Design and Technology Assistant

This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing as soon as possible.

At Cannington Community College, our purpose is to empower students to contribute positively to society and to shape their futures using knowledge and skills developed in partnership with families and the wider community. Cannington Community College's PBS values are at the heart of all we do. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment that allows our students to be Considerate, Aspiring, Responsible and Engaged.

Find out more about our school by visiting Cannington Community College or Schools Online.

The Role

In this role you will support the delivery of Design and Technology programs by preparing classrooms and workshops, and associated learning spaces, ensuring equipment, materials, and learning spaces are ready for effective teaching. Working closely with teachers, you’ll assist during lessons and demonstrations, and design and construct teaching aids that align with curriculum requirements.

The role includes maintaining, assessing, and repairing technical equipment, as well as coordinating external servicing when needed. You’ll assist with ordering supplies, liaising with suppliers, and managing stock, including supporting stocktake activities to ensure resources are well maintained.

A strong focus on safety would be highly regarded, including providing advice on the safe use, storage, and disposal of equipment and materials, and maintaining accurate documentation in line with work health and safety requirements.

Within our local context, the successful applicant may also provide operational support in shared specialist learning environments within the Arts and Technologies learning area where appropriate.

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 Marie Molloy, Program Coordinator, Arts & Technologies on (08) 9351 24***or emailing ************@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ***************@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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; and
• A one (1) page statement addressing selection criteria 5 as outlined in the attached JDF
  • 5. Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and ability to work independently.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining 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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1060307

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, 18 August 2026