We are seeking to establish a pool of Lead education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Carine Senior High School (SHS) is a school of choice in the northern suburbs of Perth. Our school became an Independent Public School in 2015 and has since been leading academic performance from years 7 to 12 through the recruitment and development of highly effective program coordinators, teachers, and support staff. We accomplish our vision to seek excellence in education through individualised student pathways, which are consistently reviewed and adapted to ensure the best possible outcomes for all students.

Our school community is positive and caring. Wellbeing is an overarching school priority. This is achieved through a dedicated team of specialist professionals who provide holistic support for our students' social and emotional wellbeing with a balanced focus on resiliency. Included are dedicated student services managers, chaplains, community health nurses, psychologists, academic support mentors, and support teachers. Parental involvement in students’ education is welcomed and encouraged as we believe strongly in the importance of open, honest, and supportive links between family and school. Support dogs are in attendance; Noodles and Leo are popular with many. The Student Services team plans regular reward and extra-curricular events for students who consistently strive for success.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.carinehs.wa.edu.au  or Schools Online.

The Role

We are looking to add to our large team of Education Assistants to assist teachers in the delivery of planned education programs in inclusive settings and implement individual student support. The Education Assistants at our school are line managed by a Learning Support and Inclusion Manager. The ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively within a large team of Education Assistants is key to this role.

This position involves supporting students with complex physical, communication and personal care needs within a mainstream secondary school environment.

Suitable applicants may be required to provide personal care and physical assistance, which may include toileting and hygiene support, hoisting and transfers, wheelchair mobility and positioning, and assistance with eating and drinking. The role will also involve supporting the student’s communication, learning, participation and independence throughout the school day. Experience supporting students with significant physical disability, complex communication needs and/or personal care requirements is highly desirable. Appropriate training will be provided where required.

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 James Lorimer, Associate Principal on 0438 850 330 or by emailing james.lorimer2@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact James Lorimer, Associate Principal on 0438 850 330.

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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the delivery of education programs and/or behaviour management plans; and ability to identify problems and assist teachers and other Education Assistants in the development of strategies and solutions.
  • Demonstrated well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, mentor, coach, induct and train other Education Assistants and professional teams, including providing advice and evaluating education programs.
  • Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to coordinate, collect and present student data at a whole school community level in a meaningful way.
  • Demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate staff rosters and relief to assist in the delivery of effective education programs.

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/SS1066788

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 26 October 2026