Cleaning Services Assistant

Mareeba Aged Care; Swan Hill; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Respect Alcheringa is seeking a dedicated Cleaning Services Assistant to join our friendly team. In this casual role, you will maintain high cleanliness, hygiene, and infection control across the home, helping create a safe, welcoming environment for residents, visitors and staff.

You will need previous experience in cleaning services or similar support roles, knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling, and a current National Police Certificate or the ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning services or similar support roles.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, safe handling procedures and infection prevention.
• A current National Police Certificate (or ability to obtain one) is required.
• Experience in aged care, healthcare or hospitality is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality cleaning across resident rooms, communal areas and workspaces.
• Maintain hygiene standards and infection control throughout the home.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Infection control knowledge

Chemical safety

National Police Certificate

Job description

We’re looking for a dedicated Cleaning Services Assistant to join the warm and welcoming team at Respect Alcheringa.

If you take pride in creating clean, fresh, and welcoming spaces, and enjoy making a positive difference in the lives of older people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

In this casualrole, you’ll play an important part in supporting our residents’ health and wellbeing by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and infection control throughout our home. Your work will help create a safe, comfortable, and homelike environment where residents feel respected, valued, and cared for every day.

At Respect, we don’t just value what you do—we value who you are. We’re looking for someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and is committed to providing a clean and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and team members.

About Us

Respect is a proud not-for-profit organisation that has been caring for older Australians since 1922. With homes and services across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania, our purpose is simple but powerful: to care for older people in our communities with dignity, respect, and belonging.

We believe everyone deserves a life well lived, and we’re growing a community of people who share that belief.

About the Role

As a Cleaning Services Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality cleaning services throughout the home, ensuring all resident rooms, communal areas, and workspaces are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. You’ll work as part of a supportive team to help provide a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

• Previous experience in cleaning services or a similar support services role.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, safe handling procedures, and infection prevention and control practices.
• A current National Police Certificate (or the ability to obtain one).
• Experience in residential aged care, healthcare, hospitality, or a similar environment is highly regarded.

To be considered for employment with Respect, all candidates must satisfy the legislative requirements of the Aged Care Worker Screening process to ensure suitability to work in the aged care sector.

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and enjoy working in a supportive team environment, we’d love to hear from you.