Special Needs Education Assistant: Empower & Support

Department of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of Esperance; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravensthorpe District High School, part of the Department of Education, Western Australia, is seeking Education Assistants – Special Needs to join a pool for permanent and fixed-term vacancies in 2027. Positions include part-time and full-time across multiple schools in the region.

Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, experience in education support, and a willingness to collaborate with teachers to support inclusive programs.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaborating with teachers and students.
• Experience in Education Support or with students with challenging behaviours is highly regarded.
• Progression towards a Cert III or equivalent is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher to create and maintain an inclusive education program.
• Support general health and well‑being of students and maintain learning environments.
• Assist with implementing education programs, including OT, speech therapy, or physiotherapy as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Student support

Education

Certificate III in Education Support

Job description

Ravensthorpe District High School, part of the Department of Education, Western Australia, is seeking Education Assistants – Special Needs to join a pool for permanent and fixed-term vacancies in 2027. Positions include part-time and full-time across multiple schools in the region.

Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, experience in education support, and a willingness to collaborate with teachers to support inclusive programs.