We are seeking to establish a pool of Gardeners - Handyperson for permanent and fixed term, part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

East Hamersley Primary School is an Independent Public School driven by a collaborative professional learning culture of high-quality teaching and learning, positive school environment and strong community partnerships and engagement. Established in 1979, we provide a range of evidenced based programs for students from Kindergarten to Year Six. We are a high performing school committed to providing a safe and caring environment which is inclusive and celebrates our rich diversity. With a beautiful setting surrounded by leafy trees, open grounds, friendly students and quality staff we recognise the guardianship of the traditional owners of the land which upon our school has been established, the Mooro people on Wadjak Noongar country.

We have become a school of choice and with a strong positive reputation in the community we acknowledge and respect the need for us to keep evolving our expectations to meet the aspirations of families for their children. We aim to build on these expectations by providing a contemporary education that acknowledges that students are curious, have a voice, are technologically adept and value their environment.

Find out more about our school by visiting easthamersleyps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

The Gardener - Handyperson is responsible for maintaining the school grounds in a safe and tidy condition, ensuring a conducive external learning environment for students and staff. This includes overseeing the upkeep of turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, trees, and various soft landscapes. Additionally, the role involves maintaining hard landscaping features like courts and paving, marking sports areas, and conducting minor repairs in alignment with departmental policies. The Gardener - Handyperson is also tasked with keeping gardening facilities, equipment, tools, and machinery in a clean and serviceable condition, reporting faults promptly, and adhering to safe work practices.

Collaborating with the Manager of Corporate Services, the role contributes to the development of safe work procedures and conducts risk assessments as needed. Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation and the management of hazardous substances are integral aspects of the role, including the maintenance of records in accordance with safety guidelines.

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 Dawn McDonald, Principal, on (08) 9462 9550 or Dawn.Mcdonald@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.
• In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.

Step 2: Submit your application. 

Apply Online: 

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
• Have your documents ready to attach.

Apply Directly to the School: 

• Complete the application form located at the top of this advertisement.
• Email your application form and documents to easthamersley.ps@education.wa.edu.au; or
• Hand-deliver your application form and documents to our school reception at 20 Doon Way, Hamersley, WA 6022.

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/SS1067353

The Department applies a ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9 November 2026.