South African Police Service (SAPS)
A school and government cleaner maintains the cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation of public schools, government offices, municipal buildings, courts, police stations, correctional facilities, clinics, and other state-owned facilities across South Africa.
Government cleaning roles are among the most stable and consistently available cleaner vacancies in the country, offering formal employment with structured benefits, regulated salary scales, and long-term job security across all nine provinces.
This guide provides an overview of school and government cleaner vacancies in South Africa, popular province-level listings, latest job opportunities, employee salaries and benefits, required qualifications and skills, and how to apply.
Latest School & Government Cleaner Vacancies in South Africa
School and government cleaner positions are actively advertised across South Africa. Based on the latest listings from the DPSA, provincial government portals, and job boards:
| Location | Description |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg, Gauteng | Public school cleaning, government office hygiene, municipal building maintenance, and court facility cleaning |
| Cape Town, Western Cape | School cleaning, provincial government office hygiene, municipal building maintenance, and clinic cleaning |
| Durban, KwaZulu-Natal | Public school cleaning, government facility hygiene, municipal office maintenance, and police station cleaning |
| Bloemfontein, Free State | School and government office cleaning, provincial administration building hygiene, and municipal facility maintenance |
| Polokwane, Limpopo | Public school cleaning, government office hygiene, and municipal building maintenance |
| Mbombela, Mpumalanga | School cleaning, provincial government office hygiene, and municipal facility maintenance |
| Rustenburg, North West | Public school cleaning, government building hygiene, and municipal office maintenance |
| Gqeberha, Eastern Cape | School and government office cleaning, provincial administration facility hygiene, and municipal building maintenance |
| Kimberley, Northern Cape | Public school cleaning, government building hygiene, and municipal facility maintenance |
For the most current listings, search “Government Cleaner Vacancies South Africa” on www.dpsa.gov.za, www.publicservicevacancies.co.za, www.indeed.co.za, and www.careers24.com.
Salary and Employee Benefits
Salaries for school and government cleaner roles in South Africa are regulated by government pay scales and vary by department, grade level, and province. Typical ranges as of 2026:
- Entry-level government cleaner (Grade 1 / Level 1) – ZAR 4,200–6,000 per month
- Experienced government cleaner (Grade 2 / Level 2) – ZAR 6,000–8,000 per month
- Senior cleaner / cleaning team leader – ZAR 8,000–11,000 per month
- Cleaning supervisor (government facility) – ZAR 11,000–15,000 per month
- Facilities and housekeeping manager (government) – ZAR 15,000–22,000 per month
Qualifications and Skills Required
School and government cleaner roles have accessible qualification requirements, making them suitable for a wide range of candidates. Requirements vary slightly depending on the specific government department and facility type.
Education
- Grade 10 minimum acceptable for most entry-level government and school cleaning positions
- Grade 12 (Matric) preferred by most government departments and increasingly required for formal application processes through the DPSA portal
- Basic literacy and numeracy are essential for completing government cleaning schedules, procurement records, and facility maintenance logs
How to Apply for Government Cleaner Vacancies
To apply for school and government cleaner vacancies in South Africa, follow these steps.
Step 1: Prepare Documents
- Updated CV detailing your cleaning experience, types of environments cleaned, duties performed, and employment dates
- Certified copy of your South African ID document or Smart ID card
- Certified copy of your highest educational qualification (Grade 10 or Grade 12 certificate)
- At least two contactable references from previous employers or cleaning supervisors
- Copies of any relevant certificates (OHS, Chemical Handling, Hygiene, First Aid)
- A completed Z83 application form — the official government job application form required for all national and provincial government department vacancies; download from www.dpsa.gov.za