Casual Cleaner - Upper and Mid Hunter Valley
Requisition ID: *****
Region: Newcastle, Hunter & Region
Job Category: Education and/or training
Employment Fill Type: Temporary
Location: Maitland, NSW, AU, ****
Location: Hunter Valley (Upper & Middle)
Description: At the NSW Department of Education , we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
Employment Type: Casual with potential for ongoing part-time or full-time employment
Casual Remuneration: $***** p/hr + 12 % Superannuation
Help create safe, clean, and welcoming environments for students, staff, and local communities in the Upper and Middle Hunter Valley region.
About the Role
As a Cleaner, you'll play a vital role in maintaining high standardsof hygiene and safety.
You'll be part of a supportive team committed to delivering quality cleaning services that help students, staff, and visitors feel secure and comfortable.
Your daily tasks will include:
Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and general cleaning duties
Sanitising restrooms, classrooms, offices, and shared spaces
Following cleaning schedules and procedures
Safely using cleaning equipment and chemicals
Reporting hazards, maintenance issues, and supply needs
Assistingwith deep cleans, programmed works, and special tasks
Typical Shift Patterns
Cleaning 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.
Morning shifts: start between 4:00am – 6:00am and finish between 7:00am – 9:30am
Afternoon shifts: start between 1:00pm – 3:00pm and finish between 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Other 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.
Important: 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 You
We're looking for reliable team players who take pride in their work and bring:
Knowledge of safe cleaning practices and WHS requirements
Experience using cleaning equipment and chemicals
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to hygiene
Ability to follow schedules and meet service standards
Demonstrated basic English language skills, including reading, writing, and verbal communication
Essential Requirements
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value ofpublic education.
What We Offer
A competitive salaryand salary sacrificing options
Entitled to Rostered Days Off
Comprehensive induction and training provided
Employer contributions of 12% superannuation and annual leave loading
Career development and mobility opportunities across the Department
Uniforms and site cleaning products will be provided onsite
Closing date 31st of October **** 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 .
For recruitment process enquiries, please contact: ****** or call on telephone: **************.
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📌 Casual Cleaner - Upper And Mid Hunter Valley (New South Wales)
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