Education Assistant - Special Needs

Settlers Primary School · Baldivis, WA

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

2 October 2026

41 days remaining

Posted 21 Aug 2026

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About Settlers Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

63.4

34.6 teaching · 28.8 non-teaching

Students per teacher

19.1:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

661

Indigenous students

6%

Language other than English

19%

Girls vs boys

332 girls · 329 boys

50%
50%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Settlers Primary School (SPS) is a dynamic, high performing and welcoming school located in the growing community of Baldivis. Since opening in 2005, we have become a place where high-quality teaching, strong relationships, and a deep sense of community come together to support every child to thrive.

Find out more about our school by visiting Settlers Primary School or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, under the direction of the classroom teacher, you will assist in the delivery of planned educational programs that support students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional, and physical skills.

Your role would include promoting a supportive, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Education Assistants are expected to be student-focused, collaborative, and team-oriented. Knowledge of, and/or experience in, trauma-informed practice is highly desirable.

In this role, you may also be required to provide feedback on educational and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation of student progress towards goals outlined in Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

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Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

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