Cleaner - Thornlands State School

1 week ago


Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

**About the Department**:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.

**About us**:
At Thornlands State School we have built a reputation as a caring, high achieving school, with excellent educational opportunities, including a quality curriculum which incorporates academic, social, cultural and sporting excellence, high behaviour standards and a commitment to continuing improvement and lifelong learning. Thornlands State School focuses on growing the whole child, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. Extension and enrichment programs, as well as structured support for all learners provide the platform for all students to be successful. Explicit teaching of behaviour expectations and social skills, in addition to an extensive array of sporting and musical opportunities complete the Thornlands' experience.

**Your role**:As the Cleaner, you will**:

- Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning support.
- Ensure that the duties prescribed for the position are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by their supervisor, in accordance with the approved school cleaning program.

**Responsibilities include**:

- General cleaning of classrooms and offices
- Cleaning windows, pictures, doorknobs, taps, sinks, drinking fountains, lavatory basins, glassware, glass doors and cupboards.
- Cleaning and sanitising toilet facilities and sick bays.
- Cleaning and maintaining equipment.
- Cobweb and mildew control, utilising extendable equipment as necessary.
- Disposal of rubbish and litter control including removal of material from drains and gutters between and/or surrounding buildings.
- Dusting including student and office furniture, equipment and fans.
- Hosing.
- Removal of graffiti.
- Sweeping and vacuuming.
- Vinyl floor maintenance including buffing, stripping and polishing.
- Other appropriate cleaning duties as directed by the Principal/Business Manager.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

**To Apply**:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



  • Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

    About the Department of Education The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making...

  • Business Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

    **About the School**: At Thornlands State School we are committed to maximising the educational outcomes for all in a supportive school environment. The Business Manager works collaboratively as a key part of our School Leadership Team. About the Role **Responsibilities include**: - Demonstrate considerable autonomy, ensuring business service outcomes are...


  • Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

    About us Thornlands State School is a well established and respected primary school located in the beautiful Redlands. We have a clear focus on growing the whole child and ensuring that every student reaches their full potential. Clear Learning and Wellbeing and Parent and Community Engagement Frameworks guide our best practice, ensuring we are a school of...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    About usThornlands State School is a well established and respected primary school located in the beautiful Redlands. We have a clear focus on growing the whole child and ensuring that every student reaches their full potential. Clear Learning and Wellbeing and Parent and Community Engagement Frameworks guide our best practice, ensuring we are a school of...

  • Educator -thornlands

    2 weeks ago


    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Childcare and Kindergarten Association Full time

    Retention Award - $1000 after 6 months- $58, $66, Super Brisbane CBD 17 mins and gorgeous Redland Bay Grow with us with unrivalled support for your learning and developmentWhere Every Child FlourishesWe are Queensland's biggest childcare and kindergarten provider with nearly 350 early services located across our sunny state. We strive to encourage a love of...


  • Brisbane, Australia Camp Australia Full time

    We are searching for our next Full-time Service Coordinator to lead our amazing team in Thornlands QLD! The Service Coordinator supports the delivery of our service to provide before and after-school care and vacation care for children in the school we partner with. We are continually improving the quality of our Service Delivery as we strive to deliver...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Camp Australia Full time

    We are searching for our next Full-time Service Coordinator to lead our amazing team in Thornlands QLDThe Service Coordinator supports the delivery of our service to provide before and after-school care and vacation care for children in the school we partner with. We are continually improving the quality of our Service Delivery as we strive to deliver...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    About the School:Wooloowin State School is primary school for Prep to Year 6 located north of Brisbane CBD. Our school offers a welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community set in charming surrounds. Our school motto is 'Building foundations for Life". At Wooloowin State School we build a positive learning culture, providing challenging, interactive...


  • Brisbane, Australia Camp Australia Full time

    Do you want to work for an organisation where people come first, and we work as one team to deliver the best experiences and outcomes for children, families, and our educators? Then Camp Australia is the place for you! We have a culture that values feedback from every voice across the organisation. This means surveys and opportunities to be part of...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    About Us:As a school community, we recognise and value greatly students' self awareness and self esteem. At Graceville State School, our behaviour management program stems from a backbone of strong values. The Pathways to Peace program supports our students from Prep to Year 6 and is reflected in all our activities. Pathways to Peace is highlighted and...


  • Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

    **About us**: Victoria Point State School is situated in the South East Education region, 38 km south-east of Brisbane on the beautiful shores of Moreton Bay. Our school was opened in 1916, with our oldest classroom block being built in 1923. Our students come from a large area including local suburbs and islands.Your Role: **As the Cleaner, you will**: -...


  • Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

    **About Us**: Marsden State School currently has 1,350 students on our Prep - Year 6 campus. In 2023, these student are allocated to 57 classes. We pride ourselves on delivering an excellent curriculum and have a rigorous learning environment that has at its core being safe, tolerant, respectful and inclusive. Marsden State School is committed to providing...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    About us: Victoria Point State School is situated in the South East Education region, 38 km south-east of Brisbane on the beautiful shores of Moreton Bay. Our school was opened in 1916, with our oldest classroom block being built in 1923. Our students come from a large area including local suburbs and islands.Your Role:As the Cleaner, you will: Contribute to...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    About Us:Marsden State School currently has 1,350 students on our Prep - Year 6 campus. In 2023, these student are allocated to 57 classes. We pride ourselves on delivering an excellent curriculum and have a rigorous learning environment that has at its core being safe, tolerant, respectful and inclusive.Marsden State School is committed to providing quality...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    Your OpportunityAs the Cleaner you will have the opportunity to:Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning support. Ensure that the duties prescribed for the position are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by their supervisor, in accordance with the approved school...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    About us:Situated in the leafy suburb of Ferny Hills, Patricks Road State School has a population of 800 students and a short 10 min walk from Ferny Grove train station. Our reputation as a highly academic school stems from the quality of our teaching and learning programs dedicated to our students. Our students are encouraged to think big, step up, pay it...


  • Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

    **Your role As the Cleaner, you will**: - Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning support. - Ensure that the duties prescribed for the position are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by their supervisor, in accordance with the approved school cleaning program. The...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    About Our School:Situated in the leafy suburb of The Gap, The Gap State High School has a population of 1700 students and is committed to Instructional Excellence with Innovated Learning in a flourishing community. Our reputation as a highly academic school stems from the quality of our teaching and learning programs dedicated to our students. Our students...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Education Full time

    Your role As the Cleaner, you will:Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning support. Ensure that the duties prescribed for the position are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by their supervisor, in accordance with the approved school cleaning program.The Cleaner...


  • Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

    Salary advertised is equivalent to 1 FTE. This is a split shift position requiring starts between 6am and 6pm About Inala State School Inala State School was established in 1955 and provides high quality education to students in the local area. Our school motto 'Through Knowledge we Grow' and our school expectations being 'Responsible, Respectful Learners',...