DELAMERE STATION
GOVERNESS
NT
The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specialising in grass-fed, grain-fed, and Wagyu beef production. Established back in 1824, we’ve been doing this a while – in fact, we’re Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. We’ve had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to. We’re dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we’d love you to join us.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remuneration:
Competitive remuneration & allowances
Start:
Immediate Start
Expires:
Applications close 5th Oct 2024
Job Description:
As the Governess your role will be responsible for providing educational support and supervision of children attending a Home School Program. Also, you will be required to undertake general station duties as further outlined within the key responsibilities.
Delamere Station is located in the Victoria River district, 170km south west of Katherine and 500km south of Darwin. Delamere is a breeding station, running predominantly Brahman cattle.
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Communicating and working with parents, and completing proof of learning scrapbooks for each child
Establishing a clear and confidential line of communication with the parents.
Delivering the provided content to a Prep student.
Keeping a neat and orderly school room.
Ensuring school work is posted or emailed back to the relevant teacher.
Occasional minding of both children including some late afternoon finishes and school holiday supervision.
Helping with the station Social Club including counting till daily and restacking fridges.
Occasional domestic duties including making up of guest rooms and gardening jobs as needed.
Occasional relief cooking for the station, this would be on weekends and during school holidays as needed.
Job Requirements:
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrated competency in all tasks reasonably required of a Governess
Mature and rational approach to problem-solving
Certificate of Education or equivalent (preferred) and at least 1+ years’ experience in a similar role
Current Drivers Licence
Working with Children Check (Blue Card, QLD or Orchid Card, NT)
Experience with caring for children
Computer literate
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
Resourceful approach with the ability to understand a child’s learning needs
Job Benefits:
Competitive remuneration & allowances
Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers
Ongoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providers
Internal transfer and career opportunities
This position can be physically demanding requiring individuals to work in a variety of weather and temperature environments. Due to this, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical questionnaire.
AACo is committed to the health and wellbeing of our employees, and as such prior to commencement employees may be required to receive vaccinations as required to undertake their role.
We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AAco . To apply for this position, please submit your application via the apply button below. If you have any questions or would like any further information, please contact us via recruitment@aaco.com.au.
Please note references will be checked.
Ref AACo | 20240905