Gardener - Handyperson

This is a permanent part-time (0.25FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025

School of Special Educational Needs: Behaviour and Engagement (SSEN:BE)

SSEN:BE provides support and services to schools for students with extreme, complex and challenging behaviours across a K to 12 context. A continuum of consultative support with schools for students is delivered through engagement centres and the Midland Learning Academy. The services of the engagement centres and the Academy are coordinated through SSEN:BE which provides the administrative structure and oversees and manages these services as a State-wide model of support for schools, teachers and students. The services complement other teams working in networks, regions and schools, supporting a greater number of students across the state.

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

The Role

As the Gardener - Handyperson, the successful applicant would work to provide gardening, grounds and facility management to ensure a safe and clean school environment. You should 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.

The successful applicant will ideally work as part of a dedicated team and have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our school community. The successful applicant should display effective communication skills, be able to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff and external stakeholders and ideally be able to work unsupervised, with the ability to identify and recognise work that is required to be completed. You may also be expected to monitor and maintain the reticulation systems and arm and disarm security systems as and when required. You should also be well organised, have attention to detail, a positive outlook and be a team player.

Successful applicants may be required to maintain a current WA drivers licence in order to fulfil their job requirements.

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 Wendy Radaich, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9402 6465 or Wendy.Radaich@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.
• A cover letter with one (1) example from your experience that best shows your knowledge, skills, and abilities in maintaining grounds and gardens. Include:
  • The steps you take to manage grounds and gardens.
  • Equipment or chemicals you used; and
  • How you ensure your safety and the safety of others.
    
  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: SS/SS989206
  
  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, 12 September 2025
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