Altona Primary School has a proud history of learning growth and a positive school culture. The school has an enrolment of approximately 500 students, composed of 22 classes from Prep to Year 6.
Our grounds are comprised of four playground spaces, large synthetic court surfaces, an oval, soccer pitch, sand pits and garden spaces. We have 25 classroom spaces, an art room, music room, STEM space and library. Infrastructure includes a heritage building, BER building and a number of relocatable classrooms. We have had a recent grounds upgrade with the inclusion of a hardcourt surface, new synthetic courts, new playgrounds and a large deck.
Communities like Altona Primary School develop over time through shared experiences and an aligned focus on what matters; children learning. To find out more about APS visit https://www.altonaps.vic.edu.au/ or contact 03 9398 2925.
APPLICANTS WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A RESUME. ALONG WITH THIS, A SINGLE PAGE RESPONSE/LETTER WHICH OUTLINES SKILLS/CAPABILITIES REFERENCED IN THE SELECTION CRITERIA BELOW.
SC1 Demonstrated experience in building and grounds maintenance, repair, and gardening
SC2 A strong work ethic, eye for detail and a sense of pride in efficiently completing work to a high standard as well as the ability to work independently and to follow instructions
SC3 Sound understanding of OHS standards and maintenance procedures in a school setting.
SC4 Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate advice and support effectively with staff, students, and contractors in respect to the work area.
Hours: 15.2 hours per week (negotiable up to 22.8 hours per week)
Attendance: Requirement for possible attendance during School Vacation Periods (hours/days to be negotiated)
The successful candidate will be responsible for the upkeep and general maintenance of the school grounds and buildings
Duties will include, but not limited to:
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Sweeping/blowing/pressure washing paved areas of the school grounds as required, keeping grounds neat and tidy
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Maintaining all grass areas including mowing, trimming, edging, and spraying
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Establishing/maintaining garden beds
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Mulching and watering
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Basic repairs to outdoor surfaces, structures, equipment and general maintenance
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Identifying and addressing (where possible) any hazards around the grounds and walkways
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Liaise with external contractors as required to effect repairs that cannot be completed in-house
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Repair and maintenance of external gates & fences
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Undertake general maintenance across the school and ensure that all OHS requirements are met
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Daily Maintenance tasks including minor carpentry repairs (fixing doors, windows etc), painting and general cleaning
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Attending to minor plumbing issues
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Respond to service requests from staff for breakdowns and repairs and maintain records of such requests
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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 (see Workplace 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
[email protected]
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.
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
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
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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
