Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS750914
This is a permanent part-time (0.63FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2022
Chidlow Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated cleaner.
The cleaner will be responsible for carrying out internal cleaning duties in accordance with Department procedures. These duties will include maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet and window cleaning, dusting and removal of cobwebs. External duties will include but not be limited to rubbish removal, cleaning of drink troughs, verandas and undercover areas including removal of cobwebs. You should have a good knowledge of vacation cleaning duties such as shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas, window cleaning and other duties as required.
Chidlow PS is a lovely semi-rural school, surrounded by natural bushland. The school enjoys a positive reputation in the community and parents are supportive and involved in school activities. Chidlow PS prides itself on our motto of ‘Working Together’. Staff work collaboratively to provide a safe, caring and positive environment to achieve our vision of “Creating champions in learning and life.”
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.
Further information about Chidlow Primary School can be found by visiting chidlowps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information
Please contact Samantha Baxter, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9573 7200 or emailing samantha.baxter@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.
- A cover letter of no more than one (1) page. Please provide one example from your past experience that best shows your knowledge, skills and abilities in cleaning a room or surface. Include the:
- steps you took to clean the room or surface
- chemicals used on each material
- machinery used; and
- action taken to maintain your safety and the safety of others.
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.
- Email your completed application form and documents to samantha.baxter@education.wa.edu.au before the closing date and time.
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:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- Complete the Department’s online training in manual tasks and hazardous substances within three months of commencement
- Complete Fundamentals of Cleaning training as soon as practicable
- Complete any other training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA. Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au)
The Department applies a ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 3.30pm (WST) on Friday, 10 June 2022
PROFORMA AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED