Education Guide

Location
Sydney NSW
 
Full job description
Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.


Multiple casual opportunities available
Located at The Rocks and iconic Darling Harbour
Hourly rate from $55.49 + super



The role
Are you passionate about bringing history and culture to life for young minds? As an Education Guide, you’ll deliver engaging, curriculum-linked programs and tours for primary and secondary students in our precincts including The Rocks and Darling Harbour. You’ll help create memorable learning experiences that connect students with Sydney’s rich heritage through interactive storytelling and hands-on activities.

This role also includes front-of-house responsibilities, providing warm and informative customer service to visitors. You’ll be part of a team that values enthusiasm, adaptability, and a genuine love for sharing knowledge in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

You must be available to work weekends and public holidays when required. A minimum 3-day (including Saturday and Sunday) availability per week is required.

For more information read the full Role Description: Education Guide

What you will bring to the role

Experience in education or program delivery for primary and/or secondary students
Ability to deliver engaging, interactive learning experiences linked to curriculum outcomes
Strong communication and customer service skills
Physical fitness to manage standing, bending, and active presentation styles
Self-management and punctuality, with flexibility to adapt to changing needs of schools and groups
Enthusiasm for Sydney’s history and current events
Basic computer skills including Teams and Microsoft suite
Confidence in basic administrative tasks and processing online bookings

Essential requirements

A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) is an essential requirement for this role. The role has been identified as requiring this check in line with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.

About us
Placemaking NSW is responsible for managing and caring for some of Sydney’s most iconic harbourside venues and locations, including The Rocks, Barangaroo, Darling Harbour and White Bay Power Station. We also lead the planning and delivery of the Bays West Urban Renewal Precinct, a state significant project that will bring new homes, jobs, and public spaces to 77 hectares of government-owned land just 2 kilometres from Sydney's CBD.

Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 6th August 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Natalie Gedeon on 0433 450 033 or natalie.gedeon@property.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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