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.

The Role

We are seeking applicants who are proactive in their approach to both gardening and general maintenance. 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, performing minor repairs and maintenance, identifying and reporting faults, and adhering to safe work practices and OSH legislation.

Want to know more?

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

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Trisha Bebek, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9392 6855 or trisha.bebek@education.wa.edu.au

Eligibility

To work with us, you will need to obtain a valid Working With Children Check, consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, and be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights.

Application Instructions

Your application should include a CV/Resume and a one page statement addressing the 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.