Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.

Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.

As part of this commitment, we are looking for a dedicated full-time Cleaner to help us maintain a clean and hygienic space for the children, families, and staff at our Brookvale centre.

Why Join Us?

• We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program. Eligible team members at Little Zak’s receive an extra 10% on top of award rates from December 2024, with an additional 5% starting December 2025. This funding is fully supported by the government until November 2026. Little Zak’s Academy is one of the few approved providers nationally to offer this benefit.
• Rotating rosters to support a great work/life balance
• Up to 50% staff childcare discounts for your own children
• A paid day off on your birthday plus a well-being day on top of your annual leave
• $1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referral
• Continuous career development opportunities including our Future Leaders Program
• Employee Assistance Program via Sonder, a trusted Employee Assistance Program that provides unlimited confidential counselling and support sessions. Whether you need help managing stress, work-life balance, or personal challenges, Sonder is here to support you whenever you need it.
• Study allowances to upskill qualifications (including Early Childhood Teaching degrees, T&Cs apply)
• Travel allowances (T&Cs apply)

About the role:

• Full-time position with rotating shifts from Monday to Friday
• Responsible for the general cleanliness of the centre, including floors, bathrooms, kitchen, and communal areas
• Replenish cleaning and hygiene supplies as needed
• Follow centre cleaning checklists and safety procedures
• Support the team to meet all health, safety and hygiene standards required in an early childhood environment

What we are looking for:

• Prior cleaning experience (preferably in a childcare, school or healthcare setting)
• A qualification in Early Childhood Education is not mandatory, but highly regarded
• A current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual and positive attitude

Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment

Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.

By applying for a role with Little Zak’s Academy, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process.

We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you then, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call 0485 982 484 for more information.