Groundsperson

Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School, Toowoomba | P-6

• Term time | 8 hours per week
• Permanent | Commencing 20 January 2025
• Services staff level 1 | $30.26 – $31.23 per hour plus super

About the school

Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School is a serving and supportive Catholic community that calls on its students to think as a learner and a global citizen. The school fosters these skills in all students, enabling them to be resilient, critical thinkers with confidence for life and inspired to change the world. The experienced staff are proud of their collaborative approach and culture of improvement and continuous learning. They work in partnership with parents and together have grown a school that is very highly regarded. 

The opportunity

In this role, you will be a valued member of the college community and will maintain a high standard of grounds and facilities for students, staff and parents. 

In accordance with the Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) Act, 1966, all TCS employees must hold an ADCD licence before distributing chemicals for the control of weeds on school grounds. The successful applicant is required to hold this qualification or be willing to undergo the required training to gain this qualification. The training consists of three units of competency and can be delivered in person or online.

Please note that you will be required to either hold a current Paid Blue Card for working with children issued by Blue Card Services or be eligible to obtain one prior to commencing in this role. 

Although not mandatory, a qualification in Horticulture and relevant experience are highly valued.

Further details can be obtained from the Role Description. 

Grow with us 

As a Groundsperson with Toowoomba Catholic Schools, you will be joining a network of 32 schools, who, with the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office form Toowoomba Catholic school’s system. Through our shared purpose, enabling full and flourishing lives we support staff and students to reach their potential.  

You will receive regular support from your principal who will help you to maintain a safe, clean and attractive environment in which everyone can work and learn. 

The community you will be joining

Toowoomba is located 90 minutes’ drive west of Brisbane and boasts being Queensland’s largest inland city. Toowoomba has a great community and vibrant culture. This is coupled with a great family vibe where high quality education options are many, from Kindergarten to University; and a wide range of recreational pursuits provide something for everyone.  

As one of the fastest growing regions in Queensland, Toowoomba has a range of new and emerging infrastructure, housing and public space developments. Boasting an international airport, three hospitals, retail development and destination dining precincts, it is quickly gaining a reputation to surpass its bigger city counterparts.  

Live outside Toowoomba? We encourage you to visit the Live Toowoomba website to discover what living in Toowoomba has to offer. 

How to apply 

Please address your application to Principal, Jim Brennan. 

Click ‘apply’ to submit and include:

• a written response, of no more than two pages, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Key Result Areas in the Role Description
• your resume, to include the names of two professional referees (one must be your current Manager/Supervisor). 

To discuss this role or future opportunities, we welcome you to contact the Principal, Bridget Trenerry, by email [email protected]

Applications close Friday, 20 December 2024.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date. 

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website. 

Employment will be in accordance with the Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland 2023-2026.