Gardener - Handyperson

Capel Primary School · Capel, WA

Employment

Part time, Permanent

Subject

General

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

2 November 2026

13 days remaining

Posted 19 Oct 2026

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About Capel Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

29.6

17.7 teaching · 11.9 non-teaching

Students per teacher

18.1:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

320

Indigenous students

8%

Language other than English

7%

Girls vs boys

153 girls · 167 boys

48%
52%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


This is a permanent part-time (0.76 FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026

Capel Primary School (PS) is held in high regard by the local and wider community due to its achievements in student learning, quality teaching by the caring and professional staff and the shared beliefs we have with our active and supportive families.

Students enrol at Capel PS because of its emphasis on educational excellence, warm friendly tone, value placed on good citizenship, commitment to school, pleasant surroundings and the variety of programs on offer.

Find out more about our school by visiting capelprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Join our team as a Gardener - Handyperson and contribute to fostering a positive learning environment! As a key member, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the school grounds, ensuring they are safe, tidy, and conducive to a positive environment for both students and staff. From overseeing the turf areas, garden beds, and shrubs to managing hard landscaping features like courts and paving, you'll play a vital role in creating an inviting and inspiring outdoor space.

Your commitment to maintaining gardening facilities, equipment, and tools in a good condition will be integral to promoting a positive culture within the school. Collaborate with the Manager of Corporate Services to develop safe work procedures, undertake risk assessments, and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation.

If you're passionate about cultivating not just landscapes but also a positive and vibrant school culture, we welcome you to be part of our te…

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