Education Assistant - Special Needs

Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch : Glengarry Primary School Division : Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region Salary : Level 2 / 3, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025) Work Type : Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time FTE : Location : Duncraig Closing Date : 2026-02-27 4 : 30 PM Attachments : -

Glengarry Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant’s – Special Needs 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.

Glengarry PS is an attractive school located in the suburb of Duncraig, approximately 15 kilometres north of Perth City. The well-kept buildings, featuring student made mosaic masterpieces are surrounded by tranquil, natural bushland, flowerbeds and well maintained grassed and bitumen play areas.

The supportive, dedicated, and experienced staff work collaboratively to enhance each of the 400 student's physical, social, academic, and emotional development. Assisted by continuing professional development, the staff are working to prepare students for the many demands and rapid change of the 21st century. The school is well resourced, especially in the area of technology.

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The Role

As an Education Assistant - Special Needs you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of planned education programs for students across Kindergarten to Year 6. This may include managing small groups of students under the direction of the teacher that will help in the development of young minds and support the general health and wellbeing of students. You would work in a collaborative environment to provide support for students in the classroom.

Suitable applicants will ideally be caring, proactive, and responsive, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group-based programs. Education Assistants should work alongside teachers to ensure the implementation of the school business plan and priorities using the agreed programs and strategies. The ability to work with small groups of students assisting them socially and academically is highly desirable. Suitable applicants may also be required to provide feedback to parents or caregivers as to student progress. You should have excellent time management skills and be able to work with a variety of teachers and students throughout the day.

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.

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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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

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 being your current line manager.

Step 2 : Attach your documents

Your application should include :

A two (2) 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.

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS1016304

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

Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Agency Department of Education Salary Location Duncraig Unit / Division Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region Branch Glengarry Primary School Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref IPS / SS1016304 Closing Date Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch Glengarry Primary School Location Duncraig Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref IPS / SS1016304 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Education Description

Glengarry Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant’s – Special Needs 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.

Glengarry PS is an attractive school located in the suburb of Duncraig, approximately 15 kilometres north of Perth City. The well-kept buildings, featuring student made mosaic masterpieces are surrounded by tranquil, natural bushland, flowerbeds and well maintained grassed and bitumen play areas.

The supportive, dedicated, and experienced staff work collaboratively to enhance each of the 400 student's physical, social, academic, and emotional development. Assisted by continuing professional development, the staff are working to prepare students for the many demands and rapid change of the 21st century. The school is well resourced, especially in the area of technology.

Find out more about our school by visiting or

The Role

As an Education Assistant - Special Needs you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of planned education programs for students across Kindergarten to Year 6. This may include managing small groups of students under the direction of the teacher that will help in the development of young minds and support the general health and wellbeing of students. You would work in a collaborative environment to provide support for students in the classroom.

Suitable applicants will ideally be caring, proactive, and responsive, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group-based programs. Education Assistants should work alongside teachers to ensure the implementation of the school business plan and priorities using the agreed programs and strategies. The ability to work with small groups of students assisting them socially and academically is highly desirable. Suitable applicants may also be required to provide feedback to parents or caregivers as to student progress. You should have excellent time management skills and be able to work with a variety of teachers and students throughout the day.

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.

Explore our for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must :

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 being your current line manager.

Step 2 : Attach your documents

Your application should include :

A two (2) 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.

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS1016304

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

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