Overview
Department of Education – Mount Pleasant WA
Cleaner
Branch: Riva Primary School
Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Level 1, $1,191.20 - $1,210.80 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2025)
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.38
Location: Piara Waters
Closing Date: 2026-03-20 4:30 PM
This is a permanent part-time (0.38FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026
Riva Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and passionate Cleaner to join their friendly team.
Responsibilities
* Carry out internal cleaning duties, including the maintenance of carpets and hard floor surfaces, toilet cleaning, furniture and fittings, window cleaning, dusting and rubbish removal.
* Perform external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, rubbish removal, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning and rubbish removal.
* Complete vacation cleaning duties, including stripping and sealing of vinyl floors, window cleaning, shampooing of carpets, pressure cleaning of verandas and undercover areas, and other duties as required by the Cleaner-in-Charge.
About the School
Riva PS, located in Piara Waters, opened in 2022 for K-6 students, including students with special needs. The school has a reputation for high standards, both academic and social, where every child is supported to achieve their potential in a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.
The Role
The Cleaner, under the general supervision of the Cleaner in Charge/Senior Cleaner in Charge, is responsible for a range of internal and external cleaning duties. This includes maintaining carpets and hard floor surfaces, cleaning toilets, furniture, fittings, and windows, as well as handling tasks like dusting and rubbish removal. Vacation cleaning duties involve activities such as stripping and sealing vinyl floors, shampooing carpets, and pressure cleaning verandas.
The Cleaner is also responsible for reporting faults, maintenance issues, and incidents to the designated supervisor while ensuring that schools are cleaned and maintained in compliance with Department and occupational safety standards.
Qualifications / Requirements
* 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.
You should have excellent attention to detail and be able to work well both individually and as part of a team to ensure a clean and safe school environment. The successful applicant will ideally be organized, reliable and punctual and have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods and practices.
Equity and Eligibility
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.
* Tell us in one (1) page how your skills and experiences relate to these selection criteria:
* Demonstrated ability to read and apply Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety instructions and training guidelines.
* Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to, use cleaning equipment including polishers, vacuum cleaners and pressure cleaners.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and work as a member of a team.
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 41*** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1026319
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 Friday, 20 March 2026
Note: Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.
#J-18808-Ljbffr