Education Assistant - Special Needs

Department of Education, Western AustraliaBaldivis, Western Australia, Australia

16 days ago

Job description

Overview

Baldivis Gardens Primary School (PS) is inviting applications for an Education Assistant – Special Needs to support the school’s inclusive education program. Vacancies are permanent and fixed term, full‑time and part‑time and may arise during the 2026 school year.

Vision, Motto and Ethos

Our vision is to nurture students in a safe and supportive learning environment where parents and staff share responsibility for student growth and development. Our motto is ‘Nurture Grow Thrive’ and our ethos is GROW : Gain Knowledge, Respect Others, Own your Actions and Work Hard.

Role and Responsibilities

Support teachers in delivering planned education programs across a wide range of curriculum areas and year levels.
Assist in the modification and maintenance of the learning environment.
Work independently and, when required, without supervision, demonstrating initiative to manage challenging behaviours.
Support students’ academic, social, emotional and physical development.
Provide care and support for students with a range of disabilities, learning difficulties and health conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and diabetes.

Qualifications and Experience

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in special education or a related field.

Experience working with students with a range of disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Experience supporting students with chronic health conditions such as diabetes.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with teachers, parents and support staff.

Organisational skills and ability to support the delivery and development of effective education programs.

Eligibility

Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that allows work for the term of the appointment.

Valid Working With Children Check before commencing.

Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtaining a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before commencing.

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 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.

Application Instructions

Step 1 : Select Apply for Job – complete the online application form and include details of two work‑related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2 : Attach your documents – your application must include :

A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

A three‑page statement addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). The statement should demonstrate good written and oral communication skills, good interpersonal skills, good organisational skills and the specific knowledge and experience required for the role.

To contact us please call Melinda Stewart, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9523 7000 or email melinda.stewart@education.wa.edu.au.

Applications close 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday 3 November 2025.

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