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.
At Embleton Primary School (PS), our vision is that Together, we make a difference. Respect, Excellence and Care are the guiding principles of our school's culture and tone. Catering for students in Kindergarten to Year 6, we are a happy and safe school where all members of our community feel valued, listened to, and supported. Embleton PS prides itself on working closely with parents and the wider community to provide quality education that is supportive and stimulating, which meets the needs of all children. The school has a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment and is committed to intervention. Collectively we continue to be strong, connected and focussed on giving our students the very best opportunities we can.
Find out more about our school by visiting embletonps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and professional team members who continually reflect on their practice and professional growth. Suitable applicants will ideally have a high level of interpersonal skills enabling them to work collaboratively with staff members to meet the needs of students.
As an Education Assistant - Mainstream you would be responsible for assisting with the care and supervision of students during class activities and in the delivery of planned education programs, with the ability to assist in teaching literacy, numeracy, and social skills. In this role, you will ideally collaborate and work in a team environment, possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of explicit teaching techniques, of individual or small group programs, as well as display the ability to support general health and well-being of students.
Suitable applicants should be organised and be able to use their initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment and managing resources and equipment used in the classroom.
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 Laura D'Monte-Goder, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9338 9700 or by emailing Laura.DMonte-Goder@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Laura D’Monte-Goder on 0414 913 114
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 four (4) 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. 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/SS979540
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 21 July 2025
