Cleaner - Berrinba Special School

Queensland Department of Education; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education in Brisbane is inviting applications for a role joining the foundation cleaning team at the new Berrinba Special School opening in 2027. This is a unique chance to contribute to a safe, welcoming learning environment from the ground up.

You will be part of a small team delivering 2 x 38-hour split shifts and 30 x split shift cleaning across classrooms, admin areas and shared spaces, with a strong focus on hygiene, safety and flexibility in a special education

Qualifications

• Our cleaning staff will play an important role in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.
• Is reliable, organised and able to work independently and as a team.
• Demonstrates initiative and can respond flexibly to changing priorities.
• Understands the importance of hygiene, safety, discretion and dignity when working in a special school environment.
• Has a positive attitude and enjoys being part of a supportive team.
• Is committed to contributing to an inclusive and respectful school culture.

Responsibilities

• Our cleaning staff will play an important role in maintaining the cleanliness, hygiene and presentation of our school throughout the day, particularly in high-traffic areas and shared facilities.
• Maintaining clean, safe and hygienic classrooms, administration areas, amenities and shared learning spaces.
• Undertaking regular cleaning and sanitisation of high-touch surfaces and student facilities.
• Responding promptly to cleaning needs and unexpected incidents throughout the school day.
• Supporting additional cleaning requirements associated with the diverse needs of students in a special school environment.
• Monitoring and replenishing cleaning and hygiene supplies.
• Working collaboratively with our facilities team, teaching staff and school leadership.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures, infection control practices and departmental cleaning standards.

Skills

Reliability

Organisation

Independent work

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Hygiene & safety

Job description

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

Join our Foundation Team - Berrinba Special School opening in 2027

An exciting opportunity exists to join our brand-new special school in Berrinba, opening in Term 1, 2027!

We are seeking a dedicated, reliable and proactive Cleaners to join our foundation team and help establish a safe, clean and welcoming learning environment for our students, staff and school community.

As a new special school, this is a unique opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning and contribute to building a positive and inclusive school culture.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

Joining our foundation team means more than just starting a new job. You'll have the opportunity to help shape the culture and environment of a brand-new school, establish positive working relationships and make a meaningful difference

• 2 x 38-hour split shift
• 30 x Split shift cleaner.

Responsibilities include:

• Our cleaning staff will play an important role in maintaining the cleanliness, hygiene and presentation of our school throughout the day, particularly in high-traffic areas and shared facilities.
• Key responsibilities include:
• Maintaining clean, safe and hygienic classrooms, administration areas, amenities and shared learning spaces.
• Undertaking regular cleaning and sanitisation of high-touch surfaces and student facilities.
• Responding promptly to cleaning needs and unexpected incidents throughout the school day.
• Supporting additional cleaning requirements associated with the diverse needs of students in a special school environment.
• Monitoring and replenishing cleaning and hygiene supplies.
• Working collaboratively with our facilities team, teaching staff and school leadership.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures, infection control practices and departmental cleaning standards.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

About You:

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.
• Is reliable, organised and able to work independently and as a team.
• Demonstrates initiative and can respond flexibly to changing priorities.
• Understands the importance of hygiene, safety, discretion and dignity when working in a special school environment.
• Has a positive attitude and enjoys being part of a supportive team.
• Is committed to contributing to an inclusive and respectful school culture.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.