Teacher - Education Support

Department Of Education, Western Australia; City Of Greater Geraldton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance

District allowance

12% superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

Subsidised accommodation

Air-conditioning subsidy

Travel concessions

Job summary

Carnarvon Community College, a proud Independent Public School in Western Australia, seeks an Education Support Teacher to plan, deliver and review IEPs and adapted curricula for students with diverse and complex needs. You will work with families, EAs and support staff to ensure inclusive learning environments and meaningful progress.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, AAC and visual supports to tailor teaching and assessments.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and teaching ASDAN programs would be an advantage.
• Experience using evidence-based practices and specialised approaches such as AAC, visual supports, sensory-informed strategies and other interventions for students with high and complex needs would be highly regarded.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills are valued, particularly when contributing to shared planning and reviewing strategies to support positive student outcomes.
• Experience supporting students with diverse and complex learning needs through individualised planning and assessments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and other student curriculum plans.
• Adapt curriculum and assessment to meet individual needs.
• Deliver differentiated teaching programs and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with Education Assistants, Student Services staff and leadership to ensure targeted support.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

ASDAN program experience

Evidence-based practices

Tools

AAC

Visual supports

Sensory-informed strategies

Job description

This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible permanency

Carnarvon Community College (CC) is proud to be an Independent Public School serving students and families of all ages across the entire town of Carnarvon. Grounded in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and explicit instruction, our motto, Growing Excellence Together, highlights foundational aspects of our College: our commitment to continuous improvement, our high expectations and pursuit of excellence, and the vital importance of working together using evidence-based teaching so every student succeeds.

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The Role

As an Education Support Teacher, you will support the planning, delivery and review of individualised learning programs for students with diverse and complex learning needs. The successful applicant will work closely with students, education assistants, families and relevant support staff to create inclusive learning environments and ensure appropriate adjustments are in place to support student participation, progress and wellbeing.

The core responsibilities of this role include developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and other student curriculum plans, adapting curriculum and assessment to meet individual needs, delivering differentiated teaching programs, and monitoring student progress through assessment, data collection and reporting. The role also involves working closely with Education Assistants, Student Services staff and the leadership team to ensure student support is consistent, targeted and responsive. Experience in developing and teaching ASDAN programs would be an advantage. Experience using evidence-based practices and specialised approaches such as Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), visual supports, sensory-informed strategies and other interventions for students with high and complex needs would be highly regarded. Strong communication and collaborative skills are also valued, particularly when contributing to shared planning and reviewing strategies to support positive student outcomes.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 per year
• District allowance of $4 387 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation
• Air-conditioning subsidy
• Travel Concessions

You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location –

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For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on [phone].

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers

Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school.

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*Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Bernadine Anning, Associate Principal on [phone] or emailing .

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• hold an eligible .
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our .
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Applications close:

4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 November 2026

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1067998

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.