Cleaner (Urgent Search)

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Level 1, $1,191.20 - $1,210.80 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2025)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

We are seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners for permanent and fixed term, full‑time and part‑time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

South Halls Head Primary Schools aim to work closely with our community to provide an outstanding educational experience for our students. We strongly believe in success for all students, as we develop the ‘whole child’—academically, socially, emotionally, creatively and physically. Students strive to achieve, as we encourage them to take risks, to accept challenges and to learn from their mistakes. Our motto ‘My School, My Future, Our Village’ informs the direction of our school vision. As an Independent Public School, we select exemplary staff to fit with our future directions. We are passionate about education and set high expectations for both staff and students. The innovative and evidence based instructional approaches utilised by our school demonstrate that every student has the potential to be a high achiever, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities or personal circumstances.

The Role

Suitable applicants will carry out internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard‑floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, cleaning of furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting and rubbish removal. They will perform external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, and window cleaning.

They will complete vacation cleaning duties, including the stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, window cleaning, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas and undercover areas, and other such duties as required by the Cleaner‑in‑Charge. Suitable applicants ideally will be able to use a range of cleaning equipment including a backpack vacuum cleaner, a leaf blower, a carpet cleaner and a polisher.

Want to know more?

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

Eligibility

- 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.

- 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/SS980391

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 24 October 2025

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