Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS649158
This is a permanent part-time (0.36FTE, Thursday and Friday 8am – 3.42pm) position commencing Term 1, 2021.
Busselton Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Home Economics Assistant to join their friendly school.
Under teacher direction, the Home Economics Assistant may be expected to perform tasks which include; assisting the teacher in the delivery of planned educational programs, assisting with preparation and maintenance of the learning environment by maintaining equipment, materials and resources for use in classes, undertake regular activities in the Home Economics centre such as dusting, cleaning the floor throughout the teaching day, cleaning and tidying of cupboards and refrigerator/freezer, laundering of college items, cleaning stoves and ovens and cleaning windows and walls as necessary. There is also a requirement to clean during the vacation periods (school holidays) which will include thorough cleaning of all equipment; including ranges, defrosting and cleaning refrigerator/freezer, dusting all high ledges, tops and furnishings, cleaning walls and internal windows, cleaning, washing/polishing furniture as appropriate and cleaning inside of cupboards and storerooms, as necessary.
As our Home Economics Assistant, you will also be required to perform classroom and administrative tasks which include checking all equipment and reporting any discrepancies to the teacher, as well as assist the teacher with the care and supervision of students in out-of-class activities and school excursions. You will assist with the general care and well-being of students, including attending to students in need of minor first aid. You will also assist with the management of resources by maintaining and updating inventory lists, monitoring stock levels and requirements, and reporting these to the teacher and providing administrative support. Demonstrated experience and/or willingness to use technology for food ordering, stocktaking, budget control will be highly regarded.
Ideally, the successful applicant will be highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, flexible and reliable. You should possess the ability to ensure that the learning environment is inclusive and relevant, appropriately resourced and maintained, with the health and safety of the students a high priority.
Busselton SHS is situated in a coastal holiday town in the South West of Western Australia. The school was established in 1958 and has served the community for over 50 years. Busselton SHS has a proud history with fine traditions in place, created by the various student bodies over time, along with a loyal dedicated staff. A new and invigorated administrative and executive team are building upon our past achievements. As an Independent Public School, our challenge is to plan for educational change in a rapidly evolving and growing community. We aim to provide educational relevance and opportunities for students within the town. Concurrently, the traditions and history of the school need to be honoured and preserved.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
- Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team.
- Good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs to students.
- Ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing of students.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Busselton Senior High School can be found by visiting www.busseltonshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Kellie Lewandowski, Home Economics Teacher, for further information about this employment opportunity by telephoning 0416712923 or emailing Kellie.Lewandowski@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A two (2) or three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 2 November 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.