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 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Port Kennedy Primary School (PS) is an independent public school and opened in 1996 to serve a rapidly growing coastal suburb located within the City of Rockingham 55 kilometres south of Perth.

At Port Kennedy PS, our students are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing high-quality education while building a strong sense of belonging and community. Our passionate staff work collaboratively, sharing their expertise and interests to nurture a positive school culture focused on growth and continuous improvement.

Guided by our ethos of ‘Striving for Excellence’, we encourage every child, educator, and community member to achieve their personal best and contribute to a supportive and inspiring learning environment.

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

The Role

We are ideally looking for staff who:

• Have a Certificate III in Education Support
• Are passionate about teaching and learning
• Are committed to maximising their impact on student learning
• Actively contribute to a positive school culture
• Work collaboratively as part of our team to ensure consistent practice
• Actively support current whole school processes
• Are committed to their own ongoing professional development
• Use initiative and have the ability to problem solve
• Have a ‘can do’ attitude
• Have a sense of humour and find joy in their work.

As a Mainstream Education Assistant at Port Kennedy PS, you would play a vital role in supporting student learning and wellbeing. Working under teacher direction, you will assist in the delivery of planned education programs and provide targeted support to individuals and small groups of students.

We are seeking applicants who are ideally organised, proactive, and able to use their initiative to prepare and maintain engaging learning environments. Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are important to effectively implement programs and build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider school community.

Experience with the MultiLit suite of intervention programs and trauma-informed practices is highly desirable, though not essential. A broad repertoire of skills and strategies to support the diverse learning and social needs of our students is also valued. The suitable applicants will ideally display a commitment to fostering student growth both academically and socially while working collaboratively as part of a dynamic school team.

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 Leah Baas, Deputy Principal on (08) 9553 0950 or emailing leah.baas@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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A two (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
  2. Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
  3. Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
  4. 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/SS1065267

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 3 November 2026