Please note that as of Tuesday, 29 April 2025 the closing date has changed.
This is a permanent part-time (0.24FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2025
Success Primary School (SPS) is located in the City of Cockburn. Approximately 590 students are enrolled in our school, with 76 students enrolled in our education support program and 514 in our mainstream program. Approximately 20% of children come from homes where English is an Additional Language (EAL/D).
We embrace our school motto 'Unlock Your Potential,' ensuring parents and the school community actively work together to achieve improved outcomes for all students.
Find out more about our school by visiting Success Primary School or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant will develop and uphold a maintenance plan, purchase consumables and materials related to the construction and maintenance of therapeutic and support/restraint equipment. They will routinely record maintenance activities, and ensure plant and machinery and related work site areas are kept securely locked, free from hazard and safe from unpermitted access.
The successful applicant will ideally have experience in some general maintenance around the school grounds and premises. The successful applicant would monitor and maintain swimming pool water quality, equipment, and signage in accordance with Government standards, policies, and guidelines.
Pool Maintenance may possibly include;
- Water Chemistry Management
- Chemical Replenishment
- Chemical Ordering
- Routine Pool Cleaning
- Probe Cleaning/Bleed Checks
- Filter Maintenance
- Leak Detection
- Pool Equipment Inspection
- Pressure Cleaning
The hours of work are 6:30am to 9:30am Wednesday to Friday, with the possibility of extension to include Monday and Tuesday.
Royal Life Saving Western Australia, Pool Operator training will be provided to the successful applicant.
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 Sue Criddle, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6174 2600 or emailing susan.criddle@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Sue Criddle on 0401 915 136.
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 must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated experience and competency in plant/machinery maintenance and building or construction involving plastics, electronics or electrical applications or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of the Occupational Safety and Health Act requirements relevant to the work area.
- Demonstrated good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
- Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS963200
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, 2 May 2025
