Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS632674
This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2020
Ardross Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking Gardener - Handyperson to join our team.
As the Gardener - Handyperson you will work to provide gardening, grounds and facility management to ensure a safe and clean school environment. You will 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 will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Gardener - Handyperson duties in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines.
At Ardross PS we are proud of providing a learning environment where students and staff work together to learn new skills, take on leadership roles and develop self-confidence. Our school motto; Motivate, Educate, Celebrate, is embedded in all areas of learning and within each classroom. The caring staff, friendly students and supportive community all work together to build a powerful learning environment.
We have a strong sustainability focus, and the grounds have been redeveloped over time to reflect this. The successful applicant will be kept busy maintaining and growing our comprehensive native flora themed grounds.
Ardross PS is renowned throughout the community for its high level of academic achievement and vibrant integrated program. Ardross primary is proud of its recognition at international, national and state levels for students' excellence, developing thinking skills and environmental education.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
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 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further information about Ardross Primary School please visit www.ardrossps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information
Please contact Denise Moore, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9364 2771 or emailing denise.moore3@education.wa.edu.au.
Application Instructions
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!
Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the application questions and attach your documents.
To submit your application, you will need to attach:
- A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include work related referees, preferably one being your current Line Manager.
- A cover letter or statement of no more than one page. Please address the selection criteria of the role as it appears in the JDF attached, by providing examples that show your ability, knowledge and application in relation to each criteria.
Applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
If you are having trouble submitting your online application, please contact the Recruitment System Support team on (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- complete introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy;
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment; and
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 12 June 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.