Education Assistant

Frederick Irwin Anglican School – Meadow Springs WA About Frederick Irwin Anglican School Come and work for an outstanding school in the Peel region. Established in 1991, Frederick Irwin Anglican School is the oldest independent school in the Peel region. We are a private co‑educational school that offers an exceptional educational program for students Kindergarten to Year 12. The School provides learning opportunities such as inter‑state and international study tours, high level sport and performing arts programs, instrumental music tuition, and a range of other co‑curriculum activities. To learn more about Frederick Irwin Anglican School visit and follow us on LinkedIn. About the Role A rewarding opportunity is available for a motivated and suitably qualified Education Assistant to support staff and students at our Meadow Springs Campus. This part‑time (0.6FTE) ongoing position will start in 2026. Education Assistants carry out duties as directed by the Head of Primary and work under the guidance of the Teacher‑in‑Charge as designated by the Head of Primary. Education Assistants are required to, under the guidance of the classroom teacher: Responsibilities Supervise small groups and individual activities under the direction of the Teacher‑in‑Charge. Assist the Teacher‑in‑Charge during educational excursions and outings. Take a supervisory role over outdoor activities as directed by teaching staff. Assist with movement of students within the school grounds e.g. to and from buses, Library etc. Set up work areas with relevant resources, as directed by the Teacher‑in‑Charge. Make teaching aides e.g. charts, templates, etc. as requested by teaching staff. Assist children in developing independent skills in self‑organisation e.g. dressing, toileting, eating, preparing for class and daily routines. Pastoral Care As an Anglican School, pastoral care is extremely important at Frederick Irwin Anglican School. Frederick Irwin Anglican School is committed to child safety and protection, and expects all staff, volunteers, visitors to the School and contractors to respect and abide by all policies, procedures and practices developed and put in place by AngliSchools and/or the School in this regard. Requirements Hold a current Working with Children Check. Hold a current Police Clearance. Light Rigid Drivers Licence or willingness to obtain this Licence. Ability to work in a co‑operative team environment. About AngliSchools AngliSchools founded in 1985, the Core Purpose of AngliSchools is to establish and support low fee Anglican systemic schools which provide a high quality, inclusive, caring Christian education. Growing from modest beginnings with the opening of St Mark’s Anglican Community School in 1986 in Perth’s northern beachside suburb of Hillarys, there are now more than 14,000 students attending 11 AngliSchools schools in Western Australia, three AngliSchools Schools in the Diocese of Wangaratta and the AngliSchools Language School, based in Perth. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement AngliSchools are an equal opportunity employer bases its recruitment decisions on the business need and the best qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. AngliSchools embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. Candidates who are offered employment may be subject to a criminal record and other background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law. Contact To express your interest in this role please email your application to **@fias.wa.edu.au To learn more about AngliSchools and what we have to offer visit our website and don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn. Be careful – Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr