Groundskeeper

Department of Education Victoria; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Alphington Primary School in Melbourne’s inner north-east is seeking a part-time Grounds Keeper for 8–10 hours per week. You will maintain outdoor and indoor areas under the direction of the Assistant Principal, supporting a safe, well-kept school environment.

The role includes gardening, outdoor clean-up and general indoor maintenance, with hours negotiable. Applicants must have a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team.

Qualifications

• SC1: Demonstrate ability to perform duties per established guidelines and coordinate/support others in role tasks.
• SC2: Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
• SC3: Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including strong oral and written communication.
• SC4: Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
• SC5: Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and staff in the work area.
• SC6: Commitment to professional learning and growth for self and others.

Responsibilities

• Grounds maintenance tasks including gardening, pruning, mulching and general outdoor upkeep.
• Maintain outdoor areas, seating, signs and playgrounds to keep grounds safe.
• Indoor maintenance such as furniture relocation as directed by Assistant Principal.

Skills

Coordination

Teamwork

Communication

Technical knowledge

Advising management

Professional learning

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Melbourne VIC

3d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Alphington Primary School is a vibrant and high-performing primary school of approximately 400 students, situated in Melbourne’s inner north-east between Heidelberg Road and the Yarra River. Set within an established residential community and close to parklands, sporting facilities and public transport, the school has a long history of strong connections with its local community.

A significant strength of Alphington Primary School is the partnership between students, staff and families. Parents and carers are actively involved in school life through School Council, community events, fundraising, classroom and learning activities, and a range of other opportunities. This strong sense of community contributes to a welcoming and connected school environment.

At Alphington Primary School, we are committed to optimising learning growth for every student and empowering students to be active participants in their learning. Our work is underpinned by two school rights: Everyone has the right to feel safe and Everyone has the right to learn as much as possible. These are supported by our school values of Kindness, Respect, Resilience, Curiosity and Integrity, and our learner dispositions of Determination, Creativity, Optimism, Reflection and Collaboration.

Teaching and learning at Alphington Primary School is informed by the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 and contemporary evidence about how students learn. We have a strong focus on explicit teaching, purposeful practice, checking for understanding and responsive teaching. Teachers work collaboratively to plan and deliver a guaranteed and viable curriculum, using assessment and evidence of student learning to identify learning needs, differentiate instruction and monitor student growth.

Literacy and numeracy are key priorities. Our approach to English incorporates evidence-informed practices in reading, writing, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. In Mathematics, the school uses a consistent F-6 approach incorporating explicit instruction, daily review, purposeful practice, problem solving and multiple sources of assessment to ensure students are appropriately supported, extended and challenged.

Student agency is an important element of learning and wellbeing at Alphington Primary School. Students are supported to understand what they are learning, recognise their progress and identify their next steps. Leadership opportunities, Houses and cross-age TRIBES groups further develop student voice, responsibility, belonging and connection across the school.

The school is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which every student can participate, learn and thrive. Our developing Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Disability Inclusion work and whole-school approaches to wellbeing support the academic, social and emotional needs of students. Staff work collaboratively with students, families and specialist professionals to provide targeted support where required.

Students participate in a broad curriculum complemented by specialist programs including Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education, STEAM and Languages. Camps, excursions, incursions, sporting opportunities, performances and community events provide rich experiences beyond the classroom and are an important part of school life.

Alphington Primary School has a highly committed and collaborative staff who hold high expectations for themselves and their students. Professional learning, collaborative planning, Professional Learning Communities, learning walks, coaching and opportunities for staff leadership support a culture of continuous improvement. Teachers are encouraged to reflect on their impact, learn from colleagues and contribute actively to whole-school improvement.

Our facilities include contemporary learning spaces, library facilities, specialist learning areas and a competition-grade gymnasium. Extensive outdoor spaces provide opportunities for sport, creative and active play, and passive recreation.

Alphington Primary School offers prospective staff the opportunity to join a connected and supportive school community with high expectations for learning and behaviour, a clear evidence-informed approach to teaching, and a strong commitment to professional growth. We value the individual strengths and contributions of students, staff and families and work collectively to ensure every student feels safe, connected and able to learn as much as possible.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Role

Alphington Primary School ¿ Grounds Keeper Position Available

Alphington Primary School are looking for a Grounds Keeper to join the team.

Approx 8 - 10 hours per week - hours and days negotiable.

Job includes maintaining the schools outdoor and indoor areas as directed by the Assistant Principal.

Roll includes:

• Gardening - Pruning, mulching, weeding, sweeping, using blower vac, and other activities where the use of gardening and electric tools may be necessary.
• General outdoor clean up and maintenance - Maintaining seats, benches, signs, playgrounds and other activities ensuring grounds remain clean, safe.
• General indoor maintenance - Furniture relocation and maintenance as directed by Assistant Principal.

Applicant must have a current Working with Children Check suitable for Employee. (E)

Responsibilities

• Gardening - Pruning, mulching, weeding, sweeping, using blower vac, and other activities where the use of gardening and electric tools may be necessary.
• General outdoor clean up and maintenance - Maintaining seats, benches, signs, playgrounds and other activities ensuring grounds remain clean, safe.
• General indoor maintenance - Furniture relocation and maintenance as directed by Assistant Principal.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (seeWorkplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Conditions of Employment

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx