Department of Education Victoria – Doncaster VIC

East Doncaster Secondary College, situated in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, is a large, co-educational school with a focus on high academic achievement, excellence in teaching and learning and student connectedness and wellbeing.

The College has an enrolment of approximately 2300 students and 223 teaching and education support staff.

As a College, we strive to develop passionate lifelong learners who are creative and critical thinkers with the confidence and resilience to thrive in the global community. We want students to experience a sense of achievement and growth in their academic, personal, social and emotional development. The College values of curiosity, excellence, fairness, respect, resilience, teamwork and care and compassion reflect these desired outcomes.

We have high expectations that our students will commit to being supportive of each other as they strive for success as learners. Our catch phrase for learning is Creating a Culture of Curiosity. We strive to ensure that there is a focus on learning improvement for every student.As a result, our student achievement data is excellent across a range of data sets and year levels.

Diversity adds to the richness and quality of the students educational experience at East Doncaster Secondary College. We are proudly multicultural across more than 50 nationalities, with a strong and established International Student Program.

The College offers an array of alternative pathway options to enable greater flexibility in our ability to cater for individual needs. Students have access to external VET provision and a high quality Vocational Major VCE pathway.

At East Doncaster Secondary College, we are committed to child safety. We strive to ensure that our students are safe,



happy and empowered.Through a holistic approach to wellbeing, the College offer an extensive overlay program, Positive Futures, as a means of visibly addressing the social and emotional needs of our students in a multi-dimensional and integrated approach.

As a high performing school, East Doncaster Secondary College prides itself on the creation of a learning environment where student academic, sporting, music and achievements in the arts are recognised and celebrated. Underlying the focus on excellence is the recognition that such outcomes can best be achieved in an environment where students are happy, healthy and connected.

Copies of the School Strategic Plan, Annual Implementation Plan and School Policies can be accessed via the school website www.eastdonsc.vic.edu.au

For information regarding East Doncaster Secondary College Child Safety Standards and practices, including Code of Conduct please go to pal/child-safe-standards/policy

Selection Criteria

SC 1. Demonstrated experience maintaining grounds and external facilities (gardens/ovals, paths, drainage, playgrounds, fencing, basic irrigation and waste/recycling), including seasonal tasks and presentation standards.

SC 2. Proven ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and carry out duties with minimal supervision, while also contributing positively to a collaborative school environment.

SC 3.



Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with leadership, teachers, education support staff and contractors.

SC 4. Demonstrated knowledge and application of protected work practices relevant to maintenance (risk assessments, manual handling, ladder/height safety, chemical storage, SWMS/permits where applicable) and an understanding of operating safely around students consistent with Child Safe Standards.

SC 5. Demonstrated ability to effectively navigate unexpected challenges, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in meeting the evolving needs and circumstances of the school environment. Demonstrated capacity to contribute to the culture of a school.

Role

Hours7.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday

School holiday attendance requirements for this position can be negotiated, however, 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.

The Maintenance and Grounds Assistant fulfills an important role in the presentation and upkeep of school grounds and the provision of OH&S; tasks as outlined in Department Policy. It is expected that they will provide a high level of attention to detail ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for students, staff and visitors to the College and be competent in the provision of up to date and relevant information.

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.

Responsibili

📌 Maintenance & Grounds Assistant-3 (Australia)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Australia