Assistant Project Officer

Job Description - Assistant Project Officer (0000B1GU)

Overview

• Assistant Project Officer – Join the NSW Department of Education as Assistant Project Officer (Clerk Grade 5/6)
• Location: Parramatta with access to various NSW Education offices and flexible working arrangements available
• Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6 with base salary ranging from $99,938 to $110,271 per annum, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Employment type: Ongoing full-time

About the Department

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. We support the early childhood education and care sector and work to unlock excellence for two-thirds of school students in NSW. We are public and the largest education system in Australia, dedicated to helping every learner develop the skills for their chosen career path. We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

About the Inclusion & Wellbeing directorate

The Inclusion and Wellbeing Directorate drives continuous improvement of policies and programs that maximise access, inclusion and wellbeing of students in education from pre-school to year 12. The Directorate leads state-wide strategy and policy to lift student participation, health and wellbeing, and outcomes for students with disability.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to directly impact the lives of students in NSW public schools by assisting in the management of programs that support student wellbeing. The role focuses on a range of administrative, project support and payment-related tasks across several critical and high-priority projects in the Student Health and Mental Wellbeing Team.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative and project support across multiple high-priority initiatives
• Assist in program management and payment-related tasks
• Support wellbeing programs within NSW public schools

Essential requirements

• Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment (or willing to acquire one)
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education

Why Join Us?

• Be part of Australia's largest education system
• Work in a dynamic, inclusive team committed to excellence and equity
• 35 hour working week
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flex leave entitlements, generous holidays and leave conditions
• Competitive salary packaging, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fitness Passport
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support career growth

How to apply

Please submit your application by clicking 'Apply Online' and attaching a resume (maximum 5 pages) and cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities for the role.

Applications must be submitted online. Paper, email, or late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close

Sunday 28 September 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST)

Contacts

For role inquiries please contact TLSW recruitment via email at tlswrecruitment@det.nsw.edu.au

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to determine suitability. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a National Criminal History Check. This is a child-related role and requires a valid WWCC Clearance number (for paid employment).

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make adjustments to the recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team at youbelong@det.nsw.edu.au or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A talent pool is a group of applicants assessed as suitable for this role and may be considered for similar roles over the next 18 months.

Location: Sydney Region – Sydney, Greater West

Work Type: Full-time

Number of Positions: 1

Total Remuneration Package includes salary and employer's contributions to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Contact: TLSW Recruitment – tlswrecruitment@det.nsw.edu.au

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to country and culture.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---