House cleaner

Cleans and tidies private homes, such as houses, units, flats and apartments.

What you do

You vacuum, sweep and mop floors, and dust furniture. You clean and disinfect kitchens, bathrooms and toilets. You also tidy rooms, empty bins and clean windows and other glass.

SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

Licences and tickets

New South Wales

We have no licences or tickets listed for this job in New South Wales yet. Check with the regulator before you start.

Common questions

What is the minimum pay for a House cleaner?
Minimum casual rate (adult, Cleaning services employee level 1): $33.85 an hour. Under the Cleaning Services Award 2020 (MA000022), from 1 July 2026. Last checked 10 Oct 2026.
What are median earnings for a House cleaner?
Median earnings: $1,302 a week before tax (full-time workers, all experience levels, national; may cover a wider occupation group).