Assistant Gardener - Handyperson
Safety Bay Senior High School · Safety Bay, WA
This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026
At Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS), our motto, Imagine, Believe, Achieve, embodies our deep dedication to nurturing every student’s journey. We take immense pride in cultivating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are inspired to dream big, have confidence in their abilities, and strive for excellence.
Find out more about our school by visiting Safety Bay Senior High School or Schools Online.
The Role
We are ideally seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Assistant Gardener – Handyperson to help maintain our school’s outdoor spaces and facilities. The role plays an important part in ensuring students and staff have access to attractive, safe and well-kept external learning environments.
The Assistant Gardener – Handyperson is responsible for maintaining the school grounds, including turf areas, garden beds, shrubs and trees, and ensuring these spaces remain clean, tidy and safe. The role supports the development of a healthy growing environment across all soft landscaping, such as lawns, garden areas and broader turf spaces. It also includes the upkeep of hard landscaping features, including paved areas, pathways and courts.
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 Susan Cummings, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9528 9200 or emailing Sue.Cummings@education.wa.edu.au.
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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1033789
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 Friday, 15 May 2026