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Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region
Newman Primary School
Cleaner
00008754
Level 1, $1,006.20 - $1,025.80 (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2021)

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Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS787999

This is a permanent part-time (0.38FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2023

Together We Grow

Newman Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated cleaner to join their team

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education can attract the following benefits:

  • Travel Concession
  • District Allowance plus other miscellaneous allowances where applicable

For additional information please see relevant Agreement

About the Role

As a cleaner you will be responsible for internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, rubbish removal, and other items of general cleaning. In addition, you will also carry out external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning, removal of cobwebs and other general cleaning duties. During vacation times, you will also undertake the stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, window cleaning, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas and undercover areas.

In this role you will ideally have good attention to detail and will be able to work well both individually and as part of a team to ensure a clean and safe school environment. You should be organised, honest, reliable, and punctual and have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods, and practices.

The Cleaner supports the Department of Education’s main objective of teaching and learning of students by ensuring that the college facilities are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Department of Education procedures.

About the school

At Newman PS we are committed to providing a holistic, relevant and targeted education for each child that will provide them with a strong foundation for future learning in a rapidly changing and diverse society.

Newman PS is a vibrant learning community located in the town of Newman in the East Pilbara region, approximately 1200 kms from Perth. Newman Primary School is ideally located adjacent to the central business area of Newman and close to many town amenities. We are an Independent Public School, enabling localised planning and decision making to improve the outcomes for all.

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 Newman Primary School please visit www.newmanps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information

You are encouraged to contact Linda Cook, Manager Corporate Services for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Newman, by telephoning (08) 9154 3900 or emailing linda.chalk@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 one (1) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, detailing your experience in the context of the role and business needs of the school.

You will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:

  1. Ability to read and apply Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines.
  2. Knowledge of, and ability to, use cleaning equipment including polishers, vacuum cleaners and pressure cleaners.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and work as a member of a team

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.

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 Cultural Appreciation course
  • 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 4:30pm (WST) on Monday, 12 December 2022

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

 PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.


ATTACHMENTS: - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
- information - applying for advertised positions in schools aug22.pdf
- published jdf - generic - cleaner - schools - l1 - jan 2020.pdf


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WORK TYPE:  Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.38
LOCATION: Newman
CLOSING DATE: 2022-12-12 4:30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Position Title
Cleaner

Agency
Department of Education
Salary
Level 1, $1,006.20 - $1,025.80 (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2021)
Location
Newman
Unit/Division
Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region
Branch
Newman Primary School
Work Type
Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00008754
Closing Date
2022-12-12 4:30 PM
Position Title
Cleaner
Branch
Newman Primary School

Location
Newman
Work Type
Permanent - Part Time
Closing Date
2022-12-12 4:30 PM
Salary
Level 1, $1,006.20 - $1,025.80 (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2021)
Agency
Department of Education
Company Information
Description

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Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS787999

This is a permanent part-time (0.38FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2023

Together We Grow

Newman Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated cleaner to join their team

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education can attract the following benefits:

  • Travel Concession
  • District Allowance plus other miscellaneous allowances where applicable

For additional information please see relevant Agreement

About the Role

As a cleaner you will be responsible for internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, rubbish removal, and other items of general cleaning. In addition, you will also carry out external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning, removal of cobwebs and other general cleaning duties. During vacation times, you will also undertake the stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, window cleaning, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas and undercover areas.

In this role you will ideally have good attention to detail and will be able to work well both individually and as part of a team to ensure a clean and safe school environment. You should be organised, honest, reliable, and punctual and have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods, and practices.

The Cleaner supports the Department of Education’s main objective of teaching and learning of students by ensuring that the college facilities are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Department of Education procedures.

About the school

At Newman PS we are committed to providing a holistic, relevant and targeted education for each child that will provide them with a strong foundation for future learning in a rapidly changing and diverse society.

Newman PS is a vibrant learning community located in the town of Newman in the East Pilbara region, approximately 1200 kms from Perth. Newman Primary School is ideally located adjacent to the central business area of Newman and close to many town amenities. We are an Independent Public School, enabling localised planning and decision making to improve the outcomes for all.

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 Newman Primary School please visit www.newmanps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information

You are encouraged to contact Linda Cook, Manager Corporate Services for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Newman, by telephoning (08) 9154 3900 or emailing linda.chalk@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 one (1) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, detailing your experience in the context of the role and business needs of the school.

You will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:

  1. Ability to read and apply Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines.
  2. Knowledge of, and ability to, use cleaning equipment including polishers, vacuum cleaners and pressure cleaners.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and work as a member of a team

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.

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 Cultural Appreciation course
  • 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 4:30pm (WST) on Monday, 12 December 2022

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

 PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Attachments
- applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
- information - applying for advertised positions in schools aug22.pdf
- published jdf - generic - cleaner - schools - l1 - jan 2020.pdf


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