Junior School Education Assistant (Special Needs)

At Aquinas, we seek to employ staff who strive for excellence and thrive on empowering young men to lead meaningful lives. We are inspired by Christ to recognise the dignity of every person and promote inclusivity and embrace diversity. Our beautiful campus overlooking the Canning River boasts excellent facilities and an undeveloped bushland that is a sanctuary for native wildlife in the heart of our city.

The College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Education Assistant (Special Needs) to join our vibrant and inclusive community from Term 1, 2027. Reporting to the Head of Junior School, this rewarding role forms part of a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team within a values-driven environment.

In this role, you will work closely with teachers to support the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of students with diverse learning needs. Through your expertise, care, and commitment to inclusive education, you will help create meaningful learning experiences that empower every student to reach their full potential.

Our Junior School also offers Before School Care and After School Care programs for students. The successful applicant will therefore have the opportunity to undertake additional paid hours supervising and facilitating these programs.

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position, to start as soon as possible.

The be successful in this role you will be an experience and qualified Education Assistant and will be able to demonstrate:

• The completion of a Cert III or IV in Education Support
• Experience working with students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6
• A current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check

Employment Conditions and Benefits

Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful location overlooking the Canning River.

Your application must include:

• Cover Letter: Stating your interest in, and suitability for, the advertised position and why you would like to work at Aquinas College (maximum 2 Pages)
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae: Outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history please give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each position.
• Work-related Referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees. It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager.
• Applicant Declaration: A completed a signed Application Declaration From

Applications Close: 8am Wednesday 7 October 2026

The College reserves the right to appoint a candidate before applications close.

Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children. All applicants will be subject to Aquinas college and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.

Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.