Primary Inclusive Education Assistant

Providence Christian College; City Of Gosnells; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

You will collaborate with teachers and the IE Team to support students with additional learning needs, participate in professional development, and contribute to a safe, inclusive classroom where students develop independence and confidence.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Education Support is required.
• Experience with primary-aged students is desirable.
• Understanding of inclusive education practices is important.
• Commitment to child safety and safeguarding.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers to support student learning.

Responsibilities

• Implement IEP goals, communication tools, visual supports, and sensory strategies as needed.
• Assist students during class, break times, and excursions.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and IE Team staff to support students.
• Attend professional development related to supporting students with disabilities.
• Work with students in small groups to enhance learning and understanding of the curriculum.
• Demonstrate competency, initiative, and careful record-keeping in lesson preparation and classroom tasks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of child protection and safeguarding practices in the learning environment.
• Maintain clear written and oral English communication.

Skills

Active Christian faith

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient and flexible

Child safety commitment

Inclusive education knowledge

Adaptability

English communication

Education

Certificate IV in Education Support

Experience with primary students

Job description

Full-Time (70 hours per fortnight) | Primary Inclusive Education Assistant | January 2027

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Inclusive Education Assistant to join a supportive and growing Christian school community.

About Providence

Providence Christian College is a co-educational, non-denominational K–12 Christian College of approximately 1,150 students, located in Southern River.

Our staff enjoy a friendly, professional and supportive working environment where strong relationships, trust and collaboration are central to our culture.

We believe outstanding teaching and learning begin with strong relationships between teachers and students. Our staff are passionate about helping students develop their God-given gifts and achieve their potential through engaging, purposeful and high-quality learning.

About the Role

The Primary Inclusive Education Assistant supports teachers in preparing learning resources and implementing teacher-planned educational programs to meet the diverse needs of primary school students. The role assists students with additional learning needs in accessing the primary curriculum, developing their academic and social skills, and achieving positive learning and personal outcomes.

Working collaboratively with teachers, the Inclusive Education Assistant helps create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation, independence and confidence. The role supports students to develop the skills and character needed to become lifelong learners who are Christ-centred and innovative contributors to their world.

You will have:

• An active Christian faith and a commitment to the College’s Christian identity and Core Values.
• Certificate IV in Education Support.
• Experience supporting primary-aged students, particularly those with additional learning needs (desirable).
• An understanding of inclusive education practices and strategies that promote student engagement, independence and learning.
• A commitment to child safety, student well-being and safeguarding practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students.
• A patient, caring and flexible approach, with the ability to respond to the individual needs of students.
• A commitment to working collaboratively with teachers to support student learning, social development and participation in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement IEP goals, communication tools, visual supports, and sensory strategies as needed
• Assist students during class, break times, and excursions.
• Collaborate with the classroom teachers and IE Team staff to support students.
• Attend professional development relevant to supporting students with disabilities.
• Work with students in small groups to enhance their learning and understanding of the curriculum
• Demonstrate high levels of competency, creativity, and initiative in lesson task preparation, tidying up and packing away, and record-keeping where appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and a commitment to Protective Behaviours/Child Protection education and care practices that ensure a child-safe learning environment.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral English communication skills
• Demonstrate proactivity, adaptability, punctuality and reliability

Additional Requirements:

• The successful applicant will be expected to complete the National Principles Child Safe Modules if not already completed.
• You must have the right to live and work in Australia (VEVO checks will be conducted to confirm your eligibility to work in Australia).
• You hold a current Working with Children Card.
• Can provide a current Police Clearance (no older than 3 months)

Applications close at 4.00 PM on Friday, 30 October 2026.

Further information about the College can be accessed on the College website www.providence.wa.edu.au and the College Code of Conduct