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Assistant Gardener – Handyperson

Perth Modern School Subiaco, WA (Western Australia)

Job Description

Independent Public School – North Metropolitan Education Region Perth Modern School Assistant Gardener – Handyperson Pool Ref IPS/SS809596 Level 1, $1, – $1, (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS809596

Appointment Pool

Perth Modern School is seeking to establish a pool of Assistant Gardener – Handyperson for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2023 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2023 school year.

Under the direction of the Senior Gardener – Handyperson, you will be responsible for maintaining and presenting our school grounds in a clean and tidy condition. You will provide a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. Suitable applicants will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Gardner – Handyperson’s duties using safe work practices and in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines.

We are looking for applicants who are self-motivated, use initiative and are proactive in their approach to both gardening and general maintenance. To ensure our buildings and grounds are maintained at their current high standard, applicants with strong gardening and handyperson skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

Perth Modern School, a proud government school, is Western Australia’s only fully selective school for academically gifted students in Years 7 to 12. Centrally located in Subiaco, the school provides a differentiated and compacted curriculum that develops the skills of gifted students. Professional, enthusiastic, merit selected staff provide a broad range of subjects and activities tailored to the special needs of gifted students.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
  • Ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.
  • Ability in the practical application and safe use of hand tools.
  • Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

    Please visit or for more information about Perth Modern School

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    Application Instructions

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

    Your application should include:

  • A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager and;
  • A one (1) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
  • A completed application form. The application form can be found in the attachments at the bottom of this advertisement. Please only complete the application form if you are not submitting your application online.
  • To submit your application:

  • Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your CV and any other supporting documents, or
  • Email your completed application form and documents to before the closing date and time
  • Hand-deliver your completed application form and documents to the school reception, 90 Roberts Road, Subiaco before the closing date and time.
  • Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

    Eligibility and training requirements

    Employees will be required to:

  • provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
  • obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
  • obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
  • And complete the Department’s:

  • Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
  • induction program within three months of commencement
  • introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas
  • training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
  • training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
  • The Department applies a ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.

    ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME. 

    APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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    WORK TYPE:  Permanent – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Fixed Term – Full Time FTE:  LOCATION:  Subiaco CLOSING DATE:  2023-03-27 4:00 PM
    (YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Assistant Gardener – Handyperson Agency Department of Education Salary Location Subiaco Unit/Division Independent Public School – North Metropolitan Education Region Branch Perth Modern School Work Type Permanent – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Fixed Term – Full Time Position No. Pool Ref IPS/SS809596 Closing Date Position Title Assistant Gardener – Handyperson Branch Perth Modern School Location Subiaco Work Type Permanent – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Fixed Term – Full Time Closing Date Salary Agency Department of Education Company Information Description

    Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS809596

    Appointment Pool

    Perth Modern School is seeking to establish a pool of Assistant Gardener – Handyperson for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2023 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2023 school year.

    Under the direction of the Senior Gardener – Handyperson, you will be responsible for maintaining and presenting our school grounds in a clean and tidy condition. You will provide a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. Suitable applicants will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Gardner – Handyperson’s duties using safe work practices and in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines.

    We are looking for applicants who are self-motivated, use initiative and are proactive in their approach to both gardening and general maintenance. To ensure our buildings and grounds are maintained at their current high standard, applicants with strong gardening and handyperson skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Perth Modern School, a proud government school, is Western Australia’s only fully selective school for academically gifted students in Years 7 to 12. Centrally located in Subiaco, the school provides a differentiated and compacted curriculum that develops the skills of gifted students. Professional, enthusiastic, merit selected staff provide a broad range of subjects and activities tailored to the special needs of gifted students.

    The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

    To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
  • Ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.
  • Ability in the practical application and safe use of hand tools.
  • Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

    Please visit or for more information about Perth Modern School

    Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available

    For job related information

    Application Instructions

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

    Your application should include:

  • A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager and;
  • A one (1) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
  • A completed application form. The application form can be found in the attachments at the bottom of this advertisement. Please only complete the application form if you are not submitting your application online.
  • To submit your application:

  • Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your CV and any other supporting documents, or
  • Email your completed application form and documents to before the closing date and time
  • Hand-deliver your completed application form and documents to the school reception, 90 Roberts Road, Subiaco before the closing date and time.
  • Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

    Eligibility and training requirements

    Employees will be required to:

  • provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
  • obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
  • obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
  • And complete the Department’s:

  • Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
  • induction program within three months of commencement
  • introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas
  • training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
  • training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
  • The Department applies a ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.

    ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME. 

    APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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