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Part-Time Caretaker Wanted
Holy Trinity National School is currently seeking a reliable, flexible, and practical individual to join our team as a Part-Time School Caretaker.

About the Role
• Hours: 20 hours per week
(Typically 1pm–5pm Monday to Friday during school term, with flexible hours during school holidays i.e. days without pupils on site)
• Contract: One-year fixed term, with potential for renewal
• Start Date: 5th January 2026
• Hourly Rate: €14.50 subject to Department of Education funding.

Main Responsibilities Include:
• General maintenance and minor repairs around the school
• Grounds keeping (e.g. weeding, hedge cutting, gardening. power washing)
• Floor care, including buffing and polishing
• Occasional painting and DIY tasks
• Opening/closing school for events, contractors and elections/polling
• Key-holding and basic security tasks
• Assisting with school health & safety protocols
• Checking school and school grounds after weather events yellow, orange and red warnings.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• A strong sense of responsibility and initiative
• Basic DIY/maintenance skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Respect for the ethos and confidentiality of a school environment
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional out-of-hours access (e.g. school meetings, works)
• Full adherence to school safety and operational guidelines is required.
• All necessary tools and protective equipment will be provided.
• Garda Vetting will be required before appointment.

Please write "Caretaker Application" on the envelope.