This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

At Caversham Valley Primary School (PS), we believe that diversity, inclusivity and integrity are our strengths and we are committed to working in partnership with our school community to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters student engagement, growth and the pursuit of excellence.

The school is driven by a deep belief that every student is capable of successful learning. A high priority is given to building and maintaining positive and caring relationships between staff, students and parents. There is a strong collegial culture of mutual trust and support among teachers, school leaders and parents, who are treated as partners in the promotion of student learning and wellbeing. Our staff are committed to providing a culturally responsive approach that meets the needs of our diverse community.

Find out more about our school by visiting cavershamvalleyps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

The Cleaner in Charge would be responsible for organising and supervising the school cleaning staff including the relief for staff on leave, rosters and highlighting issues and concerns on behalf of cleaners, they will manage cleaners time books and organise on the job training of new and current cleaning staff. They will work as a team with school staff including the gardener and manage staff performance in consultation with the Manager Corporate Services.

The successful applicant will ideally have good attention to detail and will be able to work well with others to ensure a clean and safe school environment. The successful applicant should have good interpersonal and team motivational skills and be happy to receive and carry out instructions as required. The successful applicant will be responsible for making online purchases and completing appropriate financial documentation, together with keeping within the prescribed budget.

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 George Craig, Principal, on (08) 9461 2700 or emailing george.craig@education.wa.edu.au

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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.  
• Tell us in two (2) pages how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria:
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to induct, coordinate and supervise the work of cleaning staff.
  • Demonstrated experience in school or commercial cleaning.
  • Demonstrated experience in the safe storage of cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals.
  • Demonstrated ability to recognise and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines

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/SS1061251

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 24 August 2026