Education Assistant

Overview

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Location: Settlers Primary School, Baldivis

Salary: Level 2/3, $34.87 - $39.37 per hour (EA Gov GA 2025)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies that may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Settlers Primary School is a dynamic and welcoming school located in the growing community of Baldivis. Since opening in 2005, we have focused on high-quality teaching, strong relationships and a sense of community to support every child to thrive.

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, under teacher direction, you will assist in education programs and promote a supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will help deliver planned education programs to support students in developing academic, social, emotional and physical skills, including the operation of computers and digital technologies. You may provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation of the achievement of goals in special education.

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, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We encourage applicants to explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility and Requirements

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:

1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job
2. Complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Your application should include:

- A CV of up to three pages outlining your employment history and professional learning relevant to this position.
- A three-page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF, including:
- Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills in interactions with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team in evaluating educational programs.
- Demonstrated good organisational skills supporting delivery and development of education programs and subsequent feedback to professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including occupational and/or physiotherapy programs if required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated ability to support the general health and well-being of students.

It is recommended you have 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, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team at (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS994297

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 3 October 2025

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