About Us

Children’s Ground is working to create an environment where families realise their aspirations for the next generation of children to be free from trauma and suffering, enjoy equity and safety, be able to grow into adulthood happy and healthy, and have agency over their social, cultural, political and economic life.  To learn more about Children’s Ground and the work we do, visit our website:  https://childrensground.org.au

Our approach recognises the cultural, social, and economic strength of our communities. We build on this over a generation to ensure a future for our children and grandchildren that gives them freedom, opportunity and rights to their culture and identity.

In the Top End of the NT, we work in the communities of Minmarama/Kulaluk, Knuckey’s Lagoon, 15 Mile and Marlkawo.

About the Job

We are seeking a reliable and thorough Office Assistant to help maintain a clean, hygienic, and organised workspace. This role involves general office cleaning, deep cleaning kitchen and food storage areas to hygiene and safety standards, waste management, and stock monitoring.

This is a part time role (12 hours per week, across 3 x 3 hour (not on Monday) + 1 x 4 hour on Friday or over the weekend shifts). This role may be completed outside regular office hours.

This role is integral to the smooth running of the Top End operation and administration and includes tasks related to:

• General office cleaning, including floors, bathrooms, surfaces, and communal areas.
• Laundry duties, including washing, hanging, and storing cleaning items as needed.
• Deep cleaning fridges, benches, and kitchen areas to meet food safety and hygiene standards.
• Managing waste disposal, including putting out bins.
• Restocking essential items such as toilet paper, paper towels, and cleaning supplies.
• Conducting regular stocktakes, monitoring office and kitchen supplies, and notifying relevant item of shortages.
• Supporting basic office upkeep as required.
• Reporting any workplace health and safety concerns.

About You

You are a First Nations person who is self-motivated and able to work independently. You are well organised and able to manage time and tasks effectively. You are satisfied when you can bring your keen sense of detail to any task.

 Essential selection criteria

1. Well-organised with strong time management skills.
2. Good attention to detail and thorough in completing tasks.
3. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
4. Willingness to undergo a National Police Check and obtain an NT OCHRE Card (Working with Children Check).
5. Own transport to and from the office (must be capable of transporting necessary cleaning supplies if required).

How to Apply

We invite you to walk with us.

Please apply via SEEK where you will be asked to upload your resume and a cover letter sharing why you think you are the best person for the role.

Applications will remain open until the position has been filled.

In line with our workforce development strategy, Children’s Ground strongly encourages and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.