This is a permanent part-time (0.31FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026

At Sunrise Primary School (PS), our students are at the heart of everything we do.

We are building a caring and connected school community where every child feels safe, valued, and supported to achieve their best. A clean, welcoming, and well-maintained learning environment plays a vital role in student success.

We are seeking cleaners who take pride in their work and share our commitment to creating a positive environment for students, staff, and families.

We are looking for team members who RISE by:

• Understanding that belonging matters, and contributing to a school environment where every child feels welcome.
• Embracing and respecting the diversity of our school community.
• Taking pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Working collaboratively and positively as part of a whole-school team.
• Displaying the commitment, reliability, and flexibility required to support a growing school community.
• Bringing a positive attitude, sense of fun, and willingness to contribute to our vibrant school culture.

At Sunrise PS, every role makes a difference. Our cleaners are valued members of the team, helping to create safe, clean, and inviting spaces where students can learn, grow, and thrive.

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

The Role

As a Cleaner, you will ideally contribute to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming school environment for students, staff and visitors. The role includes internal cleaning duties such as maintaining carpets and hard floor surfaces, cleaning amenities, furniture, fittings and windows, dusting and rubbish removal, along with general cleaning across school facilities.

External duties may include cleaning verandas and covered areas, drinking troughs and windows, removing cobwebs and rubbish, and supporting the general presentation of outdoor spaces. During vacation periods, the role may also include stripping and sealing vinyl floors, shampooing carpets, window cleaning and pressure cleaning verandas and undercover areas.

The successful applicant will ideally bring good attention to detail, sound organisation and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of cleaning equipment, safe cleaning procedures and appropriate cleaning methods and practices would be highly regarded.

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 Sally Woollard, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9553 8340 or emailing sally.woollard@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.  
• 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/SS1035443

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 18 November 2026