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.

Nollamara Primary School (PS) is located approximately seven kilometres north of the Perth Central Business District in Western Australia and is part of the North Metropolitan Education Region. The school was built in 1956 and introduced an Intensive English Centre (IEC) in 2005. Nollamara PS is a Level 4 school with a student enrolment of around 440 students and caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. At Nollamara, we are committed to high-quality, inclusive education and creating a welcoming, culturally responsive environment where studenfeel safe, connected and ready to learn.

Nollamara PS staff provide a safe, supportive and consistent learning environment for students by embracing evidence-based pedagogies across teaching and behaviour management. With Positive Behaviour Support as a school-wide strategy our students are explicitly taught our REACH goals of Respect; Excellence; Acceptance; Compassion and Honesty. All staff have been coached in Explicit Direct Instruction to ensure high standards in the delivery of literacy and numeracy programs.

The staff and school leaders at Nollamara PS recognise and embrace the diverse cultures and backgrounds of our students and their families. With 80% of our students across the school having a first language other than English, we cater for students who hold both permanent and temporary residence status. Staff acknowledge the value of the wider community and promote meaningful relationships and partnership to enrich the school culture. Our Intensive English Program caters for 110 students and is fully integrated throughout our school.

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

The Role

We are looking for passionate Mainstream Education Assistants who bring energy, initiative and a genuine commitment to helping young children thrive. Our Education Assistants work alongside teachers to create engaging, inclusive and language-rich learning environments where every child is known, valued and supported. Our Kindergarten and Pre-primary programs place a strong emphasis on oral language development, early literacy, play-based learning and positive relationships. Positions may be available in the Early Childhood Education classrooms.

Our children enter school with a wide range of experiences, strengths and language backgrounds. We therefore value Education Assistants who are patient, responsive and confident supporting children who may be developing English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D).

We are particularly interested in Education Assistants who possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs.

Applicants will ideally be well organised and able to use initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment by maintaining equipment, materials and resources, for use in classes. Additionally, suitable applicants will assist with displays and with cleaning/safe storage of items after classes and activities.

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 Kendall Hammond, Associate Principal on (08) 9413 1550 or  kendall.hammond@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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A two (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
  2. Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
  3. Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
  4. 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/SS1066554

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, November 6 2026