We are seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners In Charge for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

At Darkan Primary School (PS), we continually endeavour to create a welcoming and engaging classroom environment. We value community involvement and welcome families as partners in education, believing that by maximising parent/carer input and communication, we increase opportunities for our students to reach their potential.

Darkan PS is a vibrant and unique rural primary school located within a progressive farming community. We pride ourselves on offering our students an environment that is safe, nurturing, and respectful. Holding high expectations of our students, we strive to support them to persevere as life-long learners and to become valued members of any community. We achieve this through the provision of stimulating learning environments which promote social, physical, emotional and creative growth opportunities for everyone in our school.

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

The Role

The Cleaner in Charge will have the opportunity to be responsible for overseeing the opening and closing of the school and performing various internal and external cleaning duties. This includes maintaining carpets and hard floor surfaces, cleaning toilets, furniture, and fittings, dusting, window cleaning, rubbish removal, and other general cleaning tasks.

Externally, the role involves cleaning verandas, covered areas, and drinking troughs, removing cobwebs, and performing general upkeep of the grounds. The Cleaner in Charge will also oversee vacation cleaning tasks such as stripping and sealing vinyl floors, shampooing carpets, pressure cleaning verandas and undercover areas, and other related duties.

Suitable applicants should have the ability to manage their workload and work alongside school staff, ensuring optimal performance in consultation with the Manager of Corporate Services. The Cleaner in Charge should maintain the cleaner’s time book, monitor and order cleaning supplies, conduct regular stocktakes and manage equipment maintenance and replacement.

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 Emma Young, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6716 8900 or emailing emma.young@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 two (2) 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. 

Apply Directly to the School: 

• Complete the application form located at the top of this advertisement. 
• Email your application form and documents to emma.young@education.wa.edu.au; or 
• Hand-deliver your application form and documents to our school reception at Darkan Primary School, Darkan South Road, Darkan, WA 6392. 

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: SS/SS1060987

The Department applies a ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 25 November 2026