Education Assistant

Education Assistant - Special Needs role at Department of Education, Western Australia We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs 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. At Spencer Park Education Support Centre (SPESC), our students achieve progress and success against their individualised learning plans. We value evidence‑based engagement practices and behaviour‑management strategies such as Antecedent‑Behaviour‑Consequence (ABC). Understanding how to apply appropriate interventions for engagement, challenging behaviours and sensory needs, or a willingness to undertake training, is an advantage. We uphold the belief that all behaviour is communication; every student has the right to have a voice and to be heard. SPESC supports students through Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) such as Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display books, communication devices, Auslan and Key Word Sign. SPESC’s vision of “Partnerships for Successful Learning” focuses on expertise in ‘Learning’, ‘Inclusion’ and ‘Wellbeing’. We are situated alongside Spencer Park Primary School and collaborate closely to provide inclusivity within students’ social and learning programmes. We employ Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) expectations and a specialised social‑thinking programme, “We Thinkers”, which helps students learn to Be Safe, Be Friendly and be Your Best . SPESC is one of five support centres in Western Australia that offers a specialised learning programme for Kindergarten and Pre‑primary students with Global Developmental Delay (GDD) and Autism (ASD). Through the Early Intervention Programme, students work largely one‑on‑one in an explicit instruction model designed to prepare them for Year 1 in the mainstream school. The Role As an Education Assistant – Special Needs at SPESC you will support teachers in delivering planned education programmes, enabling students to reach their full potential across academic, social, emotional and physical domains. You will use a range of technology tools, such as computers and electronic devices, and provide feedback on education programmes and participate in the evaluation of goal attainment. Candidates should be open‑minded, adaptable, and able to work as part of a classroom team or with small groups or individually throughout the day. You will assist teachers in evaluating and improving education programs, including special‑education, occupational and/or physiotherapy programmes where needed. Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For additional information, contact Rebecca Wheatley‑Deal, Principal, at (08) 6821 3050 or Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce that reflects the diversity of our schools and communities. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, individuals of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disabilities, and 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. Consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department’s Screening Unit. Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached JDF. Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select “Apply for Job” and complete the online application form, including details of two work‑related referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include: A CV of up to two (2) pages, (1 page double‑sided), outlining your employment history and professional learning relevant to this position. A three‑page statement (half‑page per criterion), addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills, including report writing and the ability to interact with students with special needs and liaise with parents, teachers and community members. Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute to a professional team and provide advice and evaluation in the development of education, special‑education and therapy programmes. Demonstrated ability to assist professionals in implementing and evaluating education programmes, including occupational and/or physiotherapy programmes. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents. Demonstrated effective organisational skills to support effective delivery of education programmes and subsequent feedback to teachers or psychologists. Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing 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 when submitting your application, call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127. Applications close: 4.30 pm (AWST) on Friday, 28 November 2025 Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part‑time Job function Education and Training Industries Education Administration Programs #J-18808-Ljbffr