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. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At North Morley Primary School, we nurture an inclusive, safe and caring community where students and staff are supported to thrive. Our educational approach is grounded in cultural responsiveness, strong community partnerships, academic achievement, the arts and physical education. We seek committed team players who value collaboration and ongoing learning to make a positive difference for our school community.
Find out more about our school by visiting northmorleyps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The school values strong relationships as the foundation for student success. Suitable applicants will ideally build positive relationships with students, families and staff, and work collaboratively with teachers to support planned learning programs for individual students and small groups. The role focuses on improving curriculum access, engagement, progress and achievement for all students.
Possible positions include working within a Pre-Primary setting as the main Education Assistant, supporting all students while also providing targeted support for students with additional needs, as well as roles across a range of primary classrooms supporting teachers and students alike. These positions are subject to the needs of the school.
Applicants should display flexibility, initiative and strong communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Knowledge of evidence-based strategies to support learning, behaviour and disability is highly regarded. Experience supporting students with disability, behavioural needs or English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) will be highly regarded. Experience with small-group intervention is an advantage.
Applicants who value collaboration and can contribute positively to a supportive, inclusive school community are encouraged to apply.
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 Anthony Chiappalone, Principal on (08) 9218 1650 or anthony.chiappalone@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/SS1028534
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 3 March 2026
