Job Title: Caretaker
Location: Enniscorthy, Wexford
Job Type: Part-time – 6 month contract
Job Overview:
Flexiforce, are seeking a reliable and responsible Caretaker within a healthcare setting to manage visitor access, ensure the security of the premises, and assist in maintaining a safe and controlled environment. This individual will play a crucial role in overseeing all entry and exit points (front door & rear doors), monitoring security risks, and ensuring safety protocols are upheld. Assist in answering central phone in the front office when and if required.
Key Responsibilities:
Visitor Management:
- Sign all visitors in and out of facility.
- Ensure that only authorized individuals enter the premises.
- Provide assistance and directions to visitors and staff as required.
- Ensure infection prevention and control guidelines are followed by all visitors
- Ensure all visitors follow visiting Guidelines.
Security & Safety:
- Monitor and report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities.
- Conduct routine checks of entry and exit points.
- Ensure all internal and external windows and doors are secured at the end of the day.
- Participate in fire safety training and assist in emergency procedures if required.
- Ensure Fire exits are clear all the time.
Compliance & Health Standards:
- Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations in a healthcare environment.
- Follow infection prevention and control protocols.
- Ensure proper handling and disposal of healthcare risk waste.
Requirements:
- Garda Vetting is mandatory with a clean disclosure (no pending convictions).
- Manual handling course
- Previous experience in security, caretaking, or a similar role is advantageous.
- Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to emergencies.
- Basic computer literacy for record-keeping purposes is desirable.
Additional Information:
- Fire Safety Training will be provided on-site.
- The role requires flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends if necessary.
- Uniform or identification badge required to ensure easy recognition by staff and visitors.
For immediate consideration to send on your updated CV to Kelley Rothwell at kelley@flexiforce.ie
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