Education Assistant - Special Needs

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Eastern Goldfields Education Support Centre (EGESC) provides specialised education for high school students with mild, moderate, or severe intellectual disabilities, as well as students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have exceptionally high educational needs. Many of our students also present with additional complex conditions that require support.

EGESC is co-located with Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (KBCHS), in South Kalgoorlie. While sharing a site, EGESC operates as a distinct Education Support Centre, with its own staff, leadership, and tailored programs focused on student engagement, WA curriculum, functional skill development, and post-school pathways.

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

The Role

EGESC is seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Needs Education Assistant who will, under teacher direction, assist in the education programs and in promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The successful applicant will ideally assist students with special needs to reach their full potential through the development of their academic, social, emotional, and physical skills and will work closely with teachers to provide help to individuals or small groups. You will ideally promote independence, participation and emotional regulation for our students and provide general care, mobility assistance or personal care where required. Within the classroom environment, you should help maintain a safe, organised and inclusive classr…