Department for Education
Job reference: 846003
Location: 0872 - AMATA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Amata Anangu School is a small remote school located on Anangu country in the north-west corner of South Australia, surrounded by the Musgrave Ranges and approximately 2 hours from Uluru. Our school thrives with teachers and Anangu Educators working side by side to deliver bilingual and culturally responsive learning programs. Staff work closely together to deliver contextualised learning experiences that are strongly connected to community, culture and student engagement.

The Kitchen Officer plays an important role in supporting student health, wellbeing and engagement through the preparation and coordination of nutritious daily meals and food programs. This role works closely with school staff, Anangu educators, community members and external providers to ensure safe food handling practices and the smooth operation of the school kitchen while contributing positively to the broader life of the school through large scale community events, supporting excursions and bush trips and assisting with programs that enhance student engagement and wellbeing.

In addition to the salary, the following financial incentives may apply:
- Locality Allowance $10,000 pa (approx)
- Fully Subsidised Accommodation including all utilities (accommodation may be shared)
- Payment of Removal and relocation costs
- Travel and accommodation costs for medical and dental treatment

To ensure employer compliance of duty of care responsibilities given the unique environment of the APY Lands, a wellness check will be conducted for any applicant nominated for this position and prior to any offer of employment.

Please note the salary amount may differ from that advertised. Salary is dependent upon your current employment status with the Department for Education, tenure and hours per week. The salary stated is based on an employee working 52 weeks per annum, full time equivalent. The successful applicant will be employed under the appropriate mode of employment.

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

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Applications close: 08/06/2026 11:00 PM

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.