The Team
Sassafras Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive K-6 school committed to helping every student reach their full potential in a safe and engaging environment. The school delivers inquiry-based, student-centred learning and is dedicated to high-quality instruction through collaboration and evidence-based practices. Students benefit from diverse learning opportunities, including 1:1 device access, specialist programs in Health, Physical Education and The Arts, and strong community partnerships developed through the LIFT initiative. The school values innovation, wellbeing, and meaningful learning experiences that support students' academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
About the Role
The Education Facility Attendant (EFA) is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming school environment through a range of cleaning, groundskeeping, kitchen support, and minor maintenance duties. The role supports the effective day-to-day operation of the school by ensuring facilities, equipment, and outdoor areas are well maintained and presented to a high standard.
The successful applicant will demonstrate reliability, initiative, and teamwork, while adhering to workplace health and safety requirements and departmental policies. A strong commitment to child safety, wellbeing, and the Department’s values is essential, along with the ability to work independently and contribute positively to the school community.
*The available position is primarily focused on Cleaning responsibilities.
We are offering
- Ongoing - Commence on 21 January 2027
- Part-time
- 34.40 hours per fortnight
- We are a child-safe organisation
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Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.
We are looking for
Essential
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.
Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online
Statement Of Duties (PDF)
Statement Of Duties (DOCX)
How to apply
Applications should include:
- a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
- a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
- The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.
More information
For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).
Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au.
Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.
Name: Linda Robertson
Title: School Business Manager - Sassafras Primary School
Phone: 04 6795 1871
Email: linda.robertson@decyp.tas.gov.au
About DECYP
Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.
The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.
Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.
We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.
