Education Assistant - Special Needs

We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Madora Bay Primary School (PS) opened in 2023 and continues to grow as a vibrant, student-focused and positive learning community. At Madora Bay PS, every child will gain the skills and attributes to achieve their life aspirations in an environment where they are connected, valued and counted. Guided by our values of kindness, respect, responsibility and excellence, we work in close partnership with our families to create a culture of high expectations, driven by a cohesive and highly skilled team of educators. Find out more about our school by visiting madorabayps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online The Role Applicants ideally will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting students with additional needs across diverse classroom settings. Desired attributes include well developed organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to work flexibly across various contexts within a growing school environment. The role involves adapting tasks under teacher guidance and contributing to programs for students with diagnosed and imputed disabilities and complex learning and behaviour needs. Familiarity with implementing learning programs and interventions aligned with whole-school approaches is highly desired. Suitable applicants ideally have a professional approach characterised by reflection, collaboration and adaptability. Applicants capable of fostering positive relationships within the school community and actively contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement are desired. A demonstrated ability to provide effective pastoral care that supports student wellbeing, engagement and overall development will be well regarded. Alignment with the school’s values and context is a key consideration in the selection process. Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Samantha Benn, Principal on (08) 9584 62or emailing education.wa.edu.au 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 To work with us, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check 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 Apply online in two easy steps: 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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria (1,2 and 6) as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated 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 programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented. Demonstrated ability to assist with general health and well-being of students. All selection criteria will be assessed throughout the selection process. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. 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 (08) 9264 41for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1000462 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 27 October 2025 Attachments Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf jdf- education assistant (special needs) -schools - l2 - 2023.pdf Branch: Madora Bay Primary School Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Salary: Level 2/3, $34.87 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025) Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time FTE: 0.2-1.0 Location: Madora Bay Closing Date: 2025-10-27 4:30 PM

Location: Mandurah, Western Australia, AU

Posted Date: 11/16/2025