Education Assistant - Special Needs

Department of Education; Dampier; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dampier Primary School is seeking an Education Assistant – Special Needs to support students with disabilities across Kindergarten to Year 6. The role involves assisting teachers with planned education programs, promoting wellbeing and engagement, and contributing to an inclusive classroom environment.

Successful applicants will implement IEPs, support behaviour management strategies, and adapt resources while working flexibly across multiple classrooms.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with disability and learning needs.
• Ability to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams across classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to students.
• Adapt learning resources to meet diverse needs.
• Assist with classroom routines and transitions.
• Observe and record student progress; provide feedback to teachers.
• Promote inclusive education and positive student wellbeing.

Skills

Special Needs Support

IEP knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant – Special Needs for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Our School Dampier Primary School (PS) is a proud Independent Public‑School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 (K‑6). Our school is a small learning community situated in the heart of the Pilbara flanked by the red dirt and the pristine waters of the Dampier Archipelago. As a school we are immensely proud of our people, our programs and our progress. We believe it is the people at Dampier, and our shared commitment towards providing an optimal education for all students, which helps make it such a special place. The strength of the school lies in its happy and hardworking students, its talented and dedicated staff, and its generous and capable parent community. Our staff are passionate about student learning and work collaboratively across year levels to improve the educational outcomes of all students. Find out more about our school by visiting www.dampier.wa.edu.au or Schools Online . The Role Special Needs Education Assistants play a vital role in supporting students with disability and additional learning needs to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life. Working under the direction of teachers and school leadership, you will assist in the delivery of planned education programs that promote student learning, wellbeing, independence, and engagement while contributing to a supportive and inclusive school environment. Suitable applicants will assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behaviour support strategies, and personalised learning adjustments. Responsibilities may include providing individual and small-group support, adapting learning resources, assisting with classroom routines and transitions, reinforcing learning concepts, and promoting positive behaviour and social development. Suitable applicants may also be required to provide personal care and health‑related support where necessary, ensuring student dignity, safety, and wellbeing at all times. The role involves observing and recording student progress, providing feedback to teachers on educational programs, and contributing to collaborative planning and review processes. We highly value applicant with strong interpersonal and organisational skills and who can work effectively as part of a professional team. Ideally, you will have knowledge and experience supporting students with a range of disabilities and learning difficulties, including the ability to respond effectively to complex or challenging behaviours. Flexibility and a willingness to work across a variety of classrooms and learning environments will be highly regarded. Suitable applicants will display a genuine passion for inclusive education, maintain confidentiality, build positive relationships with students and staff, and contribute positively to the culture of the school. Most importantly, they would share our commitment to helping every student achieve success in a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. This is a rewarding role that will allow you to make a real difference in the lives of students with special needs.

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

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

• 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.