This is a permanent part-time (0.44FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 Shenton College is seeking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and reliable Assistant Cleaner in Charge to assist with the daily cleaning operations of the College. Maintaining a clean, tidy and healthy workplace for students and staff is a high priority for our cleaning team. Shenton College is one of Australia’s leading co-educational schools and consists of a Middle School (Years 7 & 8), Lower Senior School (Years 9 & 10) and Senior School (Years 11 & 12). The College currently has approximately 2800 students and over 300 staff. The College’s strength is in its commitment to develop the ‘whole child’ and to empower them to be independent and confident learners so that they can be purposeful contributors to an increasingly interdependent world. The school’s success is built on solid foundations and on the skills of an outstanding staff. Shenton College has a proud culture of excellence. With a ‘can do’ capacity to problem solve, our staff pride themselves in delivering outstanding services to our students, parents and community. Find out more about our school by visiting www.shenton.wa.edu.au or Schools Online The Role The successful applicant should be a conscientious worker who can assist the Cleaner in Charge with ensuring all facilities are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Department of Education procedures. The role involves assisting with daily operations, including coordinating cleaning staff tasks, conducting inductions and on the job training for new staff, and assisting with the opening and closing of the school. Additionally, the successful applicant will undertake the cleaning of internal and external areas of the College and will need to have current knowledge of cleaning equipment, processes and techniques.



They will also need extensive knowledge of cleaning a large school, including vacation cleaning routines, and be able to supervise a team of cleaning staff within their area of responsibility. The successful applicant will ideally have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with staff from diverse backgrounds. An understanding of safety standards and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) is highly desirable. Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached

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Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kate Brandis, Associate Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9366 9100 or [email protected] Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [email protected] during the advertising period. Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details. Eligibility 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, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached

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Form (JDF). Application Instructions Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply Step 1: Prepare your application. Your application should include the following:
• CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
• In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role. Step 2: Submit your application. Apply Online:
• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
• Have your documents ready to attach. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1067641 Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 November 2026

📌 Assistant Cleaner in Charge (Perth)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Perth