Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS748686
This is a permanent part-time (0.76FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2022
Ashdale Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated cleaner.
The position is for 0.38FTE for morning shift and a 0.38FTE afternoon shift. A job share arrangement may be available for the successful applicants.
We are seeking applicants who show a strong work ethic and sense of pride in being a valuable part of the Ashdale PS team. Our school is founded on the values of respect, inclusion and achievement. As a member of Ashdale’s Cleaner team, you will play a key role in the educational mission of the school, and assist in maintaining our brand-new facilities and contributing to the health, hygiene and safety of all in our school.
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, verandahs 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 verandahs, window cleaning and other duties as required.
You will communicate with the Cleaner-In-Charge and follow directions to complete other cleaning duties as instructed. The successful applicant will ideally have good attention to detail and will be able to work well with others to ensure a clean and safe school environment. You should be organised, reliable and punctual, work well both individually and as part of a team, and ideally have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods and practices.
Our staff are professionals who have the dedication, commitment and skills to help all children to learn. We have high expectations and endeavour to engage all students in teaching and learning programmes through cooperative learning approaches. This also supports the children to develop the necessary skills to work independently and collaboratively into the future.
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 Ashdale PS please visit ashdaleps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Jayne McKernan, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 6207 4506 or emailing jayne.mckernan@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 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, select one of the following options:
- 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.
- If you do not have access to a computer, or require help using one, you can visit the school during office hours (Monday to Friday, between 8:30am and 3pm) to use a school computer, with technical support available from school-based staff. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time. Support staff are not available to assist with the content for your application. Hand-deliver your completed application form and documents to the school reception 51 Ashdale Boulevard, Darch 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 AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
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
- 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
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course; and
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
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 four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 3.00pm (WST) on Wednesday, 8 June 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.