Education Assistant - Special Needs

Employment

Part time, Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

9 November 2026

10 days remaining

Posted 29 Oct 2026

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About South Thornlie Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

41.2

25.2 teaching · 16 non-teaching

Students per teacher

16.7:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

421

Indigenous students

7%

Language other than English

55%

Girls vs boys

201 girls · 220 boys

48%
52%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

South Thornlie Primary School (PS) was first opened in 1976 and has since grown into a vibrant and diverse school with strong community links. South Thornlie PS became an Independent Public School in Term 3 2020.

We currently have a campus of five teaching blocks accommodating Kindy, Pre Primary, Junior, Middle and Senior classes. Our grounds are well maintained with three large play areas including playgrounds and a sporting oval. There are two enclosed assembly areas, STEAM room, Science and Music rooms, Library and a Computer lab. Our school runs a local dental health program and has a Dental Clinic and OSH Club located within the school grounds.

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

The Role

As an Special Needs Education Assistant you will under teacher direction, assist in the implementation of specialised education programs and maintain a supportive, inclusive education program to meet the specific needs of students. The successful applicant should display a commitment to working collaboratively and building positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community.

The successful applicant should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ideally be versatile with the ability to work well under pressure and as a team player. You would possess a calm, positive and professional manner and have the ability to use your initiative to assist the teacher with the general car…

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