Assistant Gardener - Handyperson

This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026

Perth Modern School is seeking a hardworking and reliable Assistant Gardener – Handyperson to join our team.

Perth Modern School, a proud public secondary school, offering Western Australia's only fully selective program for academically gifted students in Years 7 to 12. The school honours the past, empowers those present and shapes the future for gifted and talented learners and leaders.

Staff emphasise the importance of connection and relationships in the process of listening, thinking and learning together. We partner with students, families, carers, and alumni, to successfully navigate change and improve student outcomes; a community where everyone belongs. In the early years, this means ensuring every student is known and understood, their needs and unique potential nurtured. As students progress, they are supported as self-motivated learners and leaders who are; courageous, curious, compassionate, committed and collaborative, encouraged to pursue their dreams, and resourced to achieve both academic excellence and positive wellbeing.

The Role

We are seeking applicants who are proactive in their approach to both gardening and general maintenance. To ensure our buildings and grounds are maintained at their current high standard, applicants with strong gardening and handyperson skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

Under the direction of the Senior Gardener - Handyperson, the Assistant Gardener - Handyperson is responsible for maintaining school grounds to ensure a clean, safe, and well-presented environment for students and staff. This includes managing turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, and trees, as well as ensuring a suitable growing environment for soft landscapes such as lawns and gardens. The role also involves maintaining hard landscaping features, including courts and paved areas, and marking sports areas as required.

The Assistant Gardener - Handyperson performs minor repairs and maintenance as requested, in line with departmental policies and guidelines. They are also responsible for identifying and reporting faults as needed to support the upkeep of school grounds and facilities.

All tasks are carried out using safe work practices, adhering to Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation, including the proper handling and management of hazardous substances. The Assistant Gardener/Handyperson should ensure that all duties are completed efficiently and with minimal disruption to students and staff.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

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. 

Eligibility

To work with us, you will need to: 

• obtain a valid Working With Children Check.  
• 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.  
• Tell us in one (1) page how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria:
  1. Demonstrated good communication skills.
  2. Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
  3. Demonstrated ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1045109

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, 26 June 2026