General Assistant

1 month ago


Sydney, Australia NSW Government -School Administrative and Support Full time

**Position Information**:
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.

**Talent Pool**

**Special Notes**:
**About the NSW Department of Education**

**Additional School Information (Optional)**
Set on a spacious and historical site, Bondi Public is a school of 520 students who engage with quality and innovative learning programs. 26% of students have a language background other than English and 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Our dedicated and enthusiastic staff demonstrate a wide range of expertise, with high expectations underpinning strong academic performance. Achievements in Literacy and Numeracy are supported by specialist-led additional programs including STEAM and Creative Arts. Wellbeing practices are at the forefront and our Learning Support team is highly active - we believe it is of utmost importance to create a happy, positive and inclusive environment where students feel safe and valued. Our school integrates the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program across all curriculum areas and highly values the messages around fresh produce and healthy eating that the program teaches. Philosophy for Children is embedded K-6 and has a dedicated philosophy teacher. The school focuses on embedding quality teaching with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy and Formative Assessment. Students are supported through High Potential and Gifted Education practices as well as intervention programs. Our implementation of the Positive Behaviour for Learning framework, ensures students understand their own responsibility in being active and engaged learners, as well as global citizens who positively contribute to a dynamic society.

**How to Apply**

**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.

**iworkfor.nsw**
- 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

**Targeted Question 1**
Provide an example of how you have prioritised tasks to maintain a property with mínimal supervision (max 300 words)

**Targeted Question 2**

Provide an example of how you have identified and managed a potential hazard requiring maintenance (max 300 words)


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