Education Assistant

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We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant – Mainstream for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

South Thornlie Primary School was first opened in 1976 and has since grown into a vibrant and diverse school with strong community links. South Thornlie Primary School became an Independent Public School in Term 3 2020.

We currently have a campus of five teaching blocks accommodating Kindy, Pre Primary, Junior, Middle and Senior classes. Our grounds are well maintained with three large play areas including playgrounds and a sporting oval. There are two enclosed assembly areas, STEAM room, Science and Music rooms, Library and a Computer lab. Our school runs a local dental health program and has a Dental Clinic and OSH Club located within the school grounds.

Find out more about our school by visiting South Thornlie Primary School | Achieving Excellence Together or Schools Online

The Role

Suitable applicants will ideally possess the ability to assist in teaching literacy, numeracy, and social skills. You should ideally be flexible and willing to collaborate, work in teams and use explicit teaching techniques. Under teacher direction, you should implement individual or small group programs or demonstrations and assist in the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment and school resources. You would also assist the teacher with care and supervision of students during class activities and excursions, as well as assisting the teacher with the general care and wellbeing of the students.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lisa Harbron, Manager corporate services on 0892323600 or Lisa.Harbron@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
  
  

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
• Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
• Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.
  
  

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS987065

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 25 August 2025Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typePart-time

Job function

• Job functionEducation and Training
• IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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