Design Technology Assistant

Government schools; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ngayuk College in Kalkallo, Victoria is seeking a Design Technology Assistant to support practical lessons, manage workshop safety and assist teaching staff. The role operates Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm, within a government secondary college setting.

The position emphasizes maintaining safe, organized learning environments and assisting with materials, tools and exhibitions. Applicants should be prepared to work closely with staff and students to deliver high-quality educational programs.

Qualifications

• SC1: Demonstrated capacity to perform duties within guidelines and frameworks, and coordinate/support others.
• SC2: Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team.
• SC3: Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team with strong oral/written skills.
• SC4: Possess the technical knowledge relevant to Design Technology roles.
• SC5: Demonstrated capacity to advise and support management and staff.
• SC6: Demonstrated capacity to contribute to a safe, high-quality Design Technology learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for Design and Technology classes and activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop and storage areas.
• Conduct routine safety checks and report damaged equipment.
• Support teachers and students during practical lessons and projects.
• Maintain stock levels and inventory records.
• Assist with maintenance, servicing and safe storage of tools/machinery.
• Ensure safety procedures and PPE requirements are followed.
• Assist with setup and pack-up of displays and projects.

Skills

Guidelines adherence

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Technical design knowledge

Advising and support

Safe learning environment

Job description

Government schools – Melbourne Northern Suburbs VIC

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6 Demonstrated capacity to contribute to the establishment and ongoing operation of a safe, organised and high-quality Design Technology learning environment at Ngayuk College.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6 Demonstrated capacity to contribute to the establishment and ongoing operation of a safe, organised and high-quality Design Technology learning environment at Ngayuk College.

Role

Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.

This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee’s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of a Design Technology Assistant may include but is not limited to:

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for Design and Technology classes and practical activities.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop and storage areas.
• Conduct routine safety checks and report damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Support teachers and students during practical lessons, demonstrations and projects.
• Maintain stock levels, order supplies and keep accurate inventory records.
• Assist with the maintenance, servicing and safe storage of tools, machinery and equipment.
• Ensure safety procedures, risk assessments and personal protective equipment requirements are followed.
• Assist with the setup and pack-up of displays, exhibitions and special projects.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Conditions of Employment

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Location Profile

Ngayuk College is a new, co-educational government secondary College located in the heart of Kalkallo, Victoria. Opened in Term 1, 2026 with a foundation Year 7 cohort, the College will grow by one year level each year to eventually cater to students in Years 7 to 12.

Ngayuk College has been established in response to the rapid growth in the local area and will serve as a vibrant educational hub for families in Kalkallo, Donnybrook and surrounding communities. Ngayuk College sits within the North-Western Victoria Region (NWVR) and is an inclusive, future-focused learning environment designed to meet the needs of today's adolescents and tomorrow's leaders.

Our state-of-the-art facilities include quality learning spaces, a library, dedicated science and creative arts areas, outdoor learning terraces, landscaped grounds, and community-oriented spaces including a sports field and future community hub.

Our Vision

Learn. Connect. Succeed

We are a place where everyone learns with purpose, connects genuinely with others, and succeeds with confidence.

Values

Curiosity, Courage, Respect, Aspiration

OurCommunity

Ngayuk College is situated in Kalkallo, a growing and diverse community just 50km north of Melbourne and just off the Hume Freeway. Our community reflects a rich mix of cultural backgrounds and a strong desire for high-quality local education. The College is designed not only as a place for learning, but as a community anchor where families, educators, and students work together to shape a better future.

Join Us

We are now recruiting passionate, committed educators who are excited by the opportunity to shape a College from the ground up. We welcome applications from individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, work collaboratively with like-minded professionals, and contribute to building a positive, values-led culture