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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 We are seeking to establish a pool of enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly effective Special Needs Education Assistants (EAs) for permanent and fixed term, fulltime and parttime 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. 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. Responsibilities Support the implementation of individual and smallgroup 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 programmes where required. Qualifications & Attributes 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 individualized support and contribute effectively in wholeclass 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). 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. Eligibility 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. Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Educations Screening Unit before you start. Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) workrelated referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A threepage statement addressing the selection criteria in the attached JDF. The statement should demonstrate: Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals; and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary. Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in evaluating education and therapy programmes for special education. Good organisational skills that support the delivery and development of effective educational programmes and feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists. Ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programmes, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programmes. Knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents. Ability to assist with 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 Educations Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS997932 The Department applies a fourday breach period to this selection process. Applications close:4.30pm (AWS T) on Monday, 17November2025 Agency Department of Education Position Title: Education Assistant Special Needs Location: Ashfield Unit/Division: North Metropolitan Education Region Branch: Ashfield Primary School Position No.: Pool Ref IPS/SS997932 Salary Level 2/3, $34.87 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025) Closing Date202511174:30PM #J-18808-Ljbffr