About the School:
Established in 1991, William Ross State High School has provided the education thousands of students have needed to begin their careers or pursue further education. Graduates have access to a variety of post-schooling pathways including university, further training or the workforce. We are situated in Annandale, on the south side of Townsville, North Queensland. The school is well serviced by public transport. Our dedicated staff support and guide our students to achieve success through a holistic approach to education. As an Internationally Accredited (DEi) school we celebrate the richness and diversity that hosting international students from across the globe brings.
About the Role:
The responsibilities of the Practical Design and Technology (PDT) Teacher Aide include:
STOCK CONTROL: Receive, sort and store supplies in appropriate storage facilities on delivery; prepare bulk materials for individual projects from specific class requirements (through the use of table saw, band saw, thicknesser and compound mitre saw); conduct stocktakes as required. MAINTENANCE: Undertake regular maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery; action maintenance requests in order of priority; engage appropriate external tradespersons for maintenance and repairs; monitor electrical and mechanical equipment to adhere to service requirements. CURRICULUM SUPPORT: Under the direction of the teacher, prepare project materials for curriculum and assessment activities; set up tools, machinery and materials for practical workshop activities; provide specialised classroom support for practical workshop activities. ADMINISTRATION: Maintain and manage asset replacement, stock control, purchasing; maintain equipment maintenance records (EMR); provide administrative support with faculty, including storing of safety inductions and consent forms, filing of student assessment records, etc.; maintain safety standards within workshops; follow chemical management procedures when decanting, storing and using chemicals and support Chem Watch manifest and safety data sheet processes; liaise with other school support staff, including teacher aides, schools officer - facilities and grounds, HSW committee members, etc. Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history). Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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