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Division: Independent Public School - Southwest Education Region Agency: Department of Education Position Title: Education Assistant - Special Needs Location: Donnybrook Salary: Level 2/3, $34.87 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025) Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Applicant Eligibility: Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or holder of a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. Must obtain a valid Working With Children Check before starting and consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Educations Screening Unit before starting. Closing Date: 4:30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 13 November 2025 The Role We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, fulltime and parttime vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. The role will support teaching staff in delivering planned education programmes, promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment, and assisting students general health and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Assist teachers in planning and delivering education, therapy and support programmes. Provide feedback on education and therapy programmes and participate in the evaluation of student progress. Support students general health and wellbeing, including engagement with children exhibiting challenging behaviours. Follow safe work practices and maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment. Collaborate with the teaching team and the school community to support student achievement and accessing the curriculum. Qualifications and Skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with teachers and support staff. Knowledge and experience with evidencebased techniques for learning and behaviour, and an understanding of disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, students and teachers. Organisational skills, initiative, and the ability to work under general supervision or autonomously. Commitment to enhancing student learning opportunities through differentiation, intervention and engagement strategies. Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps. Step1: Select Apply for Job and complete the online application form, including details of two workrelated referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Step2: Attach the following documents: CV (up to two pages) outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A statement (up to two pages) addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals. Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents. Demonstrated ability to assist with general health and wellbeing of students. Shortlisted applicants will undergo further stages of assessment. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support when submitting your application, please call the Department of Educations Recruitment team at (08)92644127. Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting 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. Contact For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leah Greathead, Manager Corporate Services, at (08)97324400 or email [email protected]. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1004901 #J-18808-Ljbffr