Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch: Cranbrook Primary School Division: Independent Public School - Southwest Education Region Salary: Level 2/3, $ - $ per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025) Work Type: Permanent - Part Time FTE: Location: Cranbrook Closing Date: 2025-11-04 4:30 PM Attachments: -
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We are advertising two (2) permanent part-time ( FTE and FTE) positions, commencing Term 1, 2026
Cranbrook Primary School (PS) is situated in the rural town of Cranbrook, in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The school was opened in 1893 and officially become an Independent Public School in 2018.
Cranbrook Primary prides itself on fostering partnerships between staff, students, parents and the wider community, whilst endeavouring to give your child the solid grounding that is essential to assist them in achieving to their full potential.
Cranbrook PS has continued to serve our local community over many years. The size of our school and commitment to our community allows us to take great care of our students both as individuals and as a collective group. Students are not only encouraged to strive for high academic outcomes but are well supported in their social and emotional growth.
We are confident you will enjoy the experience of being a part of the 'Cranbrook Primary School Family’ and look forward to welcoming you.
Find out more about our school by visiting or
The Role
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of planned education programs. This will include managing individual or small groups of students under the direction of the teacher that will help in the development of young minds and support the general health and wellbeing of students. You will work in a collaborative environment to provide support for students in the classroom. Special Needs Education Assistants will work alongside teachers to ensure the implementation of the school business plan and priorities using the agreed programs and strategies.
Suitable applicants should be caring, proactive, and responsive, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group-based programs. The ability to work with a range of age groups and special needs including diagnosed and imputed disabilities is highly desirable.
Suitable applicants should have a strong belief in every child’s ability to succeed at school and will be able to draw on a range of strategies to positively impact learning and behaviour.
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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
5. A 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
Please clearly specify which FTE ( or you are applying for in your application statement.
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/SS1003356
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 Tuesday, 4 November 2025
Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Agency Department of Education Salary Location Cranbrook Unit/Division Independent Public School - Southwest Education Region Branch Cranbrook Primary School Work Type Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00020144 Closing Date Position Title Education Assistant - Special Needs Branch Cranbrook Primary School Location Cranbrook Work Type Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00020144 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Education Description
We are advertising two (2) permanent part-time ( FTE and FTE) positions, commencing Term 1, 2026
Cranbrook Primary School (PS) is situated in the rural town of Cranbrook, in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The school was opened in 1893 and officially become an Independent Public School in 2018.
Cranbrook Primary prides itself on fostering partnerships between staff, students, parents and the wider community, whilst endeavouring to give your child the solid grounding that is essential to assist them in achieving to their full potential.
Cranbrook PS has continued to serve our local community over many years. The size of our school and commitment to our community allows us to take great care of our students both as individuals and as a collective group. Students are not only encouraged to strive for high academic outcomes but are well supported in their social and emotional growth.
We are confident you will enjoy the experience of being a part of the 'Cranbrook Primary School Family’ and look forward to welcoming you.
Find out more about our school by visiting or
The Role
As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of planned education programs. This will include managing individual or small groups of students under the direction of the teacher that will help in the development of young minds and support the general health and wellbeing of students. You will work in a collaborative environment to provide support for students in the classroom. Special Needs Education Assistants will work alongside teachers to ensure the implementation of the school business plan and priorities using the agreed programs and strategies.
Suitable applicants should be caring, proactive, and responsive, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as possess good written and oral communication skills to enable the implementation of individual or small group-based programs. The ability to work with a range of age groups and special needs including diagnosed and imputed disabilities is highly desirable.
Suitable applicants should have a strong belief in every child’s ability to succeed at school and will be able to draw on a range of strategies to positively impact learning and behaviour.
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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
10. A 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
Please clearly specify which FTE ( or you are applying for in your application statement.
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/SS1003356
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 Tuesday, 4 November 2025
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