Caretaker

Education and Qualifications

• Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the
• QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise.

Experience

• Relevant experience as a caretaker with associated responsibilities

KEY ELEMENTS OF THE JOB / DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties of a Caretaker are listed below: 1. To take care of the premises and contents and to prevent as far as possible, any damage to the structure, furniture, fittings and equipment. 2. To be responsible for the opening and closing of the buildings as required. 3. Ensure that the building is safe and secure. 4. To keep the premises, furniture and equipment secure. 5. To keep the premises, furniture and fittings in a clean condition (this includes bathrooms on a continual basis throughout the day in accordance with requirements of the H.S.E./Environmental Health Officer. 6. To keep in a clean condition all glass doors, windows, etc., and to carry out painting of walls, woodwork and window frames as directed by the Line Manager. 7. To see to the heating requirements of the building and safeguard the heating and water pipes during the cold period of the year. 8. To keep in safe custody the keys of all rooms in the building and to ensure that no unauthorised person has access to any part of the building 9. To set out and transfer as required, equipment and furniture, including preparation for group meetings and other events. 10. To give such assistance as may be required outside the building as directed by the Line Manager. 11. To keep the grounds in good order, including maintenance of paths, parking areas, and all access routes. 12. To open and close the building as directed by the Line Manager. 13. To note and arrange for the receipt of furniture, equipment, food supplies, fuel, and other materials for general use. 14. To perform such similar duties as may be required and generally to carry out such duties as may be required from time to time by the ETB, the Chief Executive, Line Manager. 15. To complete relevant documentation as required under Health and Safety legislation. 16. To work in compliance with the Building’s Safety Statement. 17. To carry out any other duties appropriate to the position.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him / her from time to time by the CE and to contribute to the development of the post while in the role. The Office This is a specified purpose contract. The normal working week is a 19.5 hours five-day week basis excluding breaks. However, the position of Caretaker may involve additional hours in excess of the standard working week, without additional remuneration. The holder of the office shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of MSLETB, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of MSLETB or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of MSLETB or which might be inconsistent with discharge of his or her duties as a MSLETB Officer.

Probation The following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation; (b) Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period; (c) Such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory.