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Full time Chef de Partie Required. Employer and Employment Location: Ho Ting Restaurant, Unit 7 Sandhill Shopping Centre, Hacketstown Road, Carlow, Co. Carlow. Work Includes: Preparing Chinese cuisine food items and meal components at your station. Manage oriental ingredients that should be frequently available on a daily basis. Cooking a specific portion of each plated Chinese meal. Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking Asian cuisine foods. Following directions provided by the head chef. Stocktaking and ordering supplies for your station. Suggest new rules and procedures for optimizing the cooking process. Required: 3+ years previous relevant experience. Minimum Annual Salary: €35,360 Working Hours: 40 hours/week, hourly rate 17 euros AD PUBLISHED: FROM 05TH DECEMBER 2025 TO 02ND JANUARY 2026
Signmaker/Graphics Application
Junior sign maker / graphic application, Computer knowledge in Coreldraw / Photoshop an advantage. We are based in West Wicklow and covering Leinster area in general.
Nanny / Household Support
Employment: Full time, Permanent. Hours: 45 hours per week. Start Date: As soon as possible. Live in or Live out: Live In Salary: DOE Location: Family home in Founex, near Geneva, Switzerland. About the Family: A family in Founex seeks a dedicated and nurturing live-in Nanny / Housekeeper to provide attentive care and support for their children (2 years and 4 years). The ideal candidate will have a warm, professional demeanour and the ability to create a structured yet engaging environment where children can thrive. The role involves a mix of childcare, organisation, housekeeping and communication with parents to ensure the well-being and development of the children. Childcare & Development:
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Mechanic
AES Recycling Ltd is seeking a Mechanic to join our Depot team on a permanent basis. This is a mobile role with no fixed base; however, the position will have primary responsibility for the maintenance of our South East depots which are based in Carlow/Wexford/Wicklow. The successful candidate will perform inspections, planned maintenance, and repairs on trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other depot vehicles and equipment. The successful candidate must be flexible, willing to cover on-call duties, and respond efficiently to urgent breakdowns. Key Responsibilities Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
Executive Librarian
The Role of the Executive Librarian The Executive Librarian is a professional librarian position with a key managerial role in delivering high quality library services for Carlow County Council. The post holder will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for managing and developing library staff, resources, programmes, and facilities. The Executive Librarian will report to the County Librarian and/or Senior Executive Librarian. The main duties and responsibilities of the Executive Librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. These duties will include but are not limited to: Strategic responsibilities: ➢ Support senior management in communicating, implementing, and managing change initiatives within the Library Service ➢ Identify opportunities for innovation and service improvement in line with the national public library strategy, using performance indicators effectively ➢ Ensure implementation of the Library Development Programme, aligning with the Council’s corporate plans and strategies for county development ➢ Assist in the development of library policies, plans and strategies ➢ Support the County Librarian, Senior Executive Librarian or other nominated senior officials to communicate, implement and manage change management initiatives within the Library Service ➢ Participate in national and local committees and working groups to advance new and innovative services Operational responsibilities ➢ Manage governance of library buildings, health and safety, and child protection in accordance with Council policies ➢ Forge strong links through outreach with community, education, business, and other sectors ➢ Oversee information systems and services, budget management, reporting, and financial reconciliation ➢ Communicate effectively with employees, senior managers, customers, and elected representatives on operational matters ➢ Provide specialist assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required ➢ Support the events manager in delivering an innovative programme of events and including exhibitions, workshops and other activities ➢ Manage, train, and supervise staff up to Librarian grade, including workload allocation, leave management, and performance monitoring ➢ Ensure compliance with all organisational policies and procedures ➢ Deputise for the Senior Executive Librarian as and when required ➢ Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility within the Library Service, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time Qualifications Character Each candidate will 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. Education, Training, Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) hold a degree (level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in the area of Library and Information Studies, (ii) have satisfactory experience of library work. NOTE: A copy of relevant examination results should be included with your application in order to determine your eligibility for this post. Citizenship: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa The ideal candidate will demonstrate the key competencies outlined in this booklet and possess the following: • Clear knowledge of the Executive Librarian role, the future development of library services, and the changing operating environment of local government • Proven experience in managing and supervising staff, with the ability to lead, motivate, empower and encourage teams to achieve shared goals • Capability to lead and manage change effectively to deliver quality services in a dynamic environment • Strong understanding of the structure and functions of local government, current issues and priorities, and the representational role of elected members • Effective skills in budgeting, resource allocation, report writing, and financial reconciliation • Knowledge and experience of IT systems and an understanding of the role of digital technologies in modern library service delivery • Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and deliver key operational objectives while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures • Ability to work closely with other Council departments and external agencies • Excellent customer service skills and demonstrate an awareness of Carlow County Council’s Customer Service Charter • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and work on own initiative • Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace Driving Licence: The holder of the post MUST hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement/ disqualification. When required to do so, holders of office shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. The Post The post is permanent wholetime and pensionable. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee. Location of post The successful candidate may be based in any of Carlow County Council’s library facilities. Carlow County Council reserves the right to assign the post holder to any council premises, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. Any changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide at their own expense the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Working Hours The working hours are 35 hours per week which will include weekend and evening working hours. Carlow County Council reserves the right to alter the working hours from time to time. The successful candidate may be required to work additional hours on a time off in lieu (time for time) basis on various occasions. 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 (Regulations) 2001. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such position on probation, (b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold such position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory, (d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, (e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. Remuneration The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. The salary scale for the post of Executive Librarian (Circular Letter EL 07/2025) is: €57,322 - €58,689 - €60,356 - €63,491 - €65,363 - €67,690 (LSI1) and €70,030 (LSI2) gross per annum. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL.02/2020, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Residence The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. References Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related (at least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer). In advance of any offer of employment, Carlow County Council reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Vetting Garda vetting is required for certain roles within Carlow County Council. Failure to complete a Garda vetting form on request may prevent your employment with Carlow County Council. In the event of an unsatisfactory Garda declaration being received Carlow County Council reserves the right not to commence employment. In the event of an existing employee changing role as a result of promotion or otherwise to a role that requires Garda Vetting and an unsatisfactory disclosure being returned, Carlow County Council reserves the right to withhold promotion, and also to investigate if further sanction/disciplinary action is warranted on foot of disclosure on a case by case basis. Training: It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post and to attend all mandatory training. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Health & Safety: The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Carlow County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. He/She shall familiarise him/herself with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the terms of the Safety Statement may result in a disciplinary action. Use of Modern Technology The successful candidate will be required to use all equipment provided, including computers, hand held terminals, mobile telephone, electronic equipment, video or other monitoring equipment and any other new technology which may be introduced in the future.
Delivery Driver C
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 370 people. The Person Home Delivery Truck Driver – Carlow Area If you are an experienced C driver , have great work ethic and a genuine desire to provide excellent customer care at all times, then EZ Living Furniture is looking for you. The successful candidate will provide an efficient home delivery service and will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery to customers’ homes. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, along with a flexible approach, to ensure that customers’ expectations are met and surpassed. The position is based in Dublin but serves adjoining counties as well. We will provide training to the right person who can demonstrate motivation and a willingness to learn. If you are interested in taking on a new challenge at a growing company, we encourage you to apply today. Responsibilities
Organisational Risk & Resilience E Grade Panel
We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Organisational Risk and Resilience Team is responsible for developing and implementing Uisce Éireann’s Organisational Risk Management, Policy and Framework and assisting the business in ensuring that appropriate resilience (Crisis Management and Business Continuity) Policy and Framework is designed, implemented and operated across the organisation to minimise the impact of a business continuity or crisis management events. The function also supports the development of the UÉ management systems model in line with ISO standards and including the provision of its core support processes (CAPA/Doc Control). The roles available are in the Resilience Team, part of the Organisational Risk & Resilience Function and would suit a variety of business continuity, crisis and emergency management disciplines. The roles are as follows; • Incident & Crisis Management Analyst (Multiple) • Business Continuity Analyst These Analyst roles will support the development, implementation and maintenance of Uisce Éireann’s resilience policies, frameworks, plans and standard operating procedures. The duties will include coordination of the end-to-end lifecycle of incident, crisis and business continuity management, through planning and preparedness, response, measurement, monitoring and reporting activities. The roles will be key to ensure that the business is prepared to respond and recover from events and incidents that could potentially impact critical activities and continuity of service. These roles will contribute to the overall continuous improvement of the Uisce Éireann’s resilience model in line with national and international regulatory requirements and best practice. Please refer to Job Descriptions below for greater detail on the Main Duties and Responsibilities for each role. Incident & Crisis Management Analyst The Role: The Organisational Risk and Resilience Team is responsible for developing and implementing Uisce Éireann’s Organisational Risk Management, Policy and Framework and assisting the business in ensuring that appropriate resilience (Crisis Management and Business Continuity) Policy and Framework is designed, implemented and operated across the organisation to minimise the impact of a business continuity or crisis management events. The function also supports the development of the UÉ management systems model in line with ISO standards and including the provision of its core support processes (CAPA/Doc Control). Reporting to the Incident & Crisis Management Technical Lead, the Incident & Crisis Management Analyst will interact with a large group of stakeholders across the different areas of the business and will provide advice, support in the development and implementation of incident & crisis management processes and plans, training, guidance, reporting and monitoring of the full life cycle of the Incident & Crisis Management framework structures and practices and contributing to the governance and assurance activities of the organisation. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Support the day-to-day coordination and completion of activities of the full Incident & Crisis Management Framework lifecycle for Uisce Éireann. • Completion of business reviews of incident and crisis management documentation to ensure they are kept up to date on activities, resources, and implementation mechanisms. • Support the development and implementation of incident management, emergency response plans and procedures working closely with representatives across the business • Support and administer the running of the cross functional incident management working group to ensure all elements of Incident & Crisis Management are fit for purpose across the organisation • Coordinate and schedule assurance activities across the business, such training, scenario testing, exercises of the incident and crisis management processes. • Develop and provide Incident Management & Crisis management status reports and metrics as part of annual assurance plans. • Provide assistance and support to the wider team on standing up incident or crisis management teams as response to live events as and when required. • Ensure that Incident & Crisis Management risks are identified, and escalated, and support the identification of control and mitigation measures. • Provide incident & Crisis management advice and guidance to the across all levels of the business • Work with internal resources to create and deliver required training and awareness programmes • Coordinate and support the business on the completion of post-incident/crisis “lessons learnt” reviews and incorporate findings into plans • Work with the wider Uisce Éireann business to ensure that Incident & crisis Management opportunities for improvement are agreed and implemented ensuring continuous improvement of these processes • Support the Organisational Risk and Resilience Function and wider business in the interpretation and implementation of relevant and applicable national resilience regulations to ensure compliance, including involvement and participation in resilience projects and initiatives. • Other duties may be assigned from time to time General Duties and Responsibilities: Collaborate with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business, including but not limited to; o Asset Operations o Environmental Regulation o Health and Safety o Corporate Affairs o Infrastructure Delivery o Customer Operations o Asset Management o Facilities o IT • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information, and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation. • Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives. • Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Relevant third level qualification and or accreditation is desirable and or relevant experience • A minimum of 3 years’ Experience in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable and or relevant experience in Business Continuity, Contingency planning, Incident/ Crisis Management or Emergency Management Response roles • Management systems experience, ideally in the Utility/ large organisations working to ISO standards is an advantage • Working experience developing processes and procedures and implementing into business teams • Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders internally and externally • Proven track record with dealing with complex issues, proactively and in a timely fashion along with the ability to communicate information to others • Experience in encouraging teamwork and knowledge-sharing to enhance team performance. Evidence of motivating colleagues to achieve shared goals and improve outcomes • Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and analyse problems and make improvement decisions that benefit the team/communities. • Demonstrate adaptability and the ability to change focus and direction in line with business strategy and requirements • Ability to proactively identify new areas of improvement and implement new ways to do things. • Experience in taking ownership of safety responsibilities and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Business Continuity Analyst The Role: The Organisational Risk and Resilience Team is responsible for developing and implementing Uisce Éireann’s Organisational Risk Management, Policy and Framework and assisting the business in ensuring that appropriate resilience (Crisis Management and Business Continuity) Policy and Framework is designed, implemented and operated across the organisation to minimise the impact of a business continuity or crisis management events. The function also supports the development of the UÉ management systems model in line with ISO standards and including the provision of its core support processes (CAPA/Doc Control). Reporting to the Business Continuity Technical Lead, the BC Analyst will ensure interdependencies and critical processes contingencies and workarounds are in place for continuity of service through robust planning, scheduled training and routine testing. This role will interact with a large group of stakeholders across the different areas of the business and will provide advice, support, training, guidance, reporting and monitor on the implementation of business continuity structures and practices, contributing to the BC governance and assurance activities of the organisation. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Support the day-to-day coordination and completion of activities of the full Business Continuity lifecycle for Uisce Éireann. • Completion of business reviews of business continuity documentation to ensure they are kept up to date on activities, resources, and implementation mechanisms. • Coordinate & support the completion and updating of Business Impact Assessments, Business Continuity Plans and relevant contingency workarounds (i.e. cyber) working with the BC Champion Network across Uisce Éireann in line with the Business Continuity Framework. • Support the business in the set up and maintenance of testing call trees to ensure appropriate communication channels are in place during Business Continuity events • Ensure that Business Continuity risks are identified, and escalated, and support the identification of control and mitigation measures. • Develop and provide Business Continuity status reports and metrics to the BC/CM Lead as part of governance and assurance activities. • Support the coordination and scheduling of regularly occurring training, simulations, desktop reviews, exercises and/ or tests of the business continuity processes. • Provide business continuity advice and guidance to the BC Champion Network and other relevant Teams/Functions across the business • Work with internal resources to create and deliver required training and awareness programmes • Support the BC/CM Lead on maintaining regular engagement with the BC Champion Network, organising monthly/ quarterly meetings, gathering and preparing meeting packs • Coordinate and support the business on the completion of post-incident/crisis “lessons learnt” reviews and incorporate findings into plans • Work with the wider Uisce Éireann business to ensure that BC opportunities for improvement are agreed and implemented ensuring continuous improvement of these processes • Support the Organisational Risk and Resilience Function and wider business in the interpretation and implementation of relevant and applicable national resilience regulations to ensure compliance, including involvement and participation in resilience projects and initiatives. • Other duties may be assigned from time to time General Duties and Responsibilities Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business, including but not limited to; o Asset Operations o Environmental Regulation o Health & Safety o Corporate Affairs o Infrastructure Delivery o Customer Operations o Asset Management o Facilities o IT • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information, and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation. • Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives. • Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Relevant third level qualification and or accreditation is desirable and or relevant experience • A minimum of 3 years experience in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable and or relevant experience in Business Continuity, Contingency planning, Incident/ Crisis Management or Emergency Management Response roles. • Management systems experience, ideally in the Utility/Large multinational industry working to ISO Standards is an advantage • Working experience developing procedures and policies and implementing into business teams • Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders internally and externally • Proven track record with dealing with complex issues, proactively and in a timely fashion along with the ability to communicate information to others • Experience in encouraging teamwork and knowledge-sharing to enhance team performance. Evidence of motivating colleagues to achieve shared goals and improve outcomes • Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and analyse problems and make improvement decisions that benefit the team/communities. • Demonstrate adaptability and the ability to change focus and direction in line with business strategy and requirements • Ability to proactively identify new areas of improvement and implement new ways to do things. • Experience in taking ownership of safety responsibilities and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Cabin Crew
Description Want to become Cabin Crew for Europe’s Largest Airline Group? This is your opportunity to join the 16K+ Cabin Crew members across Ryanair’s growing network of 90+ operational bases who deliver best-in-class customer service to over 600K guests on over 3,600 flights EVERY SINGLE DAY!!! Flying for Ryanair means you not only get some amazing perks such as unlimited discount travel across Ryanair’s 250+ destinations, an industry-leading ‘5 on 3 off roster’, and highly competitive salary packages but you also get world-leading training, completely free! NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE is necessary as our training courses are designed to provide you with all the fundamental skills our crew use every day, which will allow you to deliver a safe and top-class inflight experience to our guests. Once complete, you will be issued with your ‘Cabin Crew Wings’ and ready to take to the Skies!!! As a member of the Ryanair Group Cabin Crew family, you will be immersed in our culture from day one, the career opportunities are endless including becoming a Cabin Supervisor, Base Supervisor, Regional Manager or why not aspire to become our next Director of Inflight? Life as Cabin Crew is fun & rewarding, it is however a demanding position where safety is our number 1 priority. You will be required to operate both early & late shifts & report for duty as early as 5 am in the morning on the early roster & not return home until midnight on the afternoon roster. If you are not a morning person, then think twice before applying. However, if you are customer-orientated, and like to work in a fast-paced environment with loads of enthusiasm, this could be the career for you!!!! Please note: As part of the application process, candidates are required to complete a mandatory English proficiency test and a situational judgement test. Failure to complete these assessments will result in disqualification from progressing to the interview stage. Requirements Competencies Customer Service Interpersonal Skills Sales Skills Teamwork
Courts Service Judicial Assistant 2026
1. THE ROLE The role of judicial assistant is to provide assistance to a judge in the carrying out of their judicial function. This includes providing assistance with court going activities, administrative and general support. Judicial assistants support judges of the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeal, the High Court and the Circuit Court. Duties may vary depending on the jurisdiction to which successful candidates are appointed. You may be required to assist other jurisdictions, if and when required. The courtroom is a formal setting. Court rooms may consist of loud noises, bright lighting and large crowds of people. Strong concentration is key, and the judicial assistant must be comfortable working in this setting. All judicial assistants will be given the opportunity to do the following: · Work with members of the judiciary; · Contribute to the efficient running of court and administration of justice; · Deepen their knowledge and understanding of how the Irish legal system works; · Develop know-how of court procedures, court rules and the running of various court lists; · Strengthen legal research and legal writing skills; · Learn new skills throughout the duration of their contract; · Build a network with legal professionals, academics, Courts Service and civil service staff; · Participate in competitive opportunities for career advancement both within the public and private sector; and · Work and travel within the various jurisdictions in the Irish Courts. 2. Key Responsibilities Court Responsibilities · Research matters of law which arise in the conduct of proceedings before the court and furnish a written or oral report to the judge. · Summarise facts, legal submissions, case law and relevant material as directed by the judge for inclusion in draft judgments. · Assist in research for draft judgments and/or legal queries on behalf of the judge. · Assist the judge with document proof reading. · Accompany the judge to court and remain in court during hearings to note evidence and submissions as directed. · Set up the bench according to the requirements of the judge. · Assist with the management of the judge’s official documentation (books and papers) required for court. · Advise the judge in advance of lists for the following week and ensure arrangements are in place for same. · Ensure the judge has the information required in relation to cases to include names of parties, type of case, duration of case, legal representatives and so forth. · Cooperate with the Court Registrar and/or other relevant Courts Service staff to support the efficient running of the court. · Act as liaison between the judge and the parties to litigation (if required) and ensure parties to a case and their representatives are aware of when their case will be heard and are in the right location at the right time. · Assist the court in compliance with the in camera rule in relevant cases and as directed by the judge. Administration · Manage the chambers of the judge as required. · Keep the judge’s diary of court and other appointments. · General administrative support duties. · Other duties as required by the judge. General · Assist the judge in the course of official duties. · Accompany the judge as required. This may involve travelling to any location in Ireland from time to time and require staying in the location for the period of that assignment. · Be available to the judge at all times during office hours Monday to Friday to perform whatever duties directed by the judge. · Be available for official duties, if required, during the evening or at weekends. This role may require overnight stays. · Where a judicial assistant is not required to perform duties for the judge to whom they are assigned, the Courts Service will assign other duties as appropriate. · Judicial Assistants are entitled to 22 days leave per year which must be taken in Court vacation and not during term. Note, the above is intended as a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive. 3. Essential Requirements: · Hold (or expect to hold) at least a 2.1 in a law degree at a minimum of level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in their final year exams or the Diploma in Law from the Honorable Society of King’s Inns . See list at the end of the booklet. Only courses on this list will be accepted; · A good understanding of the work of the Irish courts system; and · A knowledge of modern legal research methods and materials; and · Proven experience conducting legal research (this can include academic research or research in the course of court case preparation). The following qualifications are desirable; · A 1:1 in a law degree at a minimum of level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in their final year exams or the Diploma in Law from the Honorable Society of King’s Inns · A professional legal qualification or post graduate qualification in law. · Fluency in Irish and in particular an ability to read and understand legal materials in the Irish language. 4. APPLICATION PROCESS Your application can be made by logging in through link on advertisement. No hard copy forms or forms by email will be accepted. The closing date is 12 noon on Friday 23 January 2026. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying the Courts Service is satisfied such a person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important, therefore, for candidates to note that the onus is on them to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If a candidate does not meet these essential entry requirements but nevertheless attends for interview, that candidate will be putting him or herself to unnecessary expense. The Courts Service accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant. 5. Assessment of applications The selection process involves three stages as follows: · Determination of the candidate’s eligibility to compete based on academic achievement and eligibility to work in Ireland. · A handwritten selection exercise undertaken in person. · A competitive interview. If candidates are deemed ineligible to compete, they are eliminated from the competition. If candidates are deemed eligible, their application form is assessed to determine suitability to progress to undertake the selection exercise. Those who achieve a mark of 50% or above in the selection exercise will be invited to interview. Candidates must provide sufficiently detailed information that relates to their own specific experience and achievements. Responses that are generic or vague may result in candidates not being shortlisted for the selection exercise. Any information you include may be discussed should you be invited to interview. Your communication skills will be assessed on the answers you provide on your application form. Capabilities Candidates should demonstrate that they have the ability to carry out successfully the duties of the role, as well as the skills and capabilities namely: Building Future Readiness Digital Focus Candidates with Disabilities The Courts Service seeks to attract candidates from all sectors of society, ensuring career opportunities are accessible to all who are interested. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodation made during the selection process, you should share this with us so you get the support you need. Reasonable accommodation in our selection process refers to adjustments and practical changes which would enable a disabled candidate to have an equal opportunity for this competition. Examples of adjustments we provide include the use of assistive technology, extra time, scribes and/or readers or a range of other accommodations. Please be assured that having a disability or requiring adjustments will not impact on your progress in the selection process; you will not be at a disadvantage if you disclose your disability or requirements to us. Your disability and/or adjustments will be kept entirely confidential. 6. Selection Exercise & Interview Selection Exercise: Following the assessment process successful candidates will be invited to an in-person written selection exercise be held on the week of the 16 February 2026 in Dublin (Venue to be confirmed). The selection exercise is designed by the Courts Service and Kings Inns and marked by tutors from Kings Inns. Topics assessed include proof reading, legal analysis, drafting and legal writing. The pass mark is 50%. Achieving 50% or more in the selection exercise does not guarantee an interview as there may be more candidates eligible for interview than is required. If you receive a mark less than 50% in the selection exercise you will be eliminated. Interview: Interviews will be in person only from March to May 2026 in Dublin. Interviews will be held in batches per Jurisdiction with the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal first, followed by the High Court and then the Circuit Court. Interview boards comprise a judge and one or two members of the Courts Service. If you are interviewed for a jurisdiction, there is no guarantee of appointment to that at jurisdiction. Interviews will be structured in format, with candidates asked to provide examples of the capabilities for the role as outlined in Section 5of this document. You may be asked about the experience described on the application form or they may ask for other examples. It is anticipated the interview will last 45 minutes. You may be invited to a follow up meeting with a member of the Judiciary after your interview. To be considered for a position you must receive 50% or more in each capability. Commencement date The start date for appointments is Monday 14 September 2026. There will be a two week orientation programme. If you are unable to start on 14 September 2026, in exceptional circumstances only you may defer your start date to September 2027. Confidentiality Candidates can expect that all enquiries, applications and all aspects of the proceedings to the extent that they are managed by the Courts Service are treated as strictly confidential subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014. However, candidates should note that all application material may be made available to the interview board. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from computer records for general statistical purposes. Garda Vetting Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. The applicant will be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form should they come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Siochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which they resided. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this information again. Other important information The Courts Service will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment to this position the Courts Service will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of that candidate. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed a final determination cannot be made nor can it be deemed or inferred that such a determination has been made. Salary The salary scale for the position with effect from 1st August 2025 is €37,817 per annum . The salary will increase to €40,843 in the third and final year of the contract. New entrants to the Civil Service will be appointed to the first point of the (PPC) salary scale. The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Salary is payable weekly in arrears by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of the appointees’ choice. Statutory deductions will be made from salary as appropriate by the Courts Service. Candidates should note the salary is not open to negotiation . The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Duties Appointees will be expected to perform all acts, duties and obligations as appropriate to this position (which may be revised from time to time). Probation Appointees will be required to serve a 12-month probationary period. During the period of the probation, an officer's performance will be subject to review by the appropriate supervisor(s) to determine whether the officer: (i) has performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) has been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of the probationary period, a decision will be made as to whether or not an appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) of the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on an appointee’s performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The details of the probationary process will be explained to each appointee by the Courts Services as the employer and a copy of guidelines on probation issued by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform will be provided. In the event that an appointee is not considered as suitable to the position of Judicial Assistant having been assessed against stated criteria, the appointee will be notified in writing of the action to be taken. Hours of Attendance This is a fulltime post, and hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week . Appointees will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post is 22 working days per year. This leave is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Annual leave, other than in exceptional circumstances, will not be granted during the legal term. Headquarters The appointee’s headquarters will be such as may be designated from time to time by the Courts Service. Generally, appointees will be based in the Four Courts or in the Criminal Courts of Justice and in other court locations throughout the country. There may be a requirement for some travel associated with this post. When absent from home and headquarters on official duty, an officer will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances subject to normal Civil Service regulations.
