We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistants – Mainstream for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. We are a proud Independent Public School with a rich 49-year history of providing successful education.

We currently cater to 380 Kindergarten to Year 6 students taught by well-qualified, experienced and dedicated teachers working in partnership with parents to ensure the needs of every child are met. Our school offers specialist teaching programs in Music, Japanese, Science and Physical Education. Our students have access to a range of technologies, inclusive of desktop computers, laptops, iPads and robotics/coding equipment.

Our staff are committed to providing relevant and engaging learning experiences and all teaching staff engage in responsiblity for driving literacy, numeracy, Aboriginal Perspectives and Sustainability and Student Health and Wellbeing. Find out more about our school by visiting westgreenwood.wa.edu.au or Schools Online 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 should collaborate and work in a team environment.

Suitable applicants 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.



They 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, suitable applicants 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 Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Stacey Young, Deputy Principal on (08) 9246 8700 or [email protected] 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 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility To work with us, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen,



permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check 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 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: A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. Short listed applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

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. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1061241 The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 10 August 2026

📌 Education Assistant - Mainstream (Perth)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Perth