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

Mullaloo Beach Primary School (PS) became an Independent Public School (IPS) at the start of the 2013 school year. Located in the Perth coastal suburb of Mullaloo, Mullaloo Beach PS is nestled in a tranquil environment just 300 meters from the beach. The school is located within a nature reserve and adjoins extensive playing fields. Large trees and grassed areas surround the school creating an open and natural ambience to greet visitors to the school.

Student enrolment currently stands at around 320 children from Kindergarten to Year 6 with students drawn mainly from the Mullaloo area. Many overseas and interstate families have chosen to live in Mullaloo after deciding to enrol their children at the school, due to its positive community based learning environment, progressive and developmental educational programs and its inclusive approach in catering for all students.

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

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will ideally work under teacher direction to support the delivery of education programs and contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment. Suitable applicants should assist students in developing their academic, social, emotional and physical skills, including the use of computers and digital technologies. The role may also include providing feedback on education and therapy programs and contributing to the review of individual student goals.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are highly regarded, along with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to support student needs. Knowledge and experience working with students with a range of disabilities and learning difficulties would be highly desirable.

Suitable applicants will ideally bring a patient and supportive approach to helping students build confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours. Experience supporting both academic and social development within the classroom environment would also be highly valued.

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 Rachel Strickland, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6206 3150 or emailing rachel.strickland@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 three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
6. 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/SS1069651

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

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