Home Economic Assistant

This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.88 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

Katanning Senior High School is a unique and distinctive secondary school located in the heart of the Great Southern region of Western Australia, only 2.5 hours from Perth. Our students engage in a challenging and comprehensive educational program within a caring and nurturing environment. We are proud to foster a culture that values Respect, Achievement, Perseverance, and Tolerance.

We are currently undertaking a comprehensive school improvement program which includes significant investment in:

• Developing a reflective practice culture
• Embedding data-driven decision making
• Implementing high-impact teaching strategies

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

The Role

The Home Economics Assistant supports the Department of Education’s main objective of teaching and learning of students, by assisting the teacher and providing classroom level support to enable the delivery of high quality, student-focused learning programs. This is a dynamic and hands-on role ideal for someone with a strong interest in home economics, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to student wellbeing and success.

The successful applicant will assist the teacher in the delivery of planned education programs and assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment by maintaining equipment, materials and resources for use in classes, displays and demonstrations. They should assist the teacher with clean and safe storage of items after classes and activities; and assist with the general care and well-being of students. The ideal applicant should be able to work effectively in a team environment and should therefore be able to demonstrate initiative and organisational skills to achieve this consistently.

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 Renae Garrity, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9891 1100 or emailing renae.garrity@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Renae Garrity on 0428 937 131.

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 of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with students, parents and teaching professionals.
  2. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team.
  3. Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs to students.
  4. Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and wellbeing of students.

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/SS1020692

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 Friday, 30 January 2026

Attachments

• Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
• applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
• PUBLISHED JDF - Generic - Home Economic Assistant - Schools - L1 - Apr 2025.PDF