Education Assistant - Special Needs

Department of Education, Western Australia; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Orelia Primary School, part of the Department of Education, Western Australia, is seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time vacancies arising during the 2027 school year.

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will support delivery of educational programs, help students develop academic, social, emotional and physical skills, and contribute to evaluating individual goals in an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and ADHD.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and students.
• Understanding of individual student needs and inclusive education principles.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of educational programs under teacher direction.
• Assist students in developing academic, social, emotional and physical skills.
• Provide feedback on educational and therapy programs and contribute to student goals evaluation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistant 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.

Orelia Primary School (PS) is a vibrant and inclusive Independent Public School committed to creating a safe, supportive and culturally responsive learning environment for all students. We pride ourselves on strong community partnerships and a whole-school approach to student engagement, wellbeing and achievement.

Our school has a strong focus on inclusive education, supporting students with complex autism profiles and trauma-affected backgrounds through evidence-based, individualised programs.

Find out more about our school by visiting Orelia Primary School or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will ideally work under teacher direction to support the delivery of educational programs and contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Suitable applicants should assist students in developing their academic, social, emotional and physical skills, while providing feedback on educational and therapy programs and contributing to the evaluation of individual student goals.

Knowledge and experience supporting students with a range of learning needs is highly regarded, particularly students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Suitable applicants should display a positive and supportive approach when working with students, with an understanding of individual needs and strategies that encourage student engagement, development and participation within the classroom.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are highly valued, along with the ability to work collaboratively as a valued member of the school team. Suitable applicants would ideally be experienced in building positive working relationships with teachers, support staff and students, and contributing to a coordinated approach to individual student needs.

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 Joanne Tester, 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

• 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/SS1067501 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 October 2026