Education Assistant - Special Needs

Greenfields Primary School; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent public school in Gauteng is seeking an Education Assistant for the Special Needs Branch. This role involves assisting with educational programmes aimed at fostering support for students with disabilities. The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and adequate experience working with various disabilities. Candidates must be prepared to obtain necessary background checks. This position offers flexible working arrangements across different types of contracts, making it a great opportunity for professionals in education.

Qualifications

• Ideally possess experience working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to assist in delivering education programmes.
• Willingness to obtain valid background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering education programmes under teacher direction.
• Support teachers in achieving special education goals.
• Provide feedback on education and therapy programmes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of health disabilities

Job description

Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch : Greenfields Primary School
Division : Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary : Level 2 / 3, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)
Work Type : Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
FTE : 1.0
Location : Greenfields
Closing Date : 2026-01-06 4:30 PM
Attachments : –

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant you will, under teacher direction, assist in the delivery of education programmes and promote a supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will support teachers in the planned delivery of education programmes to enable students to reach their full potential across academic, social, emotional and physical domains, including the use of computers and digital technologies. You will also provide feedback on education and therapy programmes and participate in evaluation related to the achievement of special education goals.

You should have a high level of interpersonal skills and collaborate with staff to meet student needs. Applicants will ideally possess knowledge and experience working with students who have a range of disabilities and learning difficulties and the ability to support academic and social growth within the classroom setting.

Equity and Diversity

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

Eligibility

• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• Consent to a Screening Clearance Number and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Step 1 : Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work‑related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2 : Attach your Documents

Your application should include :

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
• A three‑page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. The statement should demonstrate:
  1. Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programmes, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary.
  2. Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programmes, including special education and therapy programmes where these have been implemented.
  3. Good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programmes to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.
  4. Ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programmes, including special education and, if required, occupational and/or physiotherapy programmes.
  5. Knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
  6. Ability to assist with the general health and well‑being of students.
• It is recommended that you have your attachments ready before you select ‘Apply for Job’.

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

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS / SS1020616
Position Title: Education Assistant – Special Needs
Agency: Department of Education
Location: Greenfields
Work Type: Fixed Term – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Permanent – Part Time
Position No. Pool Ref: IPS / SS1020616