In order to work in Queensland schools as a cleaner, you will need to hold a Blue Card. The Blue Card is the Queensland Working with Children Check (WWCC).
If you have a Working with Children Check in another state, you will still need to apply to obtain a Blue Card as other states WWCC's are not valid in the state of Queensland.
You will need to pay $95.55 to obtain one. Once you have your Blue Card, you will be eligible to work in a range of settings, so it's advantageous to have one. Take a look at the employment opportunities this can open up for you here.
Get started on applying for a Blue Card (WWCC)
Will a person with a criminal history be refused a blue card?
A person with a criminal history will not necessarily be refused a blue card. If a person’s criminal history suggests they should not hold a blue card, the Commissioner will ask them to provide a submission on any police or disciplinary information held about them, explaining why they should not be refused a blue card.
The Commissioner assesses the submission, any references or other relevant material provided, the nature of the offence/s and circumstances surrounding the case before making a final decision.
The employer, volunteer co-ordinator or education provider is notified of the outcome of the person’s blue card application, but any personal, police or disciplinary information is kept strictly confidential.
What does the Commissioner consider when assessing an applicant with a criminal history?
When assessing a person’s criminal history, the Commissioner considers: • whether there are charges or convictions
whether any offence is a serious offence (defined by the Act)
when the offence was committed or alleged to have been committed
the nature of the offence and its relevance to working with children or young people