Cleaner

Catholic; George Town; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Star of the Sea Catholic College in George Town, Tasmania, is seeking a Cleaner for 0.45 FTE (17 hours per week) with a 2:00pm-5:00pm shift to maintain a clean, safe school environment.

The role supports learning by keeping classrooms and shared spaces tidy; duties include sweeping, dusting, waste removal, and assisting after incidents.

Applicants must have industry experience, tools, and clear background checks; ongoing part-time position with a stable schedule.

Qualifications

• Integrity, reliability and strong time management are essential.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and handle competing demands.
• Initiative and problem-solving to keep spaces clean and safe.
• Flexibility and dependability in shift-based role.
• Experience with hand and power tools is desirable.
• Experience in commercial cleaning is required.
• Working with Vulnerable People Registration is required.
• National Police Check is required.
• Work Health Assessment prior to commencement is required.
• Manual handling knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, vacuum and mop floors in classrooms and facilities.
• Dust and wipe desks and high-touch surfaces.
• Clean accessible fittings and maintain windows and glass surfaces.
• Empty bins and assist with rubbish removal.
• Assist with cleaning after incidents or weather events.

Skills

Integrity

Prioritisation

Initiative

Flexibility

Reliability

Experience with hand and power tools

Experience in commercial cleaning

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job no: 493314
Work type: Ongoing part time
Location: Star of the Sea Catholic College - George Town
Categories: Utility employee

Cleaner

Star of the Sea Catholic College, George Town

0.45FTE (17 hours per week) | Ongoing

Hours: 2:00pm-5:00pm approx

Classification: Utility Officer Level 1

Why Work at Star of the Sea Catholic College?

Star of the Sea Catholic College is committed to providing quality education in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. With small class sizes, strong pastoral care, and a culture that celebrates diversity, our teachers are empowered to deliver personalised learning that supports every student’s academic, spiritual and wellbeing needs.

Located on Tasmania’s stunning north coast, George Town offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, affordable living, rich history, and easy access to beaches, outdoor recreation and a welcoming community. It’s an ideal place to build your career while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

About the Role

The School Cleaner plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, hygienic and safe environment for the school. This work directly supports student learning by ensuring classrooms, facilities and shared spaces are welcoming, well-maintained and instructionally supportive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Sweep, vacuum and mop floors; use safety signage appropriately.
• Dust and wipe desks, tables, counters and high-touch points.
• Clean accessible classroom and office fittings.
• Maintain windows and glass surfaces.
• Empty bins and assist with larger rubbish removal.
• Assist with cleaning after accidents, weather events or vandalism.

About You

You will demonstrate:

• Integrity and reliability.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands
• Initiative and constructive problem-solving
• Flexibility, adaptability and dependability
• Experience with hand and power tools
• Experience in commercial cleaning
• Valid Working with Vulnerable People Registration
• Current National Police Criminal History Check
• Work Health Assessment (prior to commencement)
• Manual handling knowledge

Applications close: Friday 13 th November 2026 at 1pm

Advertised: 28 Oct 2026 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: 13 Nov 2026 Tasmania Daylight Time

• Star of the Sea Catholic College - George Town 1

Categories

School Support Employees

• Utility employee 1

Acknowledgement of Country

Catholic Education Tasmania acknowledges and deeply respects the Palawa people, the Tasmanian Aboriginal Community, and all Elders past and present.

We are committed to learning alongside our students and community in this place, lutruwita, and support the continued sharing of knowledge and Culture.