Grounds and Maintenance

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Portland
Co-educational, years K-6
Permanent, Part Time Position - 8hrs Fortnightly
Commencing: 23/04/2025
Hourly Rate- $30.35-$32.21

Applications are now open for a motivated, self-starter to join the team at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Portland as the new Grounds and Maintenance Officer.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About you
The new Grounds and Maintenance Officer will:

• Be experienced in ground maintenance with the ability to carry out numerous gardening duties around the school ground (eg. weeding, edging, pruning etc)

• Hold good knowledge of lawn maintenance and cultivation

• Be able to work without supervision while meeting deadlines

• Have good communication skills and be able to work as part of a team

• Hold a current Working with Children’s Check

• Hold a current White Card and Drivers’ Licence

• Demonstrate a commitment to the ethos of the Catholic faith and mission of the school

What We Offer

• Flexibility in working hours

• Wages based on qualifications

• Diocesan-wide supportive and collaborative culture

• A great opportunity to keep your hands busy while having time in the day for personal errands

• A way to be part of shaping our students lives in safe environment

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Portland, NSW, offers a small, inclusive environment for Kindergarten to Year Six students. Our school, located on Convent Hill, reflects the spirit of St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop, founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph. Weekly Mass strengthens our ties with the local parish. With a focus on positive learning attitudes and faith development, we nurture resilience, responsibility, tolerance, and self-confidence. Our close-knit community prioritizes mutual respect and fair play, supported by a generous playground with historical views. Our dedicated staff ensures an inclusive learning environment, preparing students for lifelong success.

Click here to find out more about Portland, NSW.

How to Apply
If you think this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

•  An updated CV/Resume and cover letter

• A separate document addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

• Contact details of appropriate referees

• All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 17/04/2025.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6355 5111.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Working with Children Check Number is required for this position

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.