This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Perth Modern School, a proud government school, is Western Australia's only fully selective school for academically gifted students in Years 7 to 12. The school honours rich traditions, empowers those present and shapes the future for gifted and talented learners and leaders.
Staff emphasise the importance of connection and relationships in the process of listening, thinking and learning together. We partner with students, families, carers, and alumni, to successfully navigate change and improve student outcomes; a community where everyone belongs. In the early years, this means ensuring every student is known and understood, their needs and unique potential nurtured. As students progress, they are supported as self-motivated learners and leaders who are; courageous, curious, compassionate, committed and collaborative, encouraged to pursue their dreams, and resourced to achieve both academic excellence and positive wellbeing.
Find out more about our school by visiting Perth Modern School or Schools Online
The Role
As a Special Needs Education Assistant in our school for gifted students, you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and wellbeing of students with diverse needs. You will assist in the delivery of high-impact education programs, encouraging students to challenge themselves and embrace opportunities to grow. Your support should help ensure that every student feels valued, respected and empowered to engage fully with their learning, while recognising and celebrating their unique background, talents, and identity.
In this collaborative role, you will ideally work closely with teachers, support staff and therapists to meet the individual needs of students. You would contribute feedback on educational and therapy programs when required and participate in the evaluation of student progress and achievement of learning and developmental goals. Your insight and input will help shape the educational experience to ensure it remains responsive, inclusive, and impactful.
Applicants should have experience working with students with a range of disabilities and learning difficulties, along with an understanding of the complex and sometimes contrasting needs of gifted students. A high level of interpersonal and communication skills is highly desirable, as is the ability to work as part of a committed and dynamic team focused on helping all students in a supportive, enriched learning environment.
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 Trisha Bebek, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9392 6855 or trisha.bebek@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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) 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/SS1032206
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 Friday, 20 March 2026
