This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2024.
Kensington Secondary School (KSS) holds a distinctive and vital role within the WA education system, as the only stand-alone secondary education support school dedicated exclusively to young people with disabilities. At KSS, our commitment extends beyond the classroom; dedicated to equipping our students with the essential skills necessary for a successful, fulfilling, and engaged life beyond their school years.
With a new permanent Principal, KSS is focused on ensuring that our practices are not only contemporary but also forward-thinking. We are in the process of refining our curriculum to align with the Essential For Living Curriculum, with a particular emphasis on the Essential 8 skills.
These Essential 8 skills are crucial for our students, serving as the foundation for their ability to navigate everyday challenges, build meaningful relationships, and participate fully in their communities. By embedding these skills into our curriculum, we are ensuring that our students are prepared to live as independently as possible, with the confidence and capability to pursue their aspirations.
Find out more about our school by visiting our Facebook Page or Schools Online
The Role
Join our team as a Gardener/Handyperson and contribute to fostering a positive learning environment!
As a key member, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the school grounds, ensuring they are safe, tidy, and conducive to a positive environment for both students and staff. From overseeing the turf areas, garden beds and shrubs to managing hard landscaping features like courts and paving, you'll play a vital role in creating an inviting and inspiring outdoor space.
Your commitment to maintaining gardening facilities, equipment, and tools in a good condition will be important in promoting a positive culture within the school. You will be required to perform minor repairs and maintenance in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines.
We currently have a contract gardener/handyperson fulfilling this role and our desire is to bring on our new permanent person alongside our contract gardener/handyperson at some stage in Term 4 to ensure a smooth handover.
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 Jarna Wright, Principal, by telephoning (08) 0457051971 or emailing Jarna.Wright@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Jarna Wright on 0457 05 1971.
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
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.
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/SS921199
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 Monday, 14 October 2024
Please note that Jobs WA will be unavailable from 5pm on Friday 27 September to 10pm on Sunday 29 September 2024 (AWST) due to scheduled maintenance. Applicants will not be able to submit job applications over the maintenance period.
