Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS963344 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.
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 and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Merriwa Education Support Centre caters for primary aged students with an intellectual and/or physical disability. We are co-located on the grounds of Merriwa Primary School. We are a warm, friendly, welcoming school where teaching independence and building capacity for learning, and the needs of the individual student are placed at the centre of every decision.
We provide highly individualised programs for students with identified disabilities. These programs are prepared by highly experienced specialist teachers following consultation with parents, psychologist, speech, physiological and occupational therapists.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.merriwaesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Suitable applicants in this role, under limited supervision, will ideally perform tasks that require discretion and judgement in achieving clearly defined outcomes determined by the teacher. They will assist students with training in the acquisition of self-management skills and foundational literacy and numeracy skills and provide information to parents on all relevant school procedures and policies. Suitable applicants will ideally maintain records regarding student achievement and the implementation of behaviour management plans.
Suitable applicants should ideally have the capacity to assist teachers in the provision of high-quality individualised student learning programs. Suitable applicants that have experience in working with students with special needs in the Education Support Centre context, as well as experience in working with children with Autism, Intellectual Disability, Physical Disability and challenging behavioural issues, are encouraged to apply. We are seeking applicants who will ideally be positive team members and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. Suitable applicants will benefit from our supportive and inclusive working atmosphere.
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 Kylie Mantell, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6206 2330 or Kylie.Mantell@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Kylie Mantell on 0417 961 904.
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 effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
- Demonstrated ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
- 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/SS1038189
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 27 April 2026
