POSITION DESCRIPTION

Westminster is an Early Learning to Year 12, coeducational day and boarding, Uniting Church school with a
proud history and an exciting future. We commit to helping all students and staff achieve more than they
thought possible through an adventurous education, which takes place anytime our students are challenged
in their learning and when staff explore new opportunities to improve their profession. Since opening in 1961,
Westminster’s vibrant sense of community has shaped our welcoming, down-to-earth character, enriched by
School values of being brave, humble, kind, authentic, resilient and curious.

Position name Design and Technology Assistant

Area of School Senior School

Employment Status
Part-time – 15 hours per week during school term times – days to
be worked are negotiable across the needs of classes

Employment Conditions
Level 4 - Westminster School Inc. Teaching Staff and School
Assistants Enterprise Agreement 2024

Key Relationships
This position reports to the Curriculum Leader: Art, Design and
Digital Technologies and works closely with faculty staff. Ultimately
responsible to the Principal via the Director of Business Operations.

Position Objective:
The Design and Technology Assistant provides assistance to Senior School Design and Technologies faculty
by maintaining equipment and materials, helping with faculty events, and performing general duties that
support the effective operation of Technologies and Design programs in our specialised Makerspace and
Fabrication Labs. The Design and Technology Assistant is employed on a part-time basis during term times.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Ensure availability of design and technology supplies required for faculty programs

Order, receive/collect and manage stock effectively in accordance with WHS requirements and

ensure resources are replenished as required.

Undertake Purchase Order requisitions for material and faculty expenses to meet curriculum

needs.

Prepare and Set up materials required for particular lessons and projects as per curriculum needs.

Run post-processing jobs (3D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling).

Update and maintain specialised Design and Technologies hardware and software licenses.

Maintain the order and tidiness of storage locations for supplies and student projects.

Ensure that supplies returned to storage areas and maintained in good order.

Undertake regular stocktake based on curriculum needs.

2. Provide assistance with projects, displays and events involving the Technologies Faculty

Prepare student displays in conjunction with staff as required.

Assist with events such as exhibitions, special faculty events and school productions to which the

Technologies Faculty contribute.

3. Perform general duties to support the requirements of Design and Technologies programs, including

Assist teachers and students to maintain the general tidiness of classrooms and workshops.

Ensure appropriate recording, storage and safety documentation for hazardous chemicals required

in the workshops.

Maintain resources, tools, equipment and inventory which support and enhance the curriculum and it is role

within the School environment in accordance with appropriate industry standards and operating procedures.

Ensure WHS practices are up-to-date and oversee workshop WHS compliance

Provide general support for Design and Technology teachers.

Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Prior experience performing similar functions.

Demonstrated capacity for self-direction in tasks.

Demonstrated ability to contribute to a range of tasks as a member of a broader team.

Familiarity with technology supplies and their application in Design and Technology programs.

Good working knowledge of MS Office, email, Adobe CC and CAD/CAM software and processes.

Sound administrative and organisational skills.

Knowledge and understanding of WHS requirements and the handling, use and storage of hazardous chemicals,

tools and plant pertaining to the Design and Technology.

Current Provide First Aid certificate.

Knowledge and understanding of basic concepts being taught in Design and Technology subject areas would be

highly regarded.

Current or recent involvement in Design and Technology e.g. as a technician, designer, supplier, teacher or

related industry experience is desirable.

Key Selection Criteria: Personal Qualities

Passion and enthusiasm for design and technology.

Good interpersonal skills which enable positive relationships to be built with staff and students.

A positive, enthusiastic team member with superior organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise work

Demonstrates initiative and takes responsibility for getting things done.

Ability to work a flexible schedule during school and holiday hours, as and if required.

Ability to work autonomously, using discretion and judgement in applying process.

Safety and Wellbeing
All staff must:

Take reasonable care of, and cooperate with actions taken to protect, the health and safety of both

themselves and others

Report all accidents, incidents and hazards to their supervisors as soon as is practicable

Read and abide by all WHS policies.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia

All staff must satisfy child protection screening and adhere to Westminster’s Child Safety and Wellbeing policy

which includes holding a current Working With Children Clearance.

A 6 month probationary period applies to all new employees.

Updated: March 2026