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.
Glen Forrest Primary School (PS) is located in the Perth Hills suburb of Glen Forrest, surrounded by a natural bush setting and supported by a welcoming, active community. The school caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and has been proudly educating local children for more than 125 years, having first opened in 1891 as Smiths Mill before being renamed in 1897.
As a school committed to developing innovative and contemporary teaching practices, Glen Forrest Primary School places students at the centre of every decision. Teaching and learning are guided by evidence‑based approaches, whole‑school plans in literacy and numeracy, and explicit instruction designed to help every child reach their full potential. The school motto, “Proud to Belong,” reflects the strong sense of community connection and inclusive culture that underpins school life.
At Glen Forrest Primary School, students are taught pro‑social behaviours and supported in building respect, responsibility, kindness, and a commitment to doing their best. Staff also engage in ongoing improvement processes aligned with the Department of Education’s Teaching for Impact framework to ensure high‑quality education and strong academic progress.
Find out more about our school by visiting glenforrestps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Suitable applicants should be highly competent, experienced and passionate. They should work as part of a whole school team committed to high expectations of all staff and students and high levels of capability and performance.
To be suitable for inclusion in this process you will ideally have sound teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills in a recent and relevant educational environment that displays your capacity to assist the teacher with the delivery of planned education programs. Ideally, you will have a successful history of working in collaboration with teachers to assist with the preparation of learning experiences and the general care and wellbeing of our students.
We seek Special Needs Education Assistants who are committed to maximising their impact on student learning.
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 Joshua Taylor-Byrne, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9298 6200 or by emailing Joshua.Taylor-Byrne@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 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/SS1028400
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
