The Post

Shall be those prescribed by the employer from time to time and it shall be the responsibility of the Warden to be and to remain on duty each day for such hours as are necessary to protect children proceeding to and from school via the Warden’s duty point.

All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. 
The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. To attend for duty at the prescribed times and perform such duty under the direction of the employer or any member of the Garda Síochána.
2. To observe fully the instructions for School Wardens set out in the schedule below.
3. To carry the official sign and wear the official uniform and cap at all times when on duty (these will be supplied by the employer).
4. To notify the employer without delay should a traffic incident occur at or in the vicinity of the Warden’s duty point.
5. To furnish such records and reports relating to the employment as may be required by the employer.
6. To notify the employer without delay should he/ she be unable due to illness or other reason, to report for duty.

School Warden Instruction Schedule

7. A white board bearing the word “Stop” is the recognised symbol of authority for all school wardens and this board must be carried and the recognised uniform must be worn all the time when the Warden is on duty.

Character:
Each candidate must be of good character.

Health:

Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.