Education Assistant - Mainstream

Central Regional TAFE; City Of Mandurah; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

South Halls Head Primary School is seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies that may arise during the 2027 school year.

As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will work with teachers to support planned learning programs, assist in preparation and maintenance of learning environments, and help broaden student engagement and achievement in inclusive settings.

Qualifications

• Must be Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with 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 a current Screening Clearance Number.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of planned learning programs and classroom activities to enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Assist in the preparation, organisation and maintenance of learning environments, resources and materials, ensuring classrooms are safe and inclusive.
• Support student wellbeing and positive behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream 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.

South Halls Head Primary School's aim is to work closely with our community to provide an outstanding educational experience for our students. We strongly believe in success for all students, as we develop the 'whole child'- academically, socially, emotionally, creatively and physically. Students strive to achieve, as we encourage them to take risks, to accept challenges and to learn from their mistakes.

Find out more about our school by visiting southhallsheadps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Mainstream Education Assistant, suitable applicants will work collaboratively with teachers and colleagues to support the delivery of planned learning programs and classroom activities that enhance student engagement and achievement.

They will assist in the preparation, organisation and maintenance of learning environments, resources and materials, ensuring classrooms are safe, inclusive and conducive to learning.

The role ideally requires strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to build positive relationships with students, staff, families and the wider school community, while supporting students in individual, small group and whole-class contexts.

Working under teacher direction, suitable applicants should display initiative, flexibility and adaptability to respond to the diverse needs of students and the school environment, contribute to student wellbeing, support positive behaviour in accordance with school policies and procedures, and play an active role in fostering a welcoming and supportive culture where every student can thrive.

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 Danika Appleby, Deputy Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail].

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

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 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/SS1072602

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 25 November 2026