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Job Title


Cleaner In Charge


Company : Department of Education, Western Australia


Location : Perth, Western Australia


Created : 2026-01-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewThis is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026. At Belridge Secondary College (SC), our culture of respect for self, respect for others and the space, ensures that our students are able to develop as learners in a safe, supportive environment. Our wrap-around student services model provides the highest possible care, placing the student at the centre of everything we do. Find out more about our school by visiting belridgecollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.The RoleBelridge SC is seeking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable Cleaner in Charge.The Cleaner in Charge is responsible for opening/closing the school, carrying out internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, rubbish removal, and other items of general cleaning. They will also carry out external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning, removal of cobwebs, general cleaning, and other such duties as required. Additionally, they will be required to complete vacation cleaning duties, which will include 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.The successful applicant will ideally have experience in supervising staff, as they will work alongside school staff and manage staff performance in consultation with the Manager Corporate Services. In addition, the Cleaner in Charge will liaise with the Manager Corporate Services on all cleaning matters, and record and respond to issues and concerns. They will maintain the cleaner''s time book, arrange relief staff, be responsible for monitoring and ordering stock supplies and stocktake of cleaning resources. The successful applicant should have good attention to detail and will be able to work well with others to ensure a clean and safe school environment. You will ideally be organised, reliable and punctual. The successful applicant should work well both individually and as part of a team, motivating others. You will ideally be a good communicator and be able to negotiate solutions that meet school and individual expectations. You should ideally have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods and practices.Equity, Diversity and InclusionWe 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.EligibilityTo 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 InstructionsOur 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 page how your skills and experiences relate to these selection criteria; the remaining selection criteria will be addressed at further assessment. Demonstrated ability to induct, coordinate and supervise the work of cleaning staff. Demonstrated experience in school or commercial cleaning.A cover letter with one 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 safety.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/SS1024103. 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.Closing dateApplications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 12 February 2026#J-18808-Ljbffr