Farm Assistant - Identified - Part Time - Ongoing - Moree Secondary College Albert Street Campus
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
To be successful you will need good planning, prioritising, and communication skills to work effectively with others.
You will perform a range of tasks in relation to the preparation and maintenance of a Departmental agricultural plot at a secondary or central school that offers agriculture on its curriculum. Responsibilities include:
- Crop production and disposal
- Machinery operation
- Maintenance of machinery, tools, and equipment
- Care and supervision of livestock
- Receipt and storage of supplies
- General farm maintenance
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, offering exciting opportunities to build your public service career.
Conditions
This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department’s Equal Employment Prospect Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment.
More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
Special Notes
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 our recruitment/interview process can better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team or visit the NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion page.
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.
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 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 if you do not already have this.
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).
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