Home Economic Assistant

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This is a 6-month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.

Here at Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS) our focus is your child and we are dedicated to ensuring they strive to Imagine with all their mind; Believe with all their heart; and to Achieve with all their might. We pride ourselves on diversity, care and respect every day...it is The Safety Bay Way

Find out more about our school by visiting Imagine. Believe. Achieve | Safety Bay Senior High School or Schools Online

The Role

The Home Economics Assistant supports the Department of Education's main objective of teaching and learning of students, by assisting the teacher and providing classroom level support to enable the delivery of high quality, student-focused learning programs. This is a dynamic and hands-on role ideal for someone with a strong interest in home economics, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to student wellbeing and success.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Alison Cousins, Associate Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9528 9200 or emailing Alison.Cousins@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
  
  

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs to students.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing of students.
    
  It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
  
  Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
  
  For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
  
  Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS981449
  
  Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
  
  The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
  
  Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 8 August 2025Seniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
  Employment type
  • Employment typePart-time
  Job function
  • Job functionFinance and Sales
  • IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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