Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Officer (Mickleham)

Department of Education Victoria – Mickleham VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School is a steadily growing school community located in the Merrifield Estate in Mickleham. Our school has a current enrolment of 1060 students.

We are proud of our culturally rich community, with over 63% of our students identified as having English as an Additional Language and 34 language backgrounds represented across the school. Our diversity is a key strength, and we value strong partnerships with families and are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and excellence for all learners.

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School has been designed to meet the needs of up-to-date learners. There are 3 purpose-built learning neighbourhoods, as well as modern relocatables. Our school¿s Sports and Arts Centre provides a full-size competition courtt alongside a performing arts space, supporting student participation in sport, performance, and whole-school community events.

Extensive outdoor spaces, including 3 playgrounds, a nature walk, kitchen garden and landscaped areas further enhance opportunities for active play, wellbeing, and connection.

TEACHING AND LEARNING

At Gaayip-Yagila Primary School, our teaching and learning model is grounded in explicit instruction, supported by the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM 2.0). We deliver a structured, evidence-based approach that ensures clarity, consistency, and strong student engagement.

In Mathematics, we have embedded explicit teaching to strengthen student learning outcomes, while in Reading, we implement Little Learners Love Literacy (LLLL)



in the early years and build comprehension and critical thinking skills in Years 3 - 6.

Our school is achieving strong academic growth, with six learning areas now at or above state level. Attitudes to School Survey (AtoSS) data also reflects high levels of student engagement, safety, and connectedness.

We are proud of our diverse community, including a high proportion of EAL learners, and we work closely with families to ensure every student feels safe, valued, and successful. Inclusive programs, including our Koorie group, celebrate culture and strengthen community connections.

VISION

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School¿s commitment to excellence will empower students to become connected, engaged and collaborative learners. Students will participate in high quality teaching throughout every lesson, taking an active role in identifying their learning needs and co-constructing experiences aimed at their point of need. They will thrive academically, socially and emotionally and value diversity through showing respect for self, others and the community (locally and globally).

SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS

At Gaayip-Yagila Primary School we have four key focuses:

- We strive for excellenceWe exhibit personal, team and school pride, believe in ourselves and others and always do our personal best
- We collaborateWe share ideas,



listen with open minds and work together to help each other succeed
- We are respectfulWe value and celebrate diversity and respect the safety and learning of everyone in our community
- We are kind
- We are kind to ourselves, others and the environment

Selection Criteria

- 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.

Role

Attendance requirement for this position:

This position will require attendance during holiday breaks.

4 Weeks Annual Leave.

Days and hours negotiable with successful applicant.

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School require a multi-skilled individual who can attend to a range of maintenance and gardening tasks across our school. The maintenance and improvement of our infrastructure is a priority and we require a dedicated, hard working individual to join our team. Skills/Qualifications in one or more trades is highly desirable, but not essential.

An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in acc

📌 Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Officer (Mickleham) (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne