About this role
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