This is a 4-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Cloverdale Primary School (PS) is highly regarded by the local community and is part of the Belmont Network of Schools. It is in the inner metropolitan suburb of Cloverdale, 10 kilometers from the Perth Central Business District. Students, staff and the community are all closely connected at Cloverdale PS and form strong relationships with each other to ensure that every child has success. All stakeholders are strongly committed to understanding our clientele and embracing all students from all backgrounds.
Find out more about our school by visiting cloverdaleps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Cloverdale PS is seeking a ideally dynamic and proactive Mainstream Education Assistant experienced in K to Year 2 support to join their amazing team!
The successful applicant should have a high level of interpersonal skills to enable them to work collaboratively with staff members to meet the needs of students. They will ideally possess the knowledge and experience of working with students with a range of learning difficulties and the ability to support student growth, both academically and socially, within the classroom setting.
The successful applicant will ideally work under direct supervision and guidance of the classroom teacher. They will ideally perform tasks that require discretion, judgement and initiative in achieving clearly defined outcomes determined by the teacher.
Experience with programs such as Team Teach, Zones of Regulation and Positive Behaviour Support, the ability to keep comprehensive records, and confidence in the use of information technology will be advantageous.
Applicants who possess communication skills that enable them to develop positive, friendly productive relationships with students, parents and colleagues are encouraged to apply, as are applicants who have a willingness to be flexible in an ever-changing work 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 Matthew Snell, Principal, on (08) 9438 7800 or emailing Matthew.Snell@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 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/SS1031636
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 Monday, 23 March 2026
