Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS895012 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.
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. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
North Beach Primary School (PS) is about making a difference for all our students through the delivery of a contemporary curriculum and evidenced based pedagogy. With a strong pastoral care approach built on positive relationships, we focus on the whole child for our students to grow and reach their individual potential. At North Beach - We CARE – That’s our motto and most importantly in our hearts.
The school has an excellent reputation for being a very friendly school. With an enrolment of close to 420 students, it serves a coastal strip which includes the suburbs of Trigg, Waterman and North Beach. The school is located in close proximity to bushland adjoining Star Swamp which is used for teaching programs.
Find out more about our school by visiting northbeachps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As an Education Assistant - Special Needs you will, under teacher direction, assist in the implementation of specialised education programs. Suitable applicants will assist the teacher in the delivery of specific individual education programs, including the operation of computers and digital technologies.
Experience in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, using de-escalation strategies, knowledge of functions of behaviour, demand avoidance and behavioural issues, would be highly desirable. Also, when required, the Education Assistant - Special Needs will observe and consistently assist with implementation of educational approaches and therapy programs, using the most updated research.
The Education Assistant - Special Needs will ideally participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education. It is highly desirable that suitable applicants possess or are actively working towards a Certificate III in Education Support.
Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal, communication and ICT skills and the ability to collaborate well with the teacher to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. Understanding appropriate communication with parents is also an asset. They should be calm, patient, organised and able to use their initiative to assist the teacher with the general care and wellbeing of students and maintenance of the learning environment.
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 Suzanne Tenaglia, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9235 4250 or Suzanne.Tenaglia2@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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) 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/SS962592
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 13 June 2025
