This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Woodvale Secondary College (SC) enjoys the expertise of highly trained staff who provide a safe, inclusive learning environment which is specifically focused on the individual student. College staff share the belief that each and every student can achieve their best through the support that is available to them. This is enshrined in the College motto of Pursuing Excellence and in the mission statement: Woodvale empowers, challenges and supports their students.
The College is also recognised for the many opportunities it provides students - ranging from specialist programs, co-curricular experiences, academic extension, engagement in sporting or arts programs and various leadership opportunities. Along with excellence in teaching, the opportunities available to Woodvale students ensures a low student transience rate. Since its inception, the College has prided itself on its superior ICT focus, currently maintaining a one-to-one program that is the envy of many schools.
Find out more about our school by visiting woodvale.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The role of the Home Economics Assistant is to be responsible for the prior preparation of resources that assist teachers in the delivery of educational courses. This role spreads across three subject areas; Food, Textiles and Child Development. You would carry out tasks such as weighing, measuring, and distributing food for Food classes, cutting and organisation of fabrics for Textiles & Child Development classes, and maintenance of the learning environment by maintaining equipment, materials, and stocked resources. You may also be responsible for and undertake cleaning of classrooms and resources consistently throughout your working hours. You will ideally work with other staff in the management of food ordering and food storage requirements. Computer literacy is highly desirable for this position. You may be required to clean during the vacation periods (school holidays) which includes thorough cleaning of all equipment and rooms.
As the Home Economics Assistant you should have a proactive, positive approach to your role and be able to work well autonomously as well as part of a team. Successful applicants should be able to prioritise tasks well, demonstrate initiative and be highly organised and efficient. Woodvale SC has specialist facilities, including a commercial kitchen. Experience with cleaning and maintaining equipment, furniture, fittings and resources will be highly regarded.
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 Michelle Rouhliadeff, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6207 2400 or michelle.rouhliadeff@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 (1) 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 three (3) 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.
The remaining selection criteria will be addressed at further assesment.
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/SS976306
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 June 2025
