Education Assistant- Special Needs

We are seeking to establish a pool of enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly effective Special Needs Education Assistants (EAs) 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.

Ashfield Primary School is a proud and diverse school community with a strong focus on student achievement, wellbeing, and inclusion. Celebrating over 70 years of education, our school values collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence. We provide a safe and supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through strong partnerships with families and the wider community, we aim to ensure every student is engaged, challenged, and successful in their learning journey.

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

The Role

We are seeking Special Needs Education Assistants that enjoy being part of a team, showing commitment in making a positive impact in students’ lives. The ideal applicants should be flexible and collaborative to work alongside teachers, leadership members and peers to support a strong learning culture. In addition, it is highly desirable that suitable applicants are reflective and open to feedback, coaching and continuous growth.

As an Education Assistant, your role includes but not limited to:

• Support the implementation of individual and small group learning plans, including modelling, prompting, and guided practice.
• Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of resources and the learning environment.
• Assist with the care, supervision, and wellbeing of students during class, play, and excursions.
• Supporting students with physical, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Assisting with personal care routines and therapy programs where required.

We are looking for applicants who displays:

• A strong ability to promote active and positive learning
• Contribute to a positive school culture
• Commitment to building positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• The capacity to provide both individualised support and contribute effectively in whole-class settings.
• Professionalism, initiative, and reliability.

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 Claudia Grieco, Principal on (08) 6216 1300 or emailing Claudia.Grieco@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: SS/SS997932

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

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