Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS822616
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023
Shorehaven Primary School (PS) is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic dedicated and reliable Cleaner in Charge (CIC) to lead our cleaning team.
The CIC is responsible for the management of cleaning resources, timetabling of rosters, vacation cleaning procedures, maintenance of cleaning equipment, and the cleaning of allocated internal and external areas. You should have pride in your work, as a member of the team keeping our school environment a clean and hygienic place for our students and staff to learn and enjoy.
The successful applicant will organise and supervise our cleaning team with responsibility for locking and unlocking the school at each end of the day, including setting the security alarm system. They will provide on the job induction training for all new cleaning staff, conduct monthly cleaning inspections as well as record and respond to issues and concerns detailed in the communication book.
As a team leader, the successful applicant should have good communication and interpersonal skills and be a conscientious, reliable worker having knowledge of the cleaning processes and cleaning equipment. Understanding the Education Department policies and procedures would be beneficial.
Located in Alkimos, Shorehaven PS’s catchment area takes in students from the Shorehaven, Amberton Beach and Alkimos Vista estates. It is the first primary school to be purpose built for 650 students, hence the need for a well-coordinated cleaning team.
At Shorehaven PS, we recognise the important role that each staff member will make in helping our school to be the very best it can be. As such, the Cleaner in Charge will be invited to participate in activities regarding the culture and direction of our school.
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.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to induct, coordinate and supervise the work of cleaning staff.
- Experience in school or commercial cleaning.
- Experience in the safe storage of cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals.
- Ability to recognise and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
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For job related information
Please contact Julie Atkins, Manager of Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9561 4800 or emailing julie.atkins@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 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.
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 CV and any other supporting documents, or
- 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 8.15am and 3.15pm) 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.
Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
If you are having trouble submitting your online application, please contact the Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
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
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
And complete the Department’s:
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
- induction program within three months of commencement
- online training in manual tasks and hazardous substances within three months of commencement
- Fundamentals of Cleaning training as soon as practicable
- training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
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 applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.00pm (WST) on Friday, 02 June 2023
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
