We are seeking to establish a pool of 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 Baler Primary School (PS) we value, celebrate and learn from our multicultural diversity by fostering positive relationships through engaging students, parents, staff and the wider community. We are an independent public school catering for children in Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school community is diverse, with representation from over thirty-four different cultures. Our school motto, 'a sea of cultures', captures and celebrates our inclusive and culturally respectful approaches to our teaching and learning practices and community interactions.

Our school is located in the Pilbara and is the largest of the four primary schools in the Hedland area. We offer programs in visual arts, physical education, health, music, digital technologies and Indonesian. We also have a highly valued academic enrichment program for children needing a bit more of a challenge. We enjoy a high profile in the community, with dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic staff. Our committed teachers provide education across a range of programs, catering to individual differences through an inclusive and differentiated approach.

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

The Role

Baler PS is ideally seeking outstanding Education Assistants with exceptional interpersonal skills, a natural ability to communicate effectively and foster genuine relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. As an Education Assistant, you would ideally work to support the quality of education for students under the direction of class teachers and also contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment, setting high expectations and cultivating a growth mindset, while nurturing students' social and emotional development. 

As an Education Assistant, you would ideally play an important role in supporting the delivery of planned educational programs. Working under teacher direction, you will assist individual students and small groups to participate successfully in classroom learning and develop confidence as active learners.

A commitment to fostering student engagement in accordance with school policies and programs would be highly regarded. Suitable applicants should ideally demonstrate a genuine passion for working with young children, the ability to build positive relationships, and a commitment to contributing to a welcoming and supportive school community.

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 Manisah Dris, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9172 8400 or Manisah.Dris@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 one (1) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A one (1) 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/SS1065778

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 30 October 2026