Part-Time School Garden Specialist

Department of Education Victoria; Taradale; On-site; AUD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Taradale Primary School in Taradale, VIC, is seeking a gardening specialist to oversee the garden component of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden programme. The role is two days per week, with admission of horticultural qualifications being desirable.

The successful applicant will work with school classes weekly, guiding garden activities and supporting student learning in a practical environment. The school sits between Kyneton and Castlemaine, boasting extensive grounds and a dedicated

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing school garden projects.
• Ability to engage with multiple classes weekly.
• Two-day-per-week role with planning and execution responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the garden component of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden programme.
• Work with school classes each week to deliver garden-related activities.
• Collaborate with leadership to plan and assess garden lessons and student engagement.

Skills

Gardening

Team collaboration

Education

Horticultural qualifications

Job description

Taradale Primary School in Taradale, VIC, is seeking a gardening specialist to oversee the garden component of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden programme. The role is two days per week, with admission of horticultural qualifications being desirable.

The successful applicant will work with school classes weekly, guiding garden activities and supporting student learning in a practical environment. The school sits between Kyneton and Castlemaine, boasting extensive grounds and a dedicated