Education Assistant - Lead

Department of Education; City Of Stirling; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Carine Senior High School in the northern suburbs of Perth is seeking to establish a pool of Lead Education Assistants for permanent and fixed-term vacancies during the 2027 school year. The role involves supporting teachers in inclusive settings and assisting students with complex physical, communication and personal care needs.

Successful applicants will join a large Education Assistants team, working under a Learning Support and Inclusion Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with physical disability or complex needs.
• Willingness to provide personal care and physical assistance.
• Ability to work within a large team under a Learning Support and Inclusion Manager.
• Team-oriented approach in a busy secondary school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering planned education programs in inclusive settings.
• Assist with student communication, learning, participation and independence throughout the day.
• Provide personal care and physical assistance when required (as trained).
• Work collaboratively with a large team of Education Assistants.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Communication support

Personal care support

Hoisting and transfers

Wheelchair mobility

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Lead education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Carine Senior High School (SHS) is a school of choice in the northern suburbs of Perth. Our school became an Independent Public School in 2015 and has since been leading academic performance from years 7 to 12 through the recruitment and development of highly effective program coordinators, teachers, and support staff. We accomplish our vision to seek excellence in education through individualised student pathways, which are consistently reviewed and adapted to ensure the best possible outcomes for all students. Our school community is positive and caring. Wellbeing is an overarching school priority. This is achieved through a dedicated team of specialist professionals who provide holistic support for our students' social and emotional wellbeing with a balanced focus on resiliency. Included are dedicated student services managers, chaplains, community health nurses, psychologists, academic support mentors, and support teachers. Parental involvement in students’ education is welcomed and encouraged as we believe strongly in the importance of open, honest, and supportive links between family and school. Support dogs are in attendance; Noodles and Leo are popular with many. The Student Services team plans regular reward and extra-curricular events for students who consistently strive for success. Find out more about our school by visiting www.carinehs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

We are looking to add to our large team of Education Assistants to assist teachers in the delivery of planned education programs in inclusive settings and implement individual student support. The Education Assistants at our school are line managed by a Learning Support and Inclusion Manager. The ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively within a large team of Education Assistants is key to this role. This position involves supporting students with complex physical, communication and personal care needs within a mainstream secondary school environment. Suitable applicants may be required to provide personal care and physical assistance, which may include toileting and hygiene support, hoisting and transfers, wheelchair mobility and positioning, and assistance with eating and drinking. The role will also involve supporting the student’s communication, learning, participation and independence throughout the school day. Experience supporting students with significant physical disability, complex communication needs and/or personal care requirements is highly desirable. Appropriate training will be provided where required. 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 James Lorimer, Associate Principal on 0438 850 330 or by emailing [e-mail] . During the school holidays, please contact James Lorimer, Associate Principal on 0438 850 330.

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 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

• 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 and obtain 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).

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1066788 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 26 October 2026