Farm Assistant

1 day ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Nsw Government -School Administrative And Support Part 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**:

- There is the potential to increase the number of hours to 30 hours per week on a temporary basis. This includes 4 hours on a Saturday.
- A vehicle with a tow ball is highly desirable.

**About the NSW Department of Education**

**Additional School Information (Optional)**
The farm site covers 2 hectares with the school involved in cattle, sheep, vegetable, fruit, pasture, and poultry production. We also have an apiary with around 15 hives. We have an active greenwaste recycling program and actively engage the local community.

**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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