Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 1522856
SC1 Demonstrated experience maintaining gardens, grounds and facilities, including seasonal tasks and presentation standards.
SC2 Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with management, principals, teachers, education support staff and contractors.
SC3 Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technical and non-technical equipment as relevant to the position including but not limited to gardening and power tools.
SC4 Proven ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and carry out duties with minimal supervision, or no supervision, in a safe, orderly and secure manner.
SC5 Demonstrated capacity to undertake general maintenance tasks that do not require the expertise of a tradesperson or the supervision of a manager.
Reporting to the Facilities Manager, in this role you will work to maintain the general appearance of the school gardens, grounds, yards and buildings to a high standard, including but not limited to, garden maintenance including weeding, minimal mowing, poisoning, blowing paths, gutters and pruning where required. The successful applicant will also have the capacity to monitor, report on, and undertake minor building maintenance tasks that do not require a licenced tradesperson. Any experience in hydrotherapy pool maintenance, water quality testing and chemicals is a bonus, but not essential. Training for this can be provided at a later date.
School Holiday attendance requirements for this position can be negotiated however you will be required at times up to a maximum of 30 days per year. A leave purchase allowance will be paid for school holiday attendance.
This position is based at Barwon Valley School on Laura Avenue in Belmont. It is an Education Support position at Level 1 Range 2. The days and times of the position are flexible and can be slightly negotiated. Ideally someone available at least 3-4 weekday afternoons from approx. 2:30 ¿ 5:30pm.
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.
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Barwon Valley is a Special Developmental School situated in Belmont for students from Foundation to Year 12. It is a purpose built facility which provides a friendly, stimulating, caring and secure environment for students with moderate to profound disabilities. We implement School Wide Positive Behaviour Support to promote positive behaviour, using our school values of TEAMWORK, RESPECT, FUN, DIGNITY and SUPPORT. Our vision is to provide maximum opportunities for all students to access and be involved in a comprehensive education based on the Victorian Curriculum. Teaching programs support students to reach their maximum potential in both school and community settings. Our educational environment is comprised of Junior and Senior Learning Communities. Internal and external work experience programs are provided for students across the Senior Learning Community and strong links with local agencies and businesses support us with this program. An excellent staff/student ratio ensures that class groups have approximately 9 students. Students are actively involved in setting their learning goals in consultation with parents and other relevant personnel. We employ a diverse range of Allied Health Specialists including therapists, wellbeing personnel and nurses who support students to access their educational programs and support classroom staff in the delivery of these programs.