School News

Parent Teacher Interviews

All bookings can be made through the Sentral Parent Portal. If you do not have a

 login or are experiencing problems please contact the Office on 

6337 1205 or via email: Eglinton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Interview bookings or amendments after 23rd June, can be made by

 calling the Office on 6337 1205

Term 2 Attendance Reward and Recognition

It’s nearly the end of term so it’s time to recognise those students whose attendance is tracking at 95% or above (for the whole year). This equates to 5 days absence up to the end of Term 2. 

We will collect the numbers at the end of Term 2 and have our Pizza parties in Week 1 of Term 3.

Class Attendance Awards will be counted on Monday and the classes with the most awards will be getting iced cupcakes from the canteen.

Thank you to everyone for supporting our goal of improving the attendance rates for our students.

Position Vacant

General Assistant – Part Time

Expression of Interest – to January 2024 with possibility of extension

Eglinton Public School is looking for a keen General Assistant to join our school.  The General Assistant performs a range of tasks relating to the routine maintenance and upkeep of the grounds. 

In accordance with the Department of Education role description, the position of General Assistant can include (but is not limited to) the following: 

• Organising rooms, furniture, audio visual aids, lockers and other items/equipment for school activities as required; dismantle and store items when not in use (with assistance where required). (NB. the role is not responsible for operating audio-visual equipment) 

• Identify and report maintenance / safety issues to the role supervisor; undertake minor maintenance of buildings and equipment not covered by contracts or requiring a qualified tradesperson 

• Maintaining and caring for school grounds, including mowing school lawns and playing fields; marking of school playing fields; preparation of ground for planting trees and shrubs and planting and watering of same; pruning shrubs, trimming hedges, light lopping and trimming of trees. Safely and proficiently operate mowers, tools and equipment; store and maintain mowers, tools and equipment in accordance with WHS standards.

 • Unpack, store and/or distribute supplies in accordance with school procedures and safe work standards (e.g. chemical storage and handling); assist with school stock takes as required

• Other related duties of the role, within the capabilities of the General Assistant, as directed by the Principal. 

If you are interested in this position at Eglinton Public School, please submit to the school either personally or via email (eglinton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au) the following by close of business 29 June 2023: 

• Your current resume which includes the names and contact details of two referees 

• A cover letter of no more than one page, which clearly details how your capabilities, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role. 

If your application is successful, you will be required to provide your proof of identity information and complete a CRIMTRAC declaration.  As this is child-related position, you will also be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number as a condition of employment.   For more information, visit https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/ 

Successful applicants will also be required to complete the Department of Education mandatory training. Position is temporary part time 1 day per week until January 2024.  Salary from $30.07 per hour. 

Any queries relating to this can be directed to the School Administration Manager- Cathy Zammitt on 6337 1205 or via the school email, Eglinton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au.  Further information regarding the school can be found at https://eglinton-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/

Voluntary School Contributions

Voluntary School Contributions can now be paid for the 2023 school year. The voluntary contribution is $50 for the first child, $30 for the second and $30 for the third. 

This payment can be made by cash or online through the school website. Payment of this fee will go directly to supporting your child in their classroom in 2023 with the purchase of resources.

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