Education Assistant - Special Needs

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

13 May 2026

12 days remaining

Posted 30 Apr 2026

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About Applecross Senior High School

Enrolment

1,962

Total students

51%

Boys

49%

Girls

Staffing

124.5

Teaching FTE

56.1

Non-teaching FTE

ICSEA

1,120

ICSEA value

89th percentile · Higher SES

Diversity

38%

EAL/D Background

1%

Indigenous students

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS1005883 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.

We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistants - Special Needs 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.

Applecross Senior High School's (SHS) goal is to encourage young people to achieve their potential through the value and enjoyment of learning. We aim to widen students' horizons by presenting a diverse, relevant and contemporary curriculum that will prepare them to thrive in an ever changing society. The curriculum reflects our desire for students to become responsible and flexible thinkers who will be well prepared for the challenges ahead.

Find out more about our school by visiting Applecross Senior High School or Schools Online

The Role

As a Education Assistant Special Needs, you should support students with diagnosed disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Physical disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Severe Mental Disorder (SMD).Experience with working with students with the above disabilities and qualifications in First Aid will be highly desirable.

Suitable applicants will ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with the teacher to create and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of the students. An understanding and regular use of safe work practices will be highly regarded. You will…

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