TAS Assistant

TAS Assistant – Food Technology & Textiles
Part-Time | Term Time Only | Permanent | Commencing ASAP
18 hours per week (to be worked flexibly based on class requirements)

Join one of Australia's leading independent girls' schools and help create engaging, hands-on learning experiences for students in Food Technology and Textiles.

At MLC School, we are committed to educating and inspiring young women to be fearless thinkers with moral courage and compassion. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive TAS Assistant – Food Technology & Textiles to support our vibrant TAS Department in the Senior School.

About the Role

This is a hands-on support role that provides exceptional service to teachers and students by ensuring Food Technology and Textiles practical lessons are prepared, resourced, and ready for learning. The successful candidate will assist with stock management, ordering, purchasing, equipment maintenance, food preparation support, and the day-to-day organisation of TAS learning spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, order and maintain food ingredients, textiles materials, equipment and resources.
• Prepare practical learning spaces and ensure lessons are appropriately resourced.
• Manage stock levels, receive deliveries and maintain accurate records.
• Support food handling and storage processes in line with school procedures.
• Maintain clean, safe and organised kitchens, preparation rooms and textiles areas.
• Coordinate routine servicing and report faulty equipment. 
• Support teachers and students to ensure practical classes run efficiently and effectively.

About You

You will be a practical, organised and customer-focused individual who enjoys working in a collaborative school environment.

To be successful in this role, you will bring: 

• Experience in food handling, kitchens or a related environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Certificate in Food Handling and Safety or relevant kitchen experience.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Experience with textiles resources and equipment, including sewing machines and overlockers.
• Current First Aid qualifications.

• An ability to use a range of software applications to complete set tasks

Why Join MLC School?

MLC School offers a supportive and values-driven environment where staff are encouraged to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful contribution to the life of the School. You will join a dedicated team that is committed to excellence in education and employee experience.

We offer: 

•  A supportive and professional working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the life of a leading independent school.
• Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• State-of-the-art facilities and contemporary workspaces.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
• Salary packaging benefits and access to Long Service Leave after 5 years.
• Convenient onsite parking and easy access to public transport.
• Access to the School’s gymnasium and indoor Aquatic Centre, and access to Fitness Passport

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the MLC School Careers Portal and include:

• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.
• A current resume, including the contact details of three professional referees

Applications close: 30 August 2026

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only and MLC School reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.

We do not welcome interest from recruitment agencies at this time.