Education Assistant

2 days ago


City Of Karratha, Australia VenuesWest Full time

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

Division: Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region

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

If you are motivated , committed and nurturing with a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of students with disabilities, Karratha Primary School (PS) encourages you to apply to their dynamic team.

Karratha PS is an inclusive mainstream school with an endorsed Education Support program for students with additional needs. As part of a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, you will play an integral part in both an Education Support program that caters for students with high educational needs, as well as supporting students in need within the context of mainstream classrooms.

Our Education Support program is fluid and dynamic, specialising in education for students with additional educational needs who require substantial teaching and learning adjustments. Opportunities are also provided for students to be exposed to a range of mainstream integration experiences, appropriate to their level of development.

The successful applicant will support teachers in the delivery and evaluation of clearly defined educational plans. A collaborative focus on targeted academic, social and emotional goals aim to support students to successfully participate in all aspects of their lives and community. The successful applicant will become part of a caring and connected team that is cohesive and student focused. Flexibility, sound interpersonal skills and good communication skills arehighly desirable.

Located on stunning Ngarluma Country, Karratha PS is a well-established Independent Public School in the heart of Karratha. Impressive facilities and beautifully landscaped grounds have been specifically designed to be inclusive of all students. Five teaching areas include low stimulus spaces, a sensory room, various play areas and conference rooms to accommodate case management meetings with close, collaborative and respectful interagency partners. A strong school ethos of ‘care, personal best and responsibility’ underpins our inclusive learning environment.

Want to know more?

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

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.

- 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

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.

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 good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.

- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.

- Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.

- Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.

- Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.

- Demonstrated ability to assist with 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/SS1000285

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 7 November 2025

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