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 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Clayton View Primary School (PS) was established in 2004 as a result of the amalgamation of Bellevue Primary School and Koongamia Primary School. Clayton View is an Independent Public Primary School set in the foot of the Perth Hills. Students are at the centre of every decision we make. Our school works in close partnership with the Swan Children and Family Centre located next to the school. Clayton View PS provides an extensive pastoral care program promotes health and well-being for all students and provides wrap-around intensive support for individuals where necessary.

At Clayton View PS, we take pride in delivering a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. We are committed to maximising student learning through building a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy, which provides our students with the skills to succeed in Primary School and develop into independent lifelong learners. We prioritise whole-school, evidence-based teaching practices to provide our students with high-quality, differentiated learning experiences. Clayton View PS values parents as partners in their children’s learning and we welcome input from our parents, carers and other school community members.

Clayton View PS has high expectations for student behaviour, attendance, and engagement. This is supported by a whole-school Positive Behaviour system that explicitly defines, teaches, and reinforces the expected standards. A culture of meeting high expectations and building life skills is embedded throughout the school. Clayton View PS provides a welcoming, community-orientated learning environment that promotes the values of Achievement, Resilience and Care in everything that we do.

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

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, under teacher direction, you will assist in the implementation of specialised education programs. Suitable applicants will assist teachers in the delivery of specific Individual Education Programs, including the operation of computers and digital technologies.

Experience and Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is highly desirable.

Suitable applicants should possess the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, students, teachers & community members. Applicants will ideally have a strong knowledge of a range of evidence-based techniques for learning and behaviour and have some experience or knowledge of disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The desired applicants will ideally be compassionate and able to work collaboratively to implement documented plans.

Also, when required, the Special Needs Education Assistant will provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participates in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education. Suitable applicants ideally will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with the teacher to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. They should be organised and able to use their initiative to assist the teacher with the general care and wellbeing of students and maintenance of the learning environment.

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 Narelle Macaulay, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9257 0800 or by emailing Narelle.Macaulay@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; and
• A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.
  • Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist with 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/SS1070151

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9 November 2026