Special Needs Education Assistant – Inclusive Support

Central Regional TAFE; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Connor Primary School in Kalgoorlie-Boulder is seeking Education Assistants - Special Needs to support students with disabilities. The role involves implementing specialised education programs and collaborating with teachers to deliver planned activities using ICT.

Appointments may be permanent or fixed-term, full-time or part-time, with applications closing for vacancies that arise during the 2027 school year. The school values inclusion, equity and restorative practices.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including interaction with students with special needs, parents and professionals.
• Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including teamwork in evaluating educational programs and therapy initiatives.
• Demonstrated good organisational skills to deliver effective education programs and provide feedback.
• Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of specialised education programs (occupational, speech and physiotherapy).
• Work with teachers to deliver planned education programs and use computers/digital technologies.
• Implement individual student or small group programs or demonstrations.
• Provide feedback on education and therapy programs and participate in evaluation processes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Disability awareness

Job description

O'Connor Primary School in Kalgoorlie-Boulder is seeking Education Assistants - Special Needs to support students with disabilities. The role involves implementing specialised education programs and collaborating with teachers to deliver planned activities using ICT.

Appointments may be permanent or fixed-term, full-time or part-time, with applications closing for vacancies that arise during the 2027 school year. The school values inclusion, equity and restorative practices.