Education Assistant - Special Needs

WA Public School Jobs - WA State Education Jobs.; Victoria; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public educational facility in Victoria is seeking a Special Needs Education Assistant to support students with disabilities. The successful candidate will assist in educational program delivery, work collaboratively with teams, and contribute to the student’s educational success. Ideal applicants will have experience with special needs, effective communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork. This role involves working with diverse learning needs in a vibrant educational environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs in a primary setting.
• Familiarity with Augmentative Alternative Communication and Positive Behaviour Support.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in the delivery of education programs.
• Support student achievement through collaboration.
• Contribute to a team environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Experience with special needs

Education

Relevant certificates in Special Education

Job description

WA Public School Jobs - WA State Education Jobs.

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