Cleaner Branch: Kensington Primary School Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Salary: Level 1, $1, - $1, per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2025) Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Part Time FTE: Location: Kensington Closing Date: 2025-09-02 4:30 PM Attachments: -
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We are seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners for permanent and fixed term, part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Kensington Primary School (PS)'s vision is to develop our students’ potential, enabling their positive contribution to the world. Our mission is to provide a learning environment that fosters successful students, excellence in teaching and learning, and engaged parents and community partners. The school motto is: ‘Together we achieve’. Our values are Creativity, Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Perseverance. We require staff that can help us deliver all of this.
Find out more about our school by visiting or .
The Role
To be suitable for this role you will ideally have a good attention to detail and will be able to work well both individually and as part of a team to ensure a clean and safe school environment. The suitable applicants will ideally be organised, reliable and punctual and have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods and practices.
As a Cleaner you will carry out both internal and external cleaning duties. Internal cleaning includes the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, cleaning of furniture and fittings, windows, toilets and dusting. External duties include rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, external windows, verandas and covered areas and cobweb removal.
You will also participate in vacation cleaning which includes stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, carpet shampooing, pressure cleaning of undercover areas and verandas, and other such duties as directed by the Cleaner-In-Charge.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
1. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
2. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
3. consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Prepare your application.
Your application should include the following:
4. CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
5. In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
6. Tell us in one (1) page how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria: Demonstrated ability to read and apply Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines. Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to, use cleaning equipment including polishers, vacuum cleaners and pressure cleaners. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and work as a member of a team
Step 2: Submit your application.
Apply Online:
7. Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
8. 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.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS977818
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: (AWST) on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
Position Title Cleaner Agency Department of Education Salary Location Kensington Unit/Division Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Branch Kensington Primary School Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref IPS/SS977818 Closing Date Position Title Cleaner Branch Kensington Primary School Location Kensington Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref IPS/SS977818 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Education Description
We are seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners for permanent and fixed term, part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Kensington Primary School (PS)'s vision is to develop our students’ potential, enabling their positive contribution to the world. Our mission is to provide a learning environment that fosters successful students, excellence in teaching and learning, and engaged parents and community partners. The school motto is: ‘Together we achieve’. Our values are Creativity, Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Perseverance. We require staff that can help us deliver all of this.
Find out more about our school by visiting or .
The Role
To be suitable for this role you will ideally have a good attention to detail and will be able to work well both individually and as part of a team to ensure a clean and safe school environment. The suitable applicants will ideally be organised, reliable and punctual and have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods and practices.
As a Cleaner you will carry out both internal and external cleaning duties. Internal cleaning includes the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, cleaning of furniture and fittings, windows, toilets and dusting. External duties include rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, external windows, verandas and covered areas and cobweb removal.
You will also participate in vacation cleaning which includes stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, carpet shampooing, pressure cleaning of undercover areas and verandas, and other such duties as directed by the Cleaner-In-Charge.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
9. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
10. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
11. consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Prepare your application.
Your application should include the following:
12. CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
13. In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
14. Tell us in one (1) page how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria: Demonstrated ability to read and apply Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines. Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to, use cleaning equipment including polishers, vacuum cleaners and pressure cleaners. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and work as a member of a team
Step 2: Submit your application.
Apply Online:
15. Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
16. 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.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS977818
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: (AWST) on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
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