Department of Education
Reference number 12984-44021578 Occupation Administration Officers Work type Contract / Temporary Location Tamworth & North West NSW Salary Information From AUD $99,938.00 to $110,271.00 per year Closing date 23 March 2026 at 11:59pm
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
* Temporary Full-Time December 2026 (35-hour work week)
* Tamworth location: Flexibility to also work from Orange or Dubbo
* Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6 with salary ranging from $99,938 to $110,271 + super and annual leave loading
* Join our Cleaning Services team and play a vital part in ensuring schools and facilities across NSW receive high-quality, reliable cleaning services
About Cleaning Services
The NSW Government’s reforms to public sector cleaning services entails the NSW Department of Education taking over management of the state’s Whole-of-Government cleaning contracts from January 1, 2026. A team has been established to deliver an enhanced Whole-of-Government cleaning contract for alignment and delivery of all program streams. Including Governance, ITD, Recruitment and Risk Management.
About the role
As a Cleaning Services Support Inspector, you will work alongside Inspectors, contractors and school staff to coordinate and conduct site inspections, capture information, and record performance results against cleaning standards. You will be involved in maintaining inspection schedules, track follow-up actions, and support accurate reporting through digital systems and databases. With your excellent communication skills, you will support the escalation and resolution of service issues when required.
In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring services meet contract and quality requirements — helping to identify issues, support compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement in cleaning delivery.
This role offers genuine variety, a strong sense of purpose, and the opportunity to make a visible impact on the quality of cleaning services that support WoG cleaning contract clients, students, and government staff every day. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships and working closely with local schools and communities.
The position spans a large and complex geographic area across both metropolitan and rural locations. It involves significant stakeholder engagement and regular travel, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, people‑focused environment and enjoys being out in the field.
For further information please click here to view the role description
About you
We are looking for individuals that are proactive, reliable, and have a sharp eye for detail to join our newly established team to help keep NSW schools clean, safe and well-maintained.
You will bring:
* Strong organisational and coordination skills
* High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Proficiency with digital systems, databases, or inspection tools
* A positive attitude and commitment to teamwork and service quality
Key Knowledge and Experience
* Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
* Current and valid driver’s licence.
* Willingness to travel to site locations as required.
* Current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for paid employment.
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements
* 35 hour working week
* Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
* Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
* Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
Targeted Questions
* Describe your experience supporting of conducting site-based inspections or audits. (300 words)
* How do you communicate inspection outcomes to different stakeholders? (300 words)
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: 23 March 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Simon Beveridge (North-west NSW) via email, and for recruitment process enquiries, please contact Sonia Buidan at
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.