Education Assistant - Special Needs

Carcoola Primary School · Pinjarra, WA

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

16 October 2026

25 days remaining

Posted 20 Sep 2026

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About Carcoola Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

15.2

7.6 teaching · 7.6 non-teaching

Students per teacher

16.2:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

123

Indigenous students

9%

Language other than English

4%

Girls vs boys

54 girls · 69 boys

44%
56%

Socio-educational background

Below the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

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 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Carcoola Primary School (PS) is located approximately four kilometres north of Pinjarra. The school, which still manages to retain a 'country' feel, is part of the South Metro Education Region and Murray Waroona Network.

We are a small school with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that prioritises the individual needs of students. Carcoola PS promotes a safe, caring and happy environment where students recognise and strive to achieve their potential and develop the skills and attitudes to become lifelong learners.

Find out more about our school by visiting Carcoola Primary School 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 process relating to the achievement of goals in special education

You should have a high level of interperso…

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