Gardener - Handyperson

Department of Education; Shire Of Capel; Sur place; AUD 22 000 - 32 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Capel Primary School is seeking a Gardener - Handyperson to helpmaintain and enhance the school grounds, creating a safe, tidy and welcoming outdoor space for students and staff. The role contributes to a positive learning environment through well-kept turf, beds and paths.

You will work part-time (0.76 FTE) commencing Term 4, 2026, collaborating with the Manager of Corporate Services on safe work procedures and OSH compliance. Contact Darren Simpson for details.

Qualifications

• Obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and maintain a current Screening Clearance.
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a visa with work rights for the term of appointment.

Responsabilités

• Maintain and manage school grounds, including turf areas, garden beds and shrubs.
• Oversee hard landscaping features such as courts and paving to keep outdoor spaces safe and inviting.
• Ensure gardening facilities, equipment and tools are well maintained and safe.

Description du poste

This is a permanent part-time (0.76 FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026 Capel Primary School (PS) is held in high regard by the local and wider community due to its achievements in student learning, quality teaching by the caring and professional staff and the shared beliefs we have with our active and supportive families. Students enrol at Capel PS because of its emphasis on educational excellence, warm friendly tone, value placed on good citizenship, commitment to school, pleasant surroundings and the variety of programs on offer. Find out more about our school by visiting capelprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

Join our team as a Gardener - Handyperson and contribute to fostering a positive learning environment! As a key member, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the school grounds, ensuring they are safe, tidy, and conducive to a positive environment for both students and staff. From overseeing the turf areas, garden beds, and shrubs to managing hard landscaping features like courts and paving, you'll play a vital role in creating an inviting and inspiring outdoor space. Your commitment to maintaining gardening facilities, equipment, and tools in a good condition will be integral to promoting a positive culture within the school. Collaborate with the Manager of Corporate Services to develop safe work procedures, undertake risk assessments, and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation. If you're passionate about cultivating not just landscapes but also a positive and vibrant school culture, we welcome you to be part of our team! 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 Darren Simpson, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail] .

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

• 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).

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1063403 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 Monday, 2 November 2026