Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS822952
This is a permanent part-time (0.38FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2023.
Koorana Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a Cleaner to join their team.
The successful applicant should ensure the school environment is maintained in accordance with Department of Education policies and procedures. As a member of our maintenance team, they should take pride in being able to keep our school environment a clean and hygienic place for students and staff to enjoy. Cleaners are required to report all faults, maintenance (including graffiti), incidents and issues to the Cleaner in Charge. The successful applicant should also hold responsibility for all their cleaning products, ensuring they are easily identifiable, adequately labelled and Risk Assessments are up to date and to report any anomalies to the Cleaner-in-Charge.
Koorana PS is an Independent Public School located in Warnbro. We are committed to providing every student with a pathway to a successful future by unlocking their learning potential. Our dedicated staff place an emphasis on high quality teaching and engagement by providing a robust curriculum that meets the needs of all students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We cater for the needs and aspirations of local families, working in partnership with a supportive community.
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.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Ability to read and apply 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
- Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and work as a member of a team.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
For further information about Koorana Primary School please visit www.kooranaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information
Please contact Jo Gow, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9523 7900 or emailing Josephine.Gow@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, and; one being your line manager
- A two page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
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, or
- Email your completed application form and documents to Josephine.Gow@education.wa.edu.au before the closing date and time or
- Hand-deliver your completed application form and documents to the school reception, 109 Coronata Drive, Warnbro WA before the closing date and time.
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
- 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 ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 3:30pm (WST) on Thursday, 8 June 2023.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
