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Education Assistant - Special Needs

Full time, Ongoing position- to commence as soon as possible.

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated, experienced and qualified Special Needs Education Assistant at Trinity College, to commence in as soon as possible in Term 1 2026. This position is Full time and Permanent.

The ideal candidate will hold a Certificate IV Education Assistant – Special Needs from a recognised educational institution and have demonstrated experience in working with students with high support needs.

Experience with using Augmentative Communication Tools, hoists and assisting students with personal care is preferred.

Working with teaching and other support staff, the Education Assistant supports our teaching staff to provide for the physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual development of students with specific learning needs. You will also assist with the implementation of special programs for specific curriculum needs.


General Information for Applicants

Position Description

Applicants for the above position must be energetic and innovative individuals who are strongly team oriented and committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the College and its co-curricular activities. Successful applicants will also be required to participate in Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA)Colleges Limited and Catholic Education Western Australia Limited (CEWA Ltd) professional formation and accreditation processes.

Employment is conditional upon the applicant being prepared to apply for a Department of Education Criminal History Clearance and a valid Working with Children card must accompany the application.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All applicants will be subject to EREA College Ltd and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

EREA Colleges Ltd is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

For further information please go to

https://www.trinity.wa.edu.au/discover/careers

Please note – referees will be contacted prior to an interview.

All applications must be submitted in writing and should include a (i) cover letter and (ii) curriculum vitae. Applications can be submitted via email or a hard copy can be posted/hand delivered. Please ensure applications contain details of relevant qualifications and experience, and the names of two professional referees

Please send application to:

The Principal

Trinity College

2 Trinity Avenue

EAST PERTH WA 6004

Email: human.resources@trinity.wa.edu.au

PH: (08) 9219 1110

Applications close at

3pm on Thursday 29 January 2026