General Assistant

Job Description - General Assistant - Part Time - Ongoing - Yoogali Public School (0000B159)

General Assistant - Part Time - Ongoing - Yoogali Public School - 0000B159

Regional NSW

• Advertisement Number A900147443
• Number of Positions: 1
• Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $22.81 (junior) $25.67 after 12 months or at age 20 - $33.50 adult rate per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
• School Name: Yoogali Public School
• Principal Network: Griffith
• Staffing Area: Griffith
• FTE: 0.230
• Contact Name: Cameron Williams
• Contact Phone number: 0413825098
• Contact School Admin: 99999999
• Closing Date: 18-Sep-2025, 6:00:00 AM
• Job Category: School Support Staff
• Organisation: School Administrative and Support

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.

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.

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.

If you are interested in this role please apply online and attach a covering letter (max 2 pages) and your resume (max 5 pages) which clearly details how your capabilities, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role. 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.

We are looking for you to demonstrate your competence in the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description in your answer, so please develop your responses with this in mind.

Note: it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online via iworkfor.nsw No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

If you are successfully progressed to interview, you will be required to provide your proof of identity information and complete a CRIMTRAC declaration. As this is a child-related position, you will also be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number as a condition of employment (if you do not already have this). For more information, visit http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/working-with-children/working-with-children-check

1. Detail your experience in general support and maintenance in an educational or similar setting, with basic knowledge of school operations and the ability to perform cleaning, maintenance, and grounds tasks. (max 300 words)
2. Detail how you are reliable and punctual, able to work independently, follow instructions, adapt to changing priorities, manage time effectively, and handle a variety of tasks in a small school environment. (max 300 words)

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