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Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS923421 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.
We are seeking to establish a pool of Cleaners for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Byford Secondary College (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.
Find out more about our school by visiting byfordsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Suitable applicants will carry out internal cleaning duties, in accordance with the Department’s procedures. The duties include 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 to this, suitable applicants will ideally, carry out external cleaning duties, including the cleaning of verandas and covered areas, cleaning of drinking troughs, window cleaning, removal of cobwebs, other general cleaning and other such duties as required by the Cleaner-in-Charge. Vacation cleaning duties will also to be completed and include shampooing carpets and pressure cleaning various areas.
To be suitable for this role you will ideally have strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain Department cleaning standards. You should ideally work well both individually and as part of a team to ensure a clean and safe school environment. You will ideally, be organised, honest, reliable, and punctual and have excellent knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe cleaning procedures, methods, and practices.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tonie Thomson, Cleaner in Charge on (08) 9526 7700 or
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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
* 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.
* A cover letter with one (1) example from your experience that best shows your knowledge, skills, and abilities in cleaning a room or surface. Include the:
o Steps you took to clean the room or surface.
o Chemicals used on each material.
o Machinery used; and
o Action taken to maintain your safety and the safety of others.
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 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS972131
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 June 2025
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