Education Assistant (Special Needs)

Employment

Part time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

20 May 2026

15 days remaining

Posted 4 May 2026

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About Matthew Gibney Catholic Primary School

Enrolment

211

Total students

57%

Boys

43%

Girls

Staffing

13.3

Teaching FTE

9.5

Non-teaching FTE

ICSEA

1,056

ICSEA value

71st percentile · Average SES

Diversity

13%

EAL/D Background

3%

Indigenous students

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

EDUCATION ASSISTANT (SPECIAL NEEDS)

Position Details


Matthew Gibney Catholic Primary School is a single stream, co-educational school with an active school community and supportive parent body. Education excellence is highly regarded, with the staff utilising data to inform their practices to provide a quality education that meets the students' needs. We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and organised Education Assistant (Special Needs) to join our team of dedicated staff members. Educators at Matthew Gibney Catholic Primary School are dedicated to ensuring that every student has a strong sense of belonging to our community. The school motto “UNDER GOD'S PROTECTION” is strongly exemplified in the person, life and teachings of Jesus.

Selection Criteria

  • Applicants must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties
  • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Positive, enthusiastic and has a sense of humour
  • Work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of an energetic and dedicated team of educators
  • Develops positive, meaningful and respectful relationships with students, staff and families
  • Work to support the learning needs of every student in the class
  • Consistently demonstrates excellent communication skills
  • Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
  • Be a proactive contributor within the school community - willing to share ideas, time and expertise for the betterment of the school

Qualifications Required

  • Certificate IV is desirable 
  • Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School (or willingness to obtain…

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