Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - Vincent State School

Vincent State School is seeking applications for a Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to join the team.As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities, you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school. This role offers variety and the opportunity to support the smooth running of the school while working within a collaborative and supportive team environment.If you are interested in contributing to a positive school community, we encourage you to apply.This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.60FTE), 79 hours per fortnight. This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges. About The SchoolVincent State School is committed to creating and sustaining a safe and respectful learning community where quality teaching builds success for all. Our mission is achieved through delivering a high-quality curriculum, fostering excellence in teaching and learning, and strengthening partnerships between school, home, and community. We prioritise recognising and catering for diversity, reinforcing positive behaviour, maintaining a supportive environment, and providing inclusive education. At Vincent State School, every student and staff member has the right to be a learner, be respected, be safe, and be successful, making it an inspiring and rewarding place for educators to contribute and grow.About The RoleAs the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities, you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the school by maintaining high-quality grounds and facilities under the direction of the Principal, Business Manager, or nominated delegate. You will perform a range of routine day-to-day tasks independently to ensure the school is kept to a high standard, following established instructions, while receiving regular supervision for non-routine duties. This role does not require performing tasks or repairs that would typically need a qualified tradesperson.Your ResponsibilitiesAs the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Responsible for a range of day to day activities that may include delivering and collecting mail, parcels and documents; recording and delivering of messages; printing and photocopying; preparing classrooms for examinations and preparing activity/assembly halls, including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room; general store duties including receipting, opening up, checking, storing and distributing school supplies and stocks; maintaining various registers; and stocktaking and recording/engraving of school equipment/furniture and assets.Support a variety of security duties at the school that involve using and maintaining the school security systems; banking of school funds (this does not refer to the collection, receipt, or reconciliation of funds, but rather to the transport and depositing of funds at the appropriate banking institution); and locking and unlocking buildings (within core hours).Assist with a range of duties that include clearing and hosing of drains and gutters; collection of waste, food and paper on school grounds as agreed by relevant staff and the Principal, Business Manager and/or nominated delegate; undertaking immediate action cleaning duties (outside the normal operating hours of the school's cleaning staff); coordinating the removal and/or disposal of rubbish as required (does not include emptying of bins in agreed eating areas); assist with requirements for significant events such as fetes, plays and major sporting events.Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.Interested? To ApplyAttach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Occupational group Education & Training