Education Assistant (Education Assistant)

Position Details Our Lady of Fatima School is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and professional part-time (0.4)/temporary General Education Assistant, commencing 1 January 2027. One of the days of work can be negotiated; however, there is a requirement for the other day of work to be a Friday.

Our Lady of Fatima School is a single stream Catholic co-educational primary school in Palmyra for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year Six. The vision of the school is: "Nurturing lifelong learners, who live out Jesus' message of love and peace". The school strives to live this vision by:

• Providing a holistic Catholic education, where the teachings of Christ are lived, valued and promoted.
• Striving for excellence and through contemporary pedagogies, supporting the resilience, curiosity, creativity and social and emotional wellbeing of each child.
• Fostering a sense of community through meaningful relationships with students, staff, parents, parish and the wider community.
• Maintaining an innovative learning environment, embracing sustainable practices.

Our Lady of Fatima School works in partnership with the Parish of Our Lady of Fatima, Palmyra and has been an integral part of the local community for over 100 years.

Applicants should submit a brief cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) and a copy of professional qualifications. In the CV, applicants need to provide 3 professional referees, one of whom should be the current employer. Applications should be in pdf format and sent to [email protected].

Selection Criteria

• Be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.
• Is flexible, enthusiastic, professional and contributes positively to staff culture.
• Displays excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Shows initiative, is able to work independently and responds positively to feedback.
• Is able to work closely with the teacher to support the learning, social and emotional needs of the students, including the Early Years.
• Demonstrates a commitment to child safety and an understanding of the CEWA Child Safe Framework.

Qualifications Required Certificate IV Education Support or equivalent.

A current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).

A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check issued by the Department of Education WA (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).

Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School (or willingness to obtain).