Maintenance/Woodwork Assistant (PT negotiable)

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

Design & Technology

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

25 June 2026

8 days remaining

Posted 17 Jun 2026

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About Homestead Senior Secondary College

Enrolment

531

Total students

51%

Boys

49%

Girls

Staffing

41.3

Teaching FTE

18.4

Non-teaching FTE

ICSEA

1,070

ICSEA value

75th percentile · Higher SES

Diversity

58%

EAL/D Background

2%

Indigenous students

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Selection Criteria

Key Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated practical skills and experience in general maintenance, woodworking, or a related area.
Demonstrated ability to undertake routine maintenance tasks and use hand and industrial power tools safely and effectively. 

2. Demonstrated knowledge of workplace health and safety practices, especially in schools with child safety considerations.
Ability to follow established safety procedures, identify and report hazards, maintain a safe working environment, and comply with occupational health and safety requirements, particularly when working in a school setting and woodwork facilities.

3. Demonstrated ability to support the operation of a school.
Capacity to assist with the preparation, maintenance, storage and organisation of tools, equipment, materials and workshop spaces, ensuring they are clean, safe and ready for use by staff and students with an appropriate attitude towards being a supportive member of the team.

4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow direction.
Ability to work cooperatively with teaching staff, education support staff, contractors and school leadership, while carrying out assigned duties efficiently and reliably.

5. Demonstrated organisational and communication skills.
Ability to prioritise routine tasks, maintain basic records where required, communicate effectively with staff and contractors, and provide courteous service within a school environment.

 

Optional Desirable Criteria

Possession of qualifications, training or experience in carpentry, building maintenance, or grounds mai…

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