Education Assistant - Special Needs

Department of Education, Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education, Western Australia is seeking pool-based Education Assistants - Special Needs for permanent and fixed-term vacancies across the 2027 school year, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available at Tapping Primary School in Wanneroo. Roles involve supporting learning programs and allied therapies under teacher supervision.

Applicants must meet WA public education requirements, consent to background checks, and be prepared to engage in inclusive, equity-forward

Qualifications

• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers to deliver planned learning programs, including individual and small group activities.
• Help implement specialised programs developed by occupational therapists, speech pathologists and physiotherapists.
• Share observations and feedback on education and therapy programs and review student progress against goals.
• Support communication between students and teachers or therapists.
• Provide feedback to parents and caregivers on student progress as directed by the teacher.
• Help gather resources and administrative documents for the classroom.
• Maintain inventory and storage of classroom resources and ensure safe packing away after activities.
• Support student care and supervision during in-class and break times, including excursions.
• Assist with basic first aid and the care and wellbeing of students.

Job description

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

Tapping Primary School (PS) opened in 2007 and is situated on Wadjuk Noongar boodja in the Wanneroo Education Network. We are an Independent Public School of approximately 500 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, guided by our vision of Creating Opportunities for every student to Learn, to Grow and to Connect.

At Tapping PS every child is known. Our teachers and allied professionals create supportive and engaging learning environments where academic achievement is nurtured alongside social, emotional and physical development. We are a school community growing with purpose, backed by strong families and a genuine sense of belonging. With excitement building as we prepare to celebrate our 20th year in 2027, there has never been a better time to join us and be part of the team that marks this milestone and shapes our next chapter.

Find out more about our school by visiting tappingps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

Under the guidance of our classroom teachers, and with their full support, Education Assistants (Special Needs) duties may include:

• Work alongside teachers to deliver planned learning programs, including individual and small group activities
• Help implement specialised programs developed by occupational therapists, speech pathologists and physiotherapists
• Share observations and feedback on education and therapy programs, and take part in reviewing how students are tracking against their goals
• Support communication between students and their teachers or therapists
• Provide feedback to parents and caregivers on student progress, as directed by the teacher
• Help gather resources and administrative documents for the classroom
• Keep classroom resources and storerooms organised - maintaining inventory lists and monitoring stock levels
• Prepare and maintain the learning environment - setting up equipment, materials, displays and resources, and making sure everything is packed away safely after activities
• Support the care and supervision of students during both in and out-of-class activities, including student break times and assisting on excursions
• Assist with the general care and wellbeing of students, including tending to minor illnesses and providing basic first aid
• Help prepare food and support students with food preparation, eating and feeding where needed, including the safe and hygienic storage and handling of food and utensils
• Support students with mobility, including moving and transferring students between equipment where required
• Assist students with personal care, including toileting and dressing as required

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and to make a real difference in the lives of our students every day.

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 Teejay Domoney, Associate Principal on 6207 3100 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

To work with us, you must:

• 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/SS1069617

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 28 October 2026