Learning and Engagement Assistant – WAM

Vacancy Details
Closing Date
01/12/2025 4:00 pm
Institution
Western Australian Museum
Salary
Level 2, $76,912 – $82,464 p.a. pro rata (25% casual loading) Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024
Employment status
Casual
Location
Perth, WA
Contact name
Melinda Townsend, Learning and Engagement Supervisor, 0421 747 411
Contact email

We are seeking to establish a pool of casual Learning and Engagement Assistants to fill vacancies that arise within the next 12 months.

About us

The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone. It preserves, documents and shares collections relating to the State’s natural and cultural heritage. It collaborates with people across Western Australia to share the stories and voices of diverse communities. It works alongside national and international organisations, contributing to global research, promoting life-long learning, and developing and hosting world-class exhibitions.

About the role

The Learning and Engagement Assistant’s role is to support the development and evaluation of high-quality public and education programs, experiences and resources relating to the WA Museum Boola Bardip. The Learning and Engagement Assistants assist in the facilitation of visitor experiences which enhance the Museum visit with a focus on preparation and delivery, as well as supporting other Museum staff and volunteers for the delivery of these experiences where necessary.  

About you

We’re seeking enthusiastic, engaging and organised individuals with education and facilitation experience.

You will need to have availability to deliver public programs during evenings, weekends, and school holidays starting from January 2026.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

  • Learn, follow, and deliver public and educational and public programs as directed.
  • Facilitate public programming events for a variety of audiences including families and young children in an engaging manner. This will include the set-up, delivery and pack down of event spaces and equipment within the Museum.

 

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information.