Education Assistant; Special Needs

Employment Education Assistant (Special Needs)

• Full Time
• Expires on 09/01/2026
• Location - Kenwick

Are you someone who has a genuine love for Christian education, children, and their families? If so, this may be the role for you!

We are seeking inspired, resilient, Christian special needs Education Assistants to join our well-established and growing community at our Kenwick 7-12 school as we accommodate students and courses.

As the first Christian parent-governed school in Western Australia, we are pioneers of distinctly Christian education. Our rich heritage stretches back sixty years; we have learned a lot in that time and are always seeking to improve and innovate.

Rehoboth exists to partner with Christian families in their God-given task of nurturing and educating their children. The successful candidate will be joining a team who sincerely believe in our vision to lead students to think and live for the glory of God in every aspect of their lives.

As an Education Assistant (Special Needs), you will assist teaching staff in our Secondary School, providing care, lesson facilitation, and supervision for students including those special needs who require learning support.

Our Education Assistants (Special Needs) support students with a range of additional needs, including students with Down Syndrome, ASD, ADHD, anxiety, and language difficulties. We are looking for someone who has previous experience with special needs students. High abilities with Literacy and Mathematics facilitation are desirable.

We have full-time, part-time, and relief positions available.

Apart from the necessary qualifications, we look for people who are a great cultural fit. Rehoboth is a community of Christians – parents and staff alike – and we prioritise supporting one another in our spiritual walks and encouraging students to explore their faith and discover their God-given gifts.

Because of the deeply Christian nature of our College, we consider all staff to be role models to students, no matter what position they hold. We take your active involvement in a local Protestant Christian church, a deeply committed Christian lifestyle, and ability to articulate your personal Christian faith as evidence of your desire to help build a vibrant a vibrant Christian community at Rehoboth.

You will also need to be an exceptional communicator and have an outstanding ability to work collaboratively with staff and students. This is where your pastoral heart and passion for education will shine.

Here are the essential criteria for this position:

• You must hold a Certificate IV in Education Support
• You must be actively involved in a local Protestant Christian church and be able to demonstrate an exemplary Christian lifestyle
• You must hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check, and
• You must be willing to obtain a Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Position

Description:

Education Assistant (Special Needs)

For more information on the role, please read the position description above.

Steps to apply:

• Complete the Non-Teaching Staff Application Form
• Attach a comprehensive resume
• Include a letter of reference from your church pastor/minister, and
• Attached certificated copies of your qualifications.

Applications should be addressed to:

Rehoboth Christian College
92 Kenwick Road
Kenwick WA 6107

The closing date is 9 January 2026