Education Assistant (Students with Disabilities)

Catholic Education Western Australia; City Of Mandurah; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

St Damien’s Catholic Primary School in Dawesville is seeking an Education Assistant to provide individualised support to a student in the Early Years with additional needs. You will work closely with the classroom teacher, school leadership, parents and allied health professionals to support learning, communication, personal care and wellbeing.

The successful applicant will contribute to an inclusive, nurturing school culture and work collaboratively with staff to implement learning and

Qualifications

• Diploma of Early Childhood (desirable) or a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support, including Special Needs (or equivalent).
• Current Working with Children (WWC) Check
• Current Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School, or willingness to obtain and maintain accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs in a one-to-one setting.
• Assist in the implementation of individual learning, behaviour and wellbeing goals.
• Encourage student independence, engagement and confidence in learning.
• Support students social and emotional needs using caring, responsive and engaging approaches.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, school leaders and support staff to ensure consistent support for students.
• Contribute positively to the inclusive and nurturing culture of the school.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Skills

One-to-one support

Collaborative team player

Clear communication

Adaptability

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

WWC Check

Education Department Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

Catholic school accreditation

Job description

Position Details

St Damien's Catholic Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated Education Assistant to provide individualised support to a student in our Early Years with additional needs. The successful applicant will work closely with the classroom teacher, school leadership, parents/carers and relevant allied health professionals to support the student's learning, communication, personal care, wellbeing, safety and participation in school life.

Position Details

St Damien’s Catholic Primary School is a co-educational double stream Catholic school that caters for approximately 500 students and their families from Three Year Old Kindergarten to Year 6. Established in 2005, it has quickly developed a rich history and a strong presence in the Dawesville community and surrounding areas.

Selection Criteria

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic educators who have the necessary knowledge, skills and professional capacity to:

• Support students with additional learning needs in a one-to-one setting.
• Assist in the implementation of individual learning, behaviour and wellbeing goals.
• Encourage student independence, engagement and confidence in learning.
• Support students social and emotional needs using caring, responsive and engaging approaches.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, school leaders and support staff to ensure consistent support for students.
• Contribute positively to the inclusive and nurturing culture of the school.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Qaulifications Required

• Diploma of Early Childhood (desirable) or a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support, including Special Needs (or equivalent).
• Current Working with Children (WWC) Check
• Current Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School, or willingness to obtain and maintain accreditation.

Application Process

• Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday, 27 November 2026.

For more information please visit www.stdamienscps.wa.edu.au