Education Assistant - Special Needs

Department of Education; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywood Primary School in Western Australia is seeking Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time vacancies arising in 2027 and continuing into 2028. The school values a positive, welcoming atmosphere and collaboration with the community to provide quality learning experiences for children.

Ideal applicants bring energy, initiative and a commitment to student success, with Early Childhood experience and background in supporting learners with

Qualifications

• High-level interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with staff.
• Calm, proactive and adaptable, especially with diverse learner needs.
• Experience supporting students with additional needs and complex behaviours preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in education programs and promote an inclusive, engaging learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver planned learning programs and support students’ development.
• Provide feedback on education and therapy programs and help evaluate student progress and goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm and proactive

Adaptable

Early Childhood experience

Job description

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 2027 school year and up to the end of Term1, 2028. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Honeywood Primary School has built a proud reputation for our very positive and welcoming atmosphere, our common-sense approach, and our determination to provide quality learning experiences for our children; a reputation founded on hard work and collaboration with our community. We strive to ensure our children enjoy a quality learning environment that provides for fun and playful, yet accountable learning. As a growing school community, we are experiencing an increasing need for skilled and passionate Special Needs Education Assistants to support students with a diverse range of learning, behavioural and complex needs. We are particularly interested in applicants who bring energy, experience, initiative and a genuine commitment to supporting student success. Experience working in Early Childhood settings and supporting students with complex behaviours will also be highly regarded. Find out more about our school by visiting honeywoodps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online . The Role As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will ideally assist in education programs and promote a supportive, inclusive and engaging learning environment. Education Assistants work closely with teachers to deliver planned learning programs, enabling students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional and physical skills. Suitable applicants should possess high-level interpersonal skills and work collaboratively with staff members to meet the needs of students. In this role, you will provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation of student progress and achievement of goals. We are seeking applicants who are calm, proactive and adaptable, ideally with experience supporting students with additional needs, including those who present with complex behaviours. The ability to build positive relationships, implement behaviour support strategies and contribute to a positive classroom culture will be highly valued. Experience in Early Childhood education would be an advantage, particularly for applicants who can support young learners to successfully engage.

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 Maria Cook, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail] . During the school holidays, please contact Maria Cook on 0419199183 and or [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/SS1065766 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 October 2026