ADVERT ID 262283
Caretaker/Janitor
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Tue Sep 15 2026
Application Closing Date:
Wed Sep 30 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 2 2026
Status of Post:
Part-Time
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
2
Current Enrolment:
22
Droichead school:
No
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Knockerra National School is seeking applications for the position of Caretaker
Hours: 7 hours per week
Working Hours: Flexible
• Duties and Responsibilities
The duties of the Caretaker will include, but are not limited to:
• General care, maintenance and upkeep of the school building, grounds, fixtures and fittings.
• Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance as required.
• General grounds maintenance, including grass cutting and keeping external areas tidy and safe.
• Monitoring the general condition of the school premises and reporting any issues requiring attention.
• Liaising with the Principal/Board regarding maintenance
• Disposal of rubbish and general upkeep of the school premises.
Ordering of cleaning products
• Ensuring that the school environment is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, safety and presentation.
• Carrying out other reasonable duties appropriate to the role, as directed by the Principal.
The position is subject to the continued availability of funding under the Department of Education's Ancillary Services Grant Scheme.
The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, Garda Vetting, completion of the required statutory declarations and any other pre-employment requirements applicable to the position.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a probationary period in accordance with the terms of their contract of employment.
Applications should include a letter of application and CV, including the names and contact details of two referees.
Hours: 7 hours per week
Working Hours: Flexible
• Duties and Responsibilities
The duties of the Caretaker will include, but are not limited to:
• General care, maintenance and upkeep of the school building, grounds, fixtures and fittings.
• Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance as required.
• General grounds maintenance, including grass cutting and keeping external areas tidy and safe.
• Monitoring the general condition of the school premises and reporting any issues requiring attention.
• Liaising with the Principal/Board regarding maintenance
• Disposal of rubbish and general upkeep of the school premises.
Ordering of cleaning products
• Ensuring that the school environment is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, safety and presentation.
• Carrying out other reasonable duties appropriate to the role, as directed by the Principal.
The position is subject to the continued availability of funding under the Department of Education's Ancillary Services Grant Scheme.
The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, Garda Vetting, completion of the required statutory declarations and any other pre-employment requirements applicable to the position.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a probationary period in accordance with the terms of their contract of employment.
Applications should include a letter of application and CV, including the names and contact details of two referees.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- CV (Unbound/Slide Binder)
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
18327I
Apply To:
County:
Clare
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