This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Inglewood Primary School’s Kindergarten, Pre-primary and main school campuses all radiate a warm and welcoming learning environment where we are committed to building and maintaining positive relationships with our school community. The school motto ‘Caring and Sharing’ provides the foundation for the vision and values we represent as a thriving independent public school in Western Australia.
Find out more about our school by visiting inglewood.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Gardener/Handyperson to join our team in a unique and varied role supporting our school community. This position offers the opportunity to work across three distinct sites throughout a typical week; our main school campus, our off-site Kindergarten and off-site Pre-Primary locations. The successful applicant will enjoy the diversity that comes with maintaining different environments, ensuring each site is safe, welcoming and well-presented for our students and staff. Flexibility, strong time management skills, and the ability to work independently across multiple locations will be essential in this rewarding and dynamic role
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 Tania Hill, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9223 9900 or by emailing Tania.hill2@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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1031270
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, 13 March 2026
