Overview
Join to apply for the Education Assistant - Special Needs - Lead role at Department of Education, Western Australia.
We are seeking to establish a pool of Lead Education Assistants - Special Needs for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Durham Road School is the largest Education Support School in Western Australia, catering for approximately 250 students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Our educational focus is on delivering high quality teaching and learning experiences using evidence based best practice techniques. Our geographical intake area is between the four corners of Bullsbrook, Ellenbrook, Chidlow and Maylands. Find out more about our school by visiting durhamroads.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As Education Assistant Special Needs – Lead (EASN-L), suitable applicants would collaboratively work with consulting teachers to model evidence-informed interventions to school staff. Suitable applicants will ideally display outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to actively participate to teams and work alongside school staff, School Psychology Services and external agencies. Applicants with the ability to implement strategies, assist with problem solving and processes to achieve positive outcomes under a high pressure environment are highly desirable.
Suitable applicants may also work independently of the Consulting Teacher to provide direct guided support to students and peers. They will ideally display an excellent understanding of supporting students with a disability using evidence-based strategies and interventions. They will work with other Education Assistants to develop strategies which address issues that assist teachers in providing care and educational programs for students. They will assist in collecting and reporting data that will assist in improving outcomes for students.
Application Process and Requirements
Applications will be assessed against the work-related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that applicants consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
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 Angela Den Hollander, Human Resources Officer, on or by emailing During the school holidays, please contact Angela Den Hollander on.
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 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:
1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application form, including details of two work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three pages outlining your employment history and skilled learning summary relevant to this position.
- A two page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. The remaining selection criteria 3 and 4 will be addressed during the interview stage.
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 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS
The Department applies a four day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 20 October 2025
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