We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs 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 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
East Beechboro Primary School (PS) is a highly respected Independent Public School in the City of Swan catering for the educational needs of approximately 370 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our student population is inclusive of many cultural backgrounds as well as students with special needs. Approximately 10% of our students have an Indigenous background.
In a partnership of mutual respect and purpose, our staff and school community work with a shared vision to establish a learning environment that provides a well-balanced education that maximises the outcomes of all students emotionally, socially and academically. The basis of our school's beliefs is a commitment to the importance of quality relationships upon which a safe, happy and productive learning environment will continue to grow.
Find out more about our school by visiting eastbeechboroprimary.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
At East Beechboro PS we strive to maximise the participation and achievement of all students, and our Education Assistants work as part of a highly effective collaborative team to support the development of programs relevant to the educational and cultural needs of students with disabilities and additional needs. They also assist students to access the educational programs by working with individuals and small groups across the curriculum.
As an Education Assistant - Special Needs you will assist in the implementation of specialised education programs and collaborate with teachers to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education environment to meet the specific needs of the students. Experience in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a pastoral care approach and the capacity to support students with social skills development and emotional regulation are highly desirable. Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have a genuine interest in supporting students with additional educational needs.
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 Caroline Harben, Principal on (08) 6216 1900, or Caroline.Harben@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Caroline Harben on 0413 084 319.
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 (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
- A four to five (4-5) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.
- Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.
- Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with 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/SS963074
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 1 May 2025
