Special Needs Education Assistant (Education Assistant)
Employment
Part time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
K12
Closing date
1 October 2026
Posted 22 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-12
School staff (FTE)
201.1
116.1 teaching · 85 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,492
Language other than English
18%
Girls vs boys
729 girls · 763 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position Details:
John XXIII College is a vibrant co-educational Catholic School (Pre - K-12) nestled in the beautiful
suburb of Mount Claremont. We seek to develop people of competence, conscience and compassion
who are committed to God and the service of others. Grounded in Ignatian tradition, our vision is for all
students to strive for excellence for themselves, their peers, and their community. We encourage
students to be passionate and courageous about their educational journey and embrace a mindset that
they can make a difference both locally and globally.
An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated Education Assistant to join our team to support students with additional needs in a full-time or part time capacity. Placing students at the heart of everything we do, the successful candidate will be committed to ‘Cura Personalis’: care for the whole person in support of educational best practice. .
For application details, please visit the College Website: http://www.johnxxiii.edu.au/view/employment-opportunities/employment-opportunities
Selection Criteria:
- Current Working With Children clearance (essential)
- Mandatory Reporting Training will need to be undertaken upon commencement of employment.
Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
Qualifications Required:
Cert III Education Support
Cert IV Education Support (desirable)