School Officer, Grounds and Facilities

About the Department of Education
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of OO2 to OO3 classification range.
About Ashgrove State SchoolAshgrove State School, established in 1877, has a tradition of academic excellence, a dynamic curriculum, innovative learning, outstanding NAPLAN results, exceptional music & sporting programs and a high level of community engagement.
Ashgrove State School, an Independent Public School, caters for Prep to Year 6 students. Our school offers first class facilities including air-conditioned classrooms, 25 metre swimming pool, Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program, modern resource centre, integrated technology using iPads, Chinese lessons and onsite Outside School Hours Care.
**Our Vision**: an inclusive, collaborative community of engaged, capable and confident learners, prioritising the success and wellbeing of every student.
About the Role
- As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of grounds and facilities maintenance.
- Preparation of halls and classrooms for regular school activities
- General store duties including checking, storing and distributing school supplies and stocks such as soaps, towels, apparatus and general materials.
- Maintaining various accurate school registers and the use of computers with pre-established programs.
- Stocktaking and recording/engraving of school equipment/furniture and assets.
- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment.
- Assist with requirements for significant events such as fetes, plays and major sporting events.
- Preparation and maintenance of school ovals by way of regular mowing, watering and soil maintenance.
- Preparation, marking and general care of all outdoor sporting facilities.
- Planting, watering and care of trees, shrubs, gardens.
- Care of lawns and gardens, including regular weeding and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilisers where necessary.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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