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Education Assistant (Students with Disabilities)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
29 July 2026
Posted 22 Jul 2026
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402
Total students
49%
Boys
51%
Girls
22.1
Teaching FTE
23.2
Non-teaching FTE
1,030
ICSEA value
60th percentile · Average SES
48%
EAL/D Background
6%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
EDUCATION ASSISTANT (SWD)
Position Details
We are seeking an Education Assistant (SWD) to join our school community. This is a fixed-term position, with the possibility of continuing in 2027. The successful applicant will be required to work Monday-Friday 8:15am-3:15pm as part of a team within our Jean Ellison Centre.
Selection Criteria
• Support the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education
• A high degree of professionalism, confidentiality and initiative
• Enthusiasm and the ability to work as part of a team
• Willingness to work under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Ability to develop positive relationships with students
• Experience working with small groups and/or working alongside students with specific learning needs
• Well-developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
• Ability to use an iPad as a tool for learning and communication
• Be a reflective staff member, open to feedback and professional growth.
Qualifications Required
- Relevant Education Assistant qualifications/s or equivalent
- Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School, or the willingness to achieve this
Application Details
Only written applications addressing the selection criteria will be considered (please address within a separate document). Applications must also include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of three referees, one of whom must be the applicant's most recent employer. Applicants must be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic education.
Applications are to be emailed to admin@stbrigidsms.wa.edu.au, with the subject 'Education Assista…