Position Details

St Damien's Catholic Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated Education Assistant to provide individualised support to a student in our Early Years with additional needs. The successful applicant will work closely with the classroom teacher, school leadership, parents/carers and relevant allied health professionals to support the student's learning, communication, personal care, wellbeing, safety and participation in school life.

St Damien’s Catholic Primary School is a co-educational double stream Catholic school that caters for approximately 500 students and their families from Three Year Old Kindergarten to Year 6. Established in 2005, it has quickly developed a rich history and a strong presence in the Dawesville community and surrounding areas.

Selection Criteria

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic educators who have the necessary knowledge, skills and qualified capacity to:

- Support students with additional learning needs in a one-to-one setting.
- Assist in the implementation of individual learning, behaviour and wellbeing goals.
- Encourage student independence, engagement and confidence in learning.
- Support students social and emotional needs using caring,



responsive and engaging approaches.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, school leaders and support staff to ensure consistent support for students.
- Contribute positively to the inclusive and nurturing culture of the school.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Qaulifications Required The successful applicant will be required to have:

- Diploma of Early Childhood (desirable) or a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support, including Special Needs (or equivalent).
- Current Working with Children (WWC) Check
- Current Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
- Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School, or willingness to obtain and maintain accreditation.

Application Process

- Applicants are required to submit to 'The Principal' a covering letter and a curriculum vitae to: [email protected]
- Applications should include up to 3 professional referees, one of which must be their current or most recent employer.
- Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday, 27 November 2026.

For more information please visit www.stdamienscps.wa.edu.au

📌 Education Assistant (Students with Disabilities) (Mandurah)
🏢 Catholic Education Western Australia
📍 Mandurah