Farm Assistant

11 hours 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**

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**:
**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**
There are three fundamental aspects to the role of farm assistant. These are care, maintenance and communication. Can you describe how each of these factors might guide you in carrying out your role as farm assistant in a school setting. (300 words)

**Targeted Question 2**

In a school setting your supervisor has a teaching load. Working independently with initiative and communicating regularly are two key aspects of a farm assistant's responsibilities at QHHS. Can you share with us your previous and present work experiences that would assist you with successfully managing this aspect of the role. (300 words)

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