This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Dowerin District High School’s motto, "Together We Strive", epitomises the partnerships between students, staff, parents and the wider community to ensure each student’s needs are met and our school continues to thrive.

We are committed to continuous improvement and collective efficacy, where opportunities for growth and leadership exist at every level. Our well supported staff adhere to clearly articulated whole school planning and instructional expectations supported by data-driven decision-making to ensure teaching and learning are impactful for every student.

Student wellbeing is at the heart of what we do. Through our school virtues, restorative practices, and explicit teaching of positive behaviours, we create safe, predictable, and inclusive environments where students are ready to learn and achieve their personal best.

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

The Role

Education Assistants – Mainstream (EAs) may work in any class from Kindergarten to Year 10 utilising their skills and knowledge to support individuals and small groups as well as assisting the teacher with whole class activities. EAs will be expected to assist teachers in the design, delivery, and assessment of planned education programs. They will work with the teachers to create an effective, engaging, and inclusive environment based on high expectations, best practice, early intervention and integrated use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for learning.

The successful applicant will ideally be collaborative and work effectively within a team environment. The successful applicant will ideally utilise their strong written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as have the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. The successful applicant should use their initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the 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).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sonia Hammond, Principal on (08) 9083 9000 or emailing Sonia.Proudfoot@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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 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/SS1067586

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, 23 October 2026