Southern Vales Christian College

Grounds and Maintenance Officer Aldinga Campus Information Pack March 2017

Index: General description... 3 Grounds and Maintenance Officer Aldinga Campus... 4 The Position... 4 1. Overview... 4 2. Terms and Conditions of Employment... 4 3. Reporting/Working Relationships... 4 4. Key Responsibilities/Duties... 4 5. Other... 5 Person Specification... 5 1. Essential Requirements... 5 2. Desirable Characteristics... 5 Application requirements... 6 Closing date for Applications... 6 Queries... 6 Completed Applications... 6 Terms and Conditions of Employment (Non-Teaching Staff)... 7 1. Ministry... 7 2. Ethos, Aims and Objectives... 7 3. Operation of the College... 8 4. Professional Development... 8 5. General Items... 8 Mission Statement... 9 Vision Statement... 9 SVCC Distinctives... 9 Confession of Faith... 10 Application Form Non-teaching position Page 1... 11 Application Form Non-teaching position Page 2... 13 Pastor s/minister s Reference... 14 2

Southern Vales Christian College General description Southern Vales Christian College is a Foundation to Year 12 school. We are one school, with two campuses, Morphett Vale and Aldinga. Our staff are passionate and dedicated to high quality education. Each one is a committed Christian with a calling to serve the students and families of the College. We see each young person as unique and made in the image of God. Senior school programs are tailored to the needs of each student and include pathways to both university and TAFE as well as into apprenticeships and employment. The college uses Understanding by Design as the pedagogical approach to teaching and learning. We are invested in developing students that deeply understand concepts, who have a Godly character and display attributes of the 21 st century learner. Our goal is to produce graduates who understand what and why they believe and are influential in society. 3

To be read in conjunction with the Terms and Conditions of Employment Non-teaching Staff (included herein). All staff at Southern Vales Christian College are practicing Christians who are in regular and ongoing fellowship with a local church. Grounds and Maintenance Officer Aldinga Campus Contract position, commencing as soon as possible to the end of Term 4, 2017 Applications Close Monday 27 March 2017 The Position 1. Overview The position will involve the overall maintenance and development of the College, gardens, and lawns; Available for working bees, open days, etc.; Responsibility for the security of the College and be prepared to attend as call out to after hours alarms. 2. Terms and Conditions of Employment The position being offered is 22.5 hours per week (full time equivalent 0.475) during term time (when students are present): These hours may be reviewed from time to time. 3. Reporting/Working Relationships Responsible to the Business Manager for the day to day tasks. Accountable to the Principal and the Business Manager. 4. Key Responsibilities/Duties General maintenance and repair of the campus Security of premises; Opening of the College; Maintenance of walkways; Cleaning out sumps; Painting; Repairs to walls, paving, tree guards, fences, miscellaneous; Graffiti removal; Whipper snipping; Irrigation maintenance; Oversee waste disposal Be involved in projects, maintenance and cleaning tasks as needed, car parking duties as required School event logistics, may require out of hours work 4

Cross campus maintenance as required Other minor duties as directed. 5. Other Keep abreast of technological changes industry; Keep abreast of new technology, tools, machinery and information; Participate in the life of the College (as required) in: o Staff meetings both full and sectional; o School Events; Person Specification 1. Essential Requirements Personal abilities/aptitudes/skills Appropriate Trade Qualifications (eg Building, Plumbing, Electrical) and/or experience and training, in the industry; Good level of fitness; An understanding of current resources relevant to the position; Current driver s licence; Ability to follow instructions and work in a team. 2. Desirable Characteristics Enthusiastic, self-motivated person Possess excellent communication, relational and organisational skills and abilities Active and committed member of a Christian church Able to relate well with staff Able to relate well with students from Foundation to Year 12 Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to the changing needs of any school day 5

Application requirements Thank you for taking the time to apply for this position. Your application should be made on the College application form which is included with this document. We ask that you also obtain a pastoral reference from your pastor or minister please use the form that is included with this document. Closing date for Applications Applications close at 5.00pm on Monday, 27 March 2017 Queries Any queries should be directed to Peter Norris, Business Manager: E: peter.norris@svcc.sa.edu.au T: 08 8488 0000 Completed Applications Completed applications should be addressed to: Southern Vales Christian College Grounds and Maintenance Officer Position PO Box 70 Morphett Vale SA 5162 6

Terms and Conditions of Employment (Non-Teaching Staff) 1. Ministry The task of bringing children up into maturity is a responsibility that God has given to parents (Deuteronomy 6:4-9 and Ephesians 6:1-4). In our complex and specialised world, this is a very onerous task. God has given the church a gift of teaching and so it is entirely appropriate that the church assist parents by providing schooling (Ephesians 6:4) that will enable children to speak the truth in love and to grow up unto Him, who is the Head, that is Christ Ephesians 4:15 NIV). The College is a community of learning that has a threefold responsibility: Equipping, developing and training students. Assisting them to grow in the knowledge and understanding of Jesus Christ. Helping them to learn to work together in unity. Southern Vales Christian College is a ministry of Harvest Australia Church (formerly Morphett Vale Baptist Church), raised up by the Lord for these purposes. Staff presence in the College should be as a result of a call from the Lord to exercise their God-given gifts in the context of the ministry of the College. Viewing the College as a ministry, staff will have servant hearts. Anything less will reduce their presence to that of a hired labourer. All staff members shall be active members of a Christian church. Education is a demanding ministry involving commitment to classes, individuals and staff. To engage students in learning as well as loving is quite often not without personal cost to the educator. The only answer to such pressures is to be totally reliant upon God s strength. It is the responsibility of each member of staff to: Be fervent in prayer. Faith-filled. Ready for service. Exhibit character traits which honour the Lord. Use teaching methods that reflect God s ways. Relate to others in unity. 2. Ethos, Aims and Objectives The ethos, aims and objectives of the college are based on: Acceptance of the Lordship of Christ. Acceptance of the Bible as the written Word of God. The College aims to provide schooling of excellence that: Nurtures self-discipline in the student while teaching him or her to accept the discipline of the College, the church and to obey the laws of Government. Trains the student in the moral and ethical standards of the Bible. Develops the student s creative and critical abilities. Stresses cooperation rather than competition. Encourages the development of the students gifts, skills and abilities for the service of the Kingdom and the world. The College adheres to the Creationist model as the basis of its teaching programme. 7

Each member of staff shall be aware of and in agreement with: The College Mission Statement The College Distinctives The College Vision Statement The College Confession of Faith Each of the above is included later in this document, starting on the next page. All staff are required to teach in a way that is consistent with the policies of the College. 3. Operation of the College The College Board is responsible to Harvest Australia Church (formerly Morphett Vale Baptist Church) leadership for the general oversight of operations and the determination of broad policies. It is the body legally responsible for the College s activities. The Principal has been delegated the day-to-day responsibility of the College. This includes the responsibility of interpreting the aims and objectives consistent with the ethos of the College and the authority for the operation of the College. The Principal recommends to the Board the engagement and dismissal of staff. You will: Be supportive in respect of these matters. Set an example of personal conduct and attitude consistent with the ethos of the College. Carry out the implementation of the curriculum and College s programmes responsibly. 4. Professional Development All staff shall participate in the annual retreat, usually held in the last week of the summer holidays, and other conferences and workshops as deemed appropriate by the Principal and the Leadership Team. You will be encouraged to undertake other professional development opportunities as determined through the Performance Management and Development programme. 5. General Items Your employment will be subject to the provisions of the College s Enterprise Agreement. The College grants long service leave and sick/special leave in accordance with the appropriate legislation. Applications for long service leave shall be made eighteen months in advance of the date required and shall be for a whole term. Superannuation is also available. Sick leave/compassionate leave may be taken on full pay, part pay or without pay by application and subject to the discretion of the Principal. Realistic limits are expected. You will be expected to apply yourself exclusively to College work and not engage in any other employment without express permission in writing to the Principal. The College reserves the right to make changes to the conditions of your employment in line with: The provisions of the Award. The needs of the College. The counsel of the Board, the Principal and the Leadership Team. 8

Mission Statement Southern Vales Christian College aspires to be a vibrant Christ-centred learning community where students will develop a passion for lifelong education that values creativity, excellence, resilience and faith. Vision Statement Southern Vales Christian College is a ministry of Harvest Australia Church (formerly Morphett Vale Baptist Church. It is a College in which Christian parents can, with confidence, have their children taught by teachers and served by staff and board members who: have a clear commitment of Jesus as Lord and Saviour show a capacity to apply their faith to the concepts of curriculum and the realities of life and provide an education relevant for the future in such a way that students will: capture a passion for Jesus as the Way, the Truth and the Life be encouraged to serve Him with their gifts and abilities develop their full potential. Trusting in God and the power of His Spirit, students will: be confident in God's sovereignty and their personal relationship with Christ grow in their personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ be equipped with the Biblical knowledge and life skills that will enable them to apply such learning in their present and future lives in a way that will bring glory and honour to our Lord Jesus Christ. SVCC Distinctives All staff are committed Christians Students are enrolled primarily from Christian families Each student is loved and accepted Students are encouraged to apply Biblical truth to their lives We encourage integration of students with disabilities and special needs Our curriculum is Christ centered and Biblically based The College is a praying community The College is a celebrating community According to their God-given gifts and abilities, students are encouraged to: o honour and develop their giftings o be secure in their uniqueness o succeed and excel o learn and develop within the community o serve others o understand God s call on their lives 9

Confession of Faith We believe in the Divine inspiration, the infallibility and supreme authority of the Old and New Testaments in their entirety and that the Holy Spirit so moved the writers that what they wrote are authoritative statements of truth for all matters of faith and conduct. We believe there is one God in whom there are three equal Divine Persons, revealed as the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, and who, of His own sovereign will, created the heavens, the earth and all that is contained within the Universe. We believe the Lord Jesus Christ is the eternally existing, only begotten Son of the Father, conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. As God he became flesh and dwelt among us; as man He was God. We believe all men are in a fallen, sinful and lost condition through the rebellion of Adam and Eve, who were created without sin and in this state of depravity are helpless to save themselves and are under the condemnation of God to eternal punishment in Hell. We believe that salvation from the penalty and consequences of sin is found only through the substitutionary, atoning death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe it is the Holy Spirit alone who convicts men of sin, leads them to repentance, creates faith within them and regenerates and fills those who believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as Lord. It is the indwelling Spirit who bestows the Gifts of the Spirit and manifests the Fruit of the Spirit in the believer. We believe Christ died for our sins, was buried and on the third day rose from the dead; that He appeared to men who touched Him and knew His bodily presence and that He ascended to His Father. We believe the Lord Jesus Christ will return in person with His saints, that the full consummation of the Kingdom of God awaits His return. We believe those who have been regenerated by the Holy Spirit will receive a resurrection body at the return of Jesus Christ and be forever with the Lord, while those who have not believed will be resurrected to stand at the Judgement Seat of God to receive His judgement and eternal condemnation to Hell. We believe in the actual existence of Satan who is the father of all evil and opposed to God although ultimately subject to the purposes of God and destined to be confined forever to Hell. We believe the church is the Body of Christ composed of all believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, which finds its visible manifestation in the local community of believers and ministers through the cooperative of God-given gifts by the entire membership. Each local church is to order its life without interference from any authority whether civil or ecclesiastical. We believe there are two ordinances instituted by the Lord Jesus Christ Baptism by immersion of all believers as a prerequisite for church membership. The Lord's Supper which is a memorial and proclamation of the Lord's death until He returns. Variations to these clauses will be accepted to allow for different convictions about these two beliefs 10

Application Form Non-teaching position Page 1 PERSONAL INFORMATION Application Date:. Which Position (and Campus) are you applying for?. Through what means did you hear about the position?... (if a website, please tell us which one) Name Address.. Postcode... Email Address Phone (home)... Mobile... Date and place of birth Marital status... Spouse's name... Children (include ages) Other dependants General state of health Have you had any recent major illness? If so, describe Any other personal factors Are you an Australian citizen or a permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen who entered Australia on a current New Zealand passport?... Yes/No If not, do you hold a valid visa with work entitlements?... Yes/No When considering your application the College may request evidence of your entitlement to work in Australia. 11

CHRISTIAN AFFILIATION What is your denominational preference? Which church do you regularly attend? Ministers name... Phone... Ministers address... Postcode... Note: Please ask your pastor/minister to complete the Reference form included with the application pack and forward it with your application. 12

Application Form Non-teaching position Page 2 AS WELL AS COMPLETING THE PREVIOUS PAGE, PLEASE PROVIDE US WITH: 1. Brief personal statements under the following headings: 2. References How and when you became a Christian What being a Christian has meant to you What activities you are involved in with your church How your Christian experience has led you to make this application Why you believe God is calling you to work at Southern Vales Christian College Pastor s/minister s reference (using the form provided by the College) the names, addresses and contact numbers for three professional referees who can testify to your character and professional ability. 3. A current resumé/cv which should include at least: Education/Training Training courses (including Bible College if applicable) you have completed (include Qualification, Institution and year completed) Employment Experience List all your employment experience. Any other experience relevant to the position you are applying for PLEASE NOTE: All staff at Southern Vales Christian College are required to hold a current Police clearance and be trained in Mandatory Notification and First Aid. Please provide copies of each of these with your application. If you do not hold these, you will be required to obtain them should your application be successful. CHECKLIST FOR COMPLETED APPLICATION (please indicate in the check boxes that they are enclosed): This Application Form Personal Statements (1. above) Referees (2. above) Resumé/CV (3. above) Police Clearance Senior First Aid Certificate Mandatory Notification Transcripts of relevant qualifications 13

Pastor s/minister s Reference Please ask your Pastor or Minister of Religion to fill in the following form. Your Title & Name Name of Church & Address Phone I have known for years. (applicant s name) Current Attendance - Please tick one box Regular Irregular Seldom No affiliation Current Involvement - Please tick one box Dedicated Adequate Minimal No Involvement Please briefly describe the applicant s involvement Please tick one of the following I fully support s (applicant s name) application and believe that he/she would be an asset to the College. I support the application with some reservations. I am unable to support this application. For confidential reasons I am unable to support this application. Feel free to contact me for further information. Please add any further comments Signed: Date: Thank you for your time. JENNY NELSON Principal 14