Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Job Title: Cleaner and Caretaker
Location:
	197 Castle Park, Ballybane, Galway (Main Building and Annex)
	Office at SCCUL Building, Ballybane
	Minibus based at SCCUL Ballybane
Reporting To: Senior Administrator
Hours: 19.5
Contract Type: Part-time 
Job Purpose:
To ensure the cleanliness, upkeep, and smooth day-to-day operation of Youth Work Ireland Galway’s buildings and vehicle, while providing support with supplies, basic administration, and general caretaking duties.
Key Responsibilities:
 Cleaning and maintenance of premises and Vehicle:
Maintain the main premises and related locations in a clean, safe, and welcoming condition, while reporting any difficulties, hazards, or damage. Duties include:
	Offices and Meeting Rooms:
	Wash and vacuum floors
	Dust and clean skirting boards, internal windows, desktops, chairs, etc.
	Empty bins and ensure spaces are clean and tidy at all times
	Toilet Areas:
	Clean and disinfect sinks, toilets, and surrounding areas
	Ensure regular restocking of soap, toilet rolls, and paper towels
	Corridors and Communal Areas:
	Wash and vacuum floors
	Clean doors, skirting boards
	Report any damage or maintenance issues
	Kitchen:
	Fill and empty dishwasher
	Clean floors, worktops, cupboards, and kitchen equipment
	Ensure adequate supplies of tea, coffee, milk, and cleaning materials
	External Areas:
	Clean and tidy outdoor areas including weeding and gutter cleaning
	Clean external windows on the ground floor
	Carry out small painting jobs when required
	Ensure rubbish bins are placed out for collection on the appropriate days
	Minibus (Galway City):
	Clean and maintain interior and exterior of the minibus
	Report any issues or cleaning concerns immediately
 Minibus Bookings & Usage Management:
	Maintain the manual system in place for booking the minibus, ensuring that only authorised Youth Work Ireland Galway staff are permitted to drive it
	Ensure the bus is properly signed out and signed back in by drivers
	Check the bus after use for cleanliness and condition, and report any issues
 Purchasing and supplies management:
	Monitor and purchase cleaning products and equipment
	Maintain stock of kitchen items such as tea, coffee, milk, sugar etc
	Keep receipts and record purchases as required
 Light Administrative Duties:
	Take post to the local post box or post office
	Assist with light admin duties such as mail sorting, filing, and receiving deliveries
 Training  and compliance:
	Attend all mandatory and job-related training required by Youth Work Ireland Galway
	Keep up to date with organisational policies and health & safety procedures
General Duties:
	Carry out tasks in line with all relevant health and safety, safeguarding, and organisational policies
	Work cooperatively with staff and maintain a positive, professional attitude
	Maintain confidentiality and respect for service users and colleagues
	Be flexible and adaptable to support the changing needs of the organisation