John Forrest Secondary College (SC) is seeking to establish a pool of Home Economics Assistants for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At John Forrest SC education is a shared vision and commitment to fostering exceptional learning experiences for students and staff. We offer a comprehensive range of educational pathways that cater to diverse student needs and aspirations. These include delivery of endorsed programs, Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, General and Vocational Education and Training courses. Together with our co-curricular activities and clubs, this provides staff and students with opportunities to pursue and lead in their areas of passion and interest.
Our college community values education and thrives on diversity, valuing and celebrating the unique strengths of each individual. This foundation of inclusivity creates a culture of achievement and success where every member is supported and encouraged to excel.
Find out more about our school by visiting John Forrest Secondary College or Schools Online
The Role
Under teacher direction, the Home Economics Assistant supports the teachers in the delivery of planned educational programs, ensuring safe and hygienic storage and handling of food and assisting with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment including ordering and preparing food, equipment, materials and resources for use in classes. The Home Economics Assistant also undertakes regular activities throughout the day such as tidying and cleaning of cupboards, dishes, floors and refrigerator/freezer; laundering of linens and clothes; cleaning stoves, ovens, benches, floor and walls as necessary and disposal of rubbish at the end of the day.
The suitable applicant would also perform classroom and administrative tasks which include checking all equipment and reporting any discrepancies to the teacher, assisting the teacher with the care and supervision of students in activities and assisting with the management of resources by maintaining and updating inventory lists, monitoring stock levels and requirements.
There is also a requirement to clean during the vacation periods (school holidays) which includes 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.
The suitable applicant will ideally be well organised with high standards of food handling hygiene. They will be energetic, flexible, and reliable with excellent communication skills to work well in a busy team environment.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Alicia Denman, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9473 4016 or alicia.denman@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents, and teaching professionals.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs to students.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing of students.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS926356
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 10 February 2025
