Temporary Gse3 - Grounds Person
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General
Sector
Government
Teaching level
K12
Salary range
Closing date
18 October 2026
Posted 29 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Tintinara Area School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
R-12
School staff (FTE)
19.8
12.2 teaching · 7.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
8.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
101
Indigenous students
5%
Language other than English
6%
Girls vs boys
50 girls · 51 boys
50%
50%
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
More disadvantage
Average
More advantage
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Tintinara Area School is seeking a reliable and motivated Grounds and Maintenance Employee to support the safe and effective operation of our R-12 school site.
The role includes maintaining the school grounds, gardens, lawns, oval, facilities and equipment. Responsibilities also include minor repairs, pool maintenance, playground inspections, waste management and accurate maintenance records.
Why choose us?
As part of the Tintinara Area School team, you will have the opportunity to:
Work within a welcoming and supportive school community
Take pride in maintaining safe and attractive facilities for students and staff
Undertake varied and practical work across the school site
Contribute to the wider life of the school and local community.
What you will need:
Practical skills and experience in grounds, garden, building or facilities maintenance
The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and use initiative
Strong communication skills and the ability to work appropriately around children
The ability to safely operate and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment
Relevant training in pool operation and chemical handling, working safely at heights, chainsaw operation and playground inspection, or a willingness to undertake this training
A current Working with Children Check and required Department for Education clearances.
How to apply:
Please submit your resume and a written statement Please note the salary amount may differ from that advertised. Salary is dependent upon your current employment status with the Department for Education, tenure and h…
The role includes maintaining the school grounds, gardens, lawns, oval, facilities and equipment. Responsibilities also include minor repairs, pool maintenance, playground inspections, waste management and accurate maintenance records.
Why choose us?
As part of the Tintinara Area School team, you will have the opportunity to:
Work within a welcoming and supportive school community
Take pride in maintaining safe and attractive facilities for students and staff
Undertake varied and practical work across the school site
Contribute to the wider life of the school and local community.
What you will need:
Practical skills and experience in grounds, garden, building or facilities maintenance
The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and use initiative
Strong communication skills and the ability to work appropriately around children
The ability to safely operate and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment
Relevant training in pool operation and chemical handling, working safely at heights, chainsaw operation and playground inspection, or a willingness to undertake this training
A current Working with Children Check and required Department for Education clearances.
How to apply:
Please submit your resume and a written statement Please note the salary amount may differ from that advertised. Salary is dependent upon your current employment status with the Department for Education, tenure and h…