Cleaner

Department Of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of Northam; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental educational agency is seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners for various permanent and fixed-term vacancies in Western Australia. Responsibilities include internal and external cleaning duties and maintaining the school's hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills, with a commitment to their work. Applications are welcome from diverse backgrounds, and are open until 4:30 PM (AWST) on Friday, 23 January.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal cleaning duties including maintenance of carpets and hard floors.
• Conduct external cleaning including verandas and covered areas.
• Execute vacation cleaning such as stripping vinyl floors and pressure cleaning.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Work well as a member of a team

Take pride in their work

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the school year.

Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

About the School

Katanning Senior High School is a unique and distinctive secondary school located in the heart of the Great Southern region of Western Australia, only 2.5 hours from Perth.

Our students engage in a challenging and comprehensive educational program within a caring and nurturing environment.

We are proud to foster a culture that values Respect, Achievement, Perseverance, and Tolerance.

We are currently undertaking a comprehensive school improvement program which includes significant investment in: Developing a reflective practice culture, Embedding data-driven decision making, Implementing high-impact teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Internal cleaning duties including maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, and rubbish removal.
• External cleaning duties including cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning, and removal of cobwebs.
• Vacation cleaning duties including stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, window cleaning, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas and undercover areas, and other duties as required by the Cleaner-in-Charge.

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively.
• Work well as a member of a team.
• Take pride in their work.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility

• Obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
• Consent to a Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.

Application Instructions

We aim to make it easy for you to apply!

Step 1: Prepare your application

Your application should include the following:

• CV / Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
• A one (1) page cover letter sharing how your skills and experiences match this role.

Step 2: Submit your application

Apply Online: Click 'Apply for Job' and complete the online application.

Have your documents ready to attach.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Technical Support

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number

IPS / SS. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close

4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 January.