Gardener - Handyperson

This is a permanent part-time (0.5FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026

Woodbridge Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School that serves the communities of Woodbridge, Viveash, Midland and Hazelmere.

Driven by our ethos of 'aspiring to be the most caring and encouraging community school', pastoral care is the cornerstone of our school and, combined with our belief that education involves developing the whole child, is evident in our inclusive practices and programs

Find out more about our school by visiting woodbridgeps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The Gardener - Handyperson is responsible for maintaining the school grounds in a safe and tidy condition, ensuring a conducive external learning environment for students and staff. This includes overseeing the upkeep of turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, trees, and various soft landscapes. Additionally, the role involves maintaining hard landscaping features like courts and paving, marking sports areas, and conducting minor repairs in alignment with departmental policies. The Gardener - Handyperson is also tasked with keeping gardening facilities, equipment, tools, and machinery in a clean and serviceable condition, reporting faults promptly, and adhering to safe work practices.

The successful applicant will ideally display effective communication skills, be able to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff and external stakeholders and be able to work unsupervised, with the ability to identify and recognise work that is required to be completed. Applicants that are well organised, have attention to detail, a positive outlook and are a team player are highly desired.

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 Melisa Conway, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9267 99***or **************@education.wa.edu.au    

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ***************@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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

To work with us, you will need to: 

• 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).

Application Instructions

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

Step 1: Prepare your application. 

Your application should include the following: 

• CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.  
• A cover letter with one (1) example from your experience that best shows your knowledge, skills, and abilities in maintaining grounds and gardens. Include:
  • The steps you take to manage grounds and gardens.
  • Equipment or chemicals you used; and
  • How you ensure your safety and the safety of others.

Step 2: Submit your application. 

Apply Online: 

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
• Have your documents ready to attach.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1060626

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, 17 August 2026