The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Education Assistant to join our Secondary School team. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with teachers to support students engage confidently in their learning, develop positive relationships, and reach their full potential. You will contribute to a caring, inclusive, and Christ-centred learning environment where students are encouraged to flourish academically, socially, and spiritually.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people, strong relationship-building skills, and a team-oriented approach to working with staff, students, and families. A commitment to child safety, student wellbeing, and inclusive education is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while being part of a supportive and innovative learning community.

Key Responsibilities

- Support students with diverse learning, wellbeing, social-emotional, sensory and behavioural needs across a range of educational settings.

- Work collaboratively with teachers and the Responsive Education team to implement reasonable adjustments and individualised support strategies.

- Assist students to access the curriculum, engage in learning, develop independence and participate fully in school life.

- Support the delivery of targeted intervention programs and approved alternative learning environments.

- Monitor student progress, engagement and wellbeing, maintaining accurate records and contributing to ongoing support planning.

- Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment that reflects best-practice approaches to student wellbeing and inclusion.

- Build positive relationships with students, staff and families while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.

- Uphold the College's child safety, safeguarding and wellbeing requirements, following all relevant policies and procedures.

About You

You are a caring, proactive and student-centred professional who is passionate about helping young people thrive. You enjoy working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to create inclusive learning environments where every student feels supported, valued and capable of success.

You demonstrate values aligned with the Christian faith, including integrity, compassion, and respect,



while actively supporting the school’s mission and ethos. You bring experience working with students, strong communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to provide patient, empathetic support in diverse learning environments. Adaptable and solutions-focused, you work collaboratively with staff to meet student needs and respond effectively to changing priorities and challenges.

You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and families, and a commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality. You are organised, adaptable and able to respond calmly and effectively to the diverse learning, wellbeing and behavioural needs of students.

Most importantly, you are committed to child safety, inclusive education and supporting students to develop confidence, independence and engagement in their learning. Experience supporting students with additional learning needs, social-emotional needs or learning adjustments will be highly regarded.

Qualifications and experience include:

- Certificate III or IV in School-based Education Support

- Valid Police Check (National Police Certificate)

- Current WWCC

- Demonstrated experience supporting students in a school or educational setting

- Experience working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to implement learning and wellbeing strategies

- Experience in Christian education is highly desirable.

You demonstrate our core values:

- Generosity

- We regularly and willingly share the blessings God has given and demonstrate generosity through action and words.

- Integrity

- We want to uphold truth and righteousness in every word and action, consistently living out what is morally right.

- Courage

- We want to set our hearts and minds to boldly face challenges, trusting fully in God.

- Leadership and Service

- We want to lead by example,



inspire and motivate others to achieve. We want to help and support others, with the spirit of love, humility and selflessness.

- Honour

- We want to show deep reverence to God above all and extend esteem to our family and community.

Why Work with us?

At The King’s College, we are intentional about caring for our people.

Here’s what makes working with us special:

- A fantastic culture and a supportive team

- You will be welcomed into a friendly, collaborative environment where kindness, encouragement, and teamwork are part of everyday life.

- A healthy work‑life balance

- We know how precious time is and we value your work-life balance. Flexible and sustainable working arrangements that help you recharge, rest, and balance the things that matter most.

- A genuinely caring wellbeing program

- Your wellbeing matters. We offer meaningful and fun initiatives that support your physical, emotional, and mental health.

- Opportunities to grow and develop

- Whether you are building new skills or stepping into something bigger, we are here to support your professional journey through paid professional development.

- Salary packaging options

- Access potential financial benefits through approved salary packaging arrangements (conditions apply).

How to Apply

The King's College is a child-safe organisation and seeks to always promote child wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people.

Sounds like you? If you are looking to make a meaningful contribution in a supportive and progressive environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your application via the link

Employment Application

Curriculum Vitae, including referee contact details - provide two professional referees, including one from your current line manager (they will not be contacted unless you are shortlisted), and a personal referee from your Pastor/Minister.

A Cover Letter addressing the key position requirements from the Position Description:

Position Description

Evidence of current TRBWA registration, Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance, and Australian work rights.

The King’s College reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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