Koo Wee Rup Primary School¿s motto of `Together We Learn¿ symbolizes the school¿s focus on learning being not in isolation, but involving a community commitment from students, teachers, parents and our wider school community.
We value a collaborative teaching and learning culture where student needs are the focus. Individually and collectively, our staff contribute to the creation of a school culture that strives for excellence and makes positive and constructive differences to the lives of our students. Our teams plan quality teaching and learning programs, based on student need and researched evidence.
The school has a student enrolment of approximately 310. It is set in the township of Koo Wee Rup in the Shire of Cardinia, just 20 minutes from Pakenham and Cranbourne, 75km south east of Melbourne. Our buildings are modern and flexible and our outside space is extensive.
Our school provides a nurturing environment where the well being and education of our students are our priorities. We ensure our learning environments are safe, orderly and where positive relationships and behaviours are valued and celebrated.
We have four values that guide our `Together We Learn¿ focus;
Learning - forever questioning and curious, learning together
Respect - valuing the rights of others, a sense of belonging and commitment
Responsibility - high expectations of self and others, shared vision to achieve success
Resilience - building personal wellbeing and strength
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Assist and report to the Facilities Manager with the day to day facilities, grounds and maintenance operations of the school.
The responsibilities of this position will be:
We are seeking a suitable qualified individual to assist our Facilities Manager with the day to day facilities, grounds and maintenance operations of the school.
This position fulfils an important role in the presentation and upkeep on our grounds and buildings and ensuring that OHS requirements are met to provide a safe and welcoming environment for our students, staff and community.
The applicant should be able to operate in a professional and courteous manner when dealing with staff, contractors and students.
This position is for 1 day a week with school holidays paid as per the VGSA2022.
Any additional work required during the school vacation periods would be negotiated with individual and a leave purchase allowance paid.
A current Working with Children Card (employee) is required.
Previous experience in general maintenance, handyman work or trade background is preferred but is not essential
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
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.
