Port Hedland Primary School (PS) is 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. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The Role
To be suitable for this role applicants will ideally possess strong people skills and the capacity to relate to staff, students and parents. Suitable applicants should also be highly collaborative and willing to share their skills and expertise.
We seek enthusiastic team members who show initiative in adapting tasks to meet student needs, who continually reflect on their practice and who are open to being observed and receiving feedback to guide their professional growth. You will contribute advice and expertise; collaborating with staff to support and monitor student progress.
Positive and passionate applicants who are willing to work closely with the classroom teacher to help create and maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment along with experience in a mainstream setting or the capacity to learn and take directions, are encouraged to apply.
Our School
Located attractively near the beach, Port Hedland PS is a school of choice in the Hedland area with an enrolment base of 490 students. Our families mainly encompass those employed in the mining industry and in professional positions in the region.
Our students have a range of opportunities to develop academically, socially and personally with the support and care of dedicated teachers and school staff working with families.
We love having parents involved in our school and in their children's education, and we develop strong and positive relationships in the community. Activities during the year like parent information sessions, parent-teacher interviews, open nights and concerts, allow parents to interact with class teachers and be part of their children's learning. We have a dedicated and pro-active School Board and P&C.
Find out more about our school by visiting porthedlandps.wa.edu.au or Schools online.
Location and Community
Sitting in the heart of the Pilbara, Port Hedland truly has something for everyone.
Port Hedland is a bustling port town between the Indian Ocean and the desert, with a rich cultural history.
Working in Port Hedland provides prime opportunity to explore the Pilbara, Karijini, Broome and beyond. You can spend your weekends exploring the rich ancient landscapes and Aboriginal art and culture. The magnificent Karijini National Park is on our door step, making Port Hedland the ideal base for outdoor and ocean-based activities like hiking, camping, fishing, whale watching, crabbing and seeing natural wonders like the staircase to the moon.
Discover more about the town of Port Hedland and its incredible surroundings If you are new to Port Hedland or thinking about making the move, you can find out more about our school and town via the following links:
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 Renata Holloway, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9174 6000 or emailing renata.holloway@education.wa.edu.au
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 Instruction
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 and 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/SS969962
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 28 May 2025
