Design and Technology Assistant

Position Type: Classroom Education Support | Employment Status: Permanent/Ongoing | Classification Level: ESO3

Xavier College is seeking a practical and proactive Design and Technology Assistant to join our Gawler Belt (7-12) Campus. This position provides technical and operational support to the Design and Technology faculty, ensuring workshop facilities, equipment and resources are maintained to a high standard while supporting the delivery of engaging practical learning experiences for students.

Commencing January 2027, this permanent, part-time position is offered across 41 weeks of the school year, working Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 4.00pm.

As the Design and Technology Assistant, you will:

• Prepare materials, tools, equipment and workshop spaces to support practical learning activities
• Assist with the maintenance, cleaning and organisation of workshop facilities, machinery, tools and storage areas
• Support workplace health and safety processes, including maintaining safety documentation, registers and risk assessments
• Assist with workshop inspections, hazard identification and compliance activities
• Monitor stock levels and maintain inventories of materials, equipment and consumables
• Coordinate the ordering, receipt and safe storage of workshop resources and supplies
• Provide technical support and guidance to students in the safe use of tools, materials and equipment under teacher direction
• Maintain accurate administrative, financial and WHS records relating to Design and Technology operations
• Contribute to the effective day-to-day operation of the Design and Technology lear…