Education Assistant - Special Needs

Applecross Primary School · Applecross, WA

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

26 October 2026

13 days remaining

Posted 13 Oct 2026

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About Applecross Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

50.4

30.8 teaching · 19.6 non-teaching

Students per teacher

18.5:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

571

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

55%

Girls vs boys

292 girls · 279 boys

51%
49%

Socio-educational background

Well above 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. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Applecross Primary School is where historical settings meet a contemporary, innovative learning environment. The heritage listed buildings provide a rich background to the students who connect with the days of yesteryear yet embrace the future with 21st Century learning skills. Our Staff is highly experienced and works as a dynamic team, embracing best practice to ensure every child develops their potential.

Find out more about our school by visiting Applecross 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. Suitable applicants will assist the teacher 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.

Experience in managing emotional regulation and gathering/recording data on behaviour will be beneficial. Using your excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will collaborate with teachers and other colleagues to create an inclusive education program that accommodates the needs of students.

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