Education Assistant - Special Needs

Department of Education; City Of Armadale; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education in Western Australia seeks a role focused on supporting students with health and physical disabilities, fostering a safe, inclusive classroom, and delivering high‑quality learning experiences. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and specialists to remove barriers to participation and promote wellbeing, resilience, and academic growth for every student.

Applicants must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current

Responsibilities

• Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
• 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.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.

Job description

This role requires patience, adaptability, and a strong commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key responsibilities

• Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

What you need

• 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.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.