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 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Wandering Primary School (PS) offers excellent teaching and quality learning, good values and a strong pastoral care program. We are concerned with children's physical, intellectual, emotional, social, aesthetic and creative growth and the ability to apply this to day to day living. We regard all children in our care as individuals, encouraging them to develop to the fullest extent possible.
Wandering PS, located approximately 130 km south-east of Perth, is a small Level 3 Western Australian Government School offering high quality individualised and inclusive education from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school provides rich learning experiences for children in the town and outlying rural areas. Wandering PS runs Multi-Aged classrooms.
The Role
Join our team as a Special Needs Education Assistant and support the Department's objective of teaching and learning for students with special needs. You will assist in the implementation of specialised education programs such as occupational therapy, speech therapy and physiotherapy, helping to ensure that students receive the best possible education.
You will work closely with teachers to deliver planned education programs, including the use of computers and digital technologies, and will be responsible for implementing individual student or small group programs or demonstrations. Additionally, you will provide feedback on education and therapy programs and will participate in the evaluation process.
This is a rewarding role that will allow you to make a real difference in the lives of students with special needs. If you are passionate about making a difference, apply today and join our team of dedicated educators.
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.
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
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.
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position;
* A two (2)-page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF;
* 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.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
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 41*** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS1048366
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 29June 2026
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