the first step toward a meaningful career shaping young minds. AGA is recruiting Education Support Traineeship for a premier Specialist Developmental School in Croydon.

As an Education Support Trainee, you will work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and support staff to create an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment for students with diverse learning needs, disabilities, or developmental challenges

This position will commencce in 2027 but interviews and trails will commence in November 2026.

Please Note: Individuals with a Certificate III or higher in Education Support are ineligible for this role.

About this position:

• Gain a Certificate III in Education Support whilst gaining on-the-jobe industry experience
• Secure a steady weekly wage paid under National Training Award rates - $19- $23 per hour
• Work alongside expert teachers supporting children with diverse learning needs, helping them reach their full potential.
• Say goodbye to late nights! Enjoy school-friendly hours from Monday to Friday.
• Receive 12 months of dedicated coaching and support from seasoned education specialists.
• Build a lasting pathway into teaching, special education, youth work, or broader educational roles.
• The successful candidate will ideally commence in late November or early December.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assisting classroom teachers with lesson delivery and educational activities with secondary students.
• Assisting students with Numeracy and Literacy
• Providing direct emotional, behaviour and practical support support, and practical support to students.
• Nurturing student independence, social skills, and classroom engagement.
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Individuals who are passionate about working with children and making a difference.
• Patient, empathetic communicators who remain calm under pressure.
• No prior experience is required! Previous experience working with children or children with disaibilities would be highly regarded.
• Note: The successful candidate must hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Applicants will travel to Deer Park through the school holidays to complete the theory coponent of this position.

As part of our recruitment process, applicants must be available to complete a 2-day trial period. This trial gives you the opportunity to experience the role firsthand and ensure you are ready to commit to a 12-month traineeship. Simultaneously, it allows our teaching staff to observe your interactions with both students and colleagues.

Whats Next?

1. Click I'm Interested to register your profile
2. Ensure you resume and contact details are all up-to-date
3. Provide a Cover letter stating your interests into this position.

AGA are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.