This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025
Lakelands Primary School (PS) opened in 2014 and is an Independent Public School located in the suburb of Lakelands, north of Mandurah. Our state-of-the-art facility includes five general teaching blocks, one specifically designed for early childhood, a visual arts room, music room, an inclusive education room and a covered assembly area complete with canteen and sports store.
We share a vision to create a learning environment that guarantees that every student is a successful student and that every teacher is an effective teacher. Our combined effort ensures a dedicated focus on developing the whole child: socially, emotionally, physically and academically. This focus reinforces the school's core values of leadership, courage, responsibility, respect and cooperation.
Find out more about our school by visiting Lakelands Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will organise and supervise cleaning staff and oversee the cleaner’s timebook, report absences and arrange relief staff. Liaise with Administration in relation to ordering of stock, stocktake of cleaning products and regular maintenance of cleaning equipment will be undertaken by the successful applicant. They should liaise with the Manager Corporate Services on all cleaning matters and provide on the job induction training for new cleaning staff. They should also ensure all leave and allowance forms are completed correctly before forwarding to the Manager Corporate Services. They will ideally maintain the school environment in accordance with Departmental procedures and undertake cleaning of allocated internal and external areas.
The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to work collaboratively and lead a high performing team as well as the skills to use the available resources to their fullest capacity and find ways to maximise funds and resources accordingly. Ideally the successful applicant will show initiative and a genuine interest in our school community.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Justine Walker, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9586 7650 or emailing justine.walker@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you will need to:
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!
Step 1: Prepare your application.
Your application should include the following:
- CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
- In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
Step 2: Submit your application.
Apply Online:
- Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
- Have your documents ready to attach.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS947081
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next twelve (12) months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday,4 April 2025
