This is a 11 month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing in Term 1, 2026
Spearwood Alternative School (SAS) has a student population of just under 100 students kindergarten to year 6. Rather than a geographical boundary families are attracted, based on their resonance with the ethos of the school - Education Through Community: Community Through Education.
The grounds of SAS are extensive including 'wild' areas for kids' play and productive, edible gardens - living classrooms. A comprehensive curriculum has been constructed with a focus on Education for Sustainability and issues of social activism. Learner centred learning facilitated by passionate, talented teachers working democratically with citizens of the school community ensures a vibrant, exciting learning program with children's wonder and curiosity extended through scaffolded learning, thinking frameworks and considered pedagogical approaches.
Find out more about our school by visiting spearwoodalternative.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
SAS is seeking a Mainstream Education Assistant to join our team and provide learning support to whole class, small group and individuals as directed by teachers. The successful applicant will be part of a progressive professional team of diverse individuals united in commitment to the ethos and vision of Education through Community: Community through Education and upholding the school values of Agency, Connection and Possibilities.
At SAS we value collective pastoral care, employ Restorative Practices and support students' emotional health and wellbeing and positive social interaction to create a supportive, optimal learning environment. The models of The Learning Pit and growth mindsets are embedded in language and practice. The program of Rock and Water is embraced.
At SAS children's wonder and curiosity are extended through scaffolded learning, thinking frameworks and considered pedagogical approaches. The SAS Instructional Model, including High Impact Teaching Strategies, is referenced to the Quality Teaching Standard and Teaching for Impact.
The successful applicant should partner with teachers in building respectful relationships: engaging, enabling and empowering children to pursue every opportunity to achieve their fullest potential while reinforcing and consolidating the skills for independent learning.
Familiarity with literacy programs Cracking the Code, UFLI, Talk for Writing and Word Origins would be appreciated.
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 Denise Stone, Principal, on (08) 6216 4900 or emailing Denise.Stone@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 three (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/SS1021913
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 Wednesday, 18 February 2026
