Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS955607 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.
Butler College opened in January 2013 as an inclusive public school for secondary students in Perth's northern suburbs. The College values are at the heart of our culture: Knowledge, Integrity and Respect.
A key aspect of Butler College is our endorsed Education Support Program. Our facility supports 80 students with special educational and medical needs. Our facilities include a hydrotherapy pool and a range of sensory spaces. As an integrated site, our students benefit from high levels of expertise and support and the ability to integrate with other students where appropriate.
Our vision is to be a College where everyone belongs, grows and succeeds and we are seeking candidates who can help us deliver that environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting butlercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
You would be working as part of a large team to meet the varied needs of our students. This could involve supporting a student and classroom teacher in a mainstream environment or working in a more specialised environment without our Education Support program.
You will ideally work closely with teachers to deliver planned education programs and will be responsible for implementing individual student or small group programs or demonstrations. Additionally, you should provide feedback on education and therapy programs and will participate in the evaluation process.
This pool is to recruit for positions both within our Endorsed Education Support Program and supporting students in the mainstream school setting.
This is a rewarding role that will allow you to make a real difference in the lives of students with special needs. If you are passionate about making a difference, apply today and join our team of dedicated educators.
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 Ryan Govan, Principal, on (08) 9561 4200 or by emailing ryan.govan@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Ryan Govan on 0450 657 006.
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/SS955607
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 21 July 2025.
