Special Needs Education Assistant - Inclusive Team

Department of Education, Western Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education, Western Australia is seeking a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed-term vacancies that may arise in 2027. Roles span Endorsed Education Support, Early Childhood, and Primary Mainstream programs, with emphasis on inclusive practice and collaboration with school staff.

Ideal applicants will have strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to support individual and small-group learning plans, including work with ASD and other needs.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers to develop and maintain engaging, challenging, and supportive learning environments.
• Capacity to assist in the delivery of planned educational programs under teacher direction.
• Experience implementing individual and small-group learning programs and activities.
• Ability to provide meaningful feedback to support student learning and progress.
• Knowledge of, or experience supporting, students with ASD, intellectual disability, physical disability, mental health needs, and behavioural challenges.
• Commitment to inclusive practices that promote positive educational outcomes for all students.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of planned educational programs under teacher direction.
• Provide feedback on student progress and support learning outcomes.
• May supervise students and contribute to evaluation of educational outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative teamwork

Delivery of educational programs

Small-group instruction

Feedback on progress

ASD/Disability knowledge

Inclusive practices

Relationship building

Job description

Department of Education, Western Australia is seeking a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed-term vacancies that may arise in 2027. Roles span Endorsed Education Support, Early Childhood, and Primary Mainstream programs, with emphasis on inclusive practice and collaboration with school staff.

Ideal applicants will have strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to support individual and small-group learning plans, including work with ASD and other needs.