Job: Farm Assistant – GSE – Part Time – Ongoing – Billabong High School (0000B43W)
Location
Regional NSW
Position Details
FTE 0.60 – Part‑time – Salary: $1,152.50 – $1,325.00 per week (pro‑rata). Includes employer super contribution and leave loading.
About the Role
To be successful you will need positive planning, prioritising, and communication skills to work effectively with others.
Responsibilities
- Preparation and maintenance of a departmental agricultural plot at a secondary or central school with an agriculture curriculum.
- Assist with crop production and disposal.
- Operate and maintain machinery, tools and equipment.
- Care and supervision of livestock.
- Receipt, storage and management of supplies.
- General farm maintenance.
Special Notes
This is a part‑time 0.60 FTE role.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia and delivers high‑quality public education to two‑thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If adjustments to the recruitment process are needed to help you succeed, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team at
How to Apply
Apply online and attach a covering letter (max. 2 pages) and resume (max. 5 pages) which clearly details how your capabilities, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role. Include the name and contact details of two referees. All targeted questions must be answered in the cover letter.
You must submit the application online via iworkfor.nsw. No paper, email or late applications will be accepted.
If you are successful, you will be required to provide proof of identity, complete a CRIMTRAC declaration, and obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance if you do not already have it.
Targeted Question 1 – Provide an example of how you have previously managed crop production or care of livestock (max 300 words).
Targeted Question 2 – Provide an example of how you have previously maintained and operated farm machinery and equipment (max 300 words).
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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