Farm Assistant

1 week ago

Greater Sydney NSW, 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**

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 in relation to the preparation and maintenance of a Departmental agricultural plot at a secondary or central school that offers agriculture on its curriculum. The role assists with: crop production and disposal; machinery operation; maintenance of machinery, tools and equipment; care and supervision of livestock; receipt and storage of supplies; and general farm maintenance.

**Talent Pool**

**Special Notes**:
**This is a temporary role for with possibility for extension or an ongoing position.**

**About the NSW Department of Education**

**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 previously managed crop production or care of livestock (max 300 words)

**Targeted Question 2**

Provide an example of how you have previously maintained and operated farm machinery and equipment (max 300 words)

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