At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the cleaning team to maintain a safe and welcoming school environment.
- Company: Beeliar Primary School, a vibrant community-focused educational institution.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role with job security and a supportive team.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse applicants; great opportunity for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives by ensuring a clean and safe learning space.
- Qualifications: Experience in supervising cleaning teams and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027. Beeliar Primary School (PS) is a Level 5 Independent Public School with a school population of approximately 500 students. We cater for a diverse population of students, including 10% Aboriginal students. At Beeliar PS our motto is Stand Tall. We have high expectations of all staff, students and community members. Our moral purpose ensures we deliver a high-quality education to every child in our school.
As a Cleaner in Charge, you will ideally coordinate the day-to-day cleaning operations of the school while supporting a clean, safe and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors. The role includes:
- Opening and closing the school
- Coordinating cleaning activities
- Coordinating relief cover within the cleaning team
- Contributing to internal, external and vacation cleaning requirements
- Maintenance of floors, carpets, windows, amenities, furniture, verandas and other school areas
The successful applicant will ideally bring experience supervising and supporting a cleaning team, including:
- Coordinating daily workloads
- Providing guidance to staff
- Helping maintain consistent cleaning standards across the school
Strong organisation, communication and attention to detail are highly regarded, along with the ability to work collaboratively with cleaning staff and the wider school team. Experience coordinating priorities, supporting team members and identifying practical solutions to day-to-day operational needs would also be valued.
To work with us, you will need to:
- Obtain a valid Working With Children Check
- Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
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