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. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Eastern Goldfields College is dedicated to providing a culturally responsive learning environment that fosters excellence, innovation, and student success. As a senior secondary college, we empower both students and staff to grow, lead, and thrive. We invest in the professional growth of our staff through high-quality learning, mentoring, and leadership development. Whether you're early in your career or expanding your expertise, we provide the support and resources to help you achieve your goals.
Located in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, we collaborate with Curtin University and TAFE to form an education precinct, offering diverse educational pathways including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), General, Vocational Education and Training (VET), and endorsed programs. Our strong community links support a range of co-curricular activities, clubs, and leadership opportunities.
At Eastern Goldfields College, we celebrate diversity, value individuality, and create an inclusive environment where everyone is supported to succeed. Together, we inspire achievement and lifelong learning.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.egc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
For more information about living in Kalgoorlie and working at Eastern Goldfields College, please watch the video below.
The Role
As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will provide targeted support to students to enhance their engagement with planned education programs, promoting and developing a growth mindset. In this role, you will actively contribute to our collaborative learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
The role encompasses facilitating and supporting the implementation of individual or small group programs. Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills is vital to interact with students, parents, and teaching professionals. This includes conveying instructions, providing feedback, and collaborating with other educational staff to create a supportive learning environment. Ideally, the successful applicant should show initiative in assisting with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment and to be responsive to teacher direction to promote a learning environment that reflects the school's values of Responsibility, Respect, Equity, Inclusivity, Achievement, and Empowerment. Additionally, you will promote and support positive student engagement and wellbeing in accordance with school policies and programs.
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 Natasha McCormack, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9092 3100 or emailing natasha.mccormack@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 two (2) page statement addressing 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/SS974156
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 June 2025
