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 and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Situated 230 km south-east of Perth in the Shire of Wickepin, our school caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and offers a nurturing school experience where every student is encouraged to achieve personal success. Wickepin Primary School (PS) has a strong community focus and is integral to the thriving rural community of Wickepin.

Wickepin PS provides a safe supportive learning environment and guides our students to become independent thinkers and lifelong learners. We believe that strong relationships are integral to our school and aim to instil a love of learning in every child, through the supportive relationships we form with our students and families.

Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.

The Role

Special Needs Education Assistants support students with disability and additional learning needs to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life. Working under the direction of teachers and school leadership, you will provide individual and small-group support to enhance student learning, wellbeing, independence, and engagement.

The role includes assisting with the implementation of Individual Education Plans, behaviour support strategies, and personalised learning adjustments. Education Assistants support students in classroom and school environments by reinforcing learning, adapting resources, assisting with routines and transitions, and promoting positive behaviour and social development.

Suitable applicants may provide personal care and health-related support where required, ensuring student dignity, safety, and wellbeing at all times. The role involves observing and recording student progress, communicating effectively with teaching staff, and contributing to collaborative planning processes with school teams and allied professionals.

Education Assistants work as part of a professional team, maintaining confidentiality, supporting inclusive education practices, and contributing positively to the school culture. The role would suit someone with flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to supporting all students to achieve success within a safe and supportive learning environment.

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 Jillian Norwell, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9888 23***or emailing ************@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Jill Norwell via email ************@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; and
• A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists.
4. Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents.
6. Demonstrated ability to assist with general health and well-being of students.

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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS1062265

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 14 October 2026