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St Augustine's is a special school catering for 160 amazing pupils, aged 8-18 years old, with mild general learning disabilities. Some students have an additional diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, ADD and hearing or visual impairment. Training and upskilling opportunities are provided to all staff. With the support of our pupils, families and wonderful staff we have recently developed a new sensory room, kitchen, sensory garden and school yard. More details on the programmes we run and facilities we have check out our school website or social media. We have a very dedicated staff team consisting of 23 teachers and 31 SNA.

The successful candidate will undertake a range of duties that will be decided by our school Board of Management. Some of those duties may include any of the following:
to plan as part of a team future proofing/planning for our school's energy plan
to prevent, in as far as possible, any damage to the structure, furniture, fittings, equipment of our school
carry out painting and renovation work in our school as required
carry out maintenance work as appropriate during school holidays
monitor level of heat in school buildings to ensure comfort and wellbeing for all while exercising economy
keep in safe custody keys for all rooms in the school
be responsible for supervision and maintenance of firefighting apparatus
ensure the maintenance of security alarms, burglar alarms, photocopiers by contacting and liaising with service providers
maintenance of school grounds
take delivery of equipment and distribute appropriately
support the school management team to ensure the school is safe during adverse weather conditions
report and repair (as appropriate) anything that could be a hazard to health, safety and welfare of pupils and staff (including unblocking toilets)

It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to show their own initiative, identify tasks/duties that need to be carried out as part of this role subject to authorisation of school management as appropriate. The duties listed above are not exhaustive or exclusive. Experience in this field of work is welcome.

Salary is in line with Department of Education pay scales with new entrant annual rate of 36,000 euro per year when working full time hours of 37.5 per week. Hours and contract are negotiable.

This position is subject to Garda Vetting.