This is a permanent full time position commencing Term 3, 2025
The students of John Tonkin College are growing up in a community that has amazing opportunities and potential for them to lead change now and in the future. They move through their adolescent years gaining confidence and discovering their potential. It is our job as educators to provide a learning environment where the students are continually challenged to be the best that they can be whilst recognising their individual needs and aspirations.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.johntonkincollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
John Tonkin College is seeking a passionate and dedicated Education Assistant – Special Needs – Lead (EASNL) to lead a dedicated team of Education Assistants Special Needs at the John Tonkin College MET Campus.
The successful applicant should be a highly competent and experienced Education Assistant Special Needs, with a passion for working with students with additional learning needs.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively are essential, as it is expected that the EASNL develop a strong rapport with students, staff, families and therapists and advocate as part of an effective team to ensure success for all students.
The EASNL will work in consultation with the Teaching and Learning Support Program Coordinator, Education Assistants, teachers, parents/caregivers, the school psychologist, and/or other relevant professionals and contribute to the design and implementation of Individual Education Plan and other documented plans. The EASNL will also be expected to provide solutions and support Education Assistants and teachers, which promote positive engagement and the achievement of individual educational outcomes.
Experience coordinating processes that ensure adequate relief staff are sourced, workforce inductions are completed, and relevant training is provided is also desirable, along with well-developed communication skills and the ability to lead, mentor and train other staff.
The successful applicant will ideally display a commitment to our school vision, and value being a part of a supportive and positive learning environment with strong family and community partnerships.
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 Che Heeley, Deputy Principal by telephoning (08) 9583 0500 or emailing che.heeley@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 being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the delivery of education programs and/or behaviour management plans; and ability to identify problems and assist teachers and other Education Assistants in the development of strategies and solutions.
- Demonstrated well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, mentor, coach, induct and train other Education Assistants and professional teams, including providing advice and evaluating education programs.
- Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to coordinate, collect and present student data at a whole school community level in a meaningful way.
- Demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate staff rosters and relief to assist in the delivery of effective education programs.
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/SS974019
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 Wednesday, 18 June 2025
