Please be advised as of 4:00pm on Monday 2nd February 2026 the closing date of this advert has been extended until 4:30pm (AWST) Friday, 6 March 2026
Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS1011245 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 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
As an Independent Public School, co-located with Warnbro Community High School we are proud to provide high-quality education and strong pastoral care for students with diverse learning needs. Our innovative programs and dedicated staff foster a sense of belonging, significance, and emotional safety, helping students take pride in their learning, achieve meaningful qualifications, and confidently step into the wider community with the skills to pursue their hopes and dreams.
Find out more about our school by visiting warnbroesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Want to learn more about our school and the ways we help students thrive? Visit our Facebook page to see what makes Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre special.
The Role
Suitable applicants will support the Department’s main objective of teaching and learning of students through assisting teachers in delivering planned education programs and encouraging a supportive and inclusive learning environment. At times, you may be required to share knowledge of school procedures, policies, and learning programs with families and the wider community.
Suitable applicants are encouraged to grow and stay up to date with current strategies, research and technologies that enhance their work. Experience or knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice, mental health, autism, and intellectual disability is highly valued, as is training in Team Teach and the ability to provide safe, positive handling of students when required. In addition, an ability to support students in offsite programs (eg. Workplace Learning and Volunteering) is highly regarded.
If you are motivated, caring, and ready to support students to flourish, we would love to hear from you.
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 Charlotte Gardiner, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9528 9499 or emailing Charlotte.Gardiner@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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 (2) page statement addressing selection criteria two and three, as outlined in the attached JDF
- 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.
All selection criteria will be assessed throughout the selection process.
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/SS1023129
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 6 March 2026
