Description:
We are seeking to establish a pool of Home Economics Assistant's 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 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Our students enjoy a positive and supportive learning environment responsive to their particular abilities and learning styles. We believe in an educational experience that promotes Tolerance, Honesty, Excellence, Respect and Responsibility where every child is encouraged to display effort and integrity.
Our experienced staff encourage our students to imagine the possibilities, create opportunities and achieve their dreams in a safe learning environment. We work together with our community to develop in our students, a life-long love of learning to give them the tools to thrive in their lives after school. We have high expectations of staff and students, cultivating excellence in teaching through evidenced-based practices, a continuous cycle of improvement and a positive, culturally inclusive learning environment.
The Role
The Home Economics Assistant supports the Department of Education’s main objective of teaching and learning of students, by assisting the teacher and providing classroom level support to enable the delivery of high quality, student-focused learning programs.
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 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 successful applicant would ideally 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 out-of-class activities and school excursions, assisting the teacher with the general care and well-being of students, including attending to students in need of minor first aid, assisting 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.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
During the school holidays, please contact [name] on [mobile number].
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.
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 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 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS959662
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 26 March 2025