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 2027 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2028. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

About Nulsen Primary School

Nulsen Primary School is a diverse Kindergarten to Year 6 school in Esperance. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where students are supported to belong, engage and achieve.

Our school has a strong focus on explicit teaching, early intervention and a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Education Assistants are an important part of our team and work alongside teachers and school leaders to achieve the best possible outcomes for students.

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The Role

We are seeking flexible, proactive and student-focused Mainstream Education Assistants who are comfortable working across a range of roles.

Depending on school needs, you may work in an Early Childhood classroom, support teaching and learning within a classroom, or deliver targeted literacy and numeracy intervention programs with individuals or small groups.

Suitable applicants will ideally be able to:

- build positive relationships with students and staff;
- work collaboratively with teachers and school leaders;
- support literacy and numeracy learning with individuals and small groups;
- follow structured intervention programs accurately and consistently;
- work independently and demonstrate initiative when appropriate;
- adapt to different classrooms, year levels and roles;
- respond positively to changes in schedules or priorities; and




- engage in professional learning and develop their knowledge of Nulsen's teaching and intervention programs.

Previous experience with Nulsen's specific programs is not essential. We are ideally looking for Education Assistants who are willing to learn, accept feedback and confidently apply new learning in their work with students.

Want to know more?

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 Kylie Fletcher, Manager Corporate Services on or emailing

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 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 Job Description Form (JDF).

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday 23 October 2026

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