Cleaner in Charge

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This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2025

At Atwell Primary School (PS), we believe that every child has the right to the best possible education, and the educational process is best served when the school, the child, the teacher and the parent/carer work together in a positive way to support learning.

We are a proud Independent Public School which promotes an environment where students learn to take responsibility for their actions, respect and value diversity, and see themselves as global citizens who can contribute to a more peaceful and sustainable world

Find out more about our school by visiting www.atwellps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

Atwell PS is seeking to appoint a Cleaner in Charge to join their friendly team.

The successful applicant will ideally be motivated and proactive, who take pride in being responsible for providing a high standard of cleanliness within the workplace. You will ensure school facilities are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Department of Education (DoE) procedures.

As the Cleaner in Charge, you should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, be motivated, energetic, experienced in supervising and motivating staff and manage staff performance in consultation with the Manager Corporate Services. It is highly desirable that the Cleaner in Charge has a high level of attention to detail and knowledge of DoE Cleaning Policies and Procedures.

The Cleaner in Charge will liaise with our Manager Corporate Services on all cleaning matters, and record and respond to issues and concerns detailed in the communication book. They will also be responsible for reporting maintenance issues and assisting in keeping our school well-maintained and optimised for student learning. Our Cleaner in Charge will maintain the cleaner's time book, arrange relief staff, be responsible for monitoring and ordering stock supplies and stocktake of cleaning resources and will be responsible to open and lock the school, including setting the security alarm system.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Robyn Walpole, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 6174 2400 or emailing robyn.walpole@education.wa.edu.au

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.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you will need to:

• obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current 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.
  
  

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Our aim is 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.
  • Tell us in one (1) page how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria:
    • Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to induct, coordinate and supervise the work of cleaning staff.
    • Demonstrated experience in school or commercial cleaning.
    • Demonstrated experience in the safe storage of cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals.
    • Demonstrated ability to recognise and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines.
      • A cover letter with one (1) example from your experience that best shows your knowledge, skills, and abilities in cleaning a room or surface. Include the:
        • Steps you took to clean the room or surface.
        • Chemicals used on each material.
        • Machinery used; and
        • Action taken to maintain your safety and the safety of others.
          
        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.
        
        For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
        
        Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS986371
        
        Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
        
        The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
        
        Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 11 September 2025Seniority level
        • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
        Employment type
        • Employment typeFull-time
        Job function
        • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
        • IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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