Overview
Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS975421 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply. We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistant 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.
Joseph Banks Secondary College (SC) is an Independent Public School in the suburb of Banksia Grove, approximately 40 kilometres from the Perth Central Business District. We are an innovative College with student outcomes always at the forefront of everything we do. We advocate professional learning and development of career pathways for all staff. We serve students from surrounding suburbs including Carramar and Tapping.
As part of our vision for the College students are included in a culture of excellence, innovation, opportunity and success. Our school develops students into knowledgeable and respectful young adults through challenging, engaging and intentional instruction. Students are given a number of pathways on which to excel during their secondary education, including both curricular and extra-curricular programmes.
Find out more about our school by visiting j bsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As an Education Assistant – Special Needs you will ideally be responsible for assisting in the delivery of planned education programs and supporting students to meet their educational outcomes. This will include managing small groups of students under the direction of the teacher that will help in the development of young minds and support the general health and wellbeing of students. You will ideally work in a collaborative environment as para professionals beside teachers to support students and families. Experience in working with students of differing needs, including those with autism spectrum disorder, mental health, medical health and behavioural special needs would be highly desirable.
The suitable applicants should ideally be friendly, approachable, flexible, and have a genuine interest in supporting students with educational needs, and pastoral care support. Suitable applicants will ideally be caring, proactive, and responsive, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group-based programs. The suitable applicants will ideally work alongside teachers to ensure the implementation of the school business plan and priorities using the agreed programs and strategies. The ability to work with small groups of students assisting them socially and academically is highly desirable.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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 work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
* Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
* A CV of up to four pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
* A four page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
* Demonstrated criteria items as listed in the JDF
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/SS 1034862
The Department applies a four day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 17 April 2026
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