Education Assistant - English as an Additional Language/Dialect

Position Details

Branch: Parkwood Primary School

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Level 3, $39.78 - $41.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: Parkwood

Closing Date: 2026-06-24 4:30 PM

This is a 15-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

About the School

Parkwood Primary School (PS) opened in 1975 and is at the eastern end of the Fremantle-Peel Education District. The school sits adjacent to Lynwood Senior High School. Our students enjoy quality facilities, equipment, and resources to enhance their learning experiences.

Our Intensive English Centre (IEC) caters for approximately 100 students in 7 classes from Pre-Primary to Year 6. Each class is supported by a Classroom Teacher and Ethnic Education Assistant.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Education Assistant (English as an Additional Language/Dialect) to support students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Working under limited supervision and guidance, the successful applicant will provide mentoring, pastoral care, and practical assistance to help English as a Second Language (ESL) students actively participate in and achieve success within the school environment.

A key aspect of this role involves supporting communication between students, families, teachers, and the wider school community. This may include interpreting and translating information where language barriers exist, helping students and their parents or caregivers better understand and engage with educational programs. The Education Assistant will also foster greater awareness and appreciation of cultural and linguistic diversity across the school community while assisting students to develop their understanding and use of Standard Australian English.

The ability to speak another language/s would be desirable, but not essential for the role.

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 Tess Vercoe, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9235 1400 or emailing Tess.Vercoe@education.wa.edu.au.

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.

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps. Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees. Attach your CV and a statement addressing the selection criteria.