We are seeking to establish a pool of Student Support Officers 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.

Carson Street School is Western Australia’s only Education Support Primary School, providing a highly specialised and supportive learning environment for early childhood and primary-aged students with moderate, severe and profound multiple disabilities. Many students also have complex medical, sensory and communication needs, and benefit from highly individualised programs, specialist teaching, assistive technology and dedicated adult support throughout the school day. Learning is tailored to each student’s strengths, needs and goals, with a strong focus on participation, independence, communication and quality of life. Students remain at the school until the year they turn 11.

The school’s specialist Conductive Education program attracts families from across the metropolitan area. Communication is central to learning at Carson Street School, with students supported to express themselves through a range of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) approaches, including Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD). The school is committed to creating meaningful opportunities for every student to connect, communicate, learn and thrive.

Find out more about our school by visiting Carson Street School or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Student Support Officer, you will ideally work closely with the Deputy Principal, Student Services Coordinator, school staff, families and external stakeholders to provide responsive and practical support for students and families. The role includes contributing to the planning, implementation and review of behaviour support plans, evidence-based interventions and programs that strengthen student engagement, wellbeing and participation in learning.

Experience supporting students with complex behaviours is highly regarded, along with an understanding of trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches. Suitable applicants should contribute to collaborative problem-solving, inclusive whole-school practices and targeted supports that assist with complex behaviour support, emotional regulation and student wellbeing. Strong relationship-building skills are also highly valued, particularly when working with students, families and staff across a range of backgrounds and situations.

The role also includes collecting and reviewing behavioural and wellbeing data to help monitor the effectiveness of interventions and inform ongoing improvement within the school’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. Suitable applicants will ideally bring sound organisation, initiative and adaptability, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team focused on reducing barriers to engagement and supporting positive student outcomes.

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 Kylie Butler, Deputy Principal on (08) 6216 4950 or emailing Kylie.Butler@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 disabilities, 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
• Up to five (5) pages statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and collaborative with individuals across a range of backgrounds.
  • Demonstrated initiative and good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and work autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Demonstrated good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide strategies.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in working in diverse settings with students and families with significant challenges and needs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of positive behaviour support techniques.

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/SS1071158

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.