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Cleaning Assistant - Community Employment

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    City of Dublin YMCA
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    Ref: #CES-2473190
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    Community Hub, 53 Aungier Street, Dublin 2, D02 CH96
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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: 02 Oct 2026
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    Closing On: 13 Nov 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. 

YMCA Dublin is a community-based charity that has been building safer, stronger, and more inclusive communities for over 175 years. Through affordable childcare, youth programmes, family support, and community services, the organisation empowers young people, supports individuals and families, and creates safe, welcoming spaces where everyone can thrive. Working alongside local communities across Dublin, YMCA Dublin helps foster healthy, confident, secure, and connected communities for all.

Job Summary
Our goal is to create a clean and orderly environment for patrons, that will become a critical factor in maintaining and strengthening our quality standards.

This is a Community Employment Scheme position working 19.5hrs per week between Monday - Friday.
Location: Aungier St. Dublin

Key Responsibilities
Responsible for general cleaning duties in all areas of the facility including the removal of rubbish, cleaning of floors, windows, toilets, mirrors and other areas and tasks as specified. 
Refer to centre cleaning checklists to ensure all cleaning requirements are carried out to the highest possible standard.
Ensure effective and positive communication with colleagues and coordinators.
Additional concentrated cleaning may be sought from time to time on specific problem areas that may require extra work. 
Model appropriate behaviour for all YMCA Staff and Volunteers.
Notify Facilities Coordinator on any damages, deficits and disturbances.
Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience.
Check stock levels of all consumables and replace them when appropriate.
Adhere strictly to rules regarding Health and Safety and be aware of any company-related Policies. 
YMCA Dublin as your employer is committed to implement and review H&S control measures You will be required to undertake training and retraining where necessary, as outlined by  YMCA Dublin. 
 
The responsibilities outlined above cannot totally encompass or define all tasks which may be required of the post holder. The outline of responsibilities given above may, therefore, vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

Employment Details
Hours: 19.5 hours per week (part-time)
Schedule: Monday to Thursday 6pm - 10pm and Friday 4.30pm - 8pm 
Location: Aungier Street, Dublin 2
Support: Laptop provided (where needed), regular supervision, access to training
Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible for Community Employment under DSP criteria

Personal and Professional Attributes
Good communication skills
Professional personal presentation
Attention to detail
Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
Reliability
Ability to handle a busy workload

Application via the Intreo office to check eligibility and referral
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