Cleaner

Branch: Applecross Senior High School

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Level 1, $1,256.20 - $1,275.80 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2025)

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

FTE: 0.1-1.0

Location: Ardross

Closing Date: 2026-05-05 4:30 PM

Attachments:

• applicant resource - applying for cleaner, gardener or domestic position mar2020.pdf
• applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
• published jdf - generic - cleaner - schools - l1 - mar 2023..pdf

Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS967223 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply. 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 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Applecross Senior High School (SHS), situated 8 kilometers south of the city of Perth, embraces a tradition of excellence and continues a reputation for high academic, vocational, sporting and cultural achievements for secondary students in Years 7 to 12. Our facilities include a purpose-built art block with exhibition space; a new science, library and technology building, a performing arts centre, a university style auditorium, a new gymnasium and fitness centre and tournament standard tennis courts.

Find out more about our school by visiting Applecross Senior High School or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Cleaner at Applecross SHS, your responsibilities will include carrying out internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, bathroom cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, rubbish removal and other items of general cleaning. In addition to this, you should also perform external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, removal of cobwebs and other such duties as required by the Cleaner In Charge.

You will also be responsible for reporting all faults, maintenance (including graffiti), incidents and issues to the Cleaner In Charge. Suitable applicants should be individuals who are able to work under minimal supervision and always exhibit professional conduct. You should have pride in your work and assist to keep the school environment clean and safe in accordance with Department procedures. As a cleaner at our school, you should play a vital function in creating and maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic area for our staff, students, and the community to enjoy.

You should have good attention to detail, be organised and have knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods, and practices. The suitable applicants will ideally be friendly, welcoming, and able to work well both individually and as part of a team to ensure a clean and safe school environment.

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 Nicole Keinick, Human Resources Officer, on (08) 9314 9393 or emailing nicole.keinick@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.
• In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.

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/SS1039974

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 5 May 2026