Gardener - Handyperson

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This is a permanent part time (0.75FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2025

Sevenoaks Senior College (SC) is committed to developing a unique model of 21st Century Senior Schooling to ensure that every student is well equipped to deal with the opportunities of their post school pathways.

Sevenoaks SC is a standalone senior college being only one of two in the metropolitan area which offer specialised pathways to senior school students in Years 11 and 12. Students enrol with us from over 40 schools and represent over 60 cultures. Our college is managed differently with greater flexibility for students as they map out their future in a supportive and inclusive young adult learning environment.

Three enduring features of Sevenoaks are: Find Your Future, the Young Adult Ethos and the Advocacy Program. Our CARE values, Compassion, Accountability. Respect and Excellence support our Young Adult Ethos.

Our students participate in enhanced pathway preparation and planning which incorporate 21st Century skills needed for future success. We offer 17 different specialised pathways. Students participate in a range of learning environments which support the delivery of contemporary and emerging work capabilities to meet the current and future world of work.

Our vision is to support all students to Find Your Future by empowering them to make the most of every opportunity in any learning environment and to participate positively in society. Our young adult ethos prepares students for the world beyond school by gradually increasing their capacity to take on the responsibilities of the adult world.

Find out more about our school by visiting Sevenoaks Senior College or Schools Online

The Role

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

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 Leesa Ashworth, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6235 7200 or emailing leesa.ashworth@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 cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
• Tell us in two (2) pages 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.
    
  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/SS987565
  
  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, 05 September 2025Seniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
  Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
  Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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