General Assistant

Molong Central School; Molong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Molong Central School is seeking a General Assistant to join our maintenance and handyperson team on a temporary full-time basis. The role supports safe, well-maintained facilities essential for high-quality teaching and learning.

You will maintain grounds and rooms, assist with events, perform light repairs, operate tools safely and work both independently and with staff and students to keep our school environment welcoming and functional.

Qualifications

• Reliable, responsible and willing to take initiative.
• Practical, hands-on and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Physically capable of performing manual work and general maintenance tasks.
• Able to safely use and care for tools, machinery and equipment.
• Organised, with good attention to safety and detail.
• A good communicator who works respectfully and cooperatively with staff and students.
• Willing to comply with NSWDoE policies, procedures and WHS requirements.
• Committed to helping maintain a safe, welcoming and well-presented school environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining school grounds, lawns, gardens and playing fields, including mowing, pruning, planting and general upkeep.
• Setting up and packing away rooms, furniture, equipment and facilities for school activities and events.
• Undertaking minor maintenance and repairs to buildings, grounds and equipment, and identifying and reporting maintenance or safety issues.
• Safely operating and maintaining mowers, tools and other equipment in accordance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements.
• Unpacking, storing and distributing supplies and assisting with stocktakes as required.
• Monitoring school security systems and reporting faults where required.
• Working cooperatively with staff and students to support the day-to-day operation of the school.
• Undertaking other duties within the capabilities of the role as directed by the Principal.

Job description

Molong Central School is a welcoming and inclusive educational institution serving the Molong community in NSW. We are committed to providing a safe, well-maintained learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Our school values collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement, and we seek team members who share these values and are dedicated to supporting our mission of educational excellence.

About the role

We are seeking a General Assistant to join our maintenance and handyperson team on a temporary full-time basis at our school. This is an essential role that ensures our school facilities remain clean, safe, and well-maintained, directly supporting the delivery of quality education. The General Assistant will be responsible for a wide range of maintenance and support tasks throughout the school, working collaboratively with other staff members to keep our facilities in optimal condition. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in our school community by ensuring our environment supports effective teaching and learning.

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining school grounds, lawns, gardens and playing fields, including mowing, pruning, planting and general upkeep.
• Setting up and packing away rooms, furniture, equipment and facilities for school activities and events.
• Undertaking minor maintenance and repairs to buildings, grounds and equipment, and identifying and reporting maintenance or safety issues.
• Safely operating and maintaining mowers, tools and other equipment in accordance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements.
• Unpacking, storing and distributing supplies and assisting with stocktakes as required.
• Monitoring school security systems and reporting faults where required.
• Working cooperatively with staff and students to support the day-to-day operation of the school.
• Undertaking other duties within the capabilities of the role as directed by the Principal.

What we're looking for

• Reliable, responsible and willing to take initiative.
• Practical, hands-on and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Physically capable of performing manual work and general maintenance tasks.
• Able to safely use and care for tools, machinery and equipment.
• Organised, with good attention to safety and detail.
• A good communicator who works respectfully and cooperatively with staff and students.
• Willing to comply with NSWDoE policies, procedures and WHS requirements.
• Committed to helping maintain a safe, welcoming and well-presented school environment.

What we offer

• Temporary full-time employment with Molong Central School with chance of extension
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued
• Opportunities for professional development and skills training

Applicants must have a current paid Working with Children Check clearance and meet the requirements of working with the NSW Department of Education.