Education Assistant (First Nations Educator)

Mercedes College · Perth, WA

Employment

Part time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

21 September 2026

19 days remaining

Posted 1 Sep 2026

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About Mercedes College

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

112.6

76.6 teaching · 36 non-teaching

Students per teacher

11.9:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

910

Indigenous students

2%

Language other than English

25%

Girls vs boys

910 girls · boys

100%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Position Details:
The First Nations Liaison Education Assistant (FNLEA) will have direct engagement with the First Nations students and their families within the College community. They are dedicated to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere for the students and will serve as a primary contact for First Nations families. 

This FNLEA will work with some supervision and will handle tasks that require basic skills to achieve specific goals set by the Principal. The successful applicant should have the ability to apply techniques, skills, and knowledge acquired through previous experience, learning on the job, or relevant qualifications. 

This position is part time, 2 days a week, 40 weeks per year (term time). 

We are inviting applications from individuals who will bring expertise, enthusiasm, innovation, and a commitment to the shared Vision of the College. It is essential that applicants be prepared to support the ethos, values, and mission of the College. 

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