This position is subject to Garda vetting.
In addition to the listed duties below, the caretaker will undertake other duties as may be decided by the principal and/or the Board of Management and/or as may be determined by the needs of St. Mary's High School.
The Caretaker will be required to:
- open and close the school daily and as directed by the senior leadership team
- have good communication and organisational skills. Flexibility and the ability to work in collaboration with other staff are crucial to the role.
- maintain the school premises, furniture, equipment and fittings and ensure that they are kept to an agreed standard and condition
- prevent in so far as it is possible, any damage to the structure, furniture, fittings and equipment of the school
- organise and oversee the carrying out of painting and renovation work in the school.
- carry out maintenance work as appropriate during school holidays
- ensure the maintenance of security alarms, fire alarms, lawn mower and photocopiers by contacting service contractors when necessary.
- keep the school grounds in good order by looking after flowerbeds, cutting the grass, fixing fencing, sweeping/power washing the yard and helping to keep the school litter free.
- expedite the disposal of rubbish, take out bins and liaise with school cleaners
- take delivery of equipment and distribute appropriately.
- run errands as requested by the senior leadership team
- report and arrange repair (as appropriate) of anything that could be a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of employees and pupils including unblocking toilets
- ensure the school and grounds are safe during adverse weather conditions.
It is expected that the caretaker will, on their own initiative, identify tasks/duties that need to be carried out as part of the role subject to the authorisation of the school senior leadership team including whole school events e.g. school musical, open night and prize-giving among others
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: €15.00-€19.00 per year
Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week
Work Location: In person