<p><i>St Dominic’s College, Kingswood is a Catholic school in the Blessed Edmund Rice tradition conducted by Edmund Rice Education Australia. Founded by the Christian Brothers in 1959, the College has a current enrolment of 1000 boys. The mission of St Dominic's College is to create a caring environment where excellence in Education is evident within the Catholic tradition and the Spirit of Edmund Rice.</i>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled and motivated Technical Support Assistant that will join our TAS, Visual Arts &amp; Maintenance teams. This full-time, ongoing position will support the Technological and Applied Studies (TAS), Visual Arts, and Maintenance areas of the College.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Technical Support Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the TAS, Visual Arts and Maintenance departments. The successful applicant will work closely with the TAS Coordinator, Visual Arts Coordinator and Maintenance Manager to ensure that workshops, equipment, and materials are maintained to the highest standards. This hands-on role requires a strong understanding of workshop tools, safety protocols, and a proactive approach to managing resources and supporting practical learning environments.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key responsibilities&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Maintain, service, and safely operate a wide range of tools, machinery, and workshop equipment.&nbsp;</li> <li>Work collaboratively with teachers regarding teaching materials and equipment required for classroom and practical lessons.</li> <li>Conduct and record regular machine safety checks using OnGuard.&nbsp;</li> <li>Assist with the organisation, stocktake, and procurement of consumables, materials, and chemicals.&nbsp;</li> <li>Support Visual Arts and Maintenance departments with relevant practical tasks as required.&nbsp;</li> <li>Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workshop environment in accordance with WHS requirements.&nbsp;</li> <li>Liaise with teachers to coordinate material needs and provide classroom support as required.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Undertake daily and weekly workshop routines, including cleaning, restocking, and small repairs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Accept and check deliveries, ensure appropriate tool storage, and replace missing equipment.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated experience with hand tools, power tools, and machinery relevant to a TAS environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Sound knowledge of WHS practices, particularly within workshop and chemical storage contexts.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Good organisational and administrative skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively with staff.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Self-motivated, reliable, and attentive to detail.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time efficiently in a busy school environment.&nbsp;</li> <li>Commitment to the Catholic ethos of the College and a professional approach to workplace duties. &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Highly Desirable Criteria:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Trade or technical background in a relevant field (e.g. woodworking, metalwork, construction, etc.).&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience in a school or educational setting is advantageous.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Familiarity with OnGuard or similar safety management systems. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with strong organisational skills.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p> <strong>Staff Benefits</strong>: &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Counselling Service. &nbsp;</li> <li>Annual influenza vaccinations provided by the College. &nbsp;</li> <li>Catered weekly morning teas. &nbsp;</li> <li>Catered staff development and networking days. &nbsp;</li> <li>Free street parking. &nbsp;</li> <li>Free use of College gym. &nbsp;</li> <li>College provided laptops.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Support Staff at St Dominic’s College are employed under the <strong>NSW Catholic Independent Schools (Support Staff – Model B) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2023</strong>. The Technical Support Assistant will be classified at a Level 4a to 4c (unaveraged), the successful candidate will be expected to work 48 weeks per year.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants are encouraged to visit the College website <a href="http://www.stdominics.nsw.edu.au/" rel="nofollow"><u>www.stdominics.nsw.edu.au</u></a> for further information about the College. For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Manager, Melissa Gorham, via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au?subject=Technical%20Support%20Assistant%20-%20TAS%2C%20Visual%20Arts%20%26%20Maintenance%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=Technical%20Support%20Assistant%20-%20TAS%2C%20Visual%20Arts%20%26%20Maintenance%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><u></u></a><u><a href="mailto:hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au?subject=Technical%20Support%20Assistant%20-%20TAS%2C%20Visual%20Arts%20%26%20Maintenance%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au</a></u> &nbsp;</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p>Applications should be submitted to the Acting College Principal, Mr A Rafferty, via email to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au?subject=Technical%20Support%20Assistant%20-%20TAS%2C%20Visual%20Arts%20%26%20Maintenance%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=Technical%20Support%20Assistant%20-%20TAS%2C%20Visual%20Arts%20%26%20Maintenance%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><u></u></a><u><a href="mailto:hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au?subject=Technical%20Support%20Assistant%20-%20TAS%2C%20Visual%20Arts%20%26%20Maintenance%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au</a></u> by 9am Monday 19th May 2025.&nbsp;</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Application requirements:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>A covering letter addressing the highly desirable and essential criteria (2 page maximum).&nbsp;</li> <li>NSW Working With Children Clearance number and date of birth.&nbsp;</li> <li>Current curriculum vitae, detailing professional qualifications.&nbsp;</li> <li>Name and contact details for three (3) referees, including your current employer (where applicable).&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Please note, due to the nature of this position, shortlisting and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. </strong>&nbsp;</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> </p> <p><i>At St Dominic's College we are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices create a safe and supportive environment for all students. To this end in addition to our general Recruitment and Selection Procedures, we have established Child Safeguarding policies and procedures for recruiting School Board members, Staff, including members of the Executive Team, Direct Contact and Regular Volunteers and Regular Contractors, and for assessing their suitability to work with children.</i>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>We recognise that children and young people are to be valued and respected and we expect all employees, volunteers and contractors to demonstrate an ongoing and proactive commitment to the safety and wellbeing of all persons with a specific focus on the safeguarding of children. Moreover, it is the expectation of St Dominic's College that the successful applicant has an understating of children and young people’s diverse needs and unique experience and that all interactions with children and young people foster and demonstrate a commitment to a child safe culture.</i>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.</i>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>