Education Assistant - Special Needs
Employment
Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
25 September 2026
Posted 8 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
36.4
23.8 teaching · 12.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
17.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
421
Language other than English
48%
Girls vs boys
195 girls · 226 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
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.
Jolimont Primary School (PS) staff challenge and inspire students to meet their individual potential. As an Independent Public School, we are empowered to use our expertise to meet the needs and interests of our students and community. We inspire joy in learning by providing highly engaging and motivating student-centred learning programs. In this way, we can encourage and challenge our children to become global citizens.
Jolimont PS was established in 1905 and is now home to over 420 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, well positioned on Hay Street, the school has been a landmark since 1905 serving the communities of Jolimont, Daglish and Floreat.
Find out more about our school by visiting jolimontps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will under teacher direction, assist in the education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Education assistants will assist teachers in the delivery of planned education programs to assist students to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional, and physical skills including the operation of computers and digital technologies. Within this role, you would provide feedback when required on education and therapy programs and participate in the evaluation pr…