Cleaner - Gympie South State School

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Cleaner to support the day-to-day operation of our school by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across the site.

The successful applicant will take pride in their work, have good attention to detail and be able to work independently while contributing positively to the school team. This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.28FTE), 21.5 hours per fortnight. Working across 5 days per week, shifts will be scheduled outside school hours, with the option of morning or afternoon shifts. Hours are 2.25 hours per day for 3 days and 2 hours per day for 2 days.

About us:

At our school we endeavour to provide a pleasant, encouraging and positive learning environment which will assist in the development to the fullest of the capabilities of each individual child, whilst also developing in each a recognition of the needs and rights of others, and the need for self-discipline.

Our adoption of the ‘You Can Do It' program with a focus on the ‘Keys for Success' has been critical in empowering our students to be responsible for their learning and self-management. We promote the value that we are a team that is working with the family to support each and every child's success.

Your opportunity:

• Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning support.
• Ensure that the duties prescribed for the position are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by their supervisor, in accordance with the approved school cleaning program.

Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitise classrooms, offices, toilets, sick bays and common areas.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop and maintain vinyl, timber and hard-floor surfaces.
• Clean windows, doors, furniture, fixtures, equipment and other surfaces.
• Manage rubbish, litter, cobwebs, mildew and graffiti.
• Maintain and safely operate cleaning equipment.
• Ensure cleaning tasks are completed to the required school cleaning standards.
• Monitor and report safety, security, damage and maintenance concerns.
• Activate and disarm security systems and lock/unlock buildings as required.
• Liaise with the Principal or Business Manager regarding cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Direct members of the public to the appropriate school personnel when required.
• Follow relevant health, safety, security and workplace procedures.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.