Education Assistant (Special Needs)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
16 September 2026
Posted 18 Aug 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout St Kieran Catholic Primary School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-6
School staff (FTE)
61.1
25.9 teaching · 35.2 non-teaching
Students per teacher
16.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
427
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
43%
Girls vs boys
202 girls · 225 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
EDUCATION ASSISTANT - SPECIAL NEEDS
Position Details
St Kieran Catholic Primary School is a co-educational, double stream primary school with a strong and vibrant community. The school has a current enrolment of 526 students from 3 Year Old Kindergarten to Year 6 with an Education Support Unit and a Regional Early Intervention Centre for Students with Disabilities. The school was originally established in 1920 by the Sisters of Mercy and maintains strong links with the Congregation.
The school has a very supportive parent and parish community that sees the St Kieran environment as a family. This relationship is encouraged and embraced by all.
The school seeks enthusiastic and dedicated Special Needs Education Assistants to join our team. Positions are temporary with the possibility of ongoing.
Selection Criteria
The successful applicant will:
• Be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Show a positive, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates initiative and acts proactively when the need arises.
• Develop positive, meaningful, and respectful relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Support the learning needs of every student in the class.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Qualifications Required
Certificate IV in Education Support
Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School (or willing to obtain)
Application Details
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