Education Assistant - Special Needs
Employment
Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
14 September 2026
Posted 31 Aug 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
34.2
21.8 teaching · 12.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
18.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
404
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
73%
Girls vs boys
205 girls · 199 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants (SNEA) for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Dayton Primary School (PS), our vision is to create a strong sense of belonging that promotes success, engagement and wellbeing for all. Since opening in 2023, we have built a learning community grounded in high expectations, excellence and inclusive practice. We believe that high-quality teaching, together with a genuine sense of belonging, provides the foundation for every child to thrive and reach their potential.
Our passionate and skilled staff work collaboratively to create supportive and responsive learning environments, strengthened through ongoing professional learning, instructional coaching and our Instructional Teaching and Learning Framework. We value open, honest feedback, shared responsibility and strong partnerships with families, working together to develop resilient, creative and responsible learners and make a positive difference for every child.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.facebook.com/DaytonPS or Schools Online.
The Role
Special Needs Education Assistants, along with all other staff members at Dayton PS ideally:
- Are passionate about building a ‘school of excellence’ and endeavour to create opportunities for every child to be successful by providing a foundation that opens the doors to a brighter future.
- Ensure that student success,…