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Main purpose of the role: Manage and motivate your team, ensuring the store operates efficiently and effectively and to provide our customers with the very best customer service experience at all times. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a customer service facing role is desirable Excellent communication skills The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure The ability to organise work, delegate responsibilities and support team members in the store. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Be approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and a positive attitude in the workplace Set the standard for other employees in relation to rotation, merchandising and facing off Assist in the induction, training and development of employees Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Social Care Worker, Relief Roles
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. We are currently recruiting for the following position Post: Social Care Worker - Relief Roles Contract: Fixed Term, Part-Time Location: Countywide - Kerry Sample Roster: S leepovers and weekend work Sat - Fri: 16:00 - 23:00/ 07:00 - 10: 00 / 16:00 - 00:00 / 07:00 - 10:00 *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service* The Role: We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in supporting adults with Intellectual Disabilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to empower individuals, promote their independence, and help them lead fulfilling lives in a person centred, rights based environment. As a Social Care Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high quality care, ensuring the well being of those we support, and advocating for their rights while fostering meaningful community inclusion. Working collaboratively with a team, you will contribute to the creation of a supportive and respectful environment tailored to individual needs. Key Responsibilities: Person centred support and advocacy Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking ( Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Relief Panel may be filled up to the 30th of June 2026). *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Your CV and application must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Senior Social Work/team Leader, CDNT
Senior Social Work/Team Leader Full Time, Permenant Contract Children’s Disability Network Team – Coolock CDNT This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Work/Team Leader to support children and their families, presenting with complex needs arising from a combination of intellectual, physical, and/or sensory disabilities. The Senior Social Work/Team Leader is a valuable member of the Children’s Disability Network Team who will provide quality evidence based service in line with family centred practice and Progressing Disability Services (PDS) principles. The Team Leader will work as part of an interdisciplinary team and will also provide clinical supervision to social workers on the team. There will be opportunities for training, and regular clinical supervision is provided. This permanent post is assigned to the Coolock Children’s Disability Network Team, located in the HSE Coolock Primary Care office. The successful candidate must have the following: Essential criteria: Informal enquiries are welcomed by Niamh Giltinan, Coolock Children’s Disability Manager, Niamh.giltinan@smh.ie and Catherine Rafter, Principal Social Worker, Catherine.rafter@smh.ie Closing Date: 6th March 2026, 5:00pm **All interviews will be held in person** Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer. As only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted, include a valid email address on application.
Quality Assurance Officer
Quality Assurance Officer City Education Group City Education Group (incorporating City College Dublin and Ashfield College) has an established record of delivering high quality learning experiences to students, enabling the achievement of educational and career goals across a broad spectrum of subjects. The Group comprises two colleges across the educational spectrum, from second level through third level, professional and QQI courses, to CPD and English language teaching. For over a decade, CEG has been at the forefront of innovative and flexible education delivery, underpinned by a strong institutional commitment to quality, academic governance and continuous improvement. We are now seeking a Quality Assurance Officer to support the development, documentation and maintenance of institutional quality assurance systems and academic governance processes. The role is central to ensuring that CEG’s policies, procedures, and programme documentation meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements, particularly those of Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). The successful candidate will also provide secretarial and administrative support to key academic governance bodies including Academic Board and its subcommittees and will contribute to the documentation of academic programmes across the Group. Job Type: Full-time Contract: Permanent Location: Dublin 2 & Remote Reports to: Directors of Quality Salary Range: €45-€50K DOE Principal Duties Policy and Procedure Development • Draft, revise and maintain institutional policies, procedures and guidelines in line with Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) standards and institutional QA frameworks. • Ensure all policy documentation is clear, accurate, accessible, consistent and approved through formal governance structures. • Maintain a central repository of policy documents and ensure appropriate review and publication cycles. Quality Assurance and Compliance • Support the Quality Directors and related departments in documenting QA procedures, audit findings and continuous improvement processes. • Assist in preparing institutional documentation for internal and external quality reviews, audits and accreditations. • Contribute to the ongoing development of standardised templates, style guides and quality checklists to support consistency across programme and QA documentation. • Support programme development activity by ensuring alignment between programme design, learning outcomes, assessment strategies and institutional QA policies. Governance and Committee Support • Provide secretarial and administrative support to Academic Board and its subcommittees as required. • Prepare agendas, collate and circulate documentation, record accurate minutes and monitor follow-up actions and decisions. • Liaise with Chairs, Deans, and Academic staff to coordinate submissions, reports and meeting documentation. • Follow up on action items ensuring effective on time completion by all. Technical Writing, Document Control and Revision Management • Manage the full document lifecycle, including drafting, consultation, review, approval, publication and archival of QA and academic documentation. • Implement and maintain effective version control, metadata tracking and document naming conventions in line with institutional document management policies. • Ensure documentation complies with data governance, accessibility and records management requirements. • Contribute to programme development, including the preparation, evaluation, and ongoing quality assurance of programme and module descriptors, ensuring alignment with institutional standards, regulatory requirements, and best practice. Communication and Collaboration • Work collaboratively with academic and professional service staff to gather accurate information and translate complex regulatory and academic content into clear, user-friendly documentation. • Contribute to ongoing improvement in QA processes, documentation governance and academic reporting practices. Qualifications & Experience. The Ideal Candidate will have: • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Education or related discipline. • 3-5 years’ experience in technical writing or documentation role, ideally within Higher Education. • Demonstrate familiarity with Irish Higher Education quality frameworks (NFQ, QQI Core Statutory QA Guidelines) • Experience drafting or managing institutional policies, QA Documentation, or procedural manuals. • Strong understanding of document control, revision management and information governance. • Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and consistency. • High level of IT proficiency including MS Office, Adobe Acrobat and online collaborative/document management platforms. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working across academic and administrative functions. • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a structured and methodical manner. Person Specification • Highly organised self-starter, capable of working independently and exercising sound judgement. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex academic and regulatory information and present it clearly. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for diverse audiences. • Able to influence, negotiate, and engage stakeholders effectively to achieve shared goals. • Detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement. Key working relationships • Directors of Quality • Deans of Faculty • Programme Leads and Coordinators • Faculty and professional staff across all disciples • Executive Leadership Team
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Perinatal Mental Health Care
. The Hospital is inviting applications for the following post: Clinical Nurse Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Care Intending applicants should submit a completed application form along with an updated Curriculum Vitae, and letter of application to www.rezoomo.com before the closing date of 5pm on Monday, 9th March 2026. Essential: **Please see full job description for full list of requirements. A full Job Description and Application Form for the above post are available on www.rezoomo.com Please note: we ONLY take applications via Rezoomo. Please note that in order to maintain a timely process, the closing date for receipt of applications will be strictly adhered to.
Formulation Development Scientist
Formulation Development Scientist Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday with flexitime available Salary: Competitive plus an excellent Benefits Package Business Unit : Pharma Services Open To : Internal and External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB11357 The Role The Formulation Development department within Almac Pharma Services is responsible for the development of new product formulations and processes used in the manufacture of new and existing drug products. The team of highly-skilled scientists are directly involved in the formulation and development of medicinal products across a variety of dosage forms including tablets, capsules, and powders. We are pleased to offer an opportunity for an experienced scientist to join our team as we continue our work to advance human health. The Formulation Development Scientistwill operate a range of equipment, collect information, and maintain accurate documentation. Practical problem solving and effective communication with team members across various departments will be key, along with critical interpretation of experimental data. What we are looking for To be successful in this role, we are looking for you to have: Further Information For more information on essential and desirable criteria, please review the job description attached to the online job posting. Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Friday 20th March 2026. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.”
Boutique Supervisor
GET TO KNOW US At Bottega Veneta, we believe in the power of individuality and the strength of craftsmanship. Since 1966, the House has embodied a philosophy of quiet luxury — where creativity speaks through materials, technique, and timeless design. As part of the Kering Group, we are driven by a culture of excellence, empowerment, and entrepreneurial spirit. We invest in people who are passionate, curious, and committed to creating meaningful client experiences. If you are inspired by craftsmanship and thrive in an environment where authenticity matters, we would love to meet you. KNOW THE ROLE As Boutique Supervisor, you will play a key leadership role within our department store concession, supporting the Store Manager in shaping a high-performing and collaborative team. You will lead from the front — setting the tone on the shop floor, elevating client experience, and driving a culture of ownership and excellence. This is an opportunity for a strong retail professional ready to take the next step in leadership while remaining close to clients and commercial performance. Responsibilities include: KNOW HOW WE WORK Experience is our business : Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time. We Are More Than Shops: We create enjoyable places, to excite, where people socialise, discover, learn and are inspired, and where local communities are enriched. We are Curators: Our unique range of product and services are key to the sense of excitement that Brown Thomas Arnotts is renowned for, whether for a special day or every day, things that make our customer’s lives better. We Care for Our People: We believe a great customer experience starts with a great people experience. That is why we promote a culture where talent is nurtured and where creativity and learning are valued. We Succeed by Working Sustainably: We are community-focused and our aim is to cultivate retail environments that are conscious, considerate and commercial. Back Share Apply Now
Data Protection and Information Governance Officer
Recruitment Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of SDCC. We conduct interviews face to face or online through Microsoft Teams and this will be decided by SDCC. SDCC will not be responsible for any expenses a candidate may incur in attending for interview. Applicants must have a good standard of written and spoken English to effectively carry out the duties of the role. Applicants should be prepared for interview any time after the closing date. A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the Council will have no further claim to consideration. Interview results will be available on our website www.sdcc.ie Rolling Recruitment Only applications received electronically through the Council’s eRecruitment system will be accepted. South Dublin County Council applies rolling recruitment to fill some critical posts. The nature of rolling recruitment is that there is no closing date. This allows us to capture as many applicants as possible to fill these posts on an ongoing basis. Competitions which are subject to rolling recruitment will close temporarily at short notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Shortlisted applicants will be brought forward for interview to fill existing vacancies, and the competition will be reopened to new applications when required. Competitions that operate on a rolling basis will be clearly indicated in the advertisement. It is in your best interest, therefore, to submit your application as soon as possible. Shortlisting SDCC reserves its right to shortlist applications. Shortlisting may include desktop shortlisting and/or preliminary interviews. Shortlisting will be on the basis of information supplied on the application form and the likely number of vacancies to be filled. For this reason, you should provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience on the application form and ensure you fully complete the competency questions where applicable. When providing examples to demonstrate your ability under a particular competency, you should ensure the example is appropriate in scale and scope for the requirements of the position you are applying for. Panels A panel may be formed on the basis of such interviews. The life of the panel will be for a period of one year from the date of its formation. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. Acceptance of Offer SDCC will require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a reasonable period as determined by SDCC. If they fail to take up appointment within such period or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council will not appoint them. Pre-Employment Checks For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by SDCC. Appointment will not proceed without SDCC obtaining two satisfactory references from responsible persons known to but not related to the candidate. A responsible person should be a person under whom the candidate has served in employment, or in the case of relevant voluntary work, a person who has held a supervisory position. At least one of the references must be from a current employer. Garda Vetting will be sought prior to appointment in accordance with the National Vetting Bureau Act 2012 – 2016. A candidate who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment or dismissal. Citizenship Critical Skills Occupations Candidates must, by the date of submission of application form, have a Critical Skills Employment Permit (Stamp 1G). Candidates should ensure that the post they are applying for is included in the Critical Skills Occupations List. Non-Critical Skills Occupations Candidates must, by the date of submission of application form, be: A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or 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 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 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. In the case of relief positions advertised by the Council, a person awarded a Stamp 2 visa (student visa) is allowed to work to a maximum of 20 hours work per week. Blended Working SDCC is committed to supporting a flexible and balanced working environment. In line with this commitment, we operate a Blended Working Policy in accordance with the provisions of the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023. Under this policy, successful candidates may apply to work remotely up to two days per week, provided that the role is deemed suitable for blended working. Applications for blended working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements and the needs of the service. Please note that blended working arrangements cannot commence until six months of continuous employment have been completed. This ensures adequate time for onboarding, training and integration into the team and organisational culture. Probation Where a person is appointed to South Dublin County Council, the following provisions will apply: a) There will be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person will hold the position on probation. b) Such period will be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period. c) Such a person will cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service 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 assessment(s) during the probationary period. Officers who have already completed a probationary period with another Local Authority will not be obliged to serve probation with South Dublin County Council. Salary / Wages Entry point to a salary / wages scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1 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. Duties In accordance with Section 159(3) and (4) of the Local Government Act 2001, an employee of the local authority shall perform the duties of the office and give the local authority, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative, technical or management nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by the local authority and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any local authority. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Candidates must also: Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Be suitable on the grounds of character. Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. SDCC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they: Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Residence Holders of the office will reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof, as determined by South Dublin County Council. Outside Employment Employees may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Superannuation Contribution The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (that is, 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 officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s / Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension, the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. 2025 Rates and Thresholds Local Government Superannuation Scheme members €0.00 to €34,500 – 0% €34,500 to €60,000 – 10% Over €60,000 – 10.5% Single Public Sector Pension Scheme members €0.00 to €34,500 – 0% €34,500 to €60,000 – 3.33% Over €60,000 – 3.5% Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants, as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness for carrying out the duties to which they have been assigned. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER), as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09, that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position.
Data Protection and Information Governance Officer
Recruitment Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of SDCC. We conduct interviews face to face or online through Microsoft Teams and this will be decided by SDCC. SDCC will not be responsible for any expenses a candidate may incur in attending for interview. Applicants must have a good standard of written and spoken English to effectively carry out the duties of the role. Applicants should be prepared for interview any time after the closing date. A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the Council will have no further claim to consideration. Interview results will be available on our website www.sdcc.ie Rolling Recruitment Only applications received electronically through the Council’s eRecruitment system will be accepted. South Dublin County Council applies rolling recruitment to fill some critical posts. The nature of rolling recruitment is that there is no closing date. This allows us to capture as many applicants as possible to fill these posts on an ongoing basis. Competitions which are subject to rolling recruitment will close temporarily at short notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Shortlisted applicants will be brought forward for interview to fill existing vacancies, and the competition will be reopened to new applications when required. Competitions that operate on a rolling basis will be clearly indicated in the advertisement. It is in your best interest, therefore, to submit your application as soon as possible. Shortlisting SDCC reserves its right to shortlist applications. Shortlisting may include desktop shortlisting and/or preliminary interviews. Shortlisting will be on the basis of information supplied on the application form and the likely number of vacancies to be filled. For this reason, you should provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience on the application form and ensure you fully complete the competency questions where applicable. When providing examples to demonstrate your ability under a particular competency, you should ensure the example is appropriate in scale and scope for the requirements of the position you are applying for. Panels A panel may be formed on the basis of such interviews. The life of the panel will be for a period of one year from the date of its formation. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. Acceptance of Offer SDCC will require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a reasonable period as determined by SDCC. If they fail to take up appointment within such period or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council will not appoint them. Pre-Employment Checks For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by SDCC. Appointment will not proceed without SDCC obtaining two satisfactory references from responsible persons known to but not related to the candidate. A responsible person should be a person under whom the candidate has served in employment, or in the case of relevant voluntary work, a person who has held a supervisory position. At least one of the references must be from a current employer. Garda Vetting will be sought prior to appointment in accordance with the National Vetting Bureau Act 2012 – 2016. A candidate who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment or dismissal. Citizenship Critical Skills Occupations Candidates must, by the date of submission of application form, have a Critical Skills Employment Permit (Stamp 1G). Candidates should ensure that the post they are applying for is included in the Critical Skills Occupations List. Non-Critical Skills Occupations Candidates must, by the date of submission of application form, be: A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or 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 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 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. In the case of relief positions advertised by the Council, a person awarded a Stamp 2 visa (student visa) is allowed to work to a maximum of 20 hours work per week. Blended Working SDCC is committed to supporting a flexible and balanced working environment. In line with this commitment, we operate a Blended Working Policy in accordance with the provisions of the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023. Under this policy, successful candidates may apply to work remotely up to two days per week, provided that the role is deemed suitable for blended working. Applications for blended working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements and the needs of the service. Please note that blended working arrangements cannot commence until six months of continuous employment have been completed. This ensures adequate time for onboarding, training and integration into the team and organisational culture. Probation Where a person is appointed to South Dublin County Council, the following provisions will apply: a) There will be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person will hold the position on probation. b) Such period will be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period. c) Such a person will cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service 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 assessment(s) during the probationary period. Officers who have already completed a probationary period with another Local Authority will not be obliged to serve probation with South Dublin County Council. Salary / Wages Entry point to a salary / wages scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1 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. Duties In accordance with Section 159(3) and (4) of the Local Government Act 2001, an employee of the local authority shall perform the duties of the office and give the local authority, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative, technical or management nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by the local authority and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any local authority. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Candidates must also: Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Be suitable on the grounds of character. Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. SDCC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they: Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Residence Holders of the office will reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof, as determined by South Dublin County Council. Outside Employment Employees may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Superannuation Contribution The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (that is, 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 officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s / Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension, the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. 2025 Rates and Thresholds Local Government Superannuation Scheme members €0.00 to €34,500 – 0% €34,500 to €60,000 – 10% Over €60,000 – 10.5% Single Public Sector Pension Scheme members €0.00 to €34,500 – 0% €34,500 to €60,000 – 3.33% Over €60,000 – 3.5% Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants, as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness for carrying out the duties to which they have been assigned. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER), as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09, that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position.
