Education Assistant - Special Needs

Department of Education; Hillman; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education, Hillman Primary School, seeks Special Needs Education Assistants to join a pool for permanent and fixed-term vacancies that may arise during 2027. The role supports teachers in delivering planned programs and fosters an inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs.

Suitable applicants will assist with therapy programs (occupational, speech, physiotherapy) and contribute to student progress by developing academic, social and physical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in inclusive education settings.
• Ability to assist with planned education programs.
• Ability to support students with disabilities in classroom and therapy activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering planned education programs.
• Support students in developing academic, social and physical skills.
• Assist with occupational, speech and physiotherapy programs under teacher direction.
• Provide feedback on student progress towards goals.
• Manage classroom resources and inventory as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Disabilities experience

Job description

The Role

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 year and up to the end of Term 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Students who belong (dandjoo), learn (kaadatj), and achieve (woola), that is Hillman Primary School's commitment to our students and community. We continually strive to be the best learning community we can be, where our students develop a strong sense of belonging and where excellence in learning and achievement is at the core. Find out more about our school by visiting Facebook or Schools Online . The Role As a Special Needs Education Assistant, suitable applicants will assist teachers in delivering planned education programs and supporting a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students. Education Assistant will assist teachers in the delivery of planned education programs to assist students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social and physical skills. Suitable applicants should have a high level of interpersonal skills and work collaboratively with staff members to meet the needs of students. Applicants will ideally possess the knowledge and experience of working with students with a range of disabilities and the ability to support student growth, both academically and socially, within the classroom setting. Under teacher direction, suitable applicants will assist in delivering specialised education and therapy programs, including occupational, speech and physiotherapy programs, as well as planned education programs, individual and small group activities. They will provide feedback on education and therapy programs, contribute to the evaluation of student progress towards special education goals, and assist teachers and therapists to address communication difficulties between staff and students. Suitable applicants will collect resources and administrative documents and manage classroom resources or storerooms by maintaining and updating inventory lists, monitoring stock levels and requirements, and submitting requisitions to the teacher for approval. The role may also involve ensuring the safe and hygienic storage and handling of foodstuffs and food preparation utensils.

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 Alexandra McDonald, Principal, on [phone] or emailing [e-mail] . During the school holidays, please contact Alexandra McDonald on [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/SS1064669 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 October 2026