Cleaner for New Special School - Shape a Safe Campus

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 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