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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. 1. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification Experience Essential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
General Support Staff
Broadline Group are looking for General Support Staff for Immediate Start . Suitable candidate must have 1 year relevant work experience in a healthcare, contract catering or high volume hospitality environment and be able to provide work references covering 5 years employment history We have ongoing work in hospitals and nursing homes nationwide for catering assistants, catering ward staff, hospital porters, kitchen porters, cleaners and qualified chefs nationwide. The successful candidates will be required to join a friendly and motivated Team. Excellent opportunity to work in some of the largest Healthcare settings and Nursing Homes throughout Ireland. Requirements: If you have the above requirements and skill set please contact us today to start the recruitment process to work in Healthcare. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Higher Executive Officer
What is the Higher Executive Officer Role? The Higher Executive Officer (HEO) role requires individuals who can balance operational leadership with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and a clear commitment to public service values. Acting as a vital link between senior management and operational teams, their work ensures the effective implementation of policy, reform, and service delivery on the ground and provides support in managing large projects, budgets and developing government policy. They are expected to operate confidently in complex environments, represent their area in cross-departmental and senior-level settings, and ensure the effective implementation of policies, programmes and services while managing resources responsibly. The Civil Service is now recruiting for suitably qualified and committed individuals to take up the role of HEO. This is an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic individuals who are looking to embrace new challenges, do purposeful work and make a real difference to the Irish State and its people. HEOs are experienced middle managers who play a critical role in leading teams, managing delivery and supporting departmental and cross-government priorities. Reporting to an Assistant Principal Officer, HEOs play a key role in implementing policy and strategy and in delivering a world class service to the State and to the people of Ireland. HEOs in the Civil Service contribute to the Renewal 2030 Strategy and the Better Public Services programme, helping to realise a vision of a more unified, professional, responsive, open and accountable Civil Service that delivers a world-class service to the State and the people of Ireland. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Depending on the Civil Service organisation, the following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks required of the successful candidate(s) at HEO level: Providing strong team leadership, offering direction, motivation and support to drive high performance and continuous improvement; Applying robust analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to inform policy development, operational decisions and organisational priorities; Managing competing demands effectively, planning and prioritising in a dynamic environment to meet tight deadlines; Exercising sound, evidence-based judgement, making balanced and well-reasoned recommendations; Maintaining high standards of governance, accountability and customer service, contributing to a culture of integrity and public service excellence; Building productive working relationships with colleagues, senior management and external stakeholders to enable effective cross-functional delivery; Communicating clearly and professionally, tailoring messages for different audiences across written, verbal and digital channels; Managing budgets, resources and corporate responsibilities in their area in line with Departmental procedures and Civil Service obligations; Supporting learning, development and capability building, fostering a culture where staff can grow, innovate and thrive; Operating effectively in hybrid and evolving work environments, ensuring team cohesion and clarity of purpose; Demonstrating flexibility, resilience and the ability to adapt to a changing work environment; Dealing with sensitive and confidential information. The above job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Why Apply for the Role? As well as a rewarding and challenging career, some of the benefits of working as a HEO include: Competitive salary, starting at €60,029 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance; 29 days of annual leave per year; Public Sector pension; Opportunities for promotion through internal, interdepartmental and open competitions; Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period; Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance and a family-friendly workplace (including work-sharing arrangements and a wide variety of special leave options); Facility to apply for Shorter Working Year Scheme; Facility to apply for career breaks; Learning and development opportunities; Access to well-being programmes to support a healthy work-life balance; Opportunity to avail of the ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme, and the tax saver public transport pass; Opportunity to join the Public Service Credit Union; Contribute to purposeful work that positively impacts citizens, communities, and society. On the closing date of 10 September 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: Possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major or minor award on the National Framework of Qualifications (or equivalent as per NARIC Ireland). Possess a minimum of three years’ relevant management experience. Demonstrable experience in: a. managing workloads, projects or processes in a complex, fast-paced environment; b. strategic thinking, using sound judgement to make well-informed decisions; c. researching and analysing information to support decision-making in a timely manner; d. working collaboratively with internal and/or external stakeholders in multidisciplinary environments; e. creating an inclusive team environment and creating opportunities for knowledge sharing; f. self-motivation, setting own targets and dealing with multiple demands while producing high quality work. Essential Requirements: Candidates must also be able to demonstrate that they possess the capabilities/skills identified as necessary for effective performance at this level, as outlined in the Capability Framework for Higher Executive Officer in the Civil Service.
Outdoor Spaces Operations Manager
Location: Parks West, however the post holder may be required to work at other locations across the Borough (Reserve lists may be kept for same or similar posts throughout the Borough) Salary: PO4 SCP 36-39 £47,181 - £50,269 per annum pro rata based on 37 hours per week Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. A flexible working hours scheme in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours to meet the needs of the post Duration: Permanent The Council may retain a list of successful reserve candidates arising from this recruitment for any vacancies which may arise which are the same grade and similar duties. Such a reserve list will be compiled and held for a period of 12 months from the date of interview. All employees are expected to model the Customer Care behaviours of “Serve Passionately, Engage Positively and Deliver Consistently.” JOB PURPOSE: To assist the Outdoor Spaces Manager (OSM), in the maintenance of high-quality, safe parks and open spaces. To manage and operationally maintain locations in a sustainable manner in line with Council’s policies and procedures including: • Playing fields and other outdoor sport/leisure facilities • Playgrounds • Parks and open spaces. To ensure continuous improvement to deliver a high-quality service to meet the needs of customers/users, adopting an innovative business planning approach underpinned by best practice. The post holder will assist the OSM in bring about transformational change within the Service, ensuring integration of service functions and responsibilities. They will be responsible for the management and delivery of a high-quality, flexible maintenance service to meet the needs of customers/users in line with best practice and will be required to maximise business development potential. The post holder will be required to work collaboratively and proactively to foster and sustain effective relationships and partnerships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including other officers, elected members, outside bodies and local citizens to advance the Corporate and Departmental agendas. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Contribute to the development and implementation of the Section’s Business Plan process. Set key performance objectives for the Section and lead the team in achieving the goals. Establish service needs and advise and prioritise the requirements to ensure a quality and safe service provision. In partnership with the Health and Recreation Department, negotiate and set service standards and agreed time lines for completion of maintenance to ensure a high quality service. Manage the service, ensuring customer satisfaction, safety and effective and efficient service delivery. Ensure that processes are within the Council’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and contributing towards the Departments ISO standards. Manage and develop staff to ensure that they and any employees for which they are responsible: • Promote a “One Council” approach; • Effectively manage their teams, positively contributing to wellbeing and high levels of employee engagement; • Implement and review appropriate training and development programmes for employees to ensure sufficient skills, capacity and knowledge within the service. • Operate within Council policies and procedures; • Deliver services in the most efficient and equitable manner and in accordance with Council governance and financial regulations; • Efficiently and effectively manage available resources; • Deliver their agreed targets; • Work in a corporate and collaborative way with other services and departments. Prepare budget estimates for the Section for which they are responsible. Manage budgets, ensuring compliance with Council policies and financial regulations. Take responsibility for the management of associated risk within the service delivery. Ensure that the health and safety and safeguarding of employees and users is paramount by ensuring that all relevant legislation is adhered to and appropriate guidance, policies and procedures are in place. Develop safe working practices to include risk assessments, information, instruction supervision and training. Apply for regional, national and international awards for locations within the remit of the post holder. Build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders work in partnership to build a culture of service excellence, high performance, innovation, imagination, loyalty and collaboration. Through leadership of the team identify the need for change, create a vision and help guide the team through inspiration, knowledge, development and on-the-job performance to ensure that the Council’s vision and Corporate Plan are realised. Provide guidance and assistance on technical matters relating to the delivery of the Service and advise other stakeholders on matters relating to grounds maintenance to ensure effective and efficient delivery of the service. Prepare tender specifications for service delivery and contractor procurement and assist the Procurement Department in the attainment of safe, value for money resources. Liaise with relevant Departments including the Estates and Assets Management and Finance Departments in the delivery of the capital spend for the Department. Ensure expert knowledge is maintained through continued personal development. Manage the work of subcontractors, ensuring the Council’s interests are secured and a safe environment is attained. Be responsible for the effective management and resolution of stakeholder queries and complaints relating to Parks and Open Spaces and Grounds Maintenance. Research and compile statistical information, reports and documents as required for the Department and Council. Prepare committee reports and attend and present at committee meetings and workshops as required. Manage a range of fleet, equipment and assets across a variety of dispersed locations. Represent the OSM, within their area of responsibility, internally and with external organisations, as required. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and training • 3rd level qualification (i.e. HNC/HND, Level 4, Degree) in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in a relevant discipline/subject such as Business, Horticulture, Management or Public Administration. (Please note relevancy should be clearly demonstrated). Experience • Two years’ experience of managing grounds maintenance/horticulture services to include: ▪ Identifying and resolving complex service delivery issues and implementing improvements to services; ▪ Managing grounds maintenance in compliance with relevant health and safety procedures and other legislative requirements; ▪ Identifying and successfully achieving increased efficiencies; ▪ Developing and maintaining effective partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for the organisation; ▪ Effectively leading and motivating a team; ▪ Successful delivery of capital projects. *Applicants who do not possess a relevant third level qualification must demonstrate 5 years’ relevant experience as above. Key Skills, Knowledge and Attributes • Comprehensive knowledge of grounds maintenance management and the relevant legislation, guidance and best practice. • Comprehensive knowledge of horticultural practices. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Excellent organisational skills. • IT literate to include knowledge of Microsoft Office. Driving • Access to a form of transport which will permit the post holder to carry out the duties of the post in full. Working Arrangements/Flexibility • 37 hours per week Monday – Friday. The post holder will be required to work outside normal working hours as required. Evening and weekend working may also be required. A flexible working hours scheme is in operation.
Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group is one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Cleaning Operative to join our team based at Ulster Carpets Seagoe, Portadown. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern : Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Global Training Administrator
OVERALL ROLE OBJECTIVE: The Global Training Administrator will be responsible for the day to day management of the Learning Management System (LMS) within Almac Pharma Services. JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as the LMS Administrator, overseeing the management of all mandatory, regulatory, and compliance training within APS. Collaborate closely with the Global Quality Assurance function to ensure timely creation of documentation training requirements in the LMS, enabling business completion before effective dates. Support the creation, updating, assignment, and retirement of training curricula across all APS sites. Generate and distribute training compliance reports to relevant stakeholders across the APS business. Manage the closure of training recorded via Training Attendance Sheets and ensure proper storage and archiving of paper-based training documentation in line with internal procedures. Act as the primary point of contact for training-related queries within APS. Provide timely and effective support to Key Trainers and Training Forum Representatives in resolving LMS-related issues. Work collaboratively with other LMS Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure timely completion of training administration, escalate LMS issues to IS, and report training non-compliance to management. Produce and deliver training reports upon request to support business needs. Deliver LMS training to internal staff as required. Contribute to the Group LMS SME Forum by sharing lessons learned and reporting issues promptly. QUALITY SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Almac Pharma Services’ Quality Mission: To operate within a quality excellence framework that is both efficient and effective and continually assures safe and efficacious product to the patient. The post holder will support the quality mission of the business by: Ensuring exceptional and reliable quality in all aspects of work and recognising that quality determines the extent of success. Engaging with the Pharmaceutical Quality System to ensure that quality records are completed accurately and proactively managed in line with committed timelines. Quality performance against set targets is a key goal and aligns with business objectives. Actively contributing to the Quality Vision outlined by the Senior Management Team of reducing the gap between “where we are today” versus “where we want to be today”. QUALIFICATIONS GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above (Must include Maths & English Language) EXPERIENCE Previous experience within a regulated environment KEY SKILLS Proven ability to work effectively on own initiative as well as effectively contributing to the team environment Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) Proficient in use of IT applications (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.) Excellent attention to detail Proven ability to plan and prioritise workload.
Apprenticeship Manager
The post-holder will be required to identify, plan, organise, direct and control a diverse range of programmes to meet contractual requirements and apprenticeship opportunities for faculties as required. This will include managing the administration of the Department for the Economy (DfE) Operational Requirements (ORs) and associated administrative activities through the Training and Management System (TAMS). The post-holder will be responsible for processes across the College to ensure the effective delivery of a range of apprenticeship opportunities for students and employers. This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Lecturer In Green Skills
The successful candidate will provide quality teaching and learning opportunities within the specific areas outlined in the post in order to maximise the potential of every student and to undertake non-lecturing duties as appropriate. This is a full time temporary position within the College up until 31st August 2028 (with possibility of extension). Closing date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Lecturer In Construction And The Built Environment
The successful candidate will provide quality teaching and learning opportunities within the specific areas outlined in the post in order to maximise the potential of every student and to undertake non-lecturing duties as appropriate. This is a full time position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Project Engineer, A-one Controls Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an engineering graduate to work on a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) collaborative project with A-One Controls Services Ltd and Southern Regional College (SRC) for a 6 Month post to develop in-house engineering capability to design and manufacture Low Voltage switchgear and integrated control systems, enabling A-One Control Services to deliver scalable, compliant electrical solutions and provide a unique one-stop supplier for industrial control and power distribution projects. This is a full time temporary position for 6 months. Closing date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly.
