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 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Dudley Park Primary School (PS) was opened in 1976 and is set is amongst the Tuart trees in the heart of Mandurah. We are a Positive Behaviour School (PBS) and offer a broad curriculum for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our four Expectations for Success: Safe, Friendly, Respect and Achieve have been developed in partnership with students and families and they guide all that we do at our school. We support the development of younger children in the community through the Dudley Park Child and Parent Centre. Students at Dudley Park PS come from a variety of social and cultural backgrounds. We are extremely proud of the indigenous heritage of our community. Our community serves approximately 378 students, with 20% being Aboriginal, and an increasing enrolment of students whose first language is not English.

Find out more about our school by visiting Dudley Park Primary School or Schools Online.

The Role

To be suitable for this role you will ideally have a good attention to detail and take pride in your work. The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and to work alone is an desirable component of this role. You will ideally be organised, reliable and punctual and have a good knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods, and practices. You will ideally assist the cleaning team as they strive to keep the school environment clean and safe in accordance with Department procedures under direction of the Cleaner-in-charge.

As a cleaner you will carry out internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, rubbish removal, and other items of general cleaning. In addition, you will also carry out external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning, removal of cobwebs and other general cleaning duties.

During vacation times, you will also undertake the stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, window cleaning, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas and undercover areas, and other such duties as required 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).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tanya Marino, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9586 0650 or emailing tanya.marino@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. 

Apply Directly to the School: 

• Complete the application form located at the top of this advertisement. 
• Email your application form and documents to tanya.marino@education.wa.edu.au or 
• Hand-deliver your application form and documents to our school reception at 64 Gillark Street, Dudley Park, WA, 6210

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/SS1060051

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

Applications close: 3.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 20 August 2026