Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS654021
This is a permanent part-time (0.38 FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2020
Are you a dedicated, motivated and enthusiastic person with experience and a strong focus in cleaning standards and practices?
Kingston Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint an experienced, positive, enthusiastic andn reliable Cleaner in Charge to join our friendly team.
The Cleaner in Charge ensures school facilities are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Department procedure. They will organise and order stock and equipment as well as manage hazardous materials and the Material Safety Data Sheets.
The successful applicant will organise rosters and relief for staff on leave. They will manage cleaner’s time books and organise on the job training of new and current cleaning staff. They will work as a team with school staff and manage staff performance in consultation with the Manager Corporate Services.
An effective cleaner in charge will understand how communicate effectively to encourage a positive team environment. The successful applicant will ideally have previous experience leading a cleaning team. The ability to lead and develop a team and create a cohesive team environment where the team works together is desirable.
Our mission at Kingston PS is to prepare every student with the fundamentals for life success, with the skills to positively contribute to society, and the opportunity to excel. Kingston has a strong whole-school approach to literacy, numeracy and the Virtues Project which provides students with empowering strategies that inspire the practice of virtues in everyday life. The key virtues that underpin the school's ethos are Care, Courage, Respect and Excellence. We are honoured to be an Independent Public School catering to our 800 Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Our school is situated 180 km south of Perth in Australind.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further information about Kingston Primary School please visit www.kingstonprimary.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Christine Read, Manager Corporate Services for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in the Southwest by telephoning (08) 9797 5000 or emailing christine.read@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!
Your application should include:
A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager and;
- A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
- A comprehensive CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager).A completed application form. The application form can be found in the attachments at the bottom of this advertisement. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready before applying for this job as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time,
To submit your application
- Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your documents.
Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
Applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
If you are having trouble submitting your online application, please contact the Recruitment System Support team on (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 13 November 2020
PROFORMA AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED