Join to apply for the Education Assistant - Special Needs role at Department of Education, Western Australia1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Education Assistant - Special Needs role at Department of Education, Western AustraliaGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Applicants deemed suitable from process IPS/SS934734 need not apply.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 2025 school year and up until the end of Term 2, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.Our SchoolNorth Tom Price Primary School (PS) is one of two primary schools located at Tom Price in the Pilbara region of WA, approximately 1465km from Perth. The school has attractive grounds which adjoin the local oval and is surrounded by the nearby ranges of the picturesque Hamersley Ranges.The renowned Karijini National Park is a short drive away providing a picturesque recreational area to visit and enjoy. The school has approximately 280 students from Kindergarten to Year Six. Our students come from all over the world including Australia, New Zealand, Philippines and Thailand.North Tom Price PS is a wonderful school community as students, staff and parents work together to create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students to thrive. Our school has earned a positive reputation for the safe and nurturing environment we provide, and has a strong ethos of being a warm, caring and friendly community where every child is treated as a valued individual.Find out more about our school by visiting North Tom Price PS or Schools OnlineThe RoleSuitable applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery of planned education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will also ideally provide feedback, when required, on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to student progress. The ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing of students is highly regarded.We value applicants who possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills which will be used to develop and promote the school’s values, ethos and priorities across the school community. You will ideally be compassionate and able to work collaboratively to implement documented plans.Suitable applicants should possess the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, students and teachers. Additionally, should also 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.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 Jody Goesch, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9188 3600 or jody.goesch@education.wa.edu.auEquity and DiversityWe 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.EligibilityTo 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; andconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include:A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position, andA two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDFDemonstrated 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/SS972928The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 June 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionEducation and TrainingIndustriesEducation Administration ProgramsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Department of Education, Western Australia by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Education Assistant” roles.Tom Price, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoTom Price, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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