Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS919567 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.
We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant - Special Needs 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, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Honeywood Primary School (PS), we believe in nurturing the whole child and aim to provide a positive learning environment where children can become the very best they can be.
Find out more about our school by visiting honeywoodps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Honeywood PS is seeking a dedicated Education Assistant – Special Needs to join their team.
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will, under teacher direction, assist in the delivery of education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The successful applicant will assist the teacher in the delivery of planned education programs to support students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional and physical skills.
The successful applicant should have well developed interpersonal skills and a growth mindset to enable them to work collaboratively with staff members, take on feedback and meet the needs of students. You will ideally possess knowledge and experience of working with students with a range of disabilities and learning difficulties and the ability to support student growth, both academically and socially, within the classroom setting. In addition, the successful applicant will ideally possess good written and oral communication skills which will help support teachers and therapists when assisting students.
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 Maria Cook, Principal, by telephoning (08) 6173 6100 or emailing maria.cook@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Paige Jones, Student Services Deputy Principal on 0418 480 649.
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 experience and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- A one (1) page summary of how your skills and abilities relevant to the work related requirement’s make you the best fit for Honeywood Primary School.
All selection criteria will be assessed throughout the selection process.
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/SS960938
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 28 April 2025
