At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with maintenance and upkeep of school grounds and facilities.
- Company: NSW Department of Education, the largest public education provider in Australia.
- Benefits: Part-time role with opportunities for career growth and diverse experiences.
- Other info: Join a diverse team and contribute to a supportive educational environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while gaining valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Good planning, communication skills, and ability to work well with others.
The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role
This role is vital to the maintenance and upkeep of departmental schools. To be successful in the role you will need to have good planning and prioritising skills and good communication skills to work effectively with others. You will perform a range of tasks relating to the routine maintenance and upkeep of a Departmental School/grounds. The role may assist with the set up and removal of furniture and equipment for school activities. You will identify and report maintenance and safety issues. You will receive, store and distribute supplies and monitor equipment and report faults.
This is a part-time 0.600 FTE position.
Talent Pool
A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of candidates who have undergone an assessment process and have been identified as suitable for this role or similar roles for a period of 12 months. Being part of a talent pool means that you may be considered for ongoing or temporary employment for a range of similar roles. This offers exciting opportunities for you to gain a wide range of experiences to build your public service career.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people.
For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. You must answer both targeted questions which should be included in your cover letter. As this is a child-related position, it will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number as a condition of employment (if you do not already have this).
General Assistant – Tenambit in Newcastle employer: NSW Department of Education
The NSW Department of Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion while providing flexible working arrangements in the vibrant location of Parramatta. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, generous leave conditions, and ample opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic environment dedicated to shaping the future of public education in New South Wales.
Contact Details:
NSW Department of Education Recruitment Team
