Job Description
Education Assistant - Special Needs - Lead
Branch:
Butler College
Division:
Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Salary:
EA (Lead), $43.28 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
FTE:
1.0
Location:
Butler
Closing Date:
2026-04-21 4:30 PM
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026
Butler College opened in January 2013 as an inclusive public school for secondary students in Perth's northern suburbs. The College values are at the heart of our culture: Knowledge, Integrity and Respect.
A key aspect of Butler College is our endorsed Education Support Program. Our facility supports 80 students with special educational and medical needs. Our facilities include a hydrotherapy pool and a range of sensory spaces. As an integrated site, our students benefit from high levels of expertise and support and the ability to integrate with other students where appropriate.
Find out more about our school by visiting butlercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking to appoint a friendly and dedicated Education Assistant Lead for our team.
The ideal applicant should possess well developed communication and interpersonal skills in-order to lead, mentor and coach other Education Assistants. Ideally, you would have excellent organisational skills with the ability to coordinate, plan and manage.
The primary focus of the role is in creating the conditions for our Education Assistants to positively impact the lives and educational outcomes of our students. This includes, but is not limited to; conducting inductions for new contracted and casual staff, supporting Work Health and Safety systems and processes, Performance and Development processes, coordination of resources and directly supporting staff and students experiencing challenges.
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 Ryan Govan, Principal on (08) 9561 4200 or emailing ryan.govan@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Ryan Govan on 0450XXXXXX.
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
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).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
Demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the delivery of education programs and/or behaviour management plans; and ability to identify problems and assist teachers and other Education Assistants in the development of strategies and solutions.
Demonstrated well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, mentor, coach, induct and train other Education Assistants and professional teams, including providing advice and evaluating education programs.
Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to coordinate, collect and present student data at a whole school community level in a meaningful way.
Demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate staff rosters and relief to assist in the delivery of effective education programs.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1034144
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
Branch:
Butler College
Division:
Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Salary:
EA (Lead), $43.28 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
FTE:
1.0
Location:
Butler
Closing Date:
2026-04-21 4:30 PM
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026
Butler College opened in January 2013 as an inclusive public school for secondary students in Perth's northern suburbs. The College values are at the heart of our culture: Knowledge, Integrity and Respect.
A key aspect of Butler College is our endorsed Education Support Program. Our facility supports 80 students with special educational and medical needs. Our facilities include a hydrotherapy pool and a range of sensory spaces. As an integrated site, our students benefit from high levels of expertise and support and the ability to integrate with other students where appropriate.
Find out more about our school by visiting butlercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking to appoint a friendly and dedicated Education Assistant Lead for our team.
The ideal applicant should possess well developed communication and interpersonal skills in-order to lead, mentor and coach other Education Assistants. Ideally, you would have excellent organisational skills with the ability to coordinate, plan and manage.
The primary focus of the role is in creating the conditions for our Education Assistants to positively impact the lives and educational outcomes of our students. This includes, but is not limited to; conducting inductions for new contracted and casual staff, supporting Work Health and Safety systems and processes, Performance and Development processes, coordination of resources and directly supporting staff and students experiencing challenges.
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 Ryan Govan, Principal on (08) 9561 4200 or emailing ryan.govan@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Ryan Govan on 0450XXXXXX.
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
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).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
Demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the delivery of education programs and/or behaviour management plans; and ability to identify problems and assist teachers and other Education Assistants in the development of strategies and solutions.
Demonstrated well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, mentor, coach, induct and train other Education Assistants and professional teams, including providing advice and evaluating education programs.
Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to coordinate, collect and present student data at a whole school community level in a meaningful way.
Demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate staff rosters and relief to assist in the delivery of effective education programs.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1034144
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Education Assistant - Special Needs - Lead position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Butler offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.