Preparing your application

This information will help you prepare your application so please read it carefully along with the details supplied in the advertisement and job description.

The Application

The purpose of submitting an application for any position is to demonstrate your ability to meet the essential requirements of the job.

The advertisement and job description will describe the key purpose of the position and the skills required to effectively perform in that role. 

Your application should consist of:

1.A covering letter clearly addressing how you meet each of the selection criteria. Four to eight lines per criterion is usually sufficient.
 
2.A resume outlining your work experience, a summary of educational background and any professional development, and your daytime telephone number. You may supply the names of referees who are able to comment on your work performance at the time of application, or, if you are successful in gaining an interview, you will be asked to supply these names at that time.

Further Information

For further information contact Human Resources on (02) 9211 6767.

Lodgement of Application

All applications should be lodged via email to hr@goodbeginnings.org.au.

Assessment of Applications

After the closing date, all applications will be passed to the selection committee and a shortlist of applicants for interview will be agreed.  The shortlist is based on written application only and will include the candidates who meet the selection requirements at the highest level.

Interviews

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by telephone and interview times agreed. Pre-interview screening may be undertaken.

Selection

All shortlisted applicants will be asked a similar set of questions based on the selection criteria. Selection of the successful applicant is based on the written application, responses to questions at interview and referee reports. The successful applicant will then be offered the position and a commencing remuneration rate will be negotiated, subject to provision of original documents and a satisfactory police check. 

Checklist

1. Read the Job Description.
2. Assess your skills against the selection criteria. 
3. Include a covering letter outlining how you meet each of the selection criteria as listed in the advertisement and job description.
4. Attached a current copy of your resume with your daytime telephone number(s).