This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026 with possible extension 12 months and/or permanency

North Cottesloe Primary School (PS) is a public school located in the well established, coastal metropolitan suburb of Cottesloe, within walking distance of the Indian Ocean and the Swan River. Established in 1913, the school has grown and developed over time to become a leading public school with modern facilities and innovative programs.

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

The Role

As an Education Assistant at North Cottesloe PS, you will ideally become part of a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team committed to raising standards and improving outcomes for all students.

Experience supporting teachers in the delivery of evidence-based intervention programs is highly desirable. This may include working with small groups or individual students using programs such as UFLI, Spelling Mastery, PRIME, Explicit Mathematics Program, MiniLit, and MacqLit.

We are particularly interested in applicants with experience and skills in:

• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and proactive evidence based behaviour support strategies.
• Delivering and supporting functional curricula for students with diverse learning needs.
• Using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices and communication supports.
• Working with the ABLEWA curriculum and assessment framework alongside classroom teachers to plan, implement, and monitor student learning.
• Supporting students with disability through evidence-based, inclusive practices.

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 Kelly Forder, Principal on (08) 9382 7100 or kelly.forder@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/SS1060911

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 Friday, 28 August 2026