Home Economics Assistant
Branch: Greenwood College
Division: Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Level 1/2, $31.36 - $35.89 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2023)
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.4
Location: Greenwood
Closing Date: 2024-12-02 4:30 PM
Attachments: - Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
- applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
- published jdf - generic - home economic assistant - schools - l1 - feb 2024.pdf

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This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025

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 offer Department of Education accredited programs in Aviation and Volleyball, we also have Music and Elite Dance programs. Each program is designed to support students excel in a specialist field and prepare for pathways beyond school.

Find out more about our school by visiting Greenwood College or Schools Online

The Role

Under teacher direction, the Home Economic Assistant will assist in the delivery of planned education programs, operation of computers and implementation of individual or small group programs. You will ideally also assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment 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

As Home Economics Assistant, the successful applicant should have a proactive and positive approach to the role and be able to work well autonomously as well as part of a team. You should also be able to prioritise tasks well, display initiative and be highly organised and efficient.

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, MCS on (08) 9235 4307 or emailing 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 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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • A four (4) 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/SS930473

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 Monday, 2 December 2024.