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TAS Assistant

15/01/2025
29/01/2025
Permanent - Full Time
St Philip's Christian College Gosford
School Assistants

St Philip’s Christian College is a rapidly growing network of learning communities continuing its journey to deliver holistic Christian education that develops the whole child - emotionally, intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually. 

Our team thrives on fostering strong working relationships that continue to encourage innovative and effective change, benefiting both students and staff while staying true to the College’s core values:

  • Christ First – we want to honour Christ in all things.
  • Serve One Another – we want to appreciate the unique God-given potential of each person.
  • Strive For Excellence – we want to aim to do our very best all the time.
  • Do What Is Right – we want to always behave in a Christian manner.
  • Build Community – we want everyone to feel they belong.

For over four decades, we have been trusted leaders in education, pioneering new approaches and educational opportunities across the Newcastle, Hunter, and Central Coast regions. We invite you to join us as we continue to explore and create better ways to educate, grounded in Christian values for the whole of life.

Job Description

As the TAS Assistant, you will be responsible for:

  • Working autonomously and collaboratively with the TAS staff to support the smooth operation and delivery of curriculum in the TAS Department
  • Working collaboratively with TAS staff, and in accordance with current Work Health and Safety regulations, to ensure that classes and co-curricular activities are provided with the equipment they need and that TAS rooms
  • Assisting teachers and students in practical lessons when required
  • Overseeing the prepping of materials & produce, and maintenance of tools & equipment
  • Ensuring produce and materials are ordered, receipted and stored in a timely and efficient manner

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

General

  • Follow all policies, procedures and guidelines as outlined in the Staff Handbook
  • Attend TAS meetings and all Staff meetings as required
  • Attend professional learning events as required
  • Other duties and activities as required from time to time by the Principal

TAS Department Duties

  • Oversee the preparation of materials, produce and equipment for practical and demonstration lessons in consultation with TAS Teaching staff
  • Adhere to Food Safety Standards, correct storage of food, and Food Labelling Laws in the TAS Kitchens
  • Ensure the collation of food allergies/intolerance/dietary requirements of students and source substitutions/recipes to best cater for these needs
  • Work with staff to ensure the upkeep of the TAS rooms and equipment to ensure they are well organised, clean and safe
  • Store and maintain materials and chemicals in accordance with WHS and TAS department requirements
  • Obtain and keep up-to-date relevant Data Safety Records and the Hazardous Substance register
  • Obtain and keep up-to-date records of equipment supply and maintenance and undertake periodic stocktake of equipment and supplies
  • Report maintenance requirements to the Instructional Leader of TAS and/or using the correct resolution procedure
  • Assist with the development of routines to ensure that all kitchen surfaces are clean, cupboards are clean, tidy, stocked and labelled as required
  • As directed and in consultation with TAS staff, source, order, receipt and store supplies to maintain stock levels
  • Assist with the online sourcing and purchasing process for all TAS subjects and Hospitality (including Hospitality at Dynamic Learning).
  • Assist with the preparation of special events relating to the TAS department such as Subject Selection Evening
  • Oversee the maintenance of TAS personal protective equipment and laundering as required
  • Plan and implement appropriate systems in line with TAS Department requirements
  • Provision of practical support or assistance to students under the direction and supervision of teaching staff

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

  • A proven capacity to work effectively in a team and to actively support team members
  • A passion to promote the Christian vision and ethos of the school and broader organisation
  • A high level of interpersonal skills leading to constructive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents
  • The ability to demonstrate a living relationship with Jesus Christ
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively and professionally deal with people at all levels
  • Strong problem solving, time management, attention to detail and multitasking skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and to be proactive

Desired Skills and Experience

    • NSW Food Safety Certificate
    • First Aid Certification

WE’LL PARTNER WITH YOU ALONG THE WAY

As a member of the St Philip’s team, we are committed to advancing your God-given purpose and potential by supporting your personal and professional growth, while approaching the changing needs of the future with confidence and ingenuity.

No job description can capture the complexity of running a school. Therefore, this job will include such other duties as may b required by the Principal and Head of Senior School. Job descriptions will need to be reviewed from time-to-time in order to ensure they remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.

We will partner with you to support your performance and ongoing development to ensure you are fully prepared for future challenges as this position and our organisation adapts and grows. This is a Full-Time permanent position (Monday to Friday 8.15am - 4.15pm). This is a term time only position on School Assistant Level 2.

Applications close 9am Tuesday 28 January 2025 unless a suitable candidate is found prior.

Note: All SPCC employees are responsible for ensuring the workplace is free from sexual harassment and must not engage in any behaviour that could amount to sexual harassment. They are also committed to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards and strictly complies with work health safety standards.

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