About this role
Job Title: Cleaner 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. CE Scheme Skills