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 ****. 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 ****'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 protected, 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: /
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 professional 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 **** (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, specialisedstudent/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include:
Reporting to the principal and leadership team
Completing tasks as directed by the principal
Working safely around children
Working independently
Taking responsibility for one's own health and wellbeing particularly when working outside in the sun
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
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion




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 (seeWorkplace 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) ******
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.
Child Safe Standards
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:

DE Values
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:

Other Information
No job description available
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
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📌 Gardener - Short Term Position (Ending Dec 18) (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education & Training, Victoria
📍 Melbourne