Cleaner - Knocklyon

Tigers Childcare; South Dublin; On-site; EUR 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30 paid holiday days (including bank):

HSF Health Plan discount

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Educational Assistance Programme

CPD and career development

On-site parking

Break room facilities

Job summary

Tigers Childcare is seeking a part-time cleaner for its Knocklyon, Dublin centres. The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for children and staff, with 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

The position requires Garda Vetting and references, with the chance of international vetting if applicable, and offers a supportive team culture and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ cleaning experience (preferably in a creche or childcare facility).
• Knowledge of hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• Experience with floor washing and buffing.
• Two written references and qualification certificates.
• Garda Vetting (we will manage this for you).
• International Police Vetting (if you’ve lived abroad for 3 months or more).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistently clean, safe, and hygienic centre environment to support childcare operations.
• Carry out daily cleaning tasks including mopping, surface sanitisation, and equipment care to ensure high standards.
• Work independently to complete tasks to required standards within allocated timeframes.
• Contribute to a culture of professionalism, safety, and high-quality service.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Hygiene knowledge

Independent work

Floor washing

References

Garda Vetting

Police vetting international

Education

Qualification certificates

Job description

Job Category: Childcare Early years educator

Knocklyon, Dublin | Part-time (15 Hours) | Monday – Friday | Permanent | €14.15 per hour

At Tigers Childcare, we don’t just hire for roles — we hire for impact. Whether you work directly with children, support behind the scenes, or lead teams across services, your work helps shape a nurturing environment where children – and colleagues – can thrive.

If you're organised, values-driven, and ready to contribute to something bigger, this could be your next chapter.

Why We Do What We Do

Tigers Childcare creates exceptional environments where children thrive through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. With 33 centres and growing, we’re one of Ireland’s leading childcare providers – committed to quality, inclusion and continuous improvement.

The same values that guide how we support children – curiosity, care, consistency and high expectations – shape how we support our teams. At Tigers, we invest in your development, prioritise wellbeing, and make sure everyone feels they belong.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Maintain a consistently clean, safe, and hygienic centre environment to support childcare operations
• Carry out daily cleaning tasks including mopping, surface sanitisation, and equipment care to ensure high standards
• Work independently to complete tasks to required standards within allocated timeframes
• Contribute to a culture of professionalism, safety, and high-quality service

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Must-Haves

• Minimum of 2 years’ cleaning experience (preferably in a creche or childcare facility)
• Knowledge of hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently
• Experience with floor washing and buffing
• Two written references and qualification certificates
• Garda Vetting (we will manage this for you)
• International Police Vetting (if you’ve lived abroad for 3 months or more)

Nice-to-Haves

• Manual Handling training completed
• Interest in working within a childcare or values-driven organisation

The Perks, the Pay, and the Purpose

What the Role Offers You

• A purposeful role that contributes directly to centre quality and hygiene
• A welcoming and supportive work culture
• A structured induction and clear expectations
• Flexibility with part-time evening hours

Salary & Benefits

• Rate of pay: €14.15 per hour
• 30 paid holiday days (including bank holidays, with service-based increases)
• 10% discount on HSF Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Educational Assistance Programme
• CPD and career development opportunities
• Onboarding induction, colleague appreciation days, and quarterly paid team meetings
• Break room facilities and on-site parking

Let’s Build Something Brilliant Together

If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you.

All roles are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks in line with regulatory requirements and Tigers Childcare’s Safeguarding Policy. Tigers Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.