We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant - Mainstream 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.
Greenfields Primary School (PS) is a progressive school who is leading the way in academic excellence and high-quality teaching. Greenfields PS has strong community links and has a consistent positive behaviour ethos and focuses on health and wellbeing for all. As our newest member of the team, there will be many opportunities for leading whole-school programs as we intend on becoming a lead school in explicit teaching within the next three years. Our motto, “Together We Grow”, is entwined into everything we do and drives our Strategic Directions Document as you work with our whole community in fostering our students’ personal growth, self-confidence and educational outcomes.
Find out more about our school by visiting greenfieldsps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
You will ideally value developing positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the wider community. You should have a ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to anticipate and adapt to change, showing initiative, flexibility and creative problem solving to produce the best opportunities for students. A passion for working with young students and are committed to maximising your impact on student learning is highly desirable.
We seek enthusiastic team members who show initiative in adapting tasks to meet student needs. You will ideally contribute advice and expertise, collaborating with staff to support student achievement. Under teacher direction. You will assist in the delivery of planned education programs, including the operation of digital technologies; implement individual or small group programs, and provide valuable feedback to support student learning.
Suitable applicants will ideally assist with the preparation and organisation of quality learning environments by maintaining equipment, materials and resources, and assisting teachers with the clean and safe use of classroom items. You will ideally be responsible for assisting teachers with the supervision of students for all activities and the general care and wellbeing of students, including attending to minor illnesses and/or injuries.
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 Paul Gallash, Principal, on (08) 9586 0600 or emailing Paul.Gallash@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 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/SS1030255
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 13 March 2026
