Special Needs Education Assistant - Inclusive Classroom

Department of Education; Shire Of Kojonup; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kojonup District High School (DHS) seeks to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed-term vacancies in 2027, with full-time and part-time roles that may arise. Located on the Albany Highway between Perth and Albany, Kojonup DHS serves ~220 students and features a 480-acre school farm integral to learning across all year levels.

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will support students with diverse needs, collaborate with teachers, and help create an

Qualifications

• Experience assisting students with diverse learning, behavioural, social and physical needs is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for working with students, families and staff.
• Ability to build positive relationships and support wellbeing and development of young people.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering planned learning activities alongside teachers and support staff.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students to access the learning program.
• Contribute to an inclusive, positive learning environment and support student engagement and success.

Skills

Student support

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Kojonup District High School (DHS) seeks to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed-term vacancies in 2027, with full-time and part-time roles that may arise. Located on the Albany Highway between Perth and Albany, Kojonup DHS serves ~220 students and features a 480-acre school farm integral to learning across all year levels.

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will support students with diverse needs, collaborate with teachers, and help create an