AddressIndependent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Byford Secondary College
Cleaner in Charge
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Level 7 Cleaner, $1,261.30 - $1,280.60 (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS886290
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024
Byford Secondary College (SC) is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the position of Cleaner in Charge.
As a team leader, the successful applicant will ideally have good communication and interpersonal skills. You will inspire and lead a team of cleaning staff to ensure the school environment is maintained in accordance with Department of Education policies and procedures. You should have a sound knowledge of cleaning equipment, products and safe cleaning procedures, methods and practices.
You will also provide on the job induction training for all new cleaning staff, conduct monthly cleaning inspections as well as record and respond to issues and concerns detailed in the communications book. You will liaise with the Manager Corporate Services on all cleaning matters and be responsible for monitoring and ordering stock supplies, the ongoing management of the site ChemAlert program and stocktake of cleaning resources.
The successful applicant will be responsible for closing the school, including setting the security alarm system, carrying out internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting, rubbish removal, and other general cleaning. You will also carry out external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning and removal of cobwebs.
Additionally, you will be required to complete vacation cleaning duties, which may include the stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas and undercover areas, and other such duties as required.
Byford SC is an Independent Public School catering for children from Years 7 to 12. Our moral purpose is to work together to provide effective learning experiences where we all grow and students are prepared for a successful life beyond school.
Our motto 'Aspire to Excellence' articulates our commitment to success for each person in our college community. We are a school of choice for the local community and we are dedicated to providing your child with an exceptional Secondary education.
Aspire is our selective academic extension program, delivered in partnership with the University of Western Australia, which provides the College with access to the university's staff and facilities to enhance the educational experience we deliver. This partnership also provides our teaching staff with access to professional learning opportunities and exposure to the latest research in the field of education.
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 Byford Secondary College can be found by visiting www.byfordsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
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For further job related information:
Please contact Beth Kempton, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9526 7700 or emailing beth.kempton@education.wa.edu.au
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During the school holiday period, please contact Beth Kempton on 0439 989 693
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 three (3) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
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