Education Assistant - Learning Support (Years 6 to 12)

Education Assistant – Learning Support (Years 6 to 12)

Helena College is a non‑religious, independent, co‑educational school catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 in the Perth Hills – just 25 km from Perth City.

Across two campuses in Darlington and Glen Forrest, we provide a balanced education, developing the whole child through inquiry‑based learning programs in the primary and middle school years, and preparing students for ATAR and general pathways in Years 10 to 12.

Helena College has a Child Protection Program which is made up of rigorous work systems, practices, policies and procedures designed to maintain a child‑safe environment within the College community. The care, safety and welfare of students are embedded in policies and procedures which ensure a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse.

Working at Helena College means you become part of a collaborative community with a commitment to core values and close working relationships between students, staff and families.

Role Description

Status: Permanent Part‑time – 9 day fortnight for 39 term weeks.

Effective date: Commencement as soon as practicable.

Working closely with the Learning Support Specialist you will provide timely documentation, observations, and feedback related to student progress and the effectiveness of learning programs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Hold a Certificate, Diploma, or Bachelor’s qualification in a field related to student learning support, with demonstrated experience working with students in Years 6 to 12.
• Must hold (or be in the process of obtaining): a current Working with Children Check, a current Police Certificate.
• Ability to work autonomously, and effectively with and collaborate with colleagues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and organisational ability.
• Experience with (or willingness to learn) the Apple operating platform.

Position Applications

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria as well as a curriculum vitae of no more than four (4) pages:

• Full name, address and contact details.
• Details of academic qualifications or experience.
• Career history including past and current roles.
• Contact details for three referees.
• Any other additional relevant information.

The successful applicant will be required to produce original copies of academic qualifications, as well as current Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check. Applications are to be addressed to Helena College Principal, Peter Coombs and emailed to **********@helena.wa.edu.au.

Closing date for applications: 4.00 pm Friday, 7 August 2026.

Helena College reserves the right to appoint a suitable applicant at any time during the recruitment process.

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