Education Support Assistant

• Exciting casual opportunity to provide vital support during the upcoming Exam Period

• Casual role from June 11th, 2024 – July 15th, 2024 (5 weeks in total)

• HEO 4 Step 1 $52.80 per hour

About the opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team to provide vital support during the upcoming exam period. This casual role will be for 5 weeks in total from June 11th, 2024 – July 15th, 2024. The first 4 weeks will be full time hours (9-5pm) and the 5th week will be 4 hours per day.

During the first week of the role, your key responsibilities will involve the meticulous organisation of examination materials. This includes the careful sorting, counting, and distribution of incoming papers to our dedicated team and markers. Following this preparatory phase, you will transition into a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of examination data. Your primary task will involve the precise entry of examination marks into Excel spreadsheets, coupled with thorough double-checking procedures to guarantee data integrity. As an Education Support Assistant, your unwavering focus will be on providing invaluable assistance throughout the examination period, contributing to the seamless execution of our assessment processes.

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance in recruiting talent aligned to these values in the pursuit of research excellence.

Your key responsibilities will be

• perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently, ensuring high levels of data integrity and compliance with university standards

• utilise Excel and other relevant software to organize examination data effectively

• maintain a high level of focus and attention to detail

You will have

• strong data entry skills with a demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail

• proficiency in Microsoft Excel in particular

• demonstrated ability to work well both independently and work collaboratively within a team

• strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment

• previous experience in data entry or administrative support roles is desirable but not required

 To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Mari Lewis, Recruitment Consultant Recruitment Operations, by email to [email protected]  

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Applications Close

Thursday 09 May 2024 11:59 PM