Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1538008
SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in performing maintenance and groundskeeping responsbilities.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work independently to fulfil specific projects and ongoing regular maintenance tasks.
SC3 Demonstrated 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: proactive identification of hazards and impending maintenance tasks, and identfication of costs savings and efficiency outcomes with regard to ongoing maintenance and development of the school and grounds.
The role of the Facilities Officer position include but is not limited to:
The responsibilities of the Facilities Officer position include but are not limited to:
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
Are you agile in your thinking, have a high work ethic, great sense of humour, love to work as part of a team and willing to learn? Are you driven by creating something new, leveraging the expertise you already have? We are looking for you!
Welcome to Garrang Wilam Primary School, an exciting new school that opened in 2021, located in Truganina. Garrang Wilam (pronounced: gar-rang wil-um) is taken from the Woi-wurrung language, as spoken by the Wurundjeri people, and means `eucalyptus home¿. Our logo means elders and students focused together, and encourages us to `dream big¿.
Vision
Our students excel in the vibrant, positive and connected community we create together.
Mission
We invite all students to come and learn, to belong and work collaboratively in their pursuit of learning. Our people are invested in deliberate practice to create a community that truly makes a difference. Our community will develop over time through shared experiences and an aligned focus on what matters; learning.
Values
A respect of all cultures and beliefs is an essential characteristic of global citizens, thus we live by a set of values that underpin this. We want our students, staff, parents and community members to show;
The success of our outcomes is due to our collective approach to
Our imperatives are
Our Metrics
Teaching and Learning
The instructional framework at Garrang Wilam Primary School is informed by the Gradual Release of Responsibility (GRR) model.
The Pedagogical Model is
For more information please see our website http://garrangwilamps.vic.edu.au/
A focus on Digital Learning, The Arts (Visual and Music/Performing), and Physical Education will be integral to the additional learning provided for our students. Students have access to the latest technologies; including iPads.
Teams of teachers are given time to work and learn together focused on student data and high impact teaching strategies during weekly Professional Learning Community cycles of inquiry. The focus on professional knowledge and practice through feedback and goal setting during the performance and development process ensures all members of staff are continually growing and learning. We are seeking a combination of expert, accomplished and graduate teachers who will deliver a challenging and stimulating curriculum.
A positive nurturing environment which cares for each student and adult, matters. It impacts on our behaviour, our academic success and future mental and physical health. All community members of our school behave in ways that build a positive and vibrant school culture that focuses on wellness and learning. We use the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support framework to drive our approach to positive education.
Learning Spaces
The school includes an administration building, two learning neighbourhoods, portable spaces, a gymnasium complex, outdoor courts and sports fields. Inside the administration building houses a large library, first aid facilities, visual arts space, space for science/ technology and food technology space.
The gymnasium complex includes a stadium quality basketball/ netball sized gymnasium with tiered seating, an outstanding music facility which doubles as a stage for the gymnasium. There is also a canteen and change room facilities and an extensive foyer. These facilities are utilised for community usage including a shared arrangement with local sporting clubs and community groups to ensure sport can be accessed onsite after school.
The extensive outdoor spaces include hard courts, full sized grassed football oval, outdoor stage, nature play with a dry creek bed, agility playground and an extensive carpark.
We welcome you to come and join us to build an extraordinary educational experience for all.
To find out more about Garrang Wilam Primary School please contact the Business Manager, Clare Najdovski on 7301 7000 or [email protected]