This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026.

Baldivis Secondary College is a vibrant and thriving learning community nestled just 46 kilometres south of Perth. Our mission is to provide an exceptional school experience for every student, fostering learning, wellbeing, and personal growth. We are dedicated to equipping our students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to achieve personal excellence in all aspects of life.

At the heart of our vision lies the student. We aspire for each and every student to excel, grow, and take ownership of their education and wellbeing. Our dedicated educators play a central role in creating the perfect environment for student success, and their values and beliefs form the bedrock of our excellent teaching practices.

In partnership with parents and the broader community, we empower our students to hey become active contributors to our school community, embracing challenges, seizing opportunities, and ultimately shaping the world around them.

Our college pillars of respect, excellence, knowledge, integrity, and unity provide a strong foundation for social responsibility and a sense of belonging, fostered through collaboration between students, families, the college, and the wider community.

Find out more about our school by visiting baldivissc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

As an Education Assistant – Lead, you will ideally work closely with the Curriculum Support Manager to lead, provide guidance, mentoring and practical support to other Education Assistants. The successful applicant should contribute to delivering the worksite induction and training of other Education Assistants, model effective practice and support professional growth through classroom observation, feedback and performance management of Education Assistants.

The role also includes working collaboratively with teachers, families, School Psychologists and other relevant professionals to support the development and implementation of documented student plans. Experience contributing to positive behaviour strategies, case management and practical classroom supports that strengthen student engagement and educational outcomes would be highly regarded.

Our primary focus is to develop a safe, supportive learning environment where students can maximise their opportunities to meet their educational goals and reach their individual potential. A solutions-focused and student-centred approach is highly valued, along with the ability to work collaboratively with Education Assistants and teachers to support high-quality learning programs. The role may also include supporting students in off-site settings and providing supervision without the presence of a teacher where appropriate. 

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 Jennifer Maisano, Head of Learning Area – Learning Support on (08) 9523 3600 or emailing jennifer.maisano@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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, a 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; and
• A four (4) pages statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the delivery of education programs and/or behaviour management plans; and ability to identify problems and assist teachers and other Education Assistants in the development of strategies and solutions.
  • Demonstrated well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, mentor, coach, induct and train other Education Assistants and professional teams, including providing advice and evaluating education programs.
  • Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to coordinate, collect and present student data at a whole school community level in a meaningful way.
  • Demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate staff rosters and relief to assist in the delivery of effective education programs.

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/SS1064838

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 Wednesday, 28 October 2026.