Gardener - Handyperson

Gardener - Handyperson Branch: South Thornlie Primary School Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Salary: Level 2, $1,219.80 - $1,237.60 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2025) Work Type: Permanent - Part Time FTE: 0.6 Location: Thornlie Closing Date: 2025-10-24 4:30 PM Attachments: Applicant Resource - Applying for Cleaner, Gardener or Domestic Position Mar2020.pdf applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf published jdf generic gardener handyperson schools l2 jan 2020.pdf This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2025 South Thornlie Primary School (PS) was first opened in 1976 and has since grown into a vibrant and diverse school with strong community links. South Thornlie PS became an Independent Public School in Term 3 2020. We currently have a campus of five teaching blocks accommodating Kindy, Pre Primary, Junior, Middle and Senior classes. Our grounds are well maintained with three large play areas including playgrounds and a sporting oval. There are two enclosed assembly areas, STEAM room, Science and Music rooms, Library and a Computer lab. Our school runs a local dental health program and has a Dental Clinic and Out of School Hours Club located within the school grounds. Find out more about our school by visiting www.souththornlieps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online The Role As the Gardener - Handyperson, you should work to provide gardening, grounds and facility management to ensure a safe and clean school environment. You should maintain and present the school grounds and gardens in an attractive, clean and tidy condition, and provide a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. The successful applicant would perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Gardener - Handyperson duties in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines. The successful applicant should display effective communication skills, be able to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff and external stakeholders and ideally be able to work unsupervised, with the ability to identify and recognise work that is required to be completed. You should also be well organised, have attention to detail, a positive outlook and be a team player. Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lisa Harbron, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9232 36or emailing education.wa.edu.au Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details. Eligibility To work with us, you will need to: obtain a valid Working With Children Check. consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Application Instructions Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply! Step 1: Prepare your application. Your application should include the following: CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position. Tell us in one (1) page how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria: Demonstrated sound communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management. Demonstrated experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials and chemicals. Step 2: Submit your application. Apply Online: Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application. Have your documents ready to attach. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS993213 Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 24 October 2025 Position Title Gardener - Handyperson Agency Department of Education Salary Level 2, $1,219.80 - $1,237.60 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2025) Location Thornlie Unit/Division Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Branch South Thornlie Primary School Work Type Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00009601 Closing Date 2025-10-24 4:30 PM

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Posted Date: 11/16/2025