Education Assistant - Mainstream

We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistants - Mainstream 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 4, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Pemberton District High School (DHS) is located amongst the karri forests of the South West’s Warren-Blackwood region and caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 10. We provide a caring, positive and creative learning environment that treats each student as an individual, providing tailored educational programs to celebrate their strengths, extend their potential and inspire life-long learning.

As a Positive Behaviour Support school, our friendly and respectful culture is reflected within all classrooms. Educational success is measured by more than just academic results, and we aim to meet the emotional, physical and social needs of all students. We believe this is best achieved through positive partnerships between school, home and the wider community, as we strive to embody our school values of Choose Respect, Be Resilient and Challenge Yourself.

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

The Role

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

Working under teacher direction in a diverse role, Education Assistants will also provide support to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant with the health and safety of students being a high priority. Managing student behaviour in accordance with school policies and programs is an important aspect of this role. Experience in delivering MiniLit and/or MacqLit would be well regarded.

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 Lee Illingworth, Principal on (08) 9776 5800 or Lee.Illingworth@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 who can attest to the claims made in your written application, 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; and
• A three (3) page statement addressing the 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 wellbeing 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/SS1047031

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 18 June 2026