Caretaker

Frenchpark & Districts Childcare are currently looking for a Caretaker. Applicants must qualify for the Community Services Programme.

Role:

We are seeking a Caretaker to complete day to day general maintenance of all areas and carry out repairs such as upkeep and renewal of paintwork, grass and hedge cutting, etc. Responsible for the general maintenance, cleaning, tidiness and upkeep of the Centre and the grounds

Job details: Permanent, subject to a 6-month probation period

Salary: €14.00 per hour

Hours: Part-time (18.5 hours per week).

Benefits: 22 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)

Essential Criteria:

Relevant experience as a caretaker or transferable skills from a similar role

Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team, including the ability to organise, plan, and prioritise tasks

Good communication skills

Applicant must have a good command of the English language.

Requirements:

Responsible for the general maintenance, cleaning, tidiness and upkeep of the Centre and the grounds

Undertake day to day general maintenance of all areas and carry out minor repairs including upkeep and renewal of paintwork

Other duties such as grass and hedge cutting, moving furniture and equipment around the centre, etc.

Surveying buildings and grounds to identify other major repair work that needs to be done

Ensure that the Centre and grounds are operating in line with Childcare Preschool Services Regulations, HSE, HSA guidelines and our Childcare Services policies and procedures.

Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

We offer:

Competitive salary

Ongoing Training and Development

Employee Assistance/ Well-being Program

Applicants must meet the criteria for Community Services Programme employment

Frenchpark and District Childcare is an equal opportunities employer

Garda Vetting and Police Clearance is a requirement for this position.

Detailed job description available upon request

Please forward cover letter and up to date CV to recruitment@fdcl.ie