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.
Westminster Junior Primary School and Westminster Primary Schools proudly served the Westminster community from 1958. In 2021 the two schools amalgamated, and the newly formed Westminster Primary School (PS) opened its doors to students from Kindergarten to Year 6.
At Westminster PS, we understand the importance of every child having a strong sense of belonging and feeling safe and valued. The school promotes an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment, which cater to the needs of each individual child. We embed high quality evidence-based learning that support strong progress and success across all curriculum areas.
Find out more about our school by visiting westminsterps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Under teacher direction, Education assistant - mainstream would assist the teacher in the delivery of planned education programs, including the operation of computers and implementation of individual or small group programs. Part of the role include but not limited to, providing administrative support and resource management by maintaining and updating inventory lists and reporting these to the teacher.
Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students, staff and the wider community. As Education Assistants you would ideally be passionate and committed to ensuring the general health and wellbeing of students is maintained.
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 Nicole Softley, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9413 5050 or nicole.softley@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Nicole Softley, on 0423 117 154
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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two to three (2-3) 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/SS1034644
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 24 April 2026
