St Patrick’s Primary School is seeking a Grounds and Maintenance Officer to join our friendly school environment. This is an exciting fixed term part time opportunity to be part of Catholic Education in the Sandhurst Diocese.

This role is responsible for maintaining the school grounds, performing general maintenance tasks, identifying and reporting safety hazards, and assisting with ad hoc projects as needed. The goal is to ensure that the school’s buildings, grounds, and gardens are consistently safe, functional, and well-presented.

The successful candidate must adhere to all Occupational Health & Safety and WorkSafe standards at all times, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and safety tools.

The Position

• Title: Grounds and Maintenance Officer
• Classification: Schools Services Officer Level 2
• Salary per hour:
• FTE / Hours per fortnight: 10.7
• Employment Status: Fixed Term 26/01/2026
• Location: Wangaratta
• Other Requirements: WWCC and National Police Check
• Potential start date: as soon as possible

About St Patrick’s Primary School Wangaratta

St Patrick’s Primary School, Wangaratta was officially opened in 1822 and founded by the Brigidine Order. Our motto is Living, loving and learning in Christ.

St. Patrick’s Primary School is located in the centre of town in St Patrick’s Parish. Our school will have an expected 2025 enrolment of 230 students and 33 staff members.

About You

• Hold (or are willing to obtain) a current Working With Children Check and National Police Check
• Qualified or experienced in horticulture, turf maintenance, and safe herbicide handling
• Skilled in the use and care of gardening, lawn, and maintenance tools and equipment
• Knowledgeable in Occupational Health & Safety practices and compliance
• Committed to the values and ethos of Catholic Education and the Diocese of Sandhurst
• Calm, reliable, and proactive with a strong work ethic
• A strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

 What We Offer You.

• The chance to contribute to the success and sustainability of a thriving school environment.
• Opportunity to pride in presentation of the school’s beautiful grounds and gardens, helping to create a space the whole community can be proud of.
• Engagement with a school community that celebrates inclusivity, faith, and shared values.

 Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. 

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

It’s an exciting time to be in Catholic Education! 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: Friday 20 June 2025 at 5.00 pm

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.  

For more information about CESL or to register for future opportunities, please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.