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We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant - 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.
John Curtin College of the Arts (JCCA) is a leader in public education. Our commitment is to not only build capacity in students’ academic pursuits but to make each child the very best person they can be by celebrating achievements in all facets of education, using creativity to promote excellence and nurture wellbeing.
Our college caters for 1800 students from Years 7 to 12. Our programs reflect our belief that all students are individual and come with different learning needs. We offer learning experiences that motivate and extend students academically through our Gifted and Talented Secondary Selective Entrance Arts Programs in Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Drama, Media Arts, Music, Music Theatre and Visual Arts, as well as a school-based Academic Excellence Program. We are a Perth Glory Academy School and our Specialist Football Program is well renowned.
We use the Arts as a vehicle for student engagement and motivation. The Arts at John Curtin is as much about providing dynamic opportunities for all students (each year we produce over 100 performances/exhibitions) as it is about developing transferable life skills such as empathy, creative and critical thinking, collaboration and the ability to communicate, all important attributes for any future pathway.
The Role
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will work under the direction of a teacher to support education programs and help create a supportive, inclusive learning environment. You will assist in delivering planned programs that enable students to reach their full potential by developing their academic, social, emotional, and physical skills. This includes supporting students in the use of computers and digital technologies. You will also provide feedback on educational and therapy programs as required and take part in evaluating students’ progress toward their individual goals.
You should have robust interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff to meet the diverse needs of students. Ideally, you will have knowledge and experience working with students who have a range of disabilities and learning difficulties, along with the ability to support their academic and social growth within the classroom.
You will also need the ability to work effectively with twice-exceptional students and assist in delivering planned programs that support their unique learning needs. Experience and/or qualifications in outdoor education programs and activities are desirable.
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 Alison Wells, Manager Corporate Services on or
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
- 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.
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
- Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work‑related referees, preferably one 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 four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented.
- 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.
- Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with general health and well‑being of students.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
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
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Temporary
Job Function: Education and Training
Industries: Education Administration Programs
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 14 November 2025
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