Farm Assistant - Sydney, Australia - NSW Government -School Administrative and Support

NSW Government -School Administrative and Support

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Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Part time

Description

Position Information:

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 in the role you will need to have good planning and prioritising skills and good 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

The role assists with:

crop production and disposal; machinery operation; maintenance of machinery, tools and equipment; care and supervision of livestock; receipt and storage of supplies; and general farm maintenance.

Talent Pool

Special Notes:

About the NSW Department of Education

Additional School Information (Optional)

How to Apply

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, so please develop your responses with this in mind.

If you are successfully progressed to interview, you will be required to provide your 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 as a condition of employment (if you do not already have this).

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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)