Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch: Darlington Primary School Division: North Metropolitan Education Region Salary: Level 2/3, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025) Work Type: Permanent - Part Time FTE: Location: Darlington Closing Date: 2026-03-09 4:30 PM Attachments: -
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This is a permanent part-time ( position commencing Term 2, 2026
Darlington Primary School (PS) has a long tradition of providing a quality education to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Key features of our school include the early learning centre for students in Kindergarten and Pre-primary; our magnificent amphitheatre; and our classroom and lunch shed which is recognised by the National Trust as having historical significance.
Our school motto of 'Initiative, Tolerance and Trust' is regularly demonstrated in the actions of our students who achieve well both academically and socially. Our specialist programs in the arts, music and visual arts, French and physical education ensure our students receive a well-rounded education.
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The Role
As an Education Assistant - Special Needs you will employ excellent communication skills to work in collaboration with teachers and external agencies as part of a team to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The successful applicant should ideally be flexible and experienced in supporting needs of students with self-regulation of behaviour and social and emotional responses. Experience in using a variety of strategies to develop communication and socialisation skills is desirable.
A knowledge of and experience working with students with various learning disabilities and Certificate 4 in Education Support or similar is desirable.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
1. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
2. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
3. consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
4. A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
5. A four (4)page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented. Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists. Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs. Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents. Demonstrated ability to assist with general health and well-being of students
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1022628
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: (AWST) on Monday, 9 March 2026.
Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Agency Department of Education Salary Location Darlington Unit/Division North Metropolitan Education Region Branch Darlington Primary School Work Type Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00013390 Closing Date Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch Darlington Primary School Location Darlington Work Type Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00013390 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Education Description
This is a permanent part-time ( position commencing Term 2, 2026
Darlington Primary School (PS) has a long tradition of providing a quality education to students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Key features of our school include the early learning centre for students in Kindergarten and Pre-primary; our magnificent amphitheatre; and our classroom and lunch shed which is recognised by the National Trust as having historical significance.
Our school motto of 'Initiative, Tolerance and Trust' is regularly demonstrated in the actions of our students who achieve well both academically and socially. Our specialist programs in the arts, music and visual arts, French and physical education ensure our students receive a well-rounded education.
Find out more about our school by visiting or
The Role
As an Education Assistant - Special Needs you will employ excellent communication skills to work in collaboration with teachers and external agencies as part of a team to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The successful applicant should ideally be flexible and experienced in supporting needs of students with self-regulation of behaviour and social and emotional responses. Experience in using a variety of strategies to develop communication and socialisation skills is desirable.
A knowledge of and experience working with students with various learning disabilities and Certificate 4 in Education Support or similar is desirable.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
6. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
7. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
8. consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
9. A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
10. A four (4)page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with students with special needs, parents and teaching professionals on the provision of educational programs, and to assist teachers in understanding students where necessary. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team in the evaluation of educational programs, including special education and therapy programs where these have been implemented. Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery and development of effective education programs to students and subsequent feedback to teaching professionals or psychologists. Demonstrated ability to assist teachers or therapists in implementing educational programs, including special education and, should this be a requirement of the position, occupational and/or physiotherapy programs. Demonstrated knowledge of health and physical disabilities in students and adolescents. Demonstrated ability to assist with general health and well-being of students
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1022628
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: (AWST) on Monday, 9 March 2026.
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