Gardener - Handyperson

Advertised Vacancy Number:IPS/SS886846

This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024

Cervantes Primary School is seeking a gardener/handyperson who is enthusiastic, self-motivated and enjoys gardening and working in the outdoors.

The position is 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week) and requires a person who can work independently attending to gardening and handyman tasks in a school environment. Tasks include maintaining garden beds and lawn areas, upkeep of the oval and reticulation system and completing minor maintenance jobs as they arise in a safe and efficient manner.

Cervantes Primary is a small and friendly school which values being responsible, showing respect and building relationships to reach the ‘Pinnacle of Learning and Growing Together’. We are an Independent Public School who takes pride in offering a safe and welcoming learning environment. Cervantes is located approximately 170 km North of Joondalup along the Indian Ocean Drive. The school is an important part of the community and is well supported by parents and community members.

The successful applicant would be joining a dedicated team of teaching and non-teaching staff and they would need to be willing to contribute and work as part of this team. They need to be prepared to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• Sound communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management.
• Experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials and chemicals.

Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

For further information about Cervantes Primary School please visit www.cervantesprimary.com.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

For further job related information

You are encouraged to contact Stella MacKay, Manager Corporate Services, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Cervantes, by telephoning (08) 9688 50***or emailing **************@education.wa.edu.au   

Application Instructions

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!

Your application should include:

1. A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager and;
2. A two (2) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
3. A completed application form. The application form can be found in the attachments at the bottom of this advertisement. Please only complete the application form if you are not submitting your application online.

To submit your application:

• Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your CV and any other supporting documents.

• Email your completed application form and documents to **************@education.wa.edu.au before the closing date and time

• Hand-deliver your completed application form and documents to the school reception 26 Iberia Street Cervantes before the closing date and time.

Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

If you are having trouble submitting your online application, please contact the Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41***for assistance.

Eligibility and Training requirements  

Employees will be required to:

• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment.
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
• Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter.
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
• Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

The Department applies a ten (10) day breach period to this selection process. (other than online option)

Applications must be submitted before 4:00pm (WST) on Friday, 3 May 2024

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME. 

APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

• JDF
• Generic
• Gardener Handyperson
• Schools
• L2
• Jan 2020.pdf

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