Education Assistant - Special Needs

Lathlain Primary School · Lathlain, WA

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

12 October 2026

19 days remaining

Posted 22 Sep 2026

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About Lathlain Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

61.2

36 teaching · 25.2 non-teaching

Students per teacher

18.7:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

673

Indigenous students

4%

Language other than English

34%

Girls vs boys

348 girls · 325 boys

52%
48%

Socio-educational background

Above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS1030414 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.

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 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

We cater for students in Kindergarten to Year Six across two sites and provide academic, social, physical and emotional well-being for our students. Our staff work with parents, carers and families to maximise opportunities for each student to reach their potential. These relationships are valued and are important partnerships that support a positive and nurturing learning environment.

Find out more about our school by visiting Lathlainps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, suitable applicants 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 interpersonal s…

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