We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

At Banksia Grove Primary School (PS) we show a commitment to supporting all students at all stages of their development. Our students learn best in a safe and predictable environment. Based around best practice models and research, we have developed and refined developmentally appropriate whole school approaches across social emotional learning, behaviour support and curriculum delivery. Consistent language and approaches across the school allow our students to maximise their learning.

We see each student as unique and capable, having their own interests, values, skills, ideas and talents that have been developed since birth in the context of their family, culture, relationships and experiences. Partnership between family and school is important to the optimal growth and development of young students.

We believe in the integration of learning through play, as students learn best by doing. We strive for a balance between teacher-directed playful learning, and child-initiated activities, providing the foundation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood program.

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

The Role

Banksia Grove PS has been selected as one of five trial schools for the new five day a week Kindergarten Programme for 2026 to 2027.

Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to collaborate with colleagues to create and maintain a supportive and inclusive education programme to meet the specific needs of students. They will ideally show initiative, be open to new ideas and be flexible with a genuine understanding of how children learn through play being responsive to their needs and learning opportunities.

The following feature in our school practices: Sounds Write, Talk 4 Writing, Heggerty, mindfulness practices, Berry Street Education, Zones of Regulation and restorative practices. The school is a Positive Behaviour school with a strong focus on developing behavioural and emotional competency in all students. Staff support students with co-regulation and self-regulation using Zones of Regulation and restorative approaches.

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 Rebecca Routledge, Principal, on (08) 9233 6333 or by emailing Rebecca.routledge@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.

Short listed applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

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/SS1062894

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 14 September 2026