Senior Gardener

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We are seeking to establish a pool of Senior Gardener - Handypersons for permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Kent Street Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public School located near the Perth CBD. The role supports a diverse range of programs and school facilities, contributing to a safe and inviting outdoor environment for students and staff.

• Supervise tasks performed by Gardeners and maintain school grounds to ensure they are safe, tidy, and conducive to a positive environment.
• Oversee turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, and manage hard landscaping features such as courts and tiered limestone seating areas.
• Maintain gardening facilities, equipment, and tools in good condition; promote a positive culture within the school.
• Collaborate with the Manager Corporate Services and the Facilities Coordinator to develop safe work procedures, undertake risk assessments, and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation.
• Communicate effectively to develop and maintain relationships with school staff and external stakeholders; manage at least two gardening staff.

• 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply.

1. 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-page cover letter, explain how your skills and experiences match this role.

1. 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, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS994918

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 24 September 2025

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Alan Turner, Facilities Coordinator, on (08) 9262 0500 or emailing Alan.Turner@education.wa.edu.au.

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, 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.