This is a permanent part-time (0.76FTE) position commencing as soon as possible

Kenwick School is an independent public school (IPS) that teaches students aged 4 to 19 years, with wide ranging special educational needs. These include severe to profound intellectual disabilities, sensory and physical impairments, as well as other complex medical and behavioural conditions. 

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

The Role

The Cleaner, under the general supervision of the Cleaner in Charge/Senior Cleaner in Charge, is responsible for a range of internal and external cleaning duties. This includes maintaining carpets and hard floor surfaces, cleaning toilets, furniture, fittings, and windows, as well as handling tasks like dusting and rubbish removal. Vacation cleaning duties involve activities such as stripping and sealing vinyl floors, shampooing carpets, and pressure cleaning verandas.

The Cleaner is also responsible for reporting faults, maintenance issues, and incidents to the designated supervisor while ensuring that schools are cleaned and maintained in compliance with Department and occupational safety standards.

This role involves working a split shift across morning and afternoon shifts.

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 Jane Connor, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 6216 4100 or emailing Jane.Connor@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. 

Apply Directly to the School: 

• Complete the application form located at the top of this advertisement. 
• Email your application form and documents to Jane.Connor@education.wa.edu.au; or
• Hand-deliver your application form and documents to our school reception at 1 Moore Street, Kenwick, WA 6107. 

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/SS1061407

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 ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 3.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 24 August 2026