Casual School Operations & Facilities Specialist

Catholic Education; Snowy Valleys Council; On-site; AUD 53,161 - 70,960; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Diverse school environments

Networking opportunities for future employment

Job summary

A Catholic education system provider in New South Wales seeks casual employees for roles in services supporting school efficiency. Responsibilities include cleaning, canteen services, and grounds maintenance. Applicants must possess a relevant Trade Qualification or Certificate III. Opportunities exist to manage personal schedules while gaining experience in diverse school environments. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualification or equivalent is needed for payment at Level 3 or above.
• Ability to engage positively with colleagues, students, and the community.
• Confidentiality maintenance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support school efficiency through cleaning and maintaining facilities.
• Provide canteen services as needed.
• Support grounds maintenance and shop assistance.

Skills

Highly developed communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work individually and collaboratively

Initiative

Ability to manage competing priorities

Education

Trade Qualification or equivalent Certificate III

Job description

Employment type:Casual
Location:ACT & NSW Primary and Secondary Schools
Remuneration Range:$38.59 to $51.51 per hour (dependent on skills and experience)

About Us

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) provides Catholic education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.

About the role

Employees in the School Operational Services Stream play an important role in supporting school efficiency. The Operational Services Stream is responsible for cleaning, maintaining facilities, grounds and equipment, and canteen services. Casual employment opportunities are available for:

• Canteen Assistants
• Grounds Maintenance
• Cleaners
• Uniform Shop Assistants

Casual employees who have been approved to work, nominate preferred work locations and provide their availability through the Casual Relief System (CRS) and may be called upon, on an as-needed basis in accordance with operational needs and employee availability an preference.

Benefits of casual work

• Schedule work around your personal commitments.
• Experience a diverse range of school environments.
• Build your profile within a network of schools to advance your opportunity of securing ongoing employment.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualification or equivalent Certificate III for payment at Level 3 or above

Selection Criteria

1. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to engage positively with colleagues, students, and the wider community.
2. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
3. Ability to work individually and collaboratively as part of a team.
4. Ability to apply initiative and manage competing priorities.

How to apply

Follow the 'Apply now' link. Before commencing this application, please ensure you have the following information at hand:

• Cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed above.
• Resume.
• Copy of NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) and/or ACT Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP).
• Copy of Certification or qualifications (where applicable).
• Contact details of two professional referees.
• Copy of current Passport orBirth Certificate and Drivers License.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

Other Eligibility Criteria

• You must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident or be in Australia on a visa with work rights to be eligible to apply for this position.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

Information about CECG can be accessedhere.

Application queries:Please contact the Recruitment Team on02 6234 5427 or via [e-mail]

If you are a current employee or have worked for CECG within the last six months, please contact the CECG Recruitment Team atbefore applying.