Cleaner In Charge

The Cleaner in Charge (CIC) is responsible for inducting, training, leading and managing cleaning staff including relief staff; monitoring and ordering stock supplies within your budget; maintenance and stocktake of cleaning equipment; undertaking cleaning of allocated internal and external areas; opening and locking the school, including setting the security alarm system; and conducting a daily hand over with the Manager Corporate Services.The successful applicant ideally should have good attention to detail and the ability to work well with others to ensure a clean and safe school environment. The successful applicant will ideally need to be organised, reliable and punctual. The successful applicant should work well both individually, and as part of a team, and have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods, and practices.Our school is a lively and vibrant place of learning which is built on our four core values of Respect, Responsibility, Perseverance and Innovation. These values underpin, drive, and are reflected in all operations of our school.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):

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to induct, coordinate and supervise the work of cleaning staff.
• Experience in school or commercial cleaning.
• Experience in the safe storage of cleaning equipment, materials and chemicals.
• Ability to recognise and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines.

Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).Please visit or for more information about Davallia Primary SchoolAdditional information about Independent Public Schools is also availableFor job related informationPlease contact Candi Nelson, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9246 8750 or emailingDuring the school holiday period, please contact Candi Nelson by phoning 0405 140 783 or email candi.nelson@education.wa.edu.au and you will be contacted to discuss your queries further.Application InstructionsOur 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 one other referee.

• A one to two (1-2) 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

before the closing date and time * Hand-deliver your completed application form and documents to the school reception at 6 Juniper Way, Duncraig, 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 requirementsEmployees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

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 4:00pm (WST) on Wednesday, 17 July 2024ALL 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.