General Assistant - Full Time - Ongoing - Eastwood Public School - 0000BBS3 .

Location

Sydney Region Advertisement Number A900156950

Number of Positions

1 Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $41,115.00 - $46,277 (up to 20 years of age) then $51,420 - $62,855.00 per annum (pro rata for part time roles). The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

School Name Eastwood Public School Principal

Network Carlingford Staffing Area Ryde Hours/Minutes 38 hours 0 minutes per week FTE 1.000 Contact Name Michael Kammerer Contact Phone number 9874 1600 Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

14-Oct-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

School Support Staff

Organisation

School Administrative and Support Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Role This role is vital to the maintenance and upkeep of departmental schools.

To be successful in the role you will need to have good planning and prioritising skills and good communication skills to work effectively with others.

You will perform a range of tasks relating to the routine maintenance and upkeep of a Departmental School/grounds. The role may assist with the set up and removal of furniture and equipment for school activities. You will identify and report maintenance and safety issues. You will receive, store and distribute supplies and monitor equipment and report faults.

Click here for the role description Talent Pool A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of candidates who have undergone an assessment process and have been identified as suitable for this role or similar roles for a period of 12 months.



Being part of a talent pool means that you may be considered for ongoing or temporary employment for a range of similar roles.

This offers exciting opportunities for you to gain a wide range of experiences to build your public service career.

Eastwood Public School currently has an enrolment of approximately 640 students and features expansive, well-maintained grounds, modern learning spaces, multiple playgrounds, outdoor recreation areas, landscaped gardens and a variety of school facilities that are used extensively by students, staff and the wider community. The school prides itself on maintaining a safe, welcoming and attractive environment that supports learning and community engagement. Staff work collaboratively and take great pride in ensuring the school presents to a high standard.

The General Assistant (GA) plays an important role in maintaining the school's buildings, grounds and facilities to ensure they are safe, functional and well presented. Duties include general repairs and maintenance, gardening and grounds work, setting up for school events, assisting with deliveries, moving furniture and equipment, monitoring contractors, and responding to the day-to-day operational needs of the school. The successful applicant will be reliable, self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team, and committed to providing a protected, clean and welcoming environment for students, staff and the wider school community.

Special Notes About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds,



including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above.

For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

How to Apply If you are interested in this role please apply online and attach a covering letter (max 2 pages) and your resume (max 5 pages) which clearly details how your capabilities, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.

You must answer both targeted questions which should be included in your cover letter.

We are looking for you to demonstrate your competence in the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description in your answer, so please develop your responses with this in mind.

Note: it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online via iworkfor.nsw No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

If you are successfully progressed to interview, you will be required to provide your proof of identity information and complete a CRIMTRAC declaration. As this is a child-related position, you will also be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number as a condition of employment (if you do not already have this). For more information, visit http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/working-with-children/working-with-children-check.

Targeted Question 1 Provide an example of how you have prioritised tasks to maintain a property with minimal supervision (max 300 words)

Targeted Question 2 Provide an example of how you have identified and managed a potential hazard requiring maintenance (max 300 words)

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