We are seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Margaret River Senior High School (SHS) is one of Western Australia’s top-performing regional schools, consistently ranked in the state’s top ten for academic achievement for students pursuing university pathways.
Nestled in the heart of the world-renowned Margaret River region, our school fosters a culture of excellence, inclusion, and high expectations in a supportive, engaging learning environment.
We believe that all students can achieve success and are committed to providing enriching and engaging learning experiences that allow students to reach their intellectual, physical, creative, and personal potential. This includes a strong focus on developing the whole child through positive education strategies and learning, ensuring students are supported in their academic progress as well as their social, emotional, and personal growth.
Our staff are collaborative, reflective, and share leadership responsibilities across the school, contributing to a vibrant and collegial professional culture.
For further information about Margaret River Senior High School please visit www.margaretrivershs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Suitable applicants will carry out internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, and rubbish removal. They will perform external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandahs and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning, and removal of cobwebs. They will also complete vacation cleaning duties, including, window cleaning, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandahs and undercover areas, and other such duties as required by the Cleaner-In-Charge.
The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is highly desirable and flexibility to work in different areas as require. Cleaners will ideally show punctuality and comply with Department of Education Policy and Procedures within their role.
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 Cristina Oliveira, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9757 0704 or emailing cristina.oliveira@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- 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.
- A cover letter with one (1) example from your 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.
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/SS991354
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 February 2026
