We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant - Special Needs - Inclusive Education 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.
At Riva (PS), our vision is to imagine a better school, and become that better school, every day. We deliver this in alignment with our school values of respect, inclusion and achievement. As a rapidly growing, inclusive school, we are growing our team of over 120 staff, including approximately 55 Education Assistants to continue to meet the needs of our 850 students.
Find out more about our school by visiting Riva Primary School or Schools Online.
The Role
Our One-School approach starts with Education Assistants who are recognised, skilled, supported and developed to work where our students need them.
You will not hear ‘mainstream’ or ‘special needs’ at our school. Education Assistants are for all Riva students, in every classroom, every day, for individuals and small groups, for intensive instruction and support, for communication, collaboration and access, and for every student to not just feel, but experience, a sense of belonging and achievement.
Education Assistants work as part of our united team, providing seamless connection and belonging for each student, from a full Kindergarten classroom to a highly individualised therapy program.
Education Assistants at this level work under limited supervision and may be expected to participate within a team situation, offering advice and expertise relating to their relevant area. Education outcomes are determined by the Teacher, in consultation with the Education Assistant who will be expected to perform tasks which may require discretion in problem solving, decision making, and choosing methods and processes to achieve outcomes. Performance of these tasks may require activities within or outside the school that result in supervision of students without the presence of a teacher.
Applicants are encouraged to learn more about our school, our values and how our Education Assistants support our focus areas of respect, inclusion, achievement and community through visiting our website, or contacting any member of our school leadership team.
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 Sara Campbell, Deputy Principal on (08) 9562 8600 or emailing sara.campbell@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 of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
- Demonstrated ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
- 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/SS975683
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 June 2025
