We are seeking a reliable and hardworking School Caretaker to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. The role involves general site care, cleaning, security, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school premises.
Key Responsibilities:
* TASKS / DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Routine and non-routine opening and closing of the premises and grounds in accordance with the instructions of the Principal or the Deputy Principal as his/her nominated delegate.
* Co—operation in ensuring security and safety within building during school days as agreed with the Principal or the Deputy Principal including during times of timetabled morning and lunch breaks.
* Attendance to ensure security and safety and performance of other duties during evening class programmes and other after-school activities in accordance with the instructions of the Principal or the Deputy Principal. To be available for overtime in order to undertake the above and other appropriate duties as required.
* Security of the Premises and its content. Responsible for:
* Taking care of the school premises and contents and prevention in so far as possible, of any damage to the structure, furniture, fittings or equipment on the part of students or others.
* Checking and securing of windows, doors and gates (internal and external).
* Operation of fire and burglar alarms, and CCTV system in accordance with the instructions of the Principal or the Deputy Principal.
* Safe custody of keys of the premises including key-holder responsibilities, where and/ or at times that duty is not specifically assigned to a retained outside body.
* Reporting to the Principal/Deputy Principal of any instances of unauthorised use of or unauthorised entry to or damage to the premises.
* Lighting and heating of the premises and the routine maintenance and operation of plant. Ensuring adequate supplies of requisites are requisitioned in good time.
Job Type: Fixed term
Contract length: 7 months
Pay: From €17.10 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Work Location: In person