Education Assistant - Special Needs

VenuesWest; Victoria; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in East Victoria Park is seeking a dynamic Special Needs Education Assistant for a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026. This role involves assisting teaching staff in delivering education programs and supporting students with diverse learning needs. Ideal candidates will have experience in special education, particularly for children with cognitive and physical disabilities. Emphasis on effective communication and collaboration within the school community is essential. The role offers a starting salary of $37.78 - $39.37 per hour.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace environment

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs in a primary Education Support setting.
• Knowledge of Augmentative Alternative Communication systems.
• Ability to assist in the implementation of education programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in the delivery and assessment of education programs.
• Collaborate with school community members to support student achievement.
• Aid in maintaining the health and well-being of students.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Understanding of health and physical disabilities

Education

Experience in special education

Job description

Branch: East Victoria Park Education Support Centre

Division: South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Level 3, $37.78 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026.

Students who enrol at the East Victoria Park Education Support Centre (ESC) present with a diverse range of disabilities and learning needs. East Victoria Park ESC works collaboratively with students, parents/carers, external agencies and the local school community to achieve the best outcomes for all students by creating sustaining conditions in which students, staff and the school community can thrive.

Our learning programs are engaging, relevant and functional as they focus on our student's individual needs, learning styles and abilities. East Victoria Park ESC curriculum has a strong focus in functional literacy, numeracy and communication skills while building independence and self-management skills for all students. Students are provided learning opportunities through evidence-based teaching and learning practices, play-based learning, community access programs as well as recreational programs. Our students also benefit from attending integration classes for specialist subjects in the primary school.

East Victoria Park ESC is seeking dynamic and motivated Special Needs Education Assistant to join our welcoming team.

The successful applicant should assist teaching staff in the delivery and assessment of planned education programs. You ideally will work under general supervision or autonomously and contribute advice and expertise, collaborating with school community members to support student achievement.

You should ideally be committed to enhancing students’ learning opportunities through ongoing reflective classroom practice as well as plan and engage in professional learning opportunities which includes collaboration with colleagues. Contributing to maintain a team environment is desirable.

Our school caters for 56 children from Kindergarten to Year 6 with cognitive, intellectual and/or physical disabilities. Applicants who have experience in working with students with special needs in a primary Education Support setting, as well as experience in working with children with Autism, Intellectual Disability, Physical Disability and complex behavioural needs will be highly regarded.

Familiarity with Augmentative Alternative Communication, Positive Behaviour Support, Berry Street Education Model and Zones of Regulation Program is highly desirable.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

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.

• 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

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

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
  • Demonstrated effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well being of students.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on [phone] for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS997638

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 17 October 2025

Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs

Agency Department of Education

Salary Level 3, $37.78 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)

Location East Victoria Park

Unit/Division South Metropolitan Education Region

Branch East Victoria Park Education Support Centre

Work Type Permanent - Full Time

Position No. 00015063

Closing Date 2025-10-17 4:30 PM

Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs

Branch East Victoria Park Education Support Centre

Location East Victoria Park

Work Type Permanent - Full Time

Position No. 00015063

Salary Level 3, $37.78 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)

Closing Date 2025-10-17 4:30 PM

Agency Department of Education

Description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026.

Students who enrol at the East Victoria Park Education Support Centre (ESC) present with a diverse range of disabilities and learning needs. East Victoria Park ESC works collaboratively with students, parents/carers, external agencies and the local school community to achieve the best outcomes for all students by creating sustaining conditions in which students, staff and the school community can thrive.

Our learning programs are engaging, relevant and functional as they focus on our student's individual needs, learning styles and abilities. East Victoria Park ESC curriculum has a strong focus in functional literacy, numeracy and communication skills while building independence and self-management skills for all students. Students are provided learning opportunities through evidence-based teaching and learning practices, play-based learning, community access programs as well as recreational programs. Our students also benefit from attending integration classes for specialist subjects in the primary school.

Find out more about our school by visiting East Victoria Park or Schools Online .

The Role

East Victoria Park ESC is seeking dynamic and motivated Special Needs Education Assistant to join our welcoming team.

The successful applicant should assist teaching staff in the delivery and assessment of planned education programs. You ideally will work under general supervision or autonomously and contribute advice and expertise, collaborating with school community members to support student achievement.

You should ideally be committed to enhancing students’ learning opportunities through ongoing reflective classroom practice as well as plan and engage in professional learning opportunities which includes collaboration with colleagues. Contributing to maintain a team environment is desirable.

Our school caters for 56 children from Kindergarten to Year 6 with cognitive, intellectual and/or physical disabilities. Applicants who have experience in working with students with special needs in a primary Education Support setting, as well as experience in working with children with Autism, Intellectual Disability, Physical Disability and complex behavioural needs will be highly regarded.

Familiarity with Augmentative Alternative Communication, Positive Behaviour Support, Berry Street Education Model and Zones of Regulation Program is highly desirable.

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 Christina Maunick-Sallie, Principal, on 0477 136 857 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

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).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to effectively interact with students with special needs, and liaise with parents, teachers and community members and assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of the education program, including special education and therapy programs where they have been implemented.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist professionals in the implementation and evaluation of education programs, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
  • Demonstrated effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or psychologists.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well being of students.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on [phone] for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS997638

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 17 October 2025