Department of Education Victoria – Cranbourne VIC

18h ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

We are currently seeking a gardener to enhance the school grounds before the end of the year. This is a 4-week contract and will not be extended into 2027. The hours and days can be negotiated with the successful applicant.

The role will include:

- Planting trees and shrubs
- Moving a large quantity of mulch to garden beds / trees
- Weeding
- Trimming plants
- Leaf blowing
- Spraying weeds
- Other general tasks as directed by the principal

Cranbourne Park Primary School was built in the early 1960's. It is located in the heart of Cranbourne and services the City of Casey. There is a current enrolment of approximately 320 students from a diverse range of backgrounds. Our staff pride themselves on going above and beyond to support our students and community.

Our school vision is "to inspire every student to achieve all round success in every aspect of their lives".

Our mission statement is "to provide a safe, structured and supportive environment where all students can reach their full potential".

Values:

- Respect for Yourself
- Respect for Other
- Respect for Learning
- Respect for the Environment

Staffing profile includes:

- Assistant Principal
- Learning Specialist
- 22 Classroom Teachers
- 22 Education Support Staff

School facilities include:

- Three main buildings (17 classrooms)
- Portable building (2 classrooms)

A large oval space with playgrounds

Further information can be found on our school website: https://www.cranbournepark.vic.edu.au/

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks (eg: following Department policies and school procedures)

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work both collaboratively and independently





SC3 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position (knowledge and ability to complete the tasks listed)

SC4 A commitment to qualified learning and growth for both self and others.

SC5 Ability to work safety around students (Working with Children Check, managing tools around students, experience working with / around children etc)

Role

An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

The role will include:

- Planting trees and shrubs
- Moving a large quantity of mulch to garden beds / trees
- Weeding
- Tidying garden beds
- Trimming plants
- Raking soft fall mulch under play equipment
- Leaf blowing
- Spraying weeds
- Other general tasks as directed by the principal

An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, speci

📌 Gardener - Short Term Position (ending Dec 18) (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
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