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, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Warnbro Community High School ESC is an award-winning, Independent Public School for students with high educational needs, co-located with Warnbro Community High School. Through our unique and innovative programs, high quality teaching and strong pastoral care relationships we nurture a sense of belonging, significance and emotional safety. Our students take pride in their qualifications and achievements and confidently graduate into the wider community with the knowledge and skills to achieve their hopes, dreams and aspirations.
Find out more about our school by visiting Home - Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants will assist in the implementation of differentiated programs and collaborative proactive solutions in consultation with teachers, parents and relevant professionals. They will also, when required, provide information on the education system, relevant school procedures and policies, education programs and behaviour management plans to families and the community.
Education Assistants are expected to stay up to date with current strategies, research, technology and tools that will assist them to do their job at the highest standard. A strong knowledge of issues and strategies pertaining to Trauma Informed Practice, mental health, autism, and intellectual disability is highly desired. Training in Team Teach and an ability to provide appropriate positive handling of students is greatly valued. In addition, an understanding of ASDAN (Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network) and an ability to support students in offsite programs (e.g. Workplace Learning and Volunteering) is highly regarded.
Applicants should give examples displaying their flexibility, successes and challenges in working alongside students with special needs as well as a variety of educational stakeholders including parents, teachers, other support staff, administrators and community employers/agencies
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 Deputy Principal, Nikki Garnaut on 08 9553 0122 or Recruitment.Warnbro.CHSESC@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Julie Davies on 0407 912 635
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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- Up to a six (6) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
- Demonstrated ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
- 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/SS965760
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, 9 May 2025
