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 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Dayton Primary School (PS) our vision is to create a sense of belonging that promotes success, engagement, and wellbeing for all. Staff are welcoming and collaborative, working closely together to embrace all staff, students, parents, and community members.
Staff are committed to our vision of building a ‘School of Excellence’ and endeavour to create opportunities for every child to be successful, by providing a foundation that opens the doors to a brighter future.
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The Role
Mainstream Education Assistants, along with all other staff members at Dayton Primary School:
- are passionate about building a ‘school of excellence’ and endeavour to create opportunities for every child to be successful by providing a foundation that opens the doors to a brighter future,
- ensure that student success, engagement and well-being sit at the heart of everything they do,
- prioritise developing positive relationships to ensure a genuine sense of belonging and trust,
- uphold high expectations for both themselves and the students,
- value personal excellence, respect diversity, and promote an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment,
- are committed to working as part of a dynamic and collaborative team, and
- welcome ongoing professional learning to ensure the success of all through a focus on life-long learning.
Mainstream Education Assistants working in our kindergarten:
- assist the teachers in the delivery of education programs,
- collaborate with the teachers, as required, to plan and deliver individual student or small group programs that support both academic and social development, and
- assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment by organising equipment and resources.
Suitable applicants will ideally have:
- a passion for working with young children and a desire to see each child succeed,
- a high level of interpersonal skills to enable them to work collaboratively with other staff members to meet the needs of students, and
- knowledge and experience working with students of varied abilities and needs, and from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
It would be advantageous for the successful applicants to have experience with promoting early literacy development (using a Science of Reading approach) and supporting students with the development of oral language, fine motor and handwriting skills.
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 Rachael Lehr, Associate Principal on 0439 573 931 or emailing Rachael.Lehr@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Rachael Lehr using the details outlined above.
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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 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
- A three (3) 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS934835
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 Thursday, 24 April 2025
