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Cloneen National School seeks applications for the following positions:
- Part-Time Cleaner (9 hours per week)
- Part- Time Caretaker (8-10 Hours per week)

The employees will work after school hours unless otherwise requested. These positions are subject to Garda vetting.

In addition to the listed duties below, the cleaner and 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 Cleaner will be required to:
- clean the school (inside) on certain evenings each week
- hoover/mop floors
- wash desks
- ensure shelves are dusted and cleaned frequently
- keep stock of products and equipment
- ensure products are stored securely
- empty bins
- clean toilets and bathrooms
- clean sink areas around the school
- keep the staffroom/ office spaces clean
- other cleaning duties relating to school
– It is expected that the cleaner 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.


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 23rd January 2026.

Please write "CLEANER APPLICATION" or “CARETAKER APPLICATION” on the envelope as appropriate.

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