SCHOOL CARETAKER (PART-TIME)

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 18th September 2025

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY: Post

SEND APPLICATION TO : Chairperson Board of Management, Cloneen National School, Cloneen, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, E91 D838

COMMENCEMENT DATE: 29th September 2025

FURTHER INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON: www.educationposts.ie

The employee will work 8-10 hours a week, after school hours unless otherwise requested. 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 Cloneen NS. The hours may be subject to change.

The Caretaker will be required to:
– have good DIY skills.
– have good communication and organisational skills.
– maintain the school premises, furniture, equipment and fittings and ensure that they are kept to an agreed standard and condition.
– to prevent in so far as it is possible, any damage to the structure, furniture, fittings and equipment of the school.
– carry out painting and renovation work in the school.
– carry out maintenance work as appropriate during school holidays.
– ensure the maintenance of lawn mowers and other equipment 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.
– cleaning windows, fascia, doors, courtyards, disposal of rubbish, taking out bins, liaising with school cleaner.
– take delivery of equipment and distribute appropriately.
– run errands as requested by the school principal.
– report and repair (as appropriate) anything that could be a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of employees and pupils including unblocking toilets.
– ensuring 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 principal/Board of Management.

All appointments are subject to Garda Vetting, an Occupational Health check, reference verification and completion of Tusla Children First Training in accordance with Department of Education guidelines.

To apply, please send a Letter of Application and CV (including a mobile phone number for two referees) via post by 18th September 2025.

Please write “CARETAKER APPLICATION” on the envelope.

If you require further information, please email office@clonneenns.ie