This is a permanent part-time (0.75FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026
Balga Primary School (PS) is a vibrant and inclusive learning community located on the traditional lands of the Wadjak Noongar people. The school's motto of 'WE AIM HIGH' lives within each of our staff and students every day. As a connected community WE celebrate the achievements of our students and AIM to nurture them through providing excellence in education and setting HIGH standards of teaching and learning.
Find out more about our school by visiting balgaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The Cleaner in Charge (CIC) is responsible for opening and locking the school, including setting the security alarm system. You would be responsible for liaising with contractors outside of office hours and during school holiday periods as well as monitoring cleaning supply stock levels and arranging ordering of supplies. You would maintain the cleaners’ timebook, report absences and arrange relief staff. As CIC you would be organising and supervising the cleaning staff as well as providing on the job induction training for new cleaning staff. In this role, you would liaise with Manager Corporate Services or line manager on all cleaning matters, ensuring advice and support is current, relevant and consistent with the Department’s policies, training and procedures on school cleaning.
The successful applicant will applicant will ideally have experience in supervising staff, as they will work alongside school staff, have good attention to detail and will be able to work well with others to ensure a clean and safe school environment.
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 Tegan Gill, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9253 4500 or emailing tegan.gill2@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.
- In a one to two (1-2) 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/SS1047424
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 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 Thursday, 18 June 2026
