Ngalangangpum School - WARMUN
School Principal : Mrs Fran Ellis School Address : PO Box 1100 Via Great Northern Highway Kununurra WA 6743 Phone Number : ********* Fax Number : ********* Email Address : ***************************.
Web Site : *************************.
Type : Full-Time Term : Temporary
Position Details
Student with Disabilities Educational Assistant
Ngalangangpum School, located in the Warmun First Nations Community, is a Catholic school dedicated to the Two-Way learning process, symbolised by the Mother and Child.
This approach equips students to navigate modern challenges while preserving their cultural identity.
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Education Assistant to support a student with disability who requires assistance with daily learning activities and assistance with toileting needs.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide one-on-one support to a student with disability in classroom and school settings.
• Assist with personal care routines, including toileting, hygiene, and transitions.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to implement individualised learning and care plans.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the dignity of the student at all times.
Selection Criteria
• Experience or training in supporting students with disability, especially in personal care.
• Understanding of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current Working with Children Check and relevant clearances.
• Desirable but not essential -Experience working in remote or Aboriginal community contexts.
Qualifications Required
Have or working towards Certificate III or IV in Education Support Special Needs or equivalent.
Application Details
Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria and resume, including the names and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be a current or recent employer.
On appointment successful applicants will require a WWC Check and current Department of Education (WA) National Police Clearance prior to commencing work.¿
If you require further information including accommodation please contact the Principal, Francine Ellis by email ************************** or phone ***********.
All applications should be addressed to the Principal, Francine Ellis, at: Ngalangangpum School Great Northern Hwy Warmun Community, WA 6743 and emailed to: **************************.
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.
Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position.
To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
In applying for this position you will be providing personal information to the School.
This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment.
A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must also be included.
The appropriate Criminal History Record Check form is available from the Department of Education website.
On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check.
Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State.
A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website.
An application for a WWC must be made in person.
Listed : 15th September, 2025 Applications Close : 10th October, 2025 Vacancy Number : 32556
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