Please be advised that as of Thursday, 29 June 2023 the closing date has been extended.
Please be advised that as of Thursday, 15 June 2023 the closing date has been extended.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS825460
This is a permanent part-time (0.38FTE) position commencing ASAP
Beacon Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a hard working Cleaner – Working Alone to join their friendly team.
This position will be 3 hours per day Mon – Fri.
Please carefully consider your ability to relocate to Beacon WA in the Wheatbelt Region prior to applying.
Beacon is a small town in the north-east wheatbelt in the Shire of Mt Marshall. Beacon is approximately 320km north-east of Perth, located 42km north of Bencubbin and the (M40) -Wyalkatchem – Southern Cross Road, 140km north-east of Wongan Hills, 142km north-west of Merredin.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education can attract the following benefits:
- District Allowance plus other miscellaneous allowances where applicable
For additional information please see relevant Agreement
About the Role
The successful applicant will be a motivated and proactive person who takes pride in being responsible for providing a high standard of cleanliness within the workplace and to ensure school facilities are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Department procedures. It is expected that the Cleaner – Working Alone will ideally possess a high level of attention to detail and have knowledge of Department of Education Cleaning Policies and Procedures.
About the school
Beacon PS is a small, vibrant school located in the north-eastern wheatbelt, catering for students from Kindergarten - Year 6. We have a strong history, where our school and the community work together to provide an education that meets the needs of individual students and provides the foundation for each student's future education. Our students are our main priority and delivering an environment of High Performance and High Care is always at the forefront of what we do.
Our experienced, enthusiastic and caring staff are dedicated to providing the best learning opportunities for the children in our care in a safe and welcoming environment. Our school plays an integral role in the Beacon community and parents and community members play an active and important part in ensuring students are provided with the best possible learning opportunities. Staff and parents work in partnership to ensure every child has a positive, happy and rewarding school experience.
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 this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
For further information about Beacon Primary School please visit beaconwa.com.au or Schools Online.
For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Petrina Poole, Manager Corporate Services, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Beacon, by telephoning (08) 9686 0700 or emailing petrina.poole@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 (2) page Please address selection criteria (4 and 5) by providing an example that shows your ability, knowledge and application in relation to each work related requirement.
You will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- Ability to recognise and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines.
- Knowledge of and ability to use cleaning equipment, including polishers, vacuum cleaners and pressure cleaners.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in the safe use and storage of cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals.
- Initiative and good organisational skills.
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.
The application form for emailed applications can be found in the attachments at the bottom of this advertisement.
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:
- 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 and;
- 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 3.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 27 July 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
