Education Assistant - Mainstream
Government of Western Australia
- Australia
- $32.75-37.05 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
FTE: 0.1-1.0
Location: Greenmount
Closing Date: 2025-09-17 4:30 PM
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-We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants 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.Greenmount Primary School (PS) provides a learning environment in which students feel safe and supported. Our positive and proactive approach develops resilient, socially and culturally aware and responsible young people. We teach the skills and language needed to create a school community where wellbeing is a focus. The school has an excellent reputation for its inclusive approach to education and its focus on all aspects of our students’ development. The staff, parents and carers work collaboratively in a mutually respectful and supportive environment. There is a genuine sense of community which is valued by all.Find out more about our school by visiting or .The RoleSuitable applicants will ideally support the development and implementation of our vision, values, culture, and strategic direction, as outlined on our website. The personal qualities you bring to the role are important to the school. You will ideally value developing positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the wider community. You should have a ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to anticipate and adapt to change, showing initiative, flexibility and creative problem solving to produce the best opportunities for students. A passion for working with young students and are committed to maximising your impact on student learning is highly desirable.We seek enthusiastic team members who show initiative in adapting tasks to meet student needs. You will ideally contribute advice and expertise, collaborating with staff to support student achievement. Under teacher direction. You will assist in the delivery of planned education programs, including the operation of digital technologies; implement individual or small group programs, and provide valuable feedback to support student learning.Suitable applicants will ideally assist with the preparation and organisation of quality learning environments by maintaining equipment, materials and resources, and assisting teachers with the clean and safe use of classroom items. You will ideally be responsible for assisting teachers with the supervision of students for all activities and the general care and wellbeing of students, including attending to minor illnesses and/or injuries.Want to know more?Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leah Stamenich, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9257 0600 or emailing .Equity and DiversityWe 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.EligibilityTo 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
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF.
- Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
- Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.