We are seeking to establish a pool of Special Needs Education Assistants 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.

Bletchley Park Primary School (PS), situated in Southern River, and first opened in February 2008. We are a very multi-cultural school and currently have approximately 670 students enrolled from Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6).

Despite being a relatively large primary school, our parents’ comment on the supportive, inclusive learning environment and wonderful community feel. Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do, and we work to ensure every child achieves their social, emotional and academic potential.

Bletchley Park PS strives to be a nurturing school environment where we can Be, Think and Grow.

Find out more about our school by visiting bletchleyparkps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Special Needs Education Assistant, you support students with a range of additional needs to access and engage in learning. Working under teacher direction, you assist in the delivery of education, communication, sensory, behavioural and personal care programs that support student success.

Suitable applicants should ideally have experience supporting students with complex needs, including students requiring assistance with communication, sensory regulation and engagement in learning. Current Team Teach training, or a willingness to undertake Team Teach training, is highly desirable. You will build positive relationships with students while maintaining high expectations for learning, wellbeing and inclusion.

We are seeking applicants who can show a growth mindset, are receptive to feedback, and are committed to continuous improvement. Solid interpersonal skills,



emotional regulation and the ability to contribute positively to a collaborative team culture, maintain professional relationships, and support co-regulation strategies for students is highly regarded.

Highly effective applicants will display strong interpersonal skills, emotional self‑awareness and the ability to remain calm, consistent and responsive when supporting students with complex needs. As part of our inclusive and collaborative school community, you will contribute to creating a safe, supportive and engaging environment where every student can thrive.

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Keren Harding, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9234 6400 or emailing [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

- 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 Job Description Form (JDF).

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 7 September 2026

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📌 Education Assistant - Special Needs (Gosnells)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Gosnells