General Assistant – Full Time – Ongoing – Goulburn High School

NSW Department of Education

Date posted: June 24, 2025

Closes: Jul 24, 2025


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

This role is vital to the maintenance and upkeep of departmental schools.

 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 relating to the routine maintenance and upkeep of a Departmental School/grounds. The role may assist with the set up and removal of furniture and equipment for school activities. You will identify and report maintenance and safety issues. You will receive, store and distribute supplies and monitor equipment and report faults.

 Click here for the role description 

 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. This offers exciting opportunities for you to gain a wide range of experiences to build your public service career. 

Special Notes

About the NSW Department of Education 

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering 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 we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (*****@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

Additional Information

Goulburn High School, founded in 1913, is a vibrant co-educational community that firmly believes in every student's potential. Situated in a thriving regional centre, our diverse student body of 680, including 9% Aboriginal and Torres Islander Students thrives within a culture of high aspiration and inclusivity. We challenge intellectual curiosity with a dynamic curriculum that includes cutting-edge programs in STEM, robotics, Aboriginal education, and the arts. Our dedicated learning spaces kindle the spark of curiosity and provide students with the opportunity to flourish under the guidance of our passionate educators.

At Goulburn High, student growth and attainment are at the centre of our mission. We foster a supportive environment where dedicated staff, an active P&C association, and robust community partnerships create a collaborative fabric that champions each student's journey. Our commitment extends beyond the classroom as we forge strategic partnerships with local businesses and TAFE institutions to unveil diverse career pathways and ensure our graduates are well-equipped to navigate the future with confidence.

We are looking for passionate educators who share our vision of igniting the spark of lifelong success in every student. If you are dedicated to fostering a vibrant tomorrow for our diverse student body and want to contribute to this transformative learning journey, we encourage you to explore this opportunity further. Goulburn High School welcomes your interest and looks forward to hearing from you.

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, so please develop your responses with this in mind.

 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 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). For more information, visit http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/working-with-children/working-with-children-check.

Targeted Question 1
Provide an example of how you have prioritised tasks to maintain a property with minimal supervision  (max 300 words)
Targeted Question 2

Provide an example of how you have identified and managed a potential hazard requiring maintenance (max 300 words)

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