Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1523384
Location Profile
Mount Eliza North Primary School strives to create a community of learners who are empowered to inquire, achieve and contribute to the world around them.
Mount Eliza North Primary, an accredited International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Program (IB PYP), is situated on a large tract of hilly land bordered by an extensive nature reserve. It is located in the Mornington Peninsula suburb of Mount Eliza, 5 kilometres from Frankston and 45 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. The school was opened in November 1979 and was built to an architecturally designed plan incorporating many open plan teaching spaces. Thirteen state of the art portable classrooms have been installed to cater for the student population. The school is currently capped at 650 students with the majority of families residing within the neighbourhood boundary.
The playground provides extensive areas for students in a unique, bushland setting whilst the vast grounds provide ample provision for outdoor activities and Physical Education. The playgrounds include an oval, synthetic turf soccer pitch and games area, an outdoor basketball/netball court, additional asphalt areas and purpose built play equipment for each sub school. The school has a full size gymnasium with adjoining music/band room complex.
The IB PYP develops active global citizens. Our school community values knowledge that is relevant and significant. We develop skills which enable students to become lifelong learners with positive attitudes towards learning. The IB program provides a concept driven, inquiry based framework for teaching and learning which allows for every child to maximize their learning potential.
At Mount Eliza North Primary School, classroom organisational structures allows teachers to meet the individual needs of the children. We teach to the developmental stage of the child, not the chronological age of the child. This belief is supported through whole school teacher practice, whole school intuition and school programs.
At Mount Eliza North Primary School, we are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in teaching and learning. Students learn in an engaging environment where we develop inquiring, knowledgeable, caring young people. Students acquire knowledge and apply understanding through high quality programs as well as extensive specialist classes including Physical and Outdoor Education, Perceptual Motor Program, Performing and Visual Arts, French, German and Library. Our students are also able to access private instructional lessons for instruments such as flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, drums, guitar, violin, keyboard and singing.
Learning Technologies are a key component of all education programs in the school. Each classroom has a variety of digital devices, including netbooks, iPads and desktop computers. Year 3 to 6 classes have large screens in their classrooms and all Junior School classrooms have large interactive screens.
An extensive student leadership program is provided to promote nurturing and development of organisation, initiative, confidence and responsibility in our students. A proactive Student Representative Council has two representatives from each grade. Student leaders at Mount Eliza North Primary School have an increased sense of responsibility to help others and to model leadership principles and values.
There is a strong partnership between parents and staff with a high level of parent participation including: school council, Parents and Friends Association (PFA), classroom helpers, student mentoring, excursions, the camping program, fundraising and social activities.
At Mount Eliza North Primary School, we have a Principal and two Assistant Principals. The first Assistant Principal is responsible for Wellbeing, School Organization and Facilities while the second Assistant Principal¿s role is the IB PYP coordinator and curriculum - pedagogy leader. The school staff has a range of teaching experience. Our support staff includes three office staff, a first aid officer and integration aides. All staff are enthusiastic, supportive, willing to embrace change and prepared to take on additional responsibilities.
To support our students through their transition to and from primary school, the school has developed excellent relationships with Walkers Road Kindergarten, Mount Eliza Secondary College and other local schools and kindergartens.
Special Features:
International Baccalaureate World School - Primary Years Program
Year 6 Leadership Program
Student Representative Council
Learning Intervention
Phonological Awareness Program through employment of an additional Speech Therapist
Language program (French, F ¿ 4 and German 5 - 6)
Instrumental Music: 10 music instructors, various instruments
School Band & Ensemble Group
School choir Years 3 to 6
Camps: Years 2 to 6
School Council: Very active and supportive
PFA: Very active and supportive
Parent Class Representatives
Special Events:
Showcase of the Performing and Visual Arts
Year 6 Exhibition
Annual Mount Eliza Art & Design Show
Selection Criteria
Each applicant must address the below selection criteria:
1. Ability to carry out a physical role, with demonstrated gardening/handyperson aptitiude.
2. Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage and maintain grounds and gardens and complete grounds works as required within a school environment. Skills in the use of tools/technical equipment as relevant to the position.
3. Demonstrate technical knowledge, expertise and proficiency in minor repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior of buildings with a school environment. Skills in the use of tools/technical equipment as relevant to the position.
4. The capacity to engage and liaise with contractors on the school site as required and manage minor projects.
5. Demonstrate ability to identify and assess potential risks and work within DET OH&S guidelines that may impact on the safety of members of the school community (students, staff or members of the wider school community).
6. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work independently to maintain the school buildings and grounds.
Role
Position over 2 days
Performs and/or supervises tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice and school policy. This may include the supervision and coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program. Supervision and coordination would be limited to ensuring routine tasks are performed to required standards. Input into identifying training needs and development of education support class staff within the work area or educational program becomes an important feature at range 2.
Specialised support to achieve specific outcomes is a feature of range 2. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring buildings and grounds is properly maintained) or the operation of a work area (e.g. managing the day to day operations of buildings and grounds work under the direction of the principal or another senior manager.
Work professionally, courteously and cooperatively with internal and external clients. This role involves close interaction with a wide range of parents, students and staff.
Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in all aspects of the role
Maintain currency of professional knowledge and skills
Assist in ensuring that the school complies with government regulations and policies
Comply with OH&S requirements and maintain a safe and healthy workplace for self and others
Fulfil Child Safe obligations
Fulfil and duties assigned by the principal or delegate within the relevant ES dimensions of work (http://www.education. vic.gov. au/hrweb/workm/Pages/dimensSSO.aspx)
Responsibilities
Grounds and Maintenance position may include but is not limited to;
Assist with general grounds and maintenance tasks as required
Perform work as prescribed by the Business Manager and Principal
Jobs relating to grounds and open spaces including gardening, blowing leaves, planting and weeding
Operation and maintenance of power tools and equipment
Co-operation and communicate effectively with all stakeholders
Co-ordinate contractors to complete designated work
Ensure the school grounds and equipment are in a safe condition at all times
Closely follow established set routines, methods and procedures
Comply with all OHS requirements in performance of daily duties
Other duties as directed by Principal
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Other Information
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
2 April 2026
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1523384
Location Profile
Mount Eliza North Primary School strives to create a community of learners who are empowered to inquire, achieve and contribute to the world around them.
Mount Eliza North Primary, an accredited International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Program (IB PYP), is situated on a large tract of hilly land bordered by an extensive nature reserve. It is located in the Mornington Peninsula suburb of Mount Eliza, 5 kilometres from Frankston and 45 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. The school was opened in November 1979 and was built to an architecturally designed plan incorporating many open plan teaching spaces. Thirteen state of the art portable classrooms have been installed to cater for the student population. The school is currently capped at 650 students with the majority of families residing within the neighbourhood boundary.
The playground provides extensive areas for students in a unique, bushland setting whilst the vast grounds provide ample provision for outdoor activities and Physical Education. The playgrounds include an oval, synthetic turf soccer pitch and games area, an outdoor basketball/netball court, additional asphalt areas and purpose built play equipment for each sub school. The school has a full size gymnasium with adjoining music/band room complex.
The IB PYP develops active global citizens. Our school community values knowledge that is relevant and significant. We develop skills which enable students to become lifelong learners with positive attitudes towards learning. The IB program provides a concept driven, inquiry based framework for teaching and learning which allows for every child to maximize their learning potential.
At Mount Eliza North Primary School, classroom organisational structures allows teachers to meet the individual needs of the children. We teach to the developmental stage of the child, not the chronological age of the child. This belief is supported through whole school teacher practice, whole school intuition and school programs.
At Mount Eliza North Primary School, we are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in teaching and learning. Students learn in an engaging environment where we develop inquiring, knowledgeable, caring young people. Students acquire knowledge and apply understanding through high quality programs as well as extensive specialist classes including Physical and Outdoor Education, Perceptual Motor Program, Performing and Visual Arts, French, German and Library. Our students are also able to access private instructional lessons for instruments such as flute, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, drums, guitar, violin, keyboard and singing.
Learning Technologies are a key component of all education programs in the school. Each classroom has a variety of digital devices, including netbooks, iPads and desktop computers. Year 3 to 6 classes have large screens in their classrooms and all Junior School classrooms have large interactive screens.
An extensive student leadership program is provided to promote nurturing and development of organisation, initiative, confidence and responsibility in our students. A proactive Student Representative Council has two representatives from each grade. Student leaders at Mount Eliza North Primary School have an increased sense of responsibility to help others and to model leadership principles and values.
There is a strong partnership between parents and staff with a high level of parent participation including: school council, Parents and Friends Association (PFA), classroom helpers, student mentoring, excursions, the camping program, fundraising and social activities.
At Mount Eliza North Primary School, we have a Principal and two Assistant Principals. The first Assistant Principal is responsible for Wellbeing, School Organization and Facilities while the second Assistant Principal¿s role is the IB PYP coordinator and curriculum - pedagogy leader. The school staff has a range of teaching experience. Our support staff includes three office staff, a first aid officer and integration aides. All staff are enthusiastic, supportive, willing to embrace change and prepared to take on additional responsibilities.
To support our students through their transition to and from primary school, the school has developed excellent relationships with Walkers Road Kindergarten, Mount Eliza Secondary College and other local schools and kindergartens.
Special Features:
International Baccalaureate World School - Primary Years Program
Year 6 Leadership Program
Student Representative Council
Learning Intervention
Phonological Awareness Program through employment of an additional Speech Therapist
Language program (French, F ¿ 4 and German 5 - 6)
Instrumental Music: 10 music instructors, various instruments
School Band & Ensemble Group
School choir Years 3 to 6
Camps: Years 2 to 6
School Council: Very active and supportive
PFA: Very active and supportive
Parent Class Representatives
Special Events:
Showcase of the Performing and Visual Arts
Year 6 Exhibition
Annual Mount Eliza Art & Design Show
Selection Criteria
Each applicant must address the below selection criteria:
1. Ability to carry out a physical role, with demonstrated gardening/handyperson aptitiude.
2. Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage and maintain grounds and gardens and complete grounds works as required within a school environment. Skills in the use of tools/technical equipment as relevant to the position.
3. Demonstrate technical knowledge, expertise and proficiency in minor repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior of buildings with a school environment. Skills in the use of tools/technical equipment as relevant to the position.
4. The capacity to engage and liaise with contractors on the school site as required and manage minor projects.
5. Demonstrate ability to identify and assess potential risks and work within DET OH&S guidelines that may impact on the safety of members of the school community (students, staff or members of the wider school community).
6. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work independently to maintain the school buildings and grounds.
Role
Position over 2 days
Performs and/or supervises tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice and school policy. This may include the supervision and coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program. Supervision and coordination would be limited to ensuring routine tasks are performed to required standards. Input into identifying training needs and development of education support class staff within the work area or educational program becomes an important feature at range 2.
Specialised support to achieve specific outcomes is a feature of range 2. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring buildings and grounds is properly maintained) or the operation of a work area (e.g. managing the day to day operations of buildings and grounds work under the direction of the principal or another senior manager.
Work professionally, courteously and cooperatively with internal and external clients. This role involves close interaction with a wide range of parents, students and staff.
Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in all aspects of the role
Maintain currency of professional knowledge and skills
Assist in ensuring that the school complies with government regulations and policies
Comply with OH&S requirements and maintain a safe and healthy workplace for self and others
Fulfil Child Safe obligations
Fulfil and duties assigned by the principal or delegate within the relevant ES dimensions of work (http://www.education. vic.gov. au/hrweb/workm/Pages/dimensSSO.aspx)
Responsibilities
Grounds and Maintenance position may include but is not limited to;
Assist with general grounds and maintenance tasks as required
Perform work as prescribed by the Business Manager and Principal
Jobs relating to grounds and open spaces including gardening, blowing leaves, planting and weeding
Operation and maintenance of power tools and equipment
Co-operation and communicate effectively with all stakeholders
Co-ordinate contractors to complete designated work
Ensure the school grounds and equipment are in a safe condition at all times
Closely follow established set routines, methods and procedures
Comply with all OHS requirements in performance of daily duties
Other duties as directed by Principal
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Other Information
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
2 April 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The ES 1.2 - Maintenance / Grounds position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
