Education Assistant - Mainstream Branch: Scarborough Primary School Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region Salary: Level 1/2, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025) Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time FTE: Location: Scarborough Closing Date: 2026-04-17 4:30 PM Attachments: -
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We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Scarborough Primary School (PS) provides a learning environment that equips our students with skills and abilities for their future in an ever-changing world.
The staff at Scarborough PS are enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated to students learning. Our strong focus on literacy and numeracy is integrated throughout the curriculum to make learning relevant and engaging.
Find out more about our school by visiting or
The Role
As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will assist in the delivery of planned education programs that will help in the development of young minds. In this role you will collaborate and work in a team environment. Education Assistants will ideally possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. You will ideally be organised and be able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.
Working under teacher direction in a diverse role, you would also provide support to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant with the health and safety of students being a high priority. Managing student behaviour in accordance with school policies and programs is an important aspect of this role.
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
5. A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals. Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team. Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students. Demonstrated ability to assist with the 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/SS1003554
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Position Title Education Assistant - Mainstream Agency Department of Education Salary Location Scarborough Unit/Division Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region Branch Scarborough Primary School Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref IPS/SS1003554 Closing Date Position Title Education Assistant - Mainstream Branch Scarborough Primary School Location Scarborough Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref IPS/SS1003554 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Education Description
We are seeking to establish a pool of Mainstream Education Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Scarborough Primary School (PS) provides a learning environment that equips our students with skills and abilities for their future in an ever-changing world.
The staff at Scarborough PS are enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated to students learning. Our strong focus on literacy and numeracy is integrated throughout the curriculum to make learning relevant and engaging.
Find out more about our school by visiting or
The Role
As a Mainstream Education Assistant, you will assist in the delivery of planned education programs that will help in the development of young minds. In this role you will collaborate and work in a team environment. Education Assistants will ideally possess good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group programs, as well as the ability to support the general health and well-being of students. You will ideally be organised and be able to use your initiative to assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.
Working under teacher direction in a diverse role, you would also provide support to ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant with the health and safety of students being a high priority. Managing student behaviour in accordance with school policies and programs is an important aspect of this role.
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
10. A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals. Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team. Demonstrated sound organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective educational programs to students. Demonstrated ability to assist with the 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/SS1003554
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
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