Design and Technology Assistant

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026

Harrisdale Senior High School (SHS) is one of the largest and fastest growing secondary schools in Western Australia, with a student population of more than 2400 across Years 7 to 12, approximately 180 teaching staff, and 70 support staff. Now celebrating our 10th year, we continue to embody our commitment to “Excellence Everywhere”, rapidly establishing ourselves as one of the largest public secondary schools in Western Australia. We attract students from diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds and foster a dynamic learning environment built on high expectations, aspiration, and achievement.

Our vision for excellence in education underpins all aspects of our work. Harrisdale SHS is recognised for its outstanding academic performance, high-impact teaching strategies, and commitment to the intellectual, creative, social, and personal development of every student. This focus is strengthened by dedicated pastoral care, community engagement, and a culture that encourages leadership, innovation, civic responsibility, and the demonstration of our values of Care, Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence.

We offer a comprehensive and high-performing ATAR program, alongside high-quality General and Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways. Our holistic approach ensures that students are empowered to reach their potential and develop the confidence, skills, and aspirations needed to contribute positively to society.

Our specialist programs cater to diverse student needs and interests. In addition to our Gifted and Talented (GAT) program, we offer the Harrisdale Extension Academic Program (HEAP), specialised Music and Sports programs (including Cricket, Netball, and Volleyball), and a broad range of extracurricular clubs, sporting teams, and enrichment opportunities. These programs support excellence across academic, cultural, sporting, and community contexts at state, national, and international levels.

At Harrisdale SHS, we are proud of the strong, positive culture developed over our first decade. Teachers play a central role in shaping our learning community and ensuring our school values are upheld and reflected in all actions.

Find out more about our school by visiting harrisdaleshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Harrisdale SHS is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced, dedicated and hardworking Design and Technology Assistant to complement their existing staff.

As the successful applicant you would prepare the classroom and workshop to enable the classroom teacher to instruct students effectively. You would prepare specialised equipment and materials as well as provide operational advice for design and technology workshops, classes and demonstrations.

This role involves supporting the maintenance, evaluation and assessment of technical equipment, carrying out routine repairs and maintenance on design and technology equipment, and coordinating off-site repairs when required. The successful applicant would assist with the ordering of supplies and equipment, liaise with suppliers, negotiate prices and obtain quotes and ensure adequate supplies are maintained.

The successful applicant will ideally have a sound knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements pertaining to chemicals, tools and plant within the Design and Technology area. You should have good interpersonal skills to enable positive relationships with staff and students.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Danae Jolley, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9397 8000 or emailing Danae.Jolley@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Denae Jolley on 0476 675 280.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

Short listed applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1055603

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 21 July 2026.