Education Assistant - Mainstream

We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants 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.

South Bunbury Primary School (PS), established in 1913, has a highly regarded history of providing quality education to generations of families. South Bunbury PS is located on the traditional lands of the Noongar Wardandi people, and we acknowledge and respect the contribution they make to the education of everyone in our school community.

Staff at South Bunbury PS believe in unlocking every child’s unique learning potential by providing the toolkit for them to leap with confidence. Success for our students means embracing challenges with curiosity and resilience, to achieve academically, socially and emotionally.

Educators regularly engage in targeted professional learning and collaboration to develop and implement whole school, evidence-based processes and programs to effectively meet the needs of every child. Our staff actively reflect on data to implement academic programs, based on research and evidence of best practice. Staff lead the improvement of the school through their involvement in a variety of curriculum and wellbeing teams, with a focus on increased outcomes for students. Our whole school Positive Behaviour Support program supports the social development and emotional wellbeing of all students.

Find out more about our school by visiting southbunburyps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Suitable applicants for this role will ideally possess strong people skills and an ability to build positive relationships with staff, students and parents. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate applicants who have the needs of all students at the heart of what they do and are willing to work collaboratively to help create and maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment for all.

Suitable applicants will assist with the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as support the general health and well-being of all students. Strong communication and organisation skills are required in this role to ensure consistency in the learning environment and a clear sense of unity within the team.

Suitable applicants will ideally be organised and be able to use their initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment, including supporting students with access to digital technology. At South Bunbury PS we have a strong pastoral care program focused on Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). Our school is embarking on a trauma-informed approach using the Berry Street Education Model in conjunction with our PBS approach to support the social emotional development and wellbeing of all students. These programs promote the positive behaviour expectations and emotional development needed to grow successfully both academically and socially.

Suitable applicants should understand the importance of consistency of practice and will follow teacher expectations and individual student plans to achieve desired outcomes. Suitable applicants should have a strong understanding of early childhood development and know the importance of play in learning. Trauma-informed practices as well as strategies to support the inclusion of students with special needs is highly 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 Michelle Waywood, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9796 4600 or emailing Michelle.Waywood@education.wa.edu.au.

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
  1. Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
  2. Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
  3. Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
  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 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1005235

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 14 November 2025