About this job
About the School:
At Warwick West State School we work together to give all students the opportunity to shine. Our school culture is built around the values of Security, Healthy relationships, Integrity, Nurturing and Excellence (SHINE) and permeates throughout the classrooms and playground alike. Our leadership team and staff work hard to ensure the continuation of our well-earned reputation for being an educational leader in our region. We confidently progress our school ever-forward by building upon quality past experiences with fresh and innovative new concepts. As partners in education, we look forward to your support and working with you in the most important task of nurturing your child's development and potential and helping him or her to understand how it feels to SHINE!
About the Role:
As the Cleaner you will:
- 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.
- The Cleaner, reports to the school Principal or nominated delegate.
Your responsibilities:
- Clean classrooms, offices, toilets, sick bays, common areas and outdoor areas.
- Perform routine cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, buffing, polishing and cobweb control.
- Dispose of rubbish and assist with litter control.
- Clean windows, furniture, fittings, and equipment.
- Remove graffiti and ensure high standards of hygiene and general presentation across the school.
- Operate and maintain cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
- Assist with building security, including locking and unlocking facilities.
- Report maintenance, safety, and security concerns as required.
Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
About You:
You will be reliable, have effective time management skills, a high attention to detail and be committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. You must have the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and demonstrate knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge of departmental cleaning policies, practices and procedures used in schools. Previous cleaning experience is desirable. The role may involve a range of physical duties, including lifting, bending, prolonged periods of standing and walking, and accessing different areas of the school, including stairways.
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 in response to the attached role description.
- 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.
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