Education Assistant - Learning support x 2

POSITION VACANT

Perth Waldorf School Invites applications for

Education Assistant – Learning Support (2 Positions)
Part-time | Commencing Term 3 2026

Perth Waldorf School teaches students from Kindergarten to Class 12 in accordance with the educational indications of Rudolf Steiner. The Steiner curriculum is holistic, creative and developmentally informed, supporting young people through each stage of growth.

We invite applications for two part-time Education Assistant positions within the Learning Support team, supporting students in Classes 7–12 who require additional learning support.

Working under the direction of the Learning Support Coordinator, you will support students in the Learning Support space with organisation, engagement, and task completion. The role includes supporting students with disability and additional learning needs, in line with their Individual Education Plans and the school’s inclusive approach.

We are looking for people who enjoy working with teenagers and are passionate about supporting young people to grow, overcome challenges, and build confidence in their learning.

Key aspects of the role:

• Support students to develop planning and organisational skills

• Help students persist through learning challenges and develop strategies to support them

• Help students complete classwork and assignments, and keep up to date with their work

• Support students to plan their learning and manage their workload over time

• Support literacy and numeracy tasks (writing, reading comprehension, basic maths)

• Implement strategies from Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and classroom adjustments.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and the Learning Support team

• Contribute to an inclusive, responsive learning environment aligned with Steiner education principles

Hours and allocation:

• 27 hours per week total, shared between two assistants. The Annual salary listed will be pro-rata depending on hours.

• Some days require both assistants to work concurrently; the full 27 hours is not available to one person

• Flexibility in how the hours are shared between the two assistants

• Additional assistant hours may be available

We seek applicants who:

• Have experience in Learning Support or a similar educational setting

• Hold, or are working towards, Certificate III or IV in Education Support (or similar)

• Are passionate about working with teenagers and supporting their growth and learning

• Are willing to engage constructively with anthroposophy, Steiner education and the school’s ethos

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and can build respectful, supportive relationships with students

• Can work independently and collaboratively, and are flexible and proactive

• Have sound literacy and numeracy skills

• Are familiar with IEPs and implementing strategies for students with additional needs

Essential requirements:

• Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain one)

• Australian residency or valid visa with work rights. There is no opportunity for sponsorship or relocation allowance.

To apply:

• Cover letter, Current CV and email addresses of at least 2 referees

Email applications to: **********@pws.wa.edu.au
Contact for enquiries: Head of High School, Donna Kerr, or Learning Support Coordinator, Karen Kennedy (via school reception) on 08 9417 3***

Applications close: Friday 19 June at 10am

The school reserves the right to fill the position prior to the closing date or to re-advertise the roles.