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 and up to the end of Term 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Merriwa Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School which also hosts an Education Support Centre.

Merriwa PS promotes and encourages a team environment of excellence whereby all staff are valued and encouraged to participate in knowledge sharing and collaboration for the best outcomes for every student.

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

The Role

As a Mainstream Education Assistant, the suitable applicants would assist in the delivery of planned education programs that will help in the development of young minds, whilst collaborating and working in a team environment. Suitable applicants should possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. You will ideally be organised and be able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.

The suitable applicants would work under teacher direction in a diverse role. We are looking for applicants who can display a good understanding and application of poverty and trauma informed practice, with a clear understanding of the importance of whole school policies, programs and strategies. Ideally applicants would be able to demonstrate cultural awareness to inform their practice in providing an inclusive learning environment for Aboriginal and English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) students.

Additionally, they would also provide support to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant with the health and safety of students being a high priority. The suitable applicants should also be able to display the ability to manage complex and challenging student behaviour in accordance with school policies and programs.

We are seeking for applicants who are ideally well organised and able to use initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment by maintaining equipment, materials and resources, for use in classes. Additionally, they would assist with displays and with cleaning and safe storage of items after classes and activities

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 Sue Waterhouse, Principal on (08) 6206 2340 or Sue.Waterhouse@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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
  • Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
  • 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/SS1007164

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Attachments

• Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
• applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
• published jdf - generic - education assistant (mainstream) - schools - l1 - mar 2023.pdf

Position Title Education Assistant - Mainstream

Agency Department of Education

Salary Level 1/2, $32.75 - $37.05 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)

Location Merriwa

Unit/Division Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Branch Merriwa Primary School

Work Type Permanent - Full Time

Position No. Pool Ref IPS/SS1007164

Closing Date 2025-11-19 4:30 PM