The Board of Management of St Anthony’s Special School welcome applications for the position of part-time caretaker. The position will cover circa 16 hours per week during school term plus the month of August .
The successful candidate will ideally have:
-experience in general maintenance and ground-keeping skills
-a good understanding of caretaking duties, to include health and safety legislation and security responsibilities
-excellent DIY skills
-an ability to work independently and show initiative
-Good communication and organisational skills.
-understanding of the importance of confidentiality and compliance with school Child Safeguarding Policy.
Some of the responsibilities ( though not exhaustive) of the role include:
-general upkeep of school by ensuring that the school facilities and grounds are maintained to a high standard, so as to be a safe place for children and staff all year round
-ensuring that furniture, equipment and fittings are maintained to a high standard
-upkeep and renewal of paintwork
-health and safety responsibilities
-identifying tasks/ duties to be carried out in consultation with the Principal/Board of Management
- Planning larger maintenance projects with the Principal
- Window cleaning, disposal of electric recycling, green areas tidying, lawns mowed etc. Liaising with the school's cleaning staff.
- Monitoring efficiency of heating system and monitoring efficiency of electricity and water meters
- Looking after general repairs.
- To note and arrange for the receipt of stores and other materials for general use, & for the transfer of stores, equipment & similar materials.
The successful candidate should hold a full clean driver’s license and may be required to work outside of normal school hours to safely provide maintenance , to make facilities available.
This appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and background checks for Child Protection requirements and a certification of fitness to work.
This position is subject to a 3 month probation period
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: €12.70-€17.65 per hour
Expected hours: 16 per week
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 13/06/2025
