Gardener – Handyperson

Wheatbelt Education Region Kukerin Primary School Gardener – Handyperson 00006998 Level 2, $1, – $1, (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS811703

This is a permanent part-time ( position commencing Term 2, 2023

‘Small but Strong’

Kukerin Primary School (PS) is seeking a hardworking Gardener – Handyperson to join their team

About 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 and reticulation. 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.

We are seeking someone to maintain and enhance our school grounds for the benefit of our students, staff and community. Ideally, the successful applicant will be focussed, driven, enjoy working in an educational setting and able to maintain safe and secure work practices. We are seeking an individual who is a keen gardener, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

About the school

Kukerin PS is at the heart of the local community, located in the southern Wheatbelt. We have a strong history where our school and the community work together in a supporting and caring environment to provide your child with the skills and confidence to reach their full potential in academic, social and sporting endeavours.

Our experienced and caring staff are dedicated to providing enriched targeted learning programs for students. The multi-age classes offer a range of programs and opportunities that enhance student learning. Kukerin’s motto ‘Small but Strong’ is mirrored in all its activities and programs offered.

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.

Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).