Education Assistant - Special Needs

We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs 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.

At North Morley Primary School (PS) we pride ourselves on creating and maintaining an inclusive, safe and caring community. This approach to education is a part of our strong tradition of providing an educational environment that promotes cultural responsiveness, connection with community, academic progress, the arts and physical education in a supportive environment. We are seeking people with a commitment to a team environment and ongoing learning to improve the outcomes for our community.

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

The Role

The school prioritises strong relationships as the foundation of future success. Suitable applicants should be able to build and maintain effective relationships with students, families, and staff. You would also assist and work effectively with teachers in the delivery of planned educational programs for students, and small groups of students. We are strongly committed to ensuring the support of a Special Needs Education Assistant results in improved curriculum access, progress, and achievement for every student.

The ability to be flexible, exercise initiative and work as part of a team will be highly advantageous. Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to collaborate with teachers to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. Suitable applicants should also have a strong knowledge of a range of evidence-based techniques for supporting learning, behaviour and disabilities. Knowledge and experience in working with English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) students, students with behavioural needs and students with disability would be advantageous.

You would work either under general supervision or autonomously and contribute advice and expertise, collaborating with school community members to support student achievement. We are seeking applicants who are committed to enhancing students’ learning opportunities using their understanding of differentiation, intervention, and engagement strategies to assist students in accessing the curriculum. It would be advantageous to have knowledge and experience with small group intervention.

We have an experienced and dedicated staff who work together with parents to provide learning programs that reflect the individual needs of students. We pride ourselves on working together as a team towards our shared goals. Demonstrating how you work in collaboration with others to achieve shared goals would be advantageous.

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 Anthony Chiappalone, Principal on (08) 9218 1650 or Anthony.Chiappalone@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 three (3) 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 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/SS1004897

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 17 November 2025

Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs

Agency Department of Education

Salary Level 2/3, $34.87 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)

Location Dianella

Unit/Division Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Branch North Morley Primary School

Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Position No. Pool Ref IPS/SS1004897

Closing Date 2025-11-17 4:30 PM