School Support Officer - General Assistant/Outdoors Grounds person

A permanent full time position commencing 22 June 2026. This role requires the individual to work during school vacation periods (48 weeks p.a. with 4 weeks Annual leave), be flexible with start and finish times, willing to work together in a small team, be physically fit and will be required to occasionally do overtime to ensure the smooth operation of the College.  The General Assistant will be responsible for general maintenance, repairs, garden work, cleaning and rubbish removal, and events setup as required. Depending on the successful applicants qualifications, an above CE NSW Award salary may be considered.

DUTIES MAY INCLUDE(but not be limited to):

• General building and grounds maintenance (painting. patching, basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical (changing bulbs etc.)).
• Maintaining the College gardens (weeding, watering, fertilising etc.), college playground areas, equipment (blower/vacuuming, pressure washing, rubbish cleanup), and sports facilities.
• Assisting with the setup of college events and functions.  
• Managing distribution of deliveries and unpacking of goods and resources.
• Other duties as directed by the Principal and/or Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with students, parents / carers, and staff, and a helpful, cooperative approach to work requests.
• Previous experience working within repair and maintenance roles (preferably 3-5 years).
• Proven ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative to…