Job Description - General Assistant – [Part Time 0.30 FTE] – Ongoing - Swansea Public School (0000BFF5)
General Assistant – [Part Time 0.30 FTE] – Ongoing - Swansea Public School - 0000BFF5
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Location
Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley
Advertisement Number
A900160091
Number of Positions
1
Total Remuneration Package
The salary range for this position is $23.49 (junior) $25.67 after 12 months or at age 20 - $34.51 adult rate per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
School Name
Swansea Public School
Staffing Area
Lake Macquarie
FTE
0.300
Contact Phone number
49 711 267
Contact School Admin
99999999
Closing Date
18-Nov-2026, 5:00:00 AM
Job Category
School Support Staff
Organisation
School Administrative and Support
Position Information
Swansea Public School, situated at the entrance of Lake Macquarie, is an innovative school that is committed to being reflective, collaborative and progressive in all that we do. Our school has a strong focus on academic excellence and we place students at the core of every action and decision. Swansea Public School is an active member of the Galgabba Community of Schools, which enriches the learning of all students across our community. Our current enrolment of 173 students includes 51 proud Aboriginal students.
Key accountabilities Organising rooms, furniture, lockers and other items/equipment for school activities as required; dismantle and store items when not in use (with assistance where required). Identify and report maintenance / safety issues; undertake minor maintenance of buildings and equipment not covered by contracts or requiring a qualified tradesperson. Direct trades before school hours / in holiday periods.
Maintain and care for school grounds, including: mowing school lawns and playing fields; watering, pruning shrubs, trimming hedges, light lopping and trimming of trees, weeding and edging, clearing drains, removal of leaf litter and branches. Unpack, store and/or distribute supplies in accordance with school procedures and safe work standards (e.g. chemical storage and handling); assist with school stocktakes as required.
Other related duties of the role, within the capabilities of the General Assistant, as directed by the Principal or delegate. 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.
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. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education's Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.
General Assistant – [Part Time 0.30 FTE] – Ongoing - Swansea Public School in Newcastle employer: NSW Government
The Department of Customer Service (DCS) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and employee wellbeing. With flexible work arrangements, diverse career opportunities, and a commitment to inclusivity, DCS empowers its staff to thrive while making a meaningful impact on government services across NSW. Join us in shaping the future of customer service in a supportive environment that values your contributions.
