Education Assistant - Special Needs
Employment
Part time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
9 November 2026
Posted 29 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout 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
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
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…