Education Assistant

Join to apply for the Education Assistant - Mainstream role at Department of Education, Western Australia . We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for permanent and fixed‑term, full‑time and part‑time vacancies that may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Established in 1899, Parkerville Primary School (PS) has been offering families a quality education for their children for over a century. Growing from a one‑roomed building in the heart of Parkerville before moving to the current location in 1962, the school is surrounded by the tranquil Jarrah forests synonymous with the Perth Hills area. The beautiful bush location of our school gives us the opportunity to connect with the environment, play in nature and take advantage of the research that suggests that children and adults who are surrounded by nature are less stressed. We have two dedicated areas for playing in our natural bush setting, which also double as outdoor classrooms, capturing the curriculum in context. Find out more about our school by visiting parkervilleps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online. The Role As a Mainstream Education Assistant, suitable applicants will assist in the delivery of planned education programs. Applicants should be able to collaborate and work in a team environment, possess good written and oral communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to support the general health and well‑being of students. Applicants should be organised, use their initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment, and maintain equipment, materials and resources for use in classes. They should work collaboratively in a team environment and also independently when required. 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 Carolyn Nunn, Principal, on or by 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. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021‑2025 for more details. Eligibility 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. You must obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start. You must 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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals. Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team. Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students. Demonstrated ability to assist with the 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 for assistance. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 December 2025. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr