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Caretaker Assistant

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    MEATH COMMUNITY RURAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
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    Ref: #WPEP-2473214
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    MEATH PARTNERSHIP, Unit J/K, Kells Business Park, Kells, Co. Meath, A82 N6P8
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    No of positions: 1
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    Work Placement and Experience Programme
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    As per WPEP guidelines
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    Work Placement Experience Programme
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    Published On: 06 Oct 2026
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    Closing On: 01 Dec 2026

This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance. Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process. 


Meath Partnership is offering a Caretaker Assistant Work Placement Experience Programme (WPEP) opportunity. This placement will provide participants with practical experience in customer service, maintenance and health & safety while supporting the caretaking team in a professional environment. Participants will learn how to assist with minor repairs, respond to reports of faults or defects, help maintain safe and tidy outdoor areas, move and arrange equipment, and follow workplace health and safety procedures. Full training, mentoring and support will be provided throughout the placement.  
This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP. 

Formal Training: 
Safe Pass
Manual Handling
Dumper Training (QQI Accredited)
Teleporter Training (QQI Accredited)

Informal Training: 
Workplace Induction
Health & Safety Awareness
Customer Service Skills
Teamwork and Communication Skills
Fault Reporting Procedures
Maintenance Procedures and Best Practice
Hazard Identification and Reporting
Safe Use of Equipment and Tools
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Career Level

  • Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

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