Cleaner

About the school

Pinjarra Senior High School has been supporting students and the local community since 1921. The school serves Pinjarra and surrounding areas, offering programs that prepare students in Years 7 to 12 for university, vocational pathways, and employment. The school emphasises high-quality teaching and purposeful learning, and operates as a Positive Behaviour Support school guided by the values of Tolerance, Respect, Unity, and Embracing Opportunities.

Role overview

This opportunity is for a Cleaner to join a friendly school cleaning team in a pool for permanent and fixed-term openings, with both full-time and part-time work possible. Appointments may be made at any point for vacancies arising during the 2026 school year through to the end of Term 2, 2027.

The role sits under the guidance of the Cleaner in Charge and involves general internal cleaning in line with departmental procedures. You will also be expected to complete external cleaning and vacation cleaning tasks, helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented school environment.

Key duties

• Clean carpets and hard floor surfaces.
• Carry out toilet cleaning and other general washroom maintenance.
• Dust furniture and fittings, remove rubbish, and clean drinking troughs.
• Wash windows and complete other routine internal cleaning tasks.
• Clean verandas, covered areas, external windows, and remove cobwebs.
• Complete vacation cleaning such as carpet shampooing and pressure cleaning of designated areas.
• Respond to day-to-day cleaning needs and ad hoc requests as required.

What the school is looking for

Successful applicants should be dependable, hardworking, and able to communicate well. You should be comfortable working both independently and with others, keep good attention to detail, and bring an organised, honest, punctual approach to the job. Experience with cleaning equipment and safe cleaning methods is desirable.

Eligibility and checks

Applicants must hold a valid Working With Children Check, agree to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number from the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before commencing. Candidates must also be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with work rights for the full appointment period.

Additional eligibility and training conditions are contained in the attached Job Description Form.

Application requirements

Applications should include a CV or resume outlining your work history, experience, and any relevant certificates or qualifications, along with a one-page statement addressing the selection criteria.

• Show that you can read and follow Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions, safety directions, and training guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning machinery and equipment, including polishers, vacuum cleaners, and pressure cleaners.
• Show that you can communicate clearly, follow instructions, and work effectively as part of a team.

Additional information

The advertisement reference is IPS/SS1048866. The Department applies a four-day breach period to this selection process. Applications must be submitted by 4:30 pm (AWST) on Friday, 24 July 2026. Late applications will not be considered.

Contact details

For questions about the position, contact Tamara Matthews, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9531 7003 or by email at Tamara.Matthews@education.wa.edu.au. During school holidays, please contact Tamara Matthews on 0408 951 392.

Equity and diversity

The Department is committed to building an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce that reflects the diversity of the school community and Western Australia. Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.