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Cleaner/General Maintenance

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    KARE - Newbridge
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    Ref: #CES-2448701
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    KARE, Athgarvan Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 Y497
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    No of positions: 1
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    Community Employment Programme
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    19.5 hours per week
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    Community Employment Programme Rates
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    Published On: 15 May 2026
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    Closing On: 26 Jun 2026

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.



Duties

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

Position: Cleaner with Light Maintenance Support (Community Employment)
Organisation: Kare
Location: Newbridge, Kildare
Supervisor: CE Supervisor /Kare Line Manager

Main Duties 

•	Cleaning offices, meeting rooms, bathrooms, and kitchen/canteen areas
•	Cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces, toilets, sinks, and kitchen fixtures
•	Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming, particularly in high-traffic areas.
•	Restock toiletries, paper products, and basic canteen supplies (tea/coffee).
•	Emptying bins, recycling bins, and transporting waste to designated disposal areas
•	Use cleaning materials safely, economically, and in accordance with Health & Safety requirements.
•	Clean and store equipment safely; wear protective clothing and gloves where necessary.
•	Display safety signage (e.g. wet floor signs) as required.

Additional Duties (where appropriate and supervised):
•	Assisting with securing the building as required and working respectfully with staff and service users.
•	Support the preparation of rooms or areas for meetings and events. 
•	Support general outdoor tidying.

This is a cleaning position, and applicants must be aware of hygiene cleaning procedures, maintain building safety and cleanliness and adhere to infection prevention and control procedures. Please contact ce@kare.ie for more information
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