Cannonvale State School is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Cleaner to support the upkeep of a safe, welcoming and high-quality learning environment for our students, staff and community.

This position offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and inclusive school where your contribution is valued and plays an important role in promoting student wellbeing and school pride.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.79FTE), 60 hours per fortnight.

Job details

About the School

Cannonvale State School is a vibrant and inclusive educational community dedicated to providing a well-rounded education in a safe, supportive, and friendly environment. Guided by the motto "My Best Always," the school fosters strong relationships, high expectations, and quality teaching practices to ensure every student achieves their full potential. With a focus on academic excellence, extracurricular opportunities, and community engagement, Cannonvale State School is committed to nurturing confident, capable, and well-rounded individuals.

About the Role

As a Cleaner, you will play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our school facilities, ensuring a positive environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Clean and maintain assigned school areas to a high standard, ensuring classrooms, amenities, and shared spaces are safe, hygienic, and ready for students each day.
• Follow established cleaning schedules, checklists, and routines — including morning readiness tasks and afternoon reset tasks.
• Perform tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, wiping surfaces, emptying bins, cleaning amenities, spot cleaning walls/doors, and replenishing supplies.
• Maintain cleaning equipment safely and report any faults, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly.
• Support whole-school hygiene standards by following infection control practices and using appropriate PPE and chemicals correctly.

This role would suit someone who takes pride in their work, values a clean and safe environment, and enjoys being part of a supportive school community.

About You

The following traits would be beneficial:

• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with school staff and reporting issues.
• Experience in cleaning or maintenance roles (beneficial but not essential).
• Basic understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• Basic computer skills e.g. receiving and replying to emails, reporting hazards using our online system, completing online mandatory training.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• NQR675369_26T - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants