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Job Title


Education Assistant - Mainstream


Company : Department of Education, Western Australia


Location : Albany, Western Australia


Created : 2026-01-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Education Assistant - MainstreamThis is a 12-month fixed-term, part-time (0.2 FTE) position commencing Term 1,with a possible extension.The role is based at Albany Primary School and involves one day per week of support work.Albany PS students come from a diverse range of social and cultural backgrounds.All staff are dedicated to providing a learning environment with a strong sense of community and belonging.Collaboration is a key focus of our staff teams.RoleAssist in the delivery of planned education programmes for mainstream learners.Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement individual or smallgroup activities.Support the general health and wellbeing of students.Organise and maintain the learning environment, including equipment, materials and resources.Work both independently and as part of a team, using initiative to help prepare and maintain classroom resources.EligibilityAustralian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or holder of a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of appointment.Must obtain a valid Working With Children Check before starting.Must 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 starting.Application InstructionsApply online in two steps :Step 1: Select "Apply for Job" and complete the online application form, including details of two workrelated referees, preferably one being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documents: a CV of up to two pages, a twotothreepage statement addressing the selection criteria, and evidence of communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, and ability to support student wellbeing.Applications must be received before the closing date and time.Late applications will not be accepted.Equity and DiversityThe Department is 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 Islander people, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Important DatesApplications close : 4 : 30 pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 December#J-18808-Ljbffr