Primary Inclusive Education Assistant

Full-Time (70 hours per fortnight) | Primary Inclusive Education Assistant | January 2027

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Inclusive Education Assistant to join a supportive and growing Christian school community.

About Providence
Providence Christian College is a co-educational, non-denominational K–12 Christian College of approximately 1,150 students, located in Southern River.

Our staff enjoy a friendly, professional and supportive working environment where strong relationships, trust and collaboration are central to our culture.

We believe outstanding teaching and learning begin with strong relationships between teachers and students. Our staff are passionate about helping students develop their God-given gifts and achieve their potential through engaging, purposeful and high-quality learning.

About the Role
The Primary Inclusive Education Assistant supports teachers in preparing learning resources and implementing teacher-planned educational programs to meet the diverse needs of primary school students. The role assists students with additional learning needs in accessing the primary curriculum, developing their academic and social skills, and achieving positive learning and personal outcomes.

Working collaboratively with teachers, the Inclusive Education Assistant helps create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation, independence and confidence. The role supports students to develop the skills and character needed to become lifelong learners who are Christ-centred and innovative contributors to their world.

You will have:

• An active Christian faith and a commitment to the College’s Christian identity and Core Values.
• Certificate IV in Education Support.
• Experience supporting primary-aged students, particularly those with additional learning needs (desirable).
• An understanding of inclusive education practices and strategies that promote student engagement, independence and learning.
• A commitment to child safety, student well-being and safeguarding practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students.
• A patient, caring and flexible approach, with the ability to respond to the individual needs of students.
• A commitment to working collaboratively with teachers to support student learning, social development and participation in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement IEP goals, communication tools, visual supports, and sensory strategies as needed
• Assist students during class, break times, and excursions.
• Collaborate with the classroom teachers and IE Team staff to support students.
• Attend professional development relevant to supporting students with disabilities.
• Work with students in small groups to enhance their learning and understanding of the curriculum
• Demonstrate high levels of competency, creativity, and initiative in lesson task preparation, tidying up and packing away, and record-keeping where appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and a commitment to Protective Behaviours/Child Protection education and care practices that ensure a child-safe learning environment.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral English communication skills
• Demonstrate proactivity, adaptability, punctuality  and reliability

Additional Requirements:

• The successful applicant will be expected to complete the National Principles Child Safe Modules if not already completed.
• You must have the right to live and work in Australia (VEVO checks will be conducted to confirm your eligibility to work in Australia).
• You hold a current Working with Children Card.
• Can provide a current Police Clearance (no older than 3 months)

Excited by the possibilities? Fill out an application today!

Applications must be submitted on the College Application Form, which can be accessed on our website or by clicking on the link below:

College Application Form 

Applications close at 4.00 PM on Friday, 30 October 2026.

Providence Christian College will review applications as they come in, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to fill this position prior to the closing date.

Further information about the College can be accessed on the College website www.providence.wa.edu.au and the College Code of Conduct