This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026.
At Greenwood College we support students to adopt a growth mind-set in all their endeavours, to engage in education for life, to develop resiliency and ensure their readiness for pathways beyond school.
The College provides high quality teaching and learning focused on academic success, innovative and specialised educational programs with strong pastoral care to provide support and assistance for students when required.
Student learning and wellbeing are paramount. Every child is expected to achieve their very best. We acknowledge that the teenage years are a time when young people need CARE.
We provide CARE (Cooperation. Achievement. Respect. Engagement) to every student with all staff committed to our values. Instilling these values in every student as they progress through the College, further equips them for their life beyond school.
Find out more about our school by visiting greenwood.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The Home Economic Assistant assists the teacher in the delivery of planned education programs, including the operation of computers, sewing machines and kitchen appliances, and under teacher direction, implement individual or small group programs.
The successful applicant will ideally assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environments by maintaining equipment, materials and resources for use in classes, displays and demonstrations, and assist the teacher with clean and safe storage of items after classes and activities. They will also check all equipment and report any discrepancies to the Home Economics Teacher
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 Jenny O'Connor, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9235 4300 or Jenny.O'Connor@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
- A three (3) page statement addressing the 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/SS1047208
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, 26 June 2026.
