This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Nyabing Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Mainstream Education Assistant to join their friendly team.
Nyabing PS is part of a close knit and dedicated community. Staff at Nyabing PS are passionate about our students receiving the best education possible. We are welcoming, inclusive and enjoy wonderful camaraderie between staff across the school. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, thorough and dedicated to the School, its students and our goal of achieving high quality learning outcomes in line with our school vision “To sow seeds of knowledge that encourage our community of learners to flourish.”
Find out more about our school by visiting www.nyabingps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will have a passion for working with students and have highly developed organisation and interpersonal skills. The successful applicant will ideally be committed to achieving the best educational outcomes for our students. This role requires you to work as part of a dedicated team and provides you with the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our school community.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally be organised and diligent to effectively maintain and utilise resources for use in classes and ensure a safe, tidy learning environment is maintained. Your strong interpersonal skills will enable you to quickly establish a good rapport with students and staff. You should display the ability to communicate effectively with the classroom teacher and be guided by their advice.
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 Sonya Orford, Principal on (08) 6866 1750 or emailing Sonya.Orford@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 three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
- Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
- 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/SS1047290
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, 12 June 2026
