Education Assistant - Special Needs
Employment
Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
22 September 2026
Posted 11 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Jandakot Primary School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
42.7
28 teaching · 14.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
19.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
539
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
36%
Girls vs boys
260 girls · 279 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 for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Jandakot Primary School (PS) has a clear vision and purpose, striving to be recognised as a school focusing on excellence in teaching and learning. We are committed to challenging and supporting students to achieve their full potential as positive members of society.
In line with our school motto 'Fly High Seek Success', we are committed to providing all children with the opportunity and support to achieve their potential and to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to contribute successfully to a rapidly changing society. The school prides itself on the welcoming, safe, caring, friendly and supportive environment it provides those who are associated with it.
Find out more about our school by visiting jandakotps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, suitable applicants will be assisting teachers in delivering planned education programs and supporting a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students. Experience with programs such as Spelling Mastery, CARS and STARS and MultiLit would be beneficial. In this role you are required to collaborate and work in a team environment. Flexibility, adapting to change, having a positive work ethic and supporting students from Kindy – Year 6 is important to this role.
Under teacher direc…