This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025Geraldton Senior High School (SHS) is an inclusive, diverse, and vibrant, growing school of choice located in a coastal, connected community.
The School embraces a culture of respect, responsibility and everyone doing their best.Find out more about our school by visiting or The RoleGeraldton SHS is seeking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable Assistant Cleaner in Charge to assist with the daily cleaning operations of the School.
Maintaining a clean, tidy, and healthy environment for the students and staff is a high priority for our cleaning team.The successful applicant will ideally be a conscientious worker able to assist the Cleaner in Charge with ensuring all facilities are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Department of Education procedures.
The Assistant Cleaner in Charge assists with all daily operations, including the coordination of cleaning staff tasks, inductions and on the job training for new staff and assisting with the opening and closing of the school.Additionally, they will ideally undertake the cleaning of internal and external areas of the School and will need to have current knowledge of cleaning equipment, processes, and techniques.
They should have extensive knowledge of the duties of cleaning a large school including vacation cleaning routines.
The successful applicant will ideally have excellent interpersonal skills to be able to engage with staff from diverse backgrounds.
Understanding of safety standards and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) is highly desirable.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 Anita Fitzsimons, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9965 8400 or emailing During the school holidays, please contact Anita Fitzsimons on 0460 042 228.Equity and DiversityWe 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 for more details.EligibilityTo 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 InstructionsOur 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.
In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
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/SS946997Suitable 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 Tuesday, 11 February 2025