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Qualified Accountant/Auditor - Remote possible up to 2 days per week
We are a fast-growing accountancy practice looking for a driven and experienced Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA) to join our expanding team. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants real progression, autonomy, and a varied client portfolio. Remote working is possible up to 2 days per week Key Responsibilities: What we offer: Immediate start Competitive Salary and Benefits - €60,000pa + depending on Experience Ongoing CPD and Institute Registration Fees This role is offered as a 12 month fixed term contract, with the potential to become a permanent position subject to individual performance and the continued growth of the practice. Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term Contract length: 12 months Work Location: In person, Remote working is possible up to 2 days per week
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.
Project Manager
Family Carers Ireland is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-profile, strategically significant programmes that will shape the future of service delivery for family carers nationwide. This is a rare opportunity to work directly with the CEO and Executive Management Team to design and deliver complex, multi-site initiatives from concept through to implementation. The role offers significant scope, autonomy, and visibility, and will suit a skilled project leader with the ability to navigate capital development, stakeholder alignment, governance, and operational readiness in a dynamic, values-driven environment. The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications, skills and experience. Essential:
Clerk of Works, Regeneration
Offaly County Council’s Regeneration Team and will support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of public realm, rural and urban regeneration and town centre enhancement projects funded through programmes including: Personal Effectiveness: · Resilience and personal well-being · Integrity & Public Service values · Personal motivation and initiative · Understanding the structures and environment within which the local authority sector operates · Political awareness Key Duties and Responsibilities Details of Key Duties and Responsibilities are outlined under “Particulars of Office QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) hold a degree in Engineering or Architecture; O R (b) hold a National Certificate / National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering issued by the National Council for Education Awards / Further Education Training Awards Council; OR (c) in the case of an office involving building construction work – as an alternative to the qualification at (a) – be a member of the Institute of Clerk of Works of Ireland, or possess a full course certificate in building issued by the Technical Instruction Branch of the Department of Education or a first class Technological Certificate (Intermediate stage) or a Technological Certificate (Advanced Stage) issued by the Department of Education or have had satisfactory supervisory experience of building and civil engineering work; (d) have an adequate knowledge of civil engineering works or of building construction; (e) be capable of writing clear and concise reports, keeping works records, measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings (f) have a satisfactory knowledge of the surveying, levelling and setting out of works. Experience: Each candidate must satisfy the local authority that he/she has had adequate experience of a type which would render him/her suitable to perform satisfactorily the duties of the office for which he/she is a candidate. * Copies of qualifications must be attached to support this application. Failure to provide qualifications will deem this application invalid. 2. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels 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. 3. Driving Licence The Holder of the Post of shall hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement/disqualification. When required to do so, holders of office shall drive a vehuicle in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. 4. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 5. 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. * Non Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. The Post: The post is temporary, whole-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a period of time at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill appropriate positions that may arise for its duration. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current salary scale applicable to the post is €58,474 - €71,437 LSI 2 3. Duties: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body herein before mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him/her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. The post holder may be required to work outside his/her normal job description from time to time. Under the direction and supervision of the appropriate line manager, the position involves the provision of such architectural or ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory, or executive nature as may be required by the Council in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties. The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: · To assist the Regeneration Department in projects related activity including the delivery of the regeneration, public realm and capital projects, through site inspection, planning preparation, tender document preparation, undertaking tender processes, report writing, meetings, and any such other tasks as required by the management team to facilitate effective and efficient delivery of the Programme within the designated time frames and to undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities that may be required from time to time with respect to other projects as assigned by line management. · Supervising the construction of regeneration, public realm and capital projects and of the other works required to deliver projects on budget and on time · Ensuring compliance with the Council’s Safety Management Systems · Monitoring construction quality and workmanship to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and contract requirements · Ensuring compliance with: o Building Regulations, o Planning permissions, o Health & Safety legislation, o Environmental requirements, o BCAR obligations where applicable · Witnessing testing and sampling of materials and workmanship · Identifying defects, non-conformances and quality issues and assisting in their resolution · Monitoring public realm finishes including paving, kerbing, landscaping, street furniture and lighting installations · Certification of proper use of materials and preparation of costings of work done; · Preparation of clear and concise reports using IT, keeping works records, measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings; · Develop and maintain effective working relationships with external agencies · To assist in identifying and agreeing work programmes, targets and deadlines and ensuring their subsequent implementation. · Manage and supervise staff, as the position demands. · To work as part of an effective, motivated and committed team and to maintain sound employee relations and morale in accordance with good employment practice and relevant legislation. · To work within a cross-functional/multidisciplinary team in line with the executive structures of the Council. · Liaising with consultants, utility providers, contractors, stakeholders and community groups; · To support the Council and Municipal District operations. · To carry out duties in a politically neutral manner, with a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the local authority. · To provide specialist technical assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required · Carrying out regular site inspections, examining and inspecting construction work before, during and after the project has been completed · Working with other Council Departments and agencies as required to produce collaborative solutions and resolve problems as they arise · Representing the Council in Court when required · Carrying out such other duties as may be assigned by the County Council from time to time; 4. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. 5. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remunertation will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours system is in operation subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy. 6. 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) 7. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 8. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of the Offaly County Council Probation Policy will apply. 9. Superannuation: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 : New members joining the Public Sector on or after 1st January, 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The Single Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5%, of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. Pension and retirement lump sum based on career-average pay, pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory (SPC). For persons who commenced public sector employment prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (ie. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Senior Executive Technician
A Senior Executive Technician is the fourth tier within the five grade Local Authority Technician grouping, which ranges from the entry grade of Technician Grade 2 up to the post of Chief Technician. Technicians work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within one of the previously outlined Local Authority Directorates to deliver a wide variety of key local authority services. These include social housing; transportation infrastructure; environmental protection; water, wastewater, & solid waste, recreation and amenity provision and community development. Local Authorities also play a key role in supporting economic development and enterprise promotion at local level. The Council employs several different disciplines of Technicians including civil/structural, environmental and architectural/building. This competition relates to Architectural Technicians. Technicians can be based in various locations throughout the organisation including the headquarters in Tullamore or Municipal District offices situated in strategic locations through the county. A Senior Executive Technician will from time to time be required to deputise for more senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. The Senior Executive Technician Architectural will be part of an in-house design and project management team working primarily on social housing but, from time to time may work on civic/council buildings, public realm works and conservation works. This is a challenging opportunity for interested applicants seeking to be part of an expanding local authority with a clear objective to develop its social housing infrastructure, civic/council building programme, public realm works, conservation and repair of its civic and historic buildings and structures. The successful candidate will join an established architectural team seeking to expand its range and depth of work. They will undertake and manage detailed design and production information over a range of Architectural projects, ensuring that design work is in accordance with best practice and current Building Regulations. The Senior Executive Technician will provide technical leadership to the technicians within the section, and provide technical advice as required ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services The Ideal candidate will a) possess good professional knowledge and skills; b) be able to work independently or within multi-disciplined teams; c) be capable of working on his / her own initiative; d) possess good interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people; e) possess ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results within strict deadlines f) possess strong technical expertise in preparing detailed drawings, specifications, and contract documentation using industry-standard software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, BIM tools) g) Strong understanding of departmental approval processes and the ability to manage projects through internal governance and sign-off stages h) have Significant relevant experience in architectural practice, preferably within the public sector or on public sector projects i) have an excellent understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations; j) Candidates should be a holder of a full driving license, Category B, free from endorsement and provide their own vehicle for use in carrying out their Council duties. The ideal candidate is required to have a good technical knowledge base and experience of the following: COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Technical Experience & Practice Key Duties and Responsibilities Details of Key Duties and Responsibilities are outlined under “Particulars of Office” QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade I or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the state, b) Have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post, c) Have a thorough knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work and possess such training or experience as would enable them to take charge of such a section of the work, d) have adequate experience in dealing with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, e) Have adequate experience in the direction, supervision and control of staff, and f) Possess technical training and experience of a high standard and adequate administrative ability. * Copies of qualifications must be attached to support this application. Failure to provide qualifications will deem this application invalid. 2. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels 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. 3. Driving Licence The Holder of the Post of shall hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement/disqualification. When required to do so, holders of office shall drive a vehicle in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. 4. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 5. 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. * Non Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. The Post: The post is permanent, whole-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a period of time at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill appropriate positions that may arise for its duration. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale, and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current salary scale applicable to the post is €56,178 - €67,663 LSI 2 3. Duties: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body herein before mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him/her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. The post holder may be required to work outside his/her normal job description from time to time. The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: · Prepare, develop, and manage detailed architectural drawings, specifications, and contract documentation for a range of public sector projects. · Coordinate the design process across multidisciplinary teams (architects, engineers, QSs, and external consultants) to ensure fully integrated project delivery. · Ensure all designs comply with Irish Building Regulations, planning requirements, and statutory obligations, including BCAR. · Progress projects through all stages, including feasibility, Part 8 planning, departmental approvals, tender, construction, and completion. · Manage and navigate departmental approval processes, ensuring timely sign-off at key project stages (e.g. design approvals, budget sanction, tender stage, and contract award). · Liaise with senior management and relevant departments (e.g. Housing, Planning, Finance) to secure necessary approvals and ensure alignment with council priorities and procedures. · Assist in the preparation of tender documentation and participate in procurement processes in line with OGP and public procurement guidelines. · Administer contracts under Public Works Contracts (GCCC), including monitoring progress, managing variations, and reporting on performance. · Undertake/arrange site inspections to monitor quality, progress, and compliance with specifications, health & safety standards, and contractual requirements. · Liaise with contractors, consultants, statutory authorities, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and maintain project delivery. · Prepare reports, briefings, and presentations for senior management and elected members, clearly communicating technical and project updates. · Support delivery of sustainable and energy-efficient design solutions, meeting NZEB and climate action targets. · Maintain project records and documentation in accordance with BIM and public sector information management requirements. · Respond to queries from the public, tenants, and stakeholders, particularly in relation to housing and capital projects. 4. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. 5. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remunertation will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours system is in operation subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy. 6. 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) 7. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 8. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of the Offaly County Council Probation Policy will apply. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Civil Engineering Technologist Apprentice
Tower Civil is a leading civil engineering contractor based in Tullamore, Co. Offaly, delivering a wide range of infrastructure projects across the Midlands and surrounding regions. As a Civil Engineering Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals on a variety of projects, including: This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills while earning and learning. You will be exposed to all aspects of civil engineering and work on projects that make a lasting impact within local communities. We are looking for motivated individuals with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and an interest in pursuing a long-term career in civil engineering. Location: Head Office – Tullamore, Co. Offaly Project Locations: Across the Midlands and surrounding regions
Dementia Advisor
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia-specific services and advocating for the rights of people affected by dementia to quality support and services. Our vision is an Ireland where people affected by dementia are valued and supported. A national non-profit organization, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person-centred, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their Carer at its core. The ASI is currently recruiting a Dementia Advisor to cover the counties of Laois & Offaly. This is a 2-year fixed term contract, working 39 hours per week on a hybrid basis (ASI Office & Home). Reporting to the National Coordinator, Dementia Advisor Service (NCDAS), the Dementia Advisor's primary responsibility is to be a point of contact on an outreach basis for people who are concerned about their cognitive health and/or have a diagnosis of dementia and for their families and friends, at all stages of their journey, from diagnosis through to end-of-life. The role will involve the offer of practical assistance, support, advice, sharing information and signposting for people living with dementia and their family/carers to appropriate services and supports, enabling them to take control of their own lives; supporting the person and/or their families to navigate the health and social care system to ensure they receive the right support at the right time. The successful candidate should have: • A primary degree or equivalent in a relevant health or social care area. • A demonstrated knowledge and an understanding of dementia and related issues. • Excellent knowledge and skills in working with people with dementia. • Knowledge about dementia and its effect on the lives of those diagnosed. • Ideally the candidate should be living in Laois/Offaly. • Experience in the community care sector and be able to demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development. • Awareness of the legal aspects of working with vulnerable adults, Enduring Power of Attorney, Ward of Court and the Assisted Decision-Making Capacity legislation is desirable. You will need a strong client focus as well as excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills, with a commitment to providing a quality service. You should hold a full clean driving license as the role will involve travel. Salary will be commensurate with the care sector and dependent on relevant experience. This role is dependent on NDO/HSE funding. If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and cover letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to: recruit@alzheimer.ie The closing date for applications is 3rd July 2026. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The role of Dementia Adviser (DA) is to be a point of contact on an outreach basis for people who are concerned about their cognitive health and/or have a diagnosis of dementia and for their families and friends, at all stages of their journey, from diagnosis through to end-of-life. The role will involve: • The offer of practical assistance, advice, sharing information and signposting people with dementia and their carers to appropriate services and supports, enabling them to take control of their own lives. • Supporting the person and/or their families to navigate the health and social care system to ensure they receive the right support at the right time. The DA services will integrate with existing and developing services within the HSE and Community, including integrated care ambulatory services, Memory Technology Resource Rooms, Memory Assessment and Primary Care services, providing a seamless pathway of care. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provide Information and Support • Provide practical and emotional support on a one-to-one basis to the Person with Dementia (PlwD) and their families, beginning at the point following diagnosis. • Provide information, support, and signpost people to the relevant services in their community. Ensure that the information and signposting provided is in the individual's preferred style and format, working in partnership where necessary with the HSE and other organizations, to ensure that the service provided responds fully and effectively, promotes control and choice, and meets a wide range and diversity of need. Supporting the person to navigate through the health and social care system. Liaising with relevant health and social care professionals in partnership with the person being supported, and reflecting the needs captured in the action plan developed. • Work with the individual and their care partners to identify what is most important to them regarding their emotional and social health needs and signpost the person to relevant supports within their community, utilising an enabling approach to promote and facilitate choice, dignity, independence, well-being, and quality of life. • Recognise support will need to be more frequent and intense at different times with different people and provide a whole family/caring unit response where appropriate. • Recognise that there are three different sets of needs among the client group: The needs of the person living with dementia. The needs of the family carer(s). The needs of the caring unit—the person and their family member. • Integrate with existing and developing services within the HSE and Community, including integrated care ambulatory hubs, Memory Technology Resource Rooms, Memory Assessment and Primary Care services, providing a seamless pathway of care. • Provide a specialist knowledge base and support across primary/social care teams as required. • Promote independence, self-help, well-being, choice, and control by assisting people to better understand their situation and helping them develop coping strategies. • Signpost to support where there is diminished decision-making capacity. • Work with the person living with dementia and those who support them regardless of age. • Identify the need for community-based post-diagnostic support (examples include but are not limited to an Alzheimer Café, Support Group, or education programme). Lead or, working with ASI or allied health and social care professionals and volunteers, support the delivery of the project within ASI budgetary and DA service time capacity available. 2. Grow Demand for Service • Proactively find opportunities to engage with clients and their families with a particular emphasis on engaging with new or early diagnosed clients, including working with ASI's Mobile Information Service, delivering talks and presentations in the community and at identified events and conferences, in consultation with your line manager. • Liaise with ASI services including the National Helpline for direct client referrals. • Promote and build relationships with other health and social care professionals, community-based and private organizations who may provide referrals for the DA service including primary care, health professionals, public health nurses, MTRRs and memory assessment services. • Regularly review the process of engagement with potential clients and their carers to ensure that the changing needs of this population are being adequately catered for by the Dementia Adviser and the services of The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. • Achieve agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) relating to the Dementia Adviser role within agreed timeframes. 3. Engage and Network within the Local Community • Identify and liaise with ASI services and supports (support groups, social clubs, cafés, home and daycare etc.) and other services and community resources to support people concerned about their cognitive health and with a diagnosis of dementia and their carers to connect with appropriate services and supports. • Liaise with and promote The Alzheimer Society of Ireland's information services such as the Helpline as a resource for people on their journey with dementia and their carers, families and professionals working with them. • Initiate, develop and maintain effective working relationships with other professionals working in the field of dementia, in the voluntary, statutory and private sectors in the area. • Act as an ambassador for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland when dealing with the public. • Actively support the Understand Community Activation Program, including participating in awareness-raising and stigma-reducing activities in their area, supporting this national campaign. 4. Maintain Quality and Standards • Establish and maintain a database of people using the service, recording relevant data aligned to national KPIs as directed. • Record and monitor all work undertaken and produce regular progress reports to enable effective monitoring and evaluation of the Dementia Adviser service. • Develop an evolving database of local information, contacts and experiences. • As part of a learning organization, be personally committed to ongoing development and continuous improvement. • Adhere to ASI's policies and procedures and other external legislative and regulatory requirements. • Protect the security of client information, in both paper and electronic formats, from unauthorized access. • Ensure that information, both in paper and electronic formats, is of high quality. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required from this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required. This job description outlines the main duties. However, in an organization such as The Society, tasks may inevitably arise which may not fall within the remit of the above list of main duties. Employees are therefore required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in their job description. Should an additional responsibility become a regular part of an employee's job, the job description will be amended to reflect this. PERSON SPECIFICATION Knowledge/Experience • Have a primary degree or equivalent in a relevant health care area such as registered nurse, occupational therapy or social work. • Have demonstrated knowledge and an understanding of dementia and related issues. • Have excellent knowledge and skills in working with people with dementia. • Understand dementia and its effect on the lives of those diagnosed. • Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development. • Experience in the community care sector. • Awareness of the legal aspects of working with vulnerable adults, Enduring Power of Attorney, Ward of Court etc. is desirable, along with the Assisted Decision-Making Capacity legislation. Skills/Competencies Leadership • Ability to collaborate with professionals/key stakeholders to maximize support and quality of care afforded to people living with dementia, their families and carers. • Ability to act as a resource and role model for dementia care practice. • Demonstrate a good understanding of role/wider relevant operational/organisational networks. • Demonstrate ability to work as a team and under own initiative, including the ability to self-manage. Communication and Interpersonal Skills • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills including the ability to relate purposefully and communicate effectively with a person with dementia and their carers in a range of settings and in a manner which shows sensitivity and understanding of their needs. • Strong active listening and facilitation skills including the ability to engage collaboratively with the person and family/carers to support the person with dementia to be included in the decision-making process concerning their current and future care preferences. • Ability to treat the person with dementia with respect and dignity, adopting a culturally sensitive approach that considers the needs of the whole person. • Ability to communicate, negotiate and represent the person's values and decisions concerning their person-centred care plan when appropriate to do so, and in collaboration with the relevant colleagues in both primary and secondary care within the Voluntary, Community and Health sector. • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. • Ability to communicate at multiple levels across organisations, primary care teams, community care, acute care, mental health services and other voluntary organisations. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Ability to organise and ensure quality administration. • Ability to participate in the evaluation of the service on an ongoing basis and contribute to evidence-based practice regarding the well-being of a person living with dementia, their families and carers. • Ability to implement change to improve service delivery. • Ability to take on a supporting role in the development and enhancement of quality-driven dementia care. • Demonstrate competency in the general use of information technology. Other • A full clean driving license will be required as the role will involve travel. • Commitment to striving for excellence. • Motivated self-starter. • Integrity, Empathy and Respect. • Reliability and flexibility. • Personal drive and commitment.
Confectioner
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Confectionery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: A recognised qualification in pastry and/or have at least 2 years€,, experience in a bakery or quality focused restaurant or hotel Creative and able to embrace new recipes Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Prepare and present the highest quality bakery items, desserts and pastries Assist in volume production Be passionate about keeping up to date with the latest culinary trends and bring your ideas to the team Drive sales through instore initiatives Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines; Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the Bakery Conduct quality and freshness checks Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store
Service Manager
Working Hours: 35 Hours per week 5 over 5 days. Salary: DOE This is a wonderful and exciting opportunity to join one of the most important charities in Ireland in a period when the need for our services has never been greater. By participating, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to positively influence the lives of many older people in Ireland. As the Services Manager, you will lead, build, motivate, and support a multifunctional team providing the full range of ALONE’s support services (including the recruitment of volunteers) in the area you support. Responsibilities
