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Caretaker Team Member - Hope House

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    IRD North Mayo West Sligo Ltd
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    Ref: #CES-2465566
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    HOPE HOUSE, Lower Main Street, Foxford, Co. Mayo, F26 V967
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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: 24 Aug 2026
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    Closing On: 05 Oct 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. 

To undertake maintenance and upkeep of Hope House in Foxford:
General maintenance of the buildings and surrounding grounds to include but not an exhaustive list:
•	Painting of internal and external areas,
•	General cleaning and upkeep of the buildings, e.g., repair of doors, windows, light fittings, etc.
•	General maintenance and upkeep of gardens
•	Upkeep of flower beds and paved areas at properties, weeding, grass cutting, strimming, and planting.
•	Oversee disposal of rubbish from properties. This will include general and recyclable waste.
•	Conduct inspection of premises on a scheduled, structured basis.
•	Report any defects, or actions required at properties to the supervisor in a prompt manner.
•	Be available for duty, when required, over weekends, and at out-of-office hours. This would be an occasional \ exceptional requirement.


Essential
•	Proficient oral and written communication skills 
•	Professional and friendly manner
•	Willingness to undertake Health and Safety training.


Desirable for this position
•	Some experience in a caretaker role
•	A passion for community development 

Training and support will be provided.
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