Assistant Programs Officer

Assistant Programs Officer

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing – Full time employment
• Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available
• Salary ranges $99,938 – $110,271 plus superannuation

About the role

The Assistant Programs Officer is responsible for performing a variety of administrative, project and program tasks to support the effective delivery of workforce initiatives and programs.

Your responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a range of projects and initiatives to ensure timely achievement of program and policy objectives.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing local programs, improving participant experiences and outcomes for the early childhood education and care sector.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to streamline administration and enhance service delivery.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you –

As the Assistant Programs Officer you will be able to demonstrate

• Ability to provide a range of administrative and support services to support effective program delivery and projects
• Identify and recommend process improvements that reduce administrative workload and enhance participant and stakeholder experience
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the successful delivery of a range of projects and initiatives that achieve program and policy objectives
• Accurately assess forms and payment requests by verifying and analysing supporting documentation in line with established program guidelines
• Prepare clear and well-structured draft correspondence, briefing notes, reports, and meeting minutes to support effective program delivery.
• Apply strong technology skills to manage systems, data, and digital tools effectively.
• Think analytically, solve problems, and develop practical, solutions-focused approaches.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in writing, producing concise and accurate documentation.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• An understanding of early childhood education and care (ECEC) or schooling settings, as well as the practices of higher education providers and national ECEC qualifications, is preferred.
• A current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for paid employment.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. 

Closing date  30th November 2025 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Desiree Smith at desiree.smith9@det.nsw.edu.au and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Kirsty Anic at kirsty.anic@det.nsw.edu.au

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (youbelong@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.