Holland Street School is 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 to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Holland Street School is a standout public school in the Midwest Region providing quality learning experiences for students who require substantial extensive adjustments that may include a high level of personal and/or medical care and have a diagnosed disability within the following domains: intellectual, physical and autism spectrum disorder.
Located in the heart of Geraldton, we cater for students from Kindergarten to Year 12, aged between 4 and 18 years. With small class sizes and a high staff to student ratio, our students enjoy an enriched environment that is inclusive, safe and focused on individualised learning.
Why Join Us?
Holland Street School is a close-knit, supportive school community where every staff member can truly make a difference in the lives of students. We pride ourselves on being:
- Collaborative and Supportive – Work as part of a dedicated team where collegiality and shared learning are valued.
- A Chance to Make a Difference – Contribute to enriching the lives of students and supporting them to reach their full potential.
- Professional Growth – Opportunities for ongoing professional development to strengthen your skills and career pathway.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.hollandstreetschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants will assist teaching staff in the delivery of planned education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. You will also 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, as well as the ability and willingness to engage with children with challenging behaviours, is highly desirable.
As an Education Assistant you will, under limited supervision and guidance be performing tasks that require discretion and judgement to assist students in achieving their full potential. We strive for an inclusive school environment that caters for students with a diverse range of support needs both academically and socially.
Suitable applicants should ideally possess a high level of interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with teachers to scaffold the curriculum and provide feedback on Teaching & Learning Adjustments. It is important that applicants have a positive attitude and the ability to anticipate and adapt to change, showing initiative and flexibility to produce the best opportunities for students. Completion of or working towards a Certificate III or Certificate IV in School Based Education Support is highly desirable.
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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 Andrea Reynolds, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9923 69***or emailing ***************@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Andrea Reynolds on 0459 870 ***.
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 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 (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. 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.
- 1. Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- 2. Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
- 3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- 4. Demonstrated ability to assist with the 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 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS994919
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 23 October 2025
Attachments
- Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
- PUBLISHED JDF
- Generic
- Education Assistant (Special
Needs)
- Schools
- L3
- Mar 2023.pdf
- applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf