Teacher - Education Support

Department of Education, Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Attractive leave provisions

Job summary

Ellenbrook Secondary College, part of the Department of Education, WA, is seeking an Education Support Teacher to provide strong pastoral care and support for students with disabilities. The role involves leading Education Assistants and collaborating with families, therapists and external agencies to improve outcomes.

You will develop and assess engaging programs using an integrated curriculum, contribute to team planning, and participate in ongoing professional learning within a diverse school

Qualifications

• Eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Be an Australian or NZ citizen or permanent resident or have valid visa with work rights for the term.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong pastoral care to students with diagnosed disabilities.
• Lead and manage Education Assistants to create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with families, therapists and external agencies to improve student outcomes.
• Develop, implement and assess engaging programs using an integrated, differentiated curriculum.

Skills

Pastoral care

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Teacher qualification and registration

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Ellenbrook Secondary College (SC) is proud to be a school for everyone, where multiculturalism and success are celebrated as our greatest strengths. We embrace the richness and diversity that comes from having over sixty spoken languages within our community, fostering an environment of respect, self-worth, and confidence. We are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive no matter their background.

Our facilities include a dedicated Trade Training Centre, a Performing Arts Centre, a modern gym, a barista café, and a library shared with the City of Swan – spaces designed to provide our students with the tools and resources they need to excel in both academic and extracurricular pursuits. An array of clubs, sports teams, and extracurricular programs ensure there truly is something for every student, which reflects our pride in fostering a diverse and inclusive community.

Find out more about our school by visiting ellenbrooksc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As an Education Support Teacher, the successful applicant would provide strong pastoral care to our students with diagnosed disabilities. We are seeking applicants who are hardworking and knowledgeable about a range of disabilities and the implementation of strategies to support and enhance individual development in literacy, numeracy, and independent living skills. The successful applicant should positively manage a team of Education Assistants to create a safe and supportive learning environment for students. They will ideally be able to engage with, and contribute to, the school community and work collaboratively with families, therapists, and outside agencies to improve student outcomes.

The successful applicant will ideally display flexibility, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning. They should be an active contributor to collaborative team planning and possess the ability to develop, implement, and assess engaging programs using an integrated curriculum approach that is differentiated to meet the diverse needs of students.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leonie Richardson, Associate Principal, on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail]

During the school holidays, please contact Leonie Richardson on 0411 378 007 or via email: [e-mail]

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.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• 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 website.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on [phone] for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH1065752

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.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 October 2026.