Education Assistant - Lead

Overview

We are seeking to establish a pool of Lead Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies that may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

At Koorana Education Support Centre, our teaching and support staff are highly trained and experienced professionals in the field of Special Needs and Disabilities Education. Our programs focus on a functional, relevant, engaging curriculum to improve students’ independence skills in preparation for high school. We maintain a high staff-to-student ratio to ensure teaching and learning is highly individualised, with the student at the centre of all we do. We work with therapists, families and caregivers to provide a balanced program addressing academic, social and emotional needs.

Our facilities include air-conditioned classrooms with technology such as iPads and interactive whiteboards, a Sensory Room, and additional teaching and learning spaces in the life skills demountable, multi-purpose room, alternative / low-stimulation classroom and playground area.

Role and responsibilities

Lead Education Assistants will guide and support a team of Education Assistants. In this role, you will work under the direction of classroom teachers to ensure students with additional needs are effectively supported in achieving educational goals and to promote a supportive, inclusive learning environment. Suitable applicants will model, mentor, and coach colleagues in the delivery of planned education programs. You will ideally have experience with best-practice strategies, providing constructive feedback and fostering a collaborative team culture, with a strong commitment to inclusive education and excellent communication skills to build positive, professional relationships with staff, students and families.

When required, you will provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation process relating to the achievement of goals in special education.

Qualifications and criteria

Essential and desirable qualifications and experience include :

• Experience guiding and supporting a team of Education Assistants; ability to mentor and coach colleagues; and experience with planned education programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to lead, induct and train Education Assistants and professional teams; ability to collect and present student data meaningfully.
• Strong organisational skills, including coordinating staff rosters and relief to support delivery of education programs.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application process

Application instructions are listed below. Applications should be submitted online in two steps :

Your application should include :

It is recommended you have attachments ready before applying. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team at (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS1003971

Applications close : 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 6 November 2025

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, people of diverse sexual orientations and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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 with 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).

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