Facilities - Cleaner

Location Profile About

Bass Coast Specialist School Bass Coast Specialist School opened with just seven students and, in 2027 and will have more than 70 students enrolled in 2027, all living within the boundaries of the Bass Coast Shire. Most students travel to school by bus, with three buses servicing the areas of Grantville, Phillip Island and Inverloch. The school is a purpose-built facility situated within the extensive Bass Coast Learning and Educational Precinct, with green fields bordering two sides of the grounds and the Bass Coast College senior campus located next door. The school comprises eleven classrooms, each with an adjoining accessible bathroom, an indoor gymnasium, sensory room, engine room, art room, music room, teaching kitchen, consulting rooms and a hydrotherapy pool, which is nearing completion. The school has expansive grounds that provide excellent opportunities for outdoor learning, recreation and play, complemented by a variety of play equipment. An extensive landscaping project in the Senior Area is planned for 2027. This exciting development will include a small amphitheatre, passive recreation areas, outdoor fitness stations, a small dual basketball and pickleball court, and additional playground spaces with equipment.

Our Students and Learning

Bass Coast Specialist School provides individualised learning programs for students aged between five and eighteen years who have an intellectual disability. Some students also have additional disabilities, including muscular dystrophy, epilepsy, cerebral palsy and/or autism.

School Vision

Our School Vision¿to educate our students to communicate, be kind, be safe and be lifelong learners¿influences every aspect of school life. This vision is underpinned by our values of belonging, community, success, respect and relationships. Together, our vision and values guide the delivery of a comprehensive education that equips students with the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to transition successfully into adult life and participate meaningfully in their community.

Senior Students and Community Access

Senior students have opportunities to undertake a School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship (SBAT), with pathways available in horticulture at Bass Coast Specialist School and baking at South Gippsland Specialist School. Community Access and Independence Bass Coast Specialist School owns five buses, enabling students to access a range of community facilities and experiences. These include the local swimming pool, gym, library and nearby beaches. The school is committed to developing the skills students need to become as independent as possible and to participate meaningfully in their community. We provide a happy, safe and supportive learning environment that fosters confidence, encourages personal growth and strengthens students' sense of belonging.

Our Staff

Our exceptional staffing levels enable us to provide individualised support tailored to each student's unique needs, abilities and learning goals. This commitment ensures that every student is valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks to a high standard, including supervising, coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role. SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment as well as being able to work independently. SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment. SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position. SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area. SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Role Reports to

Campus Principal and Business Manager

Role Overview

The Facilities Cleaner is part of the Bass Coast Specialist School Facilities Management Team and is responsible for the cleaning & minor maintenance of and presentation of the school¿s buildings to ensure a safe, functional and attractive environment for students, staff and visitors. The role involves both hands‑on cleaning and the coordination of service providers. There will also be the requirement to closely supervise the facilities trainee whilst undertaking cleaning tasks. Working closely with the Business Manager and Principal, the Facilities Cleaner ensures that all cleaning and minor maintenance tasks are completed efficiently, cost effectively and are in compliance with safety and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that the daily, weekly, monthly, termly and yearly cleaning schedules are adhered to and completed to a high standard.
• Supervise facilities trainee undertaking cleaning tasks.
• Identify and report maintenance issues before they escalate.
• Ensure all minor repairs and maintenance works are completed to a high standard and meet compliance requirements.
• Manage and plan the work of service providers as required.
• Regularly liaise with the other members of the Facilities Management Team.

Compliance and Safety

Work with the Campus Principal and Business Manager to ensure all cleaning works & minor maintenance tasks comply with Occupational Health & Safety and statutory requirements.

Administration

Liaise with the Administration Office to ensure that all ordering and recordkeeping for cleaning works and minor maintenance are completed accurately. Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the role. Undertake other duties as directed by the Principal or Business Manager.

Essential Knowledge and Competencies

• Capacity and flexibility to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including staff and service providers.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Sound understanding of OH&S legislation and compliance requirements.
• Awareness of Child Safety Standards, Child Protection, and Mandatory Reporting obligations.
• Must have a valid E for Employment Working With Children Check card.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via .

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

• Capacity and flexibility to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including staff and service providers.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Sound understanding of OH&S legislation and compliance requirements.
• Awareness of Child Safety Standards, Child Protection, and Mandatory Reporting obligations.
• Must have a valid E for Employment Working With Children Check card.

Services Specification

• SCHOOL DAY CLEANING ROUTINE Select the cleaning specifications required by your school on a daily or weekly basis. Please tick the box to make that selection.
• SECURITY Allowed time per day: 10 minutes Description Action þ Days Notes Alarms Turn On/Off DAILY Windows Secure Lock DAILY Doors Open/Secure Lock DAILY Gates Secure Lock DAILY Lights Switch On/Off DAILY Heating/ Cooling Turn on in Morning Turn Off/at Night DAILY Other Please Specify Security is our first priority. Schools must be secured and locked in the evening or at the end of the cleaner¿s shift.
• ENTRANCE FOYER Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Glass Panel Door Wipe Clean DAILY Daily Spot Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As needed Window Ledges Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Once per fortnight Entrance Door Mats Vacuum DAILY Daily Spot Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI As needed Floor – Vinyl Sweep DAILY Daily Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Once per week Carpet Vacuum DAILY Daily Spot Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Other Please Specify
• ADMINISTRATION Principal¿s Office, AP¿s Office, Teachers Room & Admin Office Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Carpet Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Spot Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI Vinyl Sweep DAILY Kitchenette daily Mop MON TUE WED THU FRI Kitchenette as required Glass Petition Spot Clean DAILY Daily Tables/ Furniture Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Only if tables are cleared Rubbish Bins Empty Paper Bins DAILY Daily Empty Food Waste Bins MON TUE WED THU FRI Once per week Replace Bin Liners MON TUE WED THU FRI As required but at least weekly Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Storage Rooms Sweep MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Administration area needs to be cleaned at all times as this is the window of the school. First impressions do matter.
• FOYERS/CORRIDORS Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Carpet Vacuum DAILY Daily Spot Clean Stains MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Vinyl Sweep DAILY Daily Spot Mop MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Weekly Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please List The foyer is the passage of the school, it needs to be clean at all times to avoid accidents from occurring.
• GENERAL CLASSROOMS Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Rubbish Bins Empty Paper Bins DAILY Daily Empty Food Waste Bins MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Replace Bin Liners MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wash MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Carpet Vacuum DAILY Daily Spot Clean Stains MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Vinyl Sweep DAILY Daily Spot Mop MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Glass Partitions Spot Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Window Ledges Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Fortnightly Tables Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Whiteboard/ Chalk Ledge Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Sink Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Doors Spot Clean DAILY Daily Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Ledge Dust MON TUE WED THU FRI Fortnightly Other o MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify Classrooms are an area where they are heavily occupied. These rooms must be cleaned daily to maintain a hygienic environment for students and staff.
• HOME ECONOMIC AREAS 1 Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Floors Sweep DAILY Daily Spot Mop DAILY Daily Buffed MON TUE WED THU FRI In term breaks Rubbish bins Empty DAILY Daily Replace Liner MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Bench Tops/ Table Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify This is a food dominated area and food scraps need to be emptied daily to keep the area sanitary.
• MUSIC ROOM 1 (No of Music Rooms) Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Floors Vacuum DAILY Daily Spot Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Rubbish Bins Empty DAILY Daily Replace Liners MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wash MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Tables Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Spot Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Chairs Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Window Ledges Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Fortnightly Laundry MON TUE WED THU FRI Same Cleaning Routine As Home Eco Above
• ART ROOM 1 Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Vinyl Floor Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Mon-Thurs Sweep Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Mon-Thurs Bench Tops/ Tables Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Chairs Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Window Ledges Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Fortnightly Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify
• MULTI - PURPOSE ROOM Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Carpet Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI Spot Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI Vinyl Floor Sweep MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Ledges Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Fortnightly Window Ledges Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Fortnightly Tabletops/Benches Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Furniture Dust MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify
• TROUGHS Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Sink Wash Clean Disinfectant MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Taps Wipe Clean Disinfectant MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify Troughs need to be clean for infection control purposes.
• TEACHERS¿ OFFICES Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Carpets Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI Once per week Vinyl Sweep MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Spot Mop MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Tables Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Furniture Dust MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify
• STAFFROOM(S) 1 Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Tables Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Sink Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Bench Tops Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Fridge - outside Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As needed Dishwasher Panel Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As needed Vinyl Floors Sweep DAILY Daily Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Carpets Vacuum DAILY Daily Door Spot Clean DAILY Daily Rubbish Bins Empty Bins MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Replace Bin Liner MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wash MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify
• SICK BAY 1 Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Sink Wash Clean DAILY Disinfect DAILY Floors Sweep DAILY Vacuum (Carpet) DAILY Mop Clean DAILY Bins Empty DAILY Replace Bin Liner DAILY Wash Clean DAILY Toilet & Surrounds See Below DAILY See Below Sick Bays need to be cleaned and disinfected at all times.
• CHANGE ROOMS Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Floors Sweep DAILY Daily Wash Clean DAILY Daily Shower Turrets Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Dividing Walls Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Disinfect Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify
• TOILETS: TOILETS MUST BE MAINTAINED TO THE HIGHEST STANDARD OF PRESENTATION AND HYGIENE AT ALL TIMES. Description Action þ Days Notes Rubbish Bins Empty Bins DAILY Daily Replace Bin Liner DAILY *Liners are supplied by school Wash Clean DAILY Daily Dispensers Refill soap/paper towels/toilet paper DAILY *Consumable are supplied by school Toilet Seats Wash Clean DAILY Disinfect top & bottom Toilet Pan Wash Clean DAILY Daily Scrub Clean DAILY Disinfect Sinks Wash Clean DAILY Disinfect Walls Wipe Clean DAILY Disinfect Mirrors Clean & Polish DAILY Daily Urinals Flush& Scrub DAILY Daily Wash Clean DAILY Disinfect Plumbing Fittings Wipe Clean DAILY Daily Showers Wash Clean DAILY Disinfect Baths Wash Clean DAILY N/A Wipe Clean DAILY N/A Tiles Wipe Clean DAILY Attention to detail to grout between tiles Basins Wipe Clean DAILY Underside/Exposed pipe work Internal Floors Mop Clean DAILY Disinfect Wash Clean DAILY Daily Taps & Fittings Polished ¿Brasso¿ should be used. Wipe Clean DAILY Attention to underside of taps Other Please Specify We recommend that toilets be cleaned thoroughly and disinfected on a daily basis.
• LIBRARY Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Rubbish Bins Empty Food Waste Bin MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Empty Paper Bin MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Replace Liner MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Carpet Vacuum MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Spot Stains MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Vinyl Sweep MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Spot Mop MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Tables / Benches Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Doors Spot Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify
• GYM Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Gym Floor Sweep Floor MON TUE WED THU FRI TheirCare does this Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI TheirCare does this Strip n Seal MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Toilet Floor Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Toilet Pan Scrub, flush & clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Toilet Seat Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Urinals Scrub flush & clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Showers Scrub Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Dispensers Refill Soap/Toilet Paper/Hand Towels MON TUE WED THU FRI As required – Hand sanitiser Rubbish Bins Empty Bin MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Replace Bin Liner MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI N/A Storeroom Sweep Floor MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Other MON TUE WED THU FRI Please Specify
• KITCHENETTE Description Action þ Days (Circle Days) Notes Sink Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Staff undertake this duty Tabletops Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Benches Wipe Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Floor Sweep MON TUE WED THU FRI Daily Mop Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI Twice per week Rubbish Bin Empty Food Waste bin MON TUE WED THU FRI Weekly Rubbish Bin Replace Bin Liner MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Rubbish Bin Wash Clean MON TUE WED THU FRI As required Other Please Specify Food waste bins must be emptied daily. They are not to be left overnight under any circumstances.
• GRAFFITI/VANDALISM Description Action þ Days (As Required) Notes Internal Walls Wipe Clean If Not Excessive External Walls Remove If Not Excessive Other Please Specify Graffiti needs to be removed immediately. (It must take less than 10 minutes to complete for cleaners to remove during their shift)

WEEKLY CLEANING ROUTINE

The weekly cleaning routine should be carried out at the end of the week. (Days of cleans can be negotiated at the school level). Please select the cleaning actions required by your school by ticking the box. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Area Description Action Notes General Maintenance Internal Slate Wash Clean Remove Spots Brick/Cement Wash Clean Remove Spots Tiled Floor Wash Clean Remove Spots Passage Floor Wash Clean Weekly Remove Spots Weekly Linoleum/ Vinyl Buff As required Wooden Floor Buff Furniture Surface Wipe Clean Table tops/Desk tops/Cabinets Remove Marks Weekly Empty Shelves Wipe Clean Weekly Student Carrels Wipe Clean Weekly Building -Internal Remove Cobwebs Weekly Building -External Remove Cobwebs Weekly Vents Dust Weekly Ledges Dust Fortnightly Window Seals Dust Weekly Door Mats Remove & Sweep As required but at least weekly Glass Doors Wipe Clean As required but at least weekly Door Frames Wipe Clean As required but at least weekly Glass & Frames Wipe Clean As required but at least weekly Other Please Specify

TERM VACATION/SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLEANING ROUTINE

The vacation/school holiday cleaning is the time for a spring clean. It offers schools the opportunity to lift the standard of presentation of the school. Please select the cleaning actions required by your school by ticking the box. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Area Description Action Notes General Maintenance Linoleum/Vinyl Floors Strip & Seal An approved sealer must be used. (2 coats) If Required Polish Must be complete with a non-slip finish (3-4 Coats) Wooden Floors Seal Polish Internal Walls Remove Dirt Marks Tables Wash Clean Chairs Wash Clean Doors & Door Frames Wipe Clean Also remove dirt marks around light switches Glass Doors/ Door Frames Wash Clean Ceiling Fans Dust **If non mechanical equipment is not required Ceilings Remove Cobwebs Ceiling Lights Wipe Clean Furniture Tops Wipe Clean Building – External Remove Cobwebs Eves Remove Cobwebs Around Window Frame Remove Cobwebs Internal / External Venetian Blinds Remove Cobwebs As required Dust Low Use Areas Carpet Vacuum Asrequired Hard Floor Buff As required Spot Mop Other Please Specify Boiler Room Undercover Area Sports Room Storeroom Other Please Specify CLEANERS¿ STOREROOM(S) Area Description þ Action Notes Cleaners¿ Storeroom Floor Clean and free of obstacles at all times Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Visible SDS need to be visible, safe & accessible to all Chemicals Stored safe as per OH&S regulations Labelled bottles need to be in place Equipment Various Equipment & Extension Cords Electrical equipment needs to be tested, tagged & stored in a proper, dry & safe environment. Mops Good Condition Wash Clean / Let drip dry safely. Miscellaneous materials Stored neatly and within a safe placement Lighting Properly lit & ventilated Other Please Specify The cleaners¿ storeroom needs to be clean and well ventilated at all times. Occupational Health and Safety measures need to be in place to ensure a safe working environment for all. ANNUAL CLEANING ROUTINE The annual cleaning of schools must be completed prior to the commencement of the school year. This is an opportunity to start the year fresh. Please select the cleaning actions required by your school by ticking the box. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Area Description þ Action Notes General Maintenance Carpeted Areas Steam Clean Wash Clean Glass Panels Spot Clean Partition Walls Remove Marks Windows – Internal Wash Clean Windows – External Wash Clean Other Please Specify

OTHER

If you have any other cleaning duties that the school requires, please mention it in this section Area Description Action þ Notes – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the daily, weekly, monthly, termly and yearly cleaning schedules are adhered to and completed to a high standard.
• Supervise facilities trainee undertaking cleaning tasks.
• Identify and report maintenance issues before they escape.
• Ensure all minor repairs and maintenance works are completed to a high standard and meet compliance requirements.
• Manage and plan the work of service providers as required.
• Regularly liaise with the other members of the Facilities Management Team.

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