Gardener - Handyperson

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS885026

This is a six (6) month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency.

Byford Secondary College (SC) is seeking a highly motivated and hardworking Gardener – Handyperson.

About the position

As the Gardener – Handyperson you will maintain school grounds, including turf areas, garden beds, shrubs and trees, in a clean and tidy condition, providing students and staff with a safe external learning environment. You will also maintain a suitable growing environment for the soft landscape, including gardens, lawns and broader turf management. The successful applicant will perform minor repairs and maintenance according to the Department’s policies and guidelines.

About the school

Byford SC is an Independent Public School located on Abernethy Road in Byford approximately 30 kilometres from the Perth CBD, with approximately 1400 students from Years 7 to Year 12. Education programs are delivered in specially equipped Technologies workshops, Science laboratories, professional Arts facilities and other purpose-built learning areas across the campus.

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):

• good communication skills.
• ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
• ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.
• ability in the practical application and safe use of hand tools

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

Further information about Byford Secondary College can be found by visiting www.byfordsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

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For job related information

Please contact Beth Kempton, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9526 77***or emailing ************@education.wa.edu.au

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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;

1. A two (2) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school:

• good communication skills.
• ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
• ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.
• ability in the practical application and safe use of hand tools

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

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 four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4:30pm (WST) on Monday, 15 April 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.

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