Education Assistant

Overview
Join to apply for the
Education Assistant - Mainstream
role at
Department of Education, Western Australia
. 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.
Clifton Hills Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School (IPS) located in the Kelmscott foothills. We have a strong commitment to offering innovative and best practice educational programs. We offer a busy and vibrant workplace filled with passionate people who care about what they do. We have an evolving culture of continuous review and improvement. We support opportunities to develop your skills as a valued member of our team in our child focused learning environment. Find out more about our school by visiting cliftonhillsps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally work collaboratively with teachers to plan and implement engaging, challenging and purposeful learning programs that are inclusive of all students in their care. It will ideally be highly regarded if you have high expectations and possess the belief that every child can succeed and that every child is important. The successful applicant will ideally support the teacher to nurture students' academic and social and emotional growth.
Ideally, the successful applicant will display experience in supporting phonics, oral language and social and emotional learning programs. Under the guidance of the teacher, you will assist in the delivery of planned educational programs, implement individual or small-group programs and provide valuable feedback to support student learning, including working with students identified as being at educational risk. It is highly desirable that the successful applicant is self-reflective, welcomes feedback and committed to ongoing growth of your practice.
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 work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2:
Attach your documents. Your application should include:
A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three-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 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS
The Department applies a four day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 11 September 2025
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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