Cleaner - Leichardt Special School

Queensland Department of Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Leichhardt Special School, opening in 2027, seeks a reliable Cleaner to join the foundation team at Queensland Department of Education. You will contribute to a welcoming, clean and safe learning environment across classrooms and facilities.

Responsibilities include general cleaning, infection control, safe operation of cleaning equipment, reporting concerns and collaborating with staff to support health, safety and inclusivity for diverse learners.

Qualifications

• We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, demonstrates attention to detail and has a positive, flexible and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking general cleaning duties across classrooms, administration areas, amenities and shared facilities.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Safely operating cleaning equipment and handling cleaning products in compliance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance, safety or cleaning-related concerns.
• Working collaboratively with the school team to maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

Job description

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

Leichhardt Special School is a new state special school opening in 2027, providing a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for students with diverse learning needs.

We are seeking a reliable, motivated and dedicated Cleaner to join our foundation team and contribute to establishing a welcoming, clean and safe school environment from day one.

As a Cleaner, you will play an important role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across our modern school facilities, supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of students, staff and visitors.

About us:

Leichhardt Special School is being delivered to relieve enrolment pressure at Ipswich West Special School.

Leichhardt Special School, adjoining Leichhardt State School, will increase special schooling capacity and provide enrolment relief in the local school network. The first stage of the new primary special school is scheduled to open in Term 1 2027.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking general cleaning duties across classrooms, administration areas, amenities and shared facilities.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Safely operating cleaning equipment and handling cleaning products in compliance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance, safety or cleaning-related concerns.
• Working collaboratively with the school team to maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

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

About You:

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, demonstrates attention to detail and has a positive, flexible and team-focused approach. An understanding of the importance of maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for students with diverse needs will be highly regarded.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the foundation team at Leichhardt Special School and contribute to building a positive school culture guided by our values of Safe, Respectful, Learner.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.