Part Time (0.6 FTE)Aquinas College is a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition servicing in excess of 1,300 local, country and international boys.  Aquinas College has a rich history within Western Australian education and a reputation of producing outstanding young men.We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Design & Technologies Technician person who demonstrates previous experience in a similar role with a commitment to service excellence and professionalism. This role forms part of an inclusive, supportive and high performing team, within a values based environment, reporting to the Head of Learning Area - Technologies.Position Purposes:Support teaching staff in the day-to-day operation of the Design and Technology learning area. Successful Candidate CredentialsTo be successful in this role you will have the following credentials:Have or be prepared to obtain Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School;Maintain the currency of specialist expertise through a commitment to ongoing professional development;Working with Children Check clearance;Satisfactory National Police clearance;Have or be prepared to undertake Mandatory Reporting training; andHold appropriate Australian Work rights.Selection CriteriaTo be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:Experience working in a similar role, ideally within a school environment (is beneficial, but not necessary);Knowledge of working in a practical working environment area, using a broad range of materials;Have or be prepared to develop skills regarding Microsoft applications;Sound experience in the effective and safe use of a range of hand, power tools and machinery;Sound knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health principles in relation to manual handling and safe practices, with a commitment to applying them;Sound time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work; andDemonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team.Employment Conditions and Benefits:Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River. The employment terms and conditions are governed by the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Perth Non-Teaching Staff Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2014.Applications:If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please include the following in your written application:Covering letter addressing the selection criteria (2 A4 pages);Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae;Complete Employment Application Form;Complete the Child Safe Applicant Declaration form; andCopies of relevant qualifications and credentials.Applications Close: 1pm, Monday 6 February 2023Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children.  All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity EmployerChild Safe Applicant Declaration FormEmployment Application FormPosition Description

Design & Technologies Technician

Part Time (0.6 FTE)

Aquinas College is a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition servicing in excess of 1,300 local, country and international boys.  Aquinas College has a rich history within Western Australian education and a reputation of producing outstanding young men.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Design & Technologies Technician person who demonstrates previous experience in a similar role with a commitment to service excellence and professionalism. This role forms part of an inclusive, supportive and high performing team, within a values based environment, reporting to the Head of Learning Area - Technologies.

Position Purposes:

Support teaching staff in the day-to-day operation of the Design and Technology learning area. 

Successful Candidate Credentials

To be successful in this role you will have the following credentials:

  • Have or be prepared to obtain Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School;
  • Maintain the currency of specialist expertise through a commitment to ongoing professional development;
  • Working with Children Check clearance;
  • Satisfactory National Police clearance;
  • Have or be prepared to undertake Mandatory Reporting training; and
  • Hold appropriate Australian Work rights.

Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:

  • Experience working in a similar role, ideally within a school environment (is beneficial, but not necessary);
  • Knowledge of working in a practical working environment area, using a broad range of materials;
  • Have or be prepared to develop skills regarding Microsoft applications;
  • Sound experience in the effective and safe use of a range of hand, power tools and machinery;
  • Sound knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health principles in relation to manual handling and safe practices, with a commitment to applying them;
  • Sound time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work; and
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team.

Employment Conditions and Benefits:

Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River. The employment terms and conditions are governed by the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Perth Non-Teaching Staff Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2014.

Applications:

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please include the following in your written application:

  • Covering letter addressing the selection criteria (2 A4 pages);
  • Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae;
  • Complete Employment Application Form;
  • Complete the Child Safe Applicant Declaration form; and
  • Copies of relevant qualifications and credentials.

Applications Close: 1pm, Monday 6 February 2023

Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children.  All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.

Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer