Education Assistant (Special Needs)

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

16 October 2026

31 days remaining

Posted 15 Sep 2026

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About Matthew Gibney Catholic Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

PP-6

School staff (FTE)

22.8

13.3 teaching · 9.5 non-teaching

Students per teacher

15.9:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

211

Indigenous students

3%

Language other than English

13%

Girls vs boys

90 girls · 121 boys

43%
57%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Position Details: 
Matthew Gibney Catholic Primary School is a single stream, co-educational school with an active school community and supportive parent body.  Education excellence is highly regarded, with the staff utilising data to inform their practices to provide a quality education that meets the students' needs.   We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and organised Education Assistant (Special Needs) to join our team of dedicated staff members.  Educators at Matthew Gibney Catholic Primary School are dedicated to ensuring that every student has a strong sense of belonging to our community. The school motto “UNDER GOD'S PROTECTION” is strongly exemplified in the person, life and teachings of Jesus. The days of work are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Selection Criteria:

Applicants must be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic education
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
Positive, enthusiastic and has a sense of humour
Work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of an energetic and dedicated team of educators
Develops positive, meaningful and respectful relationships with students, staff and families
Work to support the learning needs of every student in the class
Consistently demonstrates excellent communication skills
Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Be a proactive contributor within the school community - willing to share ideas, time and expertise for the betterment of the school  

Qualifications Required: 
Certificate IV is desirable 
Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School (or willingness to obtai…

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