This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3 2025 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Collie Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public Secondary School in the heart of the close knit community of Collie.
We aim to provide opportunities for all students to develop skills, knowledge and resilience, through high quality teaching, to pursue pathways of their choice.
At Collie SHS children are encouraged and guided as an individual so that their own personal excellence can be achieved. They offer a broad and exciting range of educational, sporting and creative pathways so they can really discover their true potential.
Find out more about our school by visiting Collie Senior High School or Schools Online
The Role
Mainstream Education Assistants assist teachers in the delivery of planned educational programs and fostering a supportive, inclusive classroom environment. This role involves working under direct supervision of classroom teachers to perform routine tasks using established procedures and methods.
This position focuses on working predominantly with Year 7 students who present with low literacy and numeracy skills, providing tailored support to help them engage with learning activities and build foundational academic competencies. The successful applicant should be able to build strong, trusting relationships with students, using patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement to encourage participation and persistence.
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 Stacey Henderson, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9735 1200 or emailing Stacey.Henderson@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 two to three (2-3) 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/SS976734
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 Friday, 27 June 2025
