Education Assistant - Special Needs

Manning Primary School · Manning, WA

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

9 October 2026

15 days remaining

Posted 22 Sep 2026

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About Manning Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

34.4

23.9 teaching · 10.5 non-teaching

Students per teacher

18.2:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

436

Indigenous students

5%

Language other than English

36%

Girls vs boys

216 girls · 220 boys

50%
50%

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/SS1035024 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.

We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistant - Special Needs 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.

Manning Primary School (PS) is a Kindergarten to Year 6 school located in the City of South Perth and proudly serves a diverse and inclusive community. Students come from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds, and the clientele includes children of Aboriginal heritage and diverse cultural backgrounds. The school also attracts families connected to nearby universities, contributing to a vibrant and engaged community. The school values strong partnerships with families and is well supported by an active P&C, which has contributed to a range of school projects, while parent involvement is encouraged through the School Board, classroom support, special events and sports carnivals.

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

The Role

Manning PS is seeking to establish a pool of enthusiastic, compassionate and experienced Special Needs Education Assistants to support students with diverse learning, social, emotional and physical needs.

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to support the delivery of planned educational programs and foster a positive, inclusive learning environment. You will assist stud…

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