At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.Employment Type: Ongoing Full-Time, Part-Time, and Casual opportunitiesRemuneration: Full time & Part time $***** p/hr + Allowances + 12% SuperannuationCasual Remuneration: $***** p/hr + 12 % SuperannuationLocation: NewcastleHelp create safe, clean, and welcoming environments for students, staff, and local communities in the Newcastle region.About the RoleAs a Cleaner,you'llplay a vital role inmaintaininghigh standardsof hygiene and safety.You'llbe part of a supportive team committed to delivering quality cleaning services that help students, staff, and visitors feel safe and comfortable.Your daily tasks will include:Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and general cleaning dutiesSanitising restrooms, classrooms, offices, and shared spacesFollowing cleaning schedules and proceduresSafely using cleaning equipment and chemicalsReporting hazards, maintenance issues, and supply needsAssistingwith deep cleans, programmed works, and special tasksTypical Shift PatternsCleaning roles across schools and government sites operate at fixed times that cannot be adjusted to suit individual preferences.
Before applying, please carefully review the shift patterns below and only indicate availability for shifts you can genuinely commit to, including travel time to and from site.School sitesMorning shifts:start between 4:00am – 6:00am and finish between 7:00am – 9:30amAfternoon shifts:start between 1:00pm – 3:00pm and finish between 6:00pm – 7:00pmOther government sites and facilities may operate outside standard school hours,



with start and finish times varying based on operational requirements.Casual shifts may include earlier morning starts or later evening finishes to support relief coverage across multiple sites.Significant: The availability you indicate in your application must reflect the hours you are genuinely able to work.
Offers are made based on stated availability, and changes at the offer stage may result in your application being unable to progress.
If you are unsure whether a shift pattern suits your circumstances, travel arrangements, or other commitments, please reconsider before applying.About YouWe'relooking for reliable team players who take pride in their work and bring:Knowledge of safe cleaning practices and WHS requirementsExperience using cleaning equipment and chemicalsStrong attention to detail and a commitment to hygieneAbility to follow schedules and meet service standardsDemonstrated basic English language skills, including reading, writing,



and verbal communicationEssential RequirementsDemonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value ofpublic education.What We OfferA competitive salaryand salary sacrificing optionsEntitled to Rostered Days OffComprehensive induction and training providedEmployer contributions of 12% superannuation and annual leave loadingCareer development and mobility opportunities across the DepartmentUniforms and site cleaning products will be provided onsiteThis is a child-related role.As a condition of employment you willbe requiredto provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment).
Visit the website for more information.Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealandcitizensor a valid work visa).
Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.Closing date 31st of August **** at 11:59pm.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people.
If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above.
For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education's Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process.
A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
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📌 Cleaner - Newcastle Area (New South Wales)
🏢 Department-of-Education-1
📍 New South Wales