We are seeking to establish a pool of Education Assistants - Special Needs for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the **** school year.
Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.Tapping Primary School (PS) opened in **** and is situated on Wadjuk Noongar boodja in the Wanneroo Education Network.
We are an Independent Public School of approximately 500 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, guided by our vision of Creating Opportunities for every student to Learn, to Grow and to Connect.At Tapping PS every child is known.
Our teachers and allied professionals create supportive and engaging learning environments where academic achievement is nurtured alongside social, emotional and physical development.
We are a school community growing with purpose, backed by strong families and a genuine sense of belonging.
With excitement building as we prepare to celebrate our 20th year in ****, there has never been a better time to join us and be part of the team that marks this milestone and shapes our next chapter.Find out more about our school by visiting tappingps.wa.edu.au or Schools OnlineThe RoleUnder the guidance of our classroom teachers, and with their full support, Education Assistants (Special Needs) duties may include:Work alongside teachers to deliver planned learning programs, including individual and small group activitiesHelp implement specialised programs developed by occupational therapists, speech pathologists and physiotherapistsShare observations and feedback on education and therapy programs,



and take part in reviewing how students are tracking against their goalsSupport communication between students and their teachers or therapistsProvide feedback to parents and caregivers on student progress, as directed by the teacherHelp gather resources and administrative documents for the classroomKeep classroom resources and storerooms organised - maintaining inventory lists and monitoring stock levelsPrepare and maintain the learning environment - setting up equipment, materials, displays and resources, and making sure everything is packed away safely after activitiesSupport the care and supervision of students during both in and out-of-class activities, including student break times and assisting on excursionsAssist with the general care and wellbeing of students, including tending to minor illnesses and providing basic first aidHelp prepare food and support students with food preparation, eating and feeding where needed, including the safe and hygienic storage and handling of food and utensilsSupport students with mobility, including moving and transferring students between equipment where requiredAssist students with personal care,



including toileting and dressing as requiredThis is a excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and to make a real difference in the lives of our students every day.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 Teejay Domoney, Associate Principal on ********* or Equity and DiversityWe 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.EligibilityTo 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; andconsent 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 Wednesday, 28 October ****
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📌 Education Assistant - Special Needs (Tasmania)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Tasmania