Cleaner - Back Plains State School

Permanent
job
recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference QLD/DSR686108/26P

Closing date May 18, 2026

Location Toowoomba region

Status
Permanent

Contact
07 4695 8571

About this job

About Us:

Back Plains State School began as a result of a meeting that was held on the 11 August, 1877. In 1878, 10 acres was purchased and a tender put out for the building of the school and a residence. The school was known as the 'Clifton Homestead Area School' the other nearest school was at the Clifton Coal Pits. In 1918 its name was changed to Back Plains. A new building was built in 1956 (now the Administration and Library) and a new residence was built in 1961.

The school currently has approximately 25 students across Prep to Grade Six. Students are split into two different classes. The staff are committed to the education of all students and have wide range of experience in a variety of contexts to make the students experiences, challenging and rewarding.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning.
• 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.
• Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate.

About You:

• Strong communicator
• Honest and reliable
• Ability to build positive relationships
• Previous experience relevant to the role

Benefits:

• 5% superannuation,
• Supportive work environment within a collaborate team
• Professional Development opportunities

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

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 1-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.

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.

Application Downloads

Applicant Information Package.pdf

DSR686108_26P - Role Description.pdf