Suitable candidates from IPS/SS953838 need not apply and will be rolled over into new pool.
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.
Makybe Rise Primary School (PS) is committed to excellence in academic and social achievement. We firmly believe that every child can learn and that every child brings a contribution to our community.
At Makybe Rise PS, we are committed to building a genuine sense of community partnership and belonging. Teachers, students, and families all enjoy the mutual respect and caring essential for growth and learning. We work together to accomplish our shared mission of growing friendly, accomplished, and active children who know they are part of something bigger than themselves. Our community is committed to working together in ways that create a safe and nurturing space for our children to grow and learn. We believe that whilst our children are at the centre of all that we do, we are all central.
The moral compass for our school is set by the school’s four TRIBES Agreements: attentive listening; appreciations; right to participate; and mutual respect. We believe that the social/emotional curriculum is equally as important as the academic curriculum, ensuring that every child everyday experience collaboration, inclusion and harmony.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.makyberiseps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Mainstream Education Assistants work in collaboration with school staff to promote an inclusive learning environment that caters for students with diverse needs. Education Assistants will ideally possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. You will be able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.
Suitable applicants will ideally be flexible, highly collaborative, and willing to share their skills and expertise. Working under teacher direction you will also provide support to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant with the health and safety of students being a high priority. Managing student behaviour in accordance with school policies and programs is an important aspect of this role.
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 Louise Reich, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9523 5900 or emailing Louise.Reich@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 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 one (1) page statement addressing the following selection criteria
- 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.
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/SS965528
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 6 June 2025
