Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS1004695 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.

We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Welcome to Spearwood Primary School (PS). We cater for children from Kindergarten to Year Six. We take pride of the high expectations of our students and staff in a high care environment. We offer a safe learning environment to develop healthy and resilient learners.

At Spearwood PS we foster a positive environment where emphasis is placed upon a cohesive sense of belonging, values, and success for everyone. We are a caring, multicultural community working together to nurture our children into responsible members of society.

Spearwood PS has a whole school approach to teaching and learning. In every classroom, our dedicated and highly skilled team of staff devote an integral part of each day to literacy and numeracy. We provide a wide range of opportunities for children to develop skills, knowledge, attitudes, and leadership to successfully contribute to a rapidly changing society.

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

The Role

As a Mainstream Education Assistant, suitable applicants will assist in the delivery of planned education programs that will help in the development of young minds. In this role you would collaborate and work in a team environment. Education Assistants will ideally possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. You should be organised and be able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.

Working under teacher direction in a diverse role, you would also provide support to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant with the health and safety of students being a high priority. Managing student behaviour in accordance with school policies and programs is an important aspect of this role.

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 Lorraine Van Der Waarden, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9414 2300 or emailing Lorraine.VanDerWaarden@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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A three (3) page statement addressing the 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1004694

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 24 August 2026