<p><strong>Who are we?</strong><strong><br /> </strong>Our Lady of Mercy College (OLMC), Parramatta is a leading Catholic independent school for girls established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889. The College is located within a dynamic educational precinct in North Parramatta.<br /> <br /> <strong><br /> </strong><strong>The opportunity</strong><br /> The College is seeking a TAS Assistant with experience in a timber workshop environment, including machine start-ups and hand tools. The successful applicant will monitor aspects of WHS to ensure a safe working environment, be responsible for the ordering and storage of all TAS resources and provide preparation and support for lessons where equipment and materials are required. This role is a term-time only position. Full time and part time applicants are welcome to apply. The hours of work can be negotiated, with an expectation that you will be available for the core teaching hours of the day.<br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>What we are looking for?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Previous experience in a similar role.</li> <li>Experience in a timber workshop environment. Familiar with start-ups and hand tools.</li> <li>Experience with textiles and sewing machines and/or experience with technology such as laser cutters and 3D printers would also be desirable.</li> <li>Creative, solutions-focused and organised.</li> <li>Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team.</li> <li>Flexible, adaptive, and willing to assist.</li> <li>Thorough understanding of WHS and risk management principles.</li> <li>Have or are willing to acquire a First Aid Certificate.</li> <li>Have a Working with Children Check number</li> </ul> <p><br /> <strong>What work at OLMC?</strong></p> <ul> <li>The College pays for staff parking in Parramatta Leagues Club (one block away).</li> <li>You will be a member of a professional and dynamic TAS department and educational team.</li> <li>You are in walking distance of coffee, food and retail shops.</li> <li>Morning tea is provided every day, with regular whole-staff events.</li> </ul> <p><strong><br /> </strong> <strong>Important information</strong></p> <ul> <li>Applications should be addressed to Ms Lucie Farrugia, Principal.</li> <li>Rigorous pre-employment screening will be conducted for preferred candidates including: WWCC and reference checks.</li> <li>Interviews may proceed as applications are submitted, and the College reserves the right to appoint an applicant to the role prior to the closing date.</li> <li>Applications close 9am on Monday 3 July 2024.</li> </ul> <p><br /> <br /> <em>OLMC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and well-being of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.</em><br /> <br /> <strong><br /> </strong></p>