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Profile of Craft Core Skills Motor Mechanics The Motor Industry The work of a Motor Mechanic involves the servicing, maintenance and fault diagnosis of automobile and light commercial vehicle mechanical and electrical systems, vehicle component removal, installation or repair according to original manufacturers’ specification. At the end of the apprenticeship, the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following skills: Servicing Read, interpret and carry out manufacturers’ instructions for all vehicle service, maintenance and repair procedures. Complete a vehicle report form. Fgas Describe the overall aim of Regulation No. 842/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 of May 2006 in relation to the air conditioning systems of automotive vehicles (MACs). List the dangers to personal health and related safety regulations related to the refrigerant gas contained in mobile air conditioning (MAC) systems. Describe the location of possible leaks of refrigerant gas from an automotive air con unit. Engine Diagnose faults, dismantle and reassemble the engine and its ancillary components. Replace timing belts and chains. Use all recommended bolt tightening procedures. Electrical Read and interpret relevant electrical wiring diagrams. Use fault-code reader to interrogate ECU memory and OBD system. Employ a logical and structured fault diagnosis methodology (use of diagnostic flow charts). Measure and interpret quantities of electrical current, voltage and resistance. Diagnose/resolve faults in starter, charging and lighting circuits. Remove/replace vehicle lighting components. Align headlamps. Fuel/Ignition Diagnose and resolve faults in electronically controlled fuel, ignition and emissions control systems. Evaluate exhaust emission levels with reference to NCT/DoT VTM test requirements. Transmission Diagnose faults in manual transmission units. Remove/refit manual transmission units. Diagnose faults in clutch assemblies. Remove/replace clutch components. Remove/replace driveshaft joints and bearings. Brakes Diagnose mechanical and hydraulic faults in the braking system. Remove/replace brake components. Employ manufacturers’ recommended service and bleeding procedures. Core Skills (cont’d) Specialist Skills Steering/Suspension Diagnose faults in steering and suspension systems. Remove/replace steering and suspension components. Align suspension and steering geometry. Balance wheels. Repair punctures. Bodywork Remove/replace bodywork components e.g. door locks, windows and regulators. Engine Carry out complete engine overhaul on automobile and light commercial vehicle petrol and diesel engines. Electrical Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: standard, multi-voltage and high voltage systems, inter-control module communication systems e.g. CAN, LIN, VAN and MOST networks, multiplex wiring, climate control, cruise control, theft deterrence systems, comfort systems e.g. electric windows and seat/steering adjustment, sunroof, and central locking. Fuel systems Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: high pressure petrol injection systems (e.g. GDI and MED-Motronic) and high pressure diesel injection systems (e.g. commonrail). Transmission Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, overhaul and return to original manufacturers’ specification: manual, automatic or hybrid transmission assemblies. Brakes Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: ABS and EHB (Electro-Hydraulic Braking) systems. This includes ESP (Electronic Stability Program), TCS (Traction Control System), and ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) systems. Occupant safety Examine, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: vehicle occupant passive safety systems. This includes airbag, belt tensioner and rollover protection systems. Communication and Information Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: In-Car Entertainment systems, telecommunication systems, vehicle information systems e.g. technical monitoring displays and GPS (Global Positioning System). Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) systems. Discuss and demonstrate best practice for handling of Fgases storage cylinders, the safe recovery and disposal of Fgas. Perform full servicing of an air conditioning system of a motor vehicle to include: leak detection, recovery, vacuum and refill. Common Skills Specialist Skills (cont’d) Servicing Read, interpret and carry out manufacturers’ instructions for all vehicle service, maintenance and repair procedures. Complete a vehicle report form. NCT/DoT VTM Determine the condition of automotive vehicles to NCT/DoT VTM requirements. Engine Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: petrol and diesel engines and their ancillary components. Electrical Read and interpret relevant electrical wiring diagrams. Use fault-code reader to interrogate ECU memory and OBD system. Employ a logical and structured fault diagnosis methodology (use of diagnostic flow charts). Measure and interpret quantities of electrical current, voltage and resistance. Diagnose/resolve faults in starter, charging and lighting circuits. Remove/replace vehicle lighting components. Align headlamps. Transmission Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: clutch system components, driveshafts and bearings. Brakes Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: brake friction linings. Steering Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: steering linkage and geometry settings. Bodywork Remove/replace bodywork components e.g. door locks, windows and regulators.
General Operative
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Customer Service Advisor
Kickstart your career with Danske Bank as a Customer Service Advisor! Join Northern Ireland’s leading bank, where we're all about delivering top-notch service to personal and business customers through our friendly branches. Experience the best of both worlds: cutting-edge tech, mixed with local expertise and decision-making. Why you’ll want to work with us: Why choose us? We're proud to be ranked among the top ten best places to work in Northern Ireland. If you share our values and enthusiasm, you’ll shine in our Branch Banking teams! Be part of a team making waves and helping people, businesses, and society thrive. Here’s the scoop: As a Customer Service Advisor, you will handle customer’s day to day banking queries, assist with their digital questions, open new accounts, provide information on new products, manage customer meetings, make outreach calls and respond to secure mails.basically delivering that outstanding customer service we are famous for! Dive into endless career paths in Personal Banking. There’s room for everyone to grow here! Our custom training programme kicks off with new colleagues coming together for the first two weeks, followed by more training in a supportive environment. We’re a pretty cool place to work, with a fun and inclusive culture. We welcome talent from all backgrounds because it makes us stronger... our customers come from all walks of life, so our team should too! What are we looking for? We are looking for Customer Service Advisors for a number of our branches. If you have a passion for customer service, love working with enthusiastic, supportive team members and can communicate well then, we would love to hear from you. Our branch working hours are 9-5pm Mon-Fri and Saturday 9.45-3.15 (only if you live within 25 miles to 1 of the 4 shopping centre locations). Staff will work a maximum of 1 in 7 and get a full day off in lieu. Part-time applications will be considered (minimum 21 hours). What you'll bring… • Customer service experience preferably from retail, hospitality, or any customer-facing roles. • Top-notch communication and relationship skills. • A hunger to learn and adapt quickly. • No banking experience needed - just the drive to make a positive impact and be a Danske Bank ambassador. Awesome benefits for you: • Starting salary of £25,000. • Enjoy 22 days' leave plus 10 bank holidays. • Tailor your benefits: private medical care, extra holidays, and exclusive discounts. We offer flexible benefits centered on wellness, finances, and more, tailored to your needs. Need extra holidays or medical treatment? We’ve got free private medical care. Want to stretch your money further? Our Danske Discounts are perfect for you, with nonstop savings. Interested in gym memberships? We’ve got discounts. Plus, enjoy free breakfast on site! What branches are hiring? We’re hiring for our, Portadown, Banbridge, Newry and Armagh branches. Sounds good? Get applying! Hope to see you on the team! Please detail on your application which branch you’d prefer to be based in. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Candidates may be invited for Interviews, all of which will be in person Good luck!
Customer Service Advisor
Kickstart your career with Danske Bank as a Customer Service Advisor! Join Northern Ireland’s leading bank, where we're all about delivering top-notch service to personal and business customers through our friendly branches. Experience the best of both worlds: cutting-edge tech, mixed with local expertise and decision-making. Why you’ll want to work with us: Why choose us? We're proud to be ranked among the top ten best places to work in Northern Ireland. If you share our values and enthusiasm, you’ll shine in our Branch Banking teams! Be part of a team making waves and helping people, businesses, and society thrive. Here’s the scoop: As a Customer Service Advisor, you will handle customer’s day to day banking queries, assist with their digital questions, open new accounts, provide information on new products, manage customer meetings, make outreach calls and respond to secure mails.basically delivering that outstanding customer service we are famous for! Dive into endless career paths in Personal Banking. There’s room for everyone to grow here! Our custom training programme kicks off with new colleagues coming together for the first two weeks, followed by more training in a supportive environment. We’re a pretty cool place to work, with a fun and inclusive culture. We welcome talent from all backgrounds because it makes us stronger... our customers come from all walks of life, so our team should too! What are we looking for? We are looking for Customer Service Advisors for a number of our branches. If you have a passion for customer service, love working with enthusiastic, supportive team members and can communicate well then, we would love to hear from you. Our branch working hours are 9-5pm Mon-Fri and Saturday 9.45-3.15 (only if you live within 25 miles to 1 of the 4 shopping centre locations). Staff will work a maximum of 1 in 7 and get a full day off in lieu. Part-time applications will be considered (minimum 21 hours). What you'll bring… • Customer service experience preferably from retail, hospitality, or any customer-facing roles. • Top-notch communication and relationship skills. • A hunger to learn and adapt quickly. • No banking experience needed - just the drive to make a positive impact and be a Danske Bank ambassador. Awesome benefits for you: • Starting salary of £25,000. • Enjoy 22 days' leave plus 10 bank holidays. • Tailor your benefits: private medical care, extra holidays, and exclusive discounts. We offer flexible benefits centered on wellness, finances, and more, tailored to your needs. Need extra holidays or medical treatment? We’ve got free private medical care. Want to stretch your money further? Our Danske Discounts are perfect for you, with nonstop savings. Interested in gym memberships? We’ve got discounts. Plus, enjoy free breakfast on site! What branches are hiring? We’re hiring for our, Portadown, Banbridge, Newry and Armagh branches. Sounds good? Get applying! Hope to see you on the team! Please detail on your application which branch you’d prefer to be based in. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Candidates may be invited for Interviews, all of which will be in person Good luck!
Adult Education Officer
The starting salary for this role is €64,218 per annum pro-rata 35 hours per week 35 days per annum pro-rata Job Summary The role of the AEO is an integral part of the FET Management Team. The role of the AEO is to assist the Chief Executive and the Director of FET in the leadership and management of WWETB’s services in the areas of Further Education and Training. The AEO will have responsibility for the effective management of staff, financial and other resources and their effective use in the delivery of agreed and appropriate support and services as require by stakeholders. In the interest of organisational effectiveness and flexibility, members of the management team, including AEO’s, may be required to rotate within the general FET management team as needs arise. Key Responsibilities ▪ Strategic leadership and accountability: Manage, coordinate and be accountable for assigned FET and Youth Affairs programmes and support services, in line with WWETB’s Strategy Statement, relevant national FET and youth policies and strategies, and annual Service Plans. ▪ Strategic and service planning: Contribute to the development, implementation and review of the educational elements of WWETB’s strategic plans, annual Service Plans and Annual Reports, taking a leadership role as required. ▪ Needs assessment and responsive provision: Identify the further education and training needs of adults and relevant young people across Waterford and Wexford, and support the development of appropriate responses. ▪ Learner inclusion and participation: Promote inclusive provision and ensure learner voice informs programme planning, delivery and review, addressing barriers to access, retention and achievement. ▪ Access and progression: Strengthen access, transfer and progression pathways within FET and into higher education, apprenticeships and employment, working collaboratively with relevant colleagues and partners. ▪ Staff leadership and development: Lead, support and line-manage assigned staff, promote professional development and contribute to workforce planning and performance management. ▪ Integration and coordination: Work collaboratively with colleagues to strengthen the integration and coordination of FET programmes and support services, in line with WWETB priorities and service requirements. ▪ Service development and change: Lead assigned service development initiatives and organisational change to improve provision, learner outcomes and organisational effectiveness. ▪ Safeguarding and risk management: Oversee implementation of applicable safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and risk management policies within the assigned portfolio, ensuring significant concerns are escalated appropriately. ▪ Quality assurance and improvement: Support the development, implementation and review of WWETB’s quality assurance arrangements, programme evaluation and continuous improvement processes, in accordance with its obligations under the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012. ▪ Financial and resource management: Manage assigned budgets, funding agreements and resources, ensuring effective financial controls, expenditure monitoring and accountability. ▪ Youth funding and service oversight: Oversee assigned youth funding schemes and funded services, ensuring compliance with applicable scheme requirements, funding agreements, quality standards and reporting arrangements. ▪ Partnership development: Develop effective partnerships with statutory agencies, community organisations and employers, including the Department of Social Protection, to support learner engagement and coordinated provision. ▪ Stakeholder engagement: Liaise with local and regional stakeholders to develop programmes that respond to learner, community and employer needs, in line with Government policy. ▪ Evidence-informed planning: Monitor and analyse PLSS and other relevant data to identify trends, inform strategic responses and improve programme planning and service delivery. ▪ Reporting and evaluation: Prepare statistical analyses, reports and recommendations to inform strategic priorities, resource allocation and effective service provision. ▪ Funding-body requirements: Fulfil applicable SOLAS, DFHERIS and other funding-body requirements for programme planning, monitoring and reporting, including FARR, PLSS and European Social Fund reporting, as required. ▪ Representation and communication: Represent WWETB as required and lead communication and promotional initiatives that strengthen awareness of its programmes, services and learner opportunities. ▪ Delegated accountability: Carry out the lawful instructions of the Board and Chief Executive and fulfil any formally assigned Sub-Accounting Officer responsibilities, including accountability for designated budgets and the property, equipment and assets entrusted to the role. ▪ Other assigned duties: Undertake other duties appropriate to the AEO grade as assigned by the Chief Executive or Director of FET. This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Adult Education Officer position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. The successful candidate will: ▪ Have management experience at an appropriate senior level, including leading teams and managing resources. ▪ Have relevant experience in the following: o Leadership of teaching or learning or training in adult education or further education or training or community or voluntary sectors; o Governance and management; o Performance management. ▪ Demonstrate the capacity to work as part of a management team, contribute to the implementation of strategic plans, organisational policies and procedures; ▪ Demonstrate the ability to manage and lead change and to fulfil reform requirements within the ETB; ▪ Have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills including the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders and to represent the ETB as required; ▪ Demonstrate that they possess the skills/competencies identified as being important for the role. These include: o Leadership: Supporting, developing, leading and managing FET staff. o Analysis & Decision Making: Programme planning, monitoring and implementation. o Management and delivery of results: Reviewing, reporting and evaluating FET programme and service delivery. o Interpersonal and communication skills: Promote, establish and maintain effective communications across all FET provision and with relevant voluntary and statutory bodies. o Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self-development: Possess a clear understanding of the role and how it fits into the work of the ETB and maintain a focus on self-development, seeking feedback and opportunities for growth to help carry out the specific role requirements. o Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values: Develop, manage and implement an ETBwide framework approach to the delivery of further education and training provision and service. Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Adult Education Officer position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting: ▪ Experience leading education, training, youth or community services; ▪ Demonstrated success in implementing strategic and operational plans, managing budgets and funding agreements, and improving service quality and outcomes. Experience overseeing publicly funded services would be advantageous. ▪ A record of building effective partnerships with statutory agencies, community organisations, employers or education providers. Strong consultation, negotiation, report-writing and presentation skills. ▪ A relevant third-level qualification in education, youth work, community development, management or a related discipline. Knowledge of FET and youth policy, quality assurance, safeguarding and funding arrangements. A leadership or management qualification would be advantageous. Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. 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 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa
Adult Education Officer
The starting salary for this role is €64,218 per annum pro-rata 35 hours per week 35 days per annum pro-rata Job Summary The role of the AEO is an integral part of the FET Management Team. The role of the AEO is to assist the Chief Executive and the Director of FET in the leadership and management of WWETB’s services in the areas of Further Education and Training. The AEO will have responsibility for the effective management of staff, financial and other resources and their effective use in the delivery of agreed and appropriate support and services as require by stakeholders. In the interest of organisational effectiveness and flexibility, members of the management team, including AEO’s, may be required to rotate within the general FET management team as needs arise. Key Responsibilities ▪ Strategic leadership and accountability: Manage, coordinate and be accountable for assigned FET and Youth Affairs programmes and support services, in line with WWETB’s Strategy Statement, relevant national FET and youth policies and strategies, and annual Service Plans. ▪ Strategic and service planning: Contribute to the development, implementation and review of the educational elements of WWETB’s strategic plans, annual Service Plans and Annual Reports, taking a leadership role as required. ▪ Needs assessment and responsive provision: Identify the further education and training needs of adults and relevant young people across Waterford and Wexford, and support the development of appropriate responses. ▪ Learner inclusion and participation: Promote inclusive provision and ensure learner voice informs programme planning, delivery and review, addressing barriers to access, retention and achievement. ▪ Access and progression: Strengthen access, transfer and progression pathways within FET and into higher education, apprenticeships and employment, working collaboratively with relevant colleagues and partners. ▪ Staff leadership and development: Lead, support and line-manage assigned staff, promote professional development and contribute to workforce planning and performance management. ▪ Integration and coordination: Work collaboratively with colleagues to strengthen the integration and coordination of FET programmes and support services, in line with WWETB priorities and service requirements. ▪ Service development and change: Lead assigned service development initiatives and organisational change to improve provision, learner outcomes and organisational effectiveness. ▪ Safeguarding and risk management: Oversee implementation of applicable safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and risk management policies within the assigned portfolio, ensuring significant concerns are escalated appropriately. ▪ Quality assurance and improvement: Support the development, implementation and review of WWETB’s quality assurance arrangements, programme evaluation and continuous improvement processes, in accordance with its obligations under the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012. ▪ Financial and resource management: Manage assigned budgets, funding agreements and resources, ensuring effective financial controls, expenditure monitoring and accountability. ▪ Youth funding and service oversight: Oversee assigned youth funding schemes and funded services, ensuring compliance with applicable scheme requirements, funding agreements, quality standards and reporting arrangements. ▪ Partnership development: Develop effective partnerships with statutory agencies, community organisations and employers, including the Department of Social Protection, to support learner engagement and coordinated provision. ▪ Stakeholder engagement: Liaise with local and regional stakeholders to develop programmes that respond to learner, community and employer needs, in line with Government policy. ▪ Evidence-informed planning: Monitor and analyse PLSS and other relevant data to identify trends, inform strategic responses and improve programme planning and service delivery. ▪ Reporting and evaluation: Prepare statistical analyses, reports and recommendations to inform strategic priorities, resource allocation and effective service provision. ▪ Funding-body requirements: Fulfil applicable SOLAS, DFHERIS and other funding-body requirements for programme planning, monitoring and reporting, including FARR, PLSS and European Social Fund reporting, as required. ▪ Representation and communication: Represent WWETB as required and lead communication and promotional initiatives that strengthen awareness of its programmes, services and learner opportunities. ▪ Delegated accountability: Carry out the lawful instructions of the Board and Chief Executive and fulfil any formally assigned Sub-Accounting Officer responsibilities, including accountability for designated budgets and the property, equipment and assets entrusted to the role. ▪ Other assigned duties: Undertake other duties appropriate to the AEO grade as assigned by the Chief Executive or Director of FET. This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Adult Education Officer position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. The successful candidate will: ▪ Have management experience at an appropriate senior level, including leading teams and managing resources. ▪ Have relevant experience in the following: o Leadership of teaching or learning or training in adult education or further education or training or community or voluntary sectors; o Governance and management; o Performance management. ▪ Demonstrate the capacity to work as part of a management team, contribute to the implementation of strategic plans, organisational policies and procedures; ▪ Demonstrate the ability to manage and lead change and to fulfil reform requirements within the ETB; ▪ Have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills including the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders and to represent the ETB as required; ▪ Demonstrate that they possess the skills/competencies identified as being important for the role. These include: o Leadership: Supporting, developing, leading and managing FET staff. o Analysis & Decision Making: Programme planning, monitoring and implementation. o Management and delivery of results: Reviewing, reporting and evaluating FET programme and service delivery. o Interpersonal and communication skills: Promote, establish and maintain effective communications across all FET provision and with relevant voluntary and statutory bodies. o Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self-development: Possess a clear understanding of the role and how it fits into the work of the ETB and maintain a focus on self-development, seeking feedback and opportunities for growth to help carry out the specific role requirements. o Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values: Develop, manage and implement an ETBwide framework approach to the delivery of further education and training provision and service. Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Adult Education Officer position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting: ▪ Experience leading education, training, youth or community services; ▪ Demonstrated success in implementing strategic and operational plans, managing budgets and funding agreements, and improving service quality and outcomes. Experience overseeing publicly funded services would be advantageous. ▪ A record of building effective partnerships with statutory agencies, community organisations, employers or education providers. Strong consultation, negotiation, report-writing and presentation skills. ▪ A relevant third-level qualification in education, youth work, community development, management or a related discipline. Knowledge of FET and youth policy, quality assurance, safeguarding and funding arrangements. A leadership or management qualification would be advantageous. Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. 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 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa
Adult Literacy Organiser
Nature of Position: 2-year Fixed Term Contract. Under the direction of the Director of Further Education and Training and reporting directly to the Adult Education Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the ESOL service in Bray/North Wicklow and Mid Kildare FET services. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, communicating and implementing specific actions to achieve KWETB’s FET Strategic targets under the National FET Strategy 2026-2030 and the Adult Literacy for Life Strategy. The position requires a person who is flexible, multi-disciplined and experienced. A high degree of motivation and commitment to a learner-centred model of learning is essential. An overall summary of the main duties is provided below, the successful candidate may be allocated different or additional duties in line with the needs of the FET Service. Place of Work Bray Adult Learning Centre/ Naas Further Education and Training Centre (FETC) Hours of Work: Monday to Friday – 35 hours per week. Attendance will be at such times as necessary for the delivery of the service. Attendance outside of normal office hours will be by prior agreement with the FET Director/AEO and will be outset against normal working hours attendance. Salary Scale: Salary will be paid in accordance with such rates as may be authorised by the Minister for Education from time to time for the position. Current salary scale starts at €49,400 per annum Starting pay will be in accordance with CL0058/2026 Main Duties: The duties of the post will include but may not necessarily be confined to, under the direction of the Director of FET/Adult Education Officer (DFET/AEO) of the KWETB: • Coordinating planning, development and management of the relevant ESOL services under the direction of the AEO/Director FET in accordance with the overall plan for the service; • Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the service; • Recruit, assess and place learners into appropriate learning groups; • Promote and support the development and nurturing of new learning opportunities; • Support, motivate and manage educators, learners and other relevant staff; • Organise and/or support the identification and delivery of initial and ongoing training and development for staff; • Oversee the Health and Safety requirements of the service including the Health and Safety of staff, learners, buildings etc. and assist and input into the wider KWETB Health and Safety policies and processes; • Develop and encourage partnerships and links between community education and statutory and other providers; • Promote the service in the wider community; • Initiate and facilitate programmes and initiatives at out-centres; • Responsible for quality assurance, accreditation and certification; • Share good practices from the sector and support the mainstreaming of relevant national policy and practice; • Act in a representative capacity if required on matters relating to ESOL; • Assist in the management of resources, e.g. financial, premises, materials, personnel etc as appropriate, and relevant to the needs of the local programme; • Keep records and prepare reports and submissions in consultation with the Director of FET/Adult Education Officer as appropriate; • Enhance own expertise through training, development, and networking with relevant bodies; • Set a good standard of professional interactions and ensure excellent relationship boundaries are in place; • Uphold professional integrity at all times, maintaining discretion and confidentiality; • Maintaining an ethos appropriate to adult learning; • Any other duties appropriate to the needs of the local scheme as may be assigned by the AEO/DFET for the effective and efficient management of resources; • The role will require some work to take place outside of normal business hours. Qualifications - The following are essential requirements for appointment to this post: • A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or its equivalent in an appropriate area; Experience – • A minimum of 5 years working in Adult Basic Education Services or other significant relevant work experience. • The appointee should demonstrate a clear understanding and empathy with the philosophy and processes of adult basic and language education. • A high level of expertise in the area of the Further Education and Training Sector; • Broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to the area of work. • Travel will be essential requirement for this role. Candidates must be willing to work flexibly outside of normal working hours as per required. Competences required: The appointee to the post of will be required to display evidence of the following competences: Leader – Education and Learning • Understands that high quality teaching and learning is the core business of the Adult Basic Education and ESOL Service and demonstrates the skills to act as the instructional leader. • Maintains an ethos appropriate to adult learning • Promotes effective teaching, learning and assessment strategies across the service Leader – Service/Programme Development • Demonstrates the ability to take a broad and long-term view of the needs of the service’s purpose and objectives • Has a vision for the development of the Adult Basic Education/ESOL service Leader – People and Teams • Demonstrates the willingness and ability to develop individuals and teams throughout the Adult Basic Education/ESOL service and delegate leadership within those teams. • Demonstrates an ability to support, motivate and manage individuals and teams. Communication • Has the capacity to clearly articulate views, opinions and attitudes through effective and appropriate and empathic interaction with all stakeholders in a variety of situations and contexts. • Demonstrates ability to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Organisational Management and Administrative Skills • Is organised and efficient and can put in place procedures and appropriate structures to deliver. Self-Awareness and Self-Management • Is self-aware and has the capacity to self-manage and develop personally and professionally. • Demonstrates professional integrity. • Has enhanced own expertise through training, development, and networking with relevant bodies • Demonstrates good standards of professional interactions and relationships. Application process: Fully completed official application form should be submitted via email to jobapplications@kwetb.ie no later than 12 noon on Monday 2nd November 2026. Please note the following • Short listing may apply. Canvassing by or on behalf of the candidate will automatically disqualify. • Late applications will not be accepted. • It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that the application form is received at the stated email address before the stated deadline. It is recommended that applicants request a delivery receipt when sending their application.
Adult Literacy Organiser
Nature of Position: 2-year Fixed Term Contract. Under the direction of the Director of Further Education and Training and reporting directly to the Adult Education Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the ESOL service in Bray/North Wicklow and Mid Kildare FET services. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, communicating and implementing specific actions to achieve KWETB’s FET Strategic targets under the National FET Strategy 2026-2030 and the Adult Literacy for Life Strategy. The position requires a person who is flexible, multi-disciplined and experienced. A high degree of motivation and commitment to a learner-centred model of learning is essential. An overall summary of the main duties is provided below, the successful candidate may be allocated different or additional duties in line with the needs of the FET Service. Place of Work Bray Adult Learning Centre/ Naas Further Education and Training Centre (FETC) Hours of Work: Monday to Friday – 35 hours per week. Attendance will be at such times as necessary for the delivery of the service. Attendance outside of normal office hours will be by prior agreement with the FET Director/AEO and will be outset against normal working hours attendance. Salary Scale: Salary will be paid in accordance with such rates as may be authorised by the Minister for Education from time to time for the position. Current salary scale starts at €49,400 per annum Starting pay will be in accordance with CL0058/2026 Main Duties: The duties of the post will include but may not necessarily be confined to, under the direction of the Director of FET/Adult Education Officer (DFET/AEO) of the KWETB: • Coordinating planning, development and management of the relevant ESOL services under the direction of the AEO/Director FET in accordance with the overall plan for the service; • Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the service; • Recruit, assess and place learners into appropriate learning groups; • Promote and support the development and nurturing of new learning opportunities; • Support, motivate and manage educators, learners and other relevant staff; • Organise and/or support the identification and delivery of initial and ongoing training and development for staff; • Oversee the Health and Safety requirements of the service including the Health and Safety of staff, learners, buildings etc. and assist and input into the wider KWETB Health and Safety policies and processes; • Develop and encourage partnerships and links between community education and statutory and other providers; • Promote the service in the wider community; • Initiate and facilitate programmes and initiatives at out-centres; • Responsible for quality assurance, accreditation and certification; • Share good practices from the sector and support the mainstreaming of relevant national policy and practice; • Act in a representative capacity if required on matters relating to ESOL; • Assist in the management of resources, e.g. financial, premises, materials, personnel etc as appropriate, and relevant to the needs of the local programme; • Keep records and prepare reports and submissions in consultation with the Director of FET/Adult Education Officer as appropriate; • Enhance own expertise through training, development, and networking with relevant bodies; • Set a good standard of professional interactions and ensure excellent relationship boundaries are in place; • Uphold professional integrity at all times, maintaining discretion and confidentiality; • Maintaining an ethos appropriate to adult learning; • Any other duties appropriate to the needs of the local scheme as may be assigned by the AEO/DFET for the effective and efficient management of resources; • The role will require some work to take place outside of normal business hours. Qualifications - The following are essential requirements for appointment to this post: • A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or its equivalent in an appropriate area; Experience – • A minimum of 5 years working in Adult Basic Education Services or other significant relevant work experience. • The appointee should demonstrate a clear understanding and empathy with the philosophy and processes of adult basic and language education. • A high level of expertise in the area of the Further Education and Training Sector; • Broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to the area of work. • Travel will be essential requirement for this role. Candidates must be willing to work flexibly outside of normal working hours as per required. Competences required: The appointee to the post of will be required to display evidence of the following competences: Leader – Education and Learning • Understands that high quality teaching and learning is the core business of the Adult Basic Education and ESOL Service and demonstrates the skills to act as the instructional leader. • Maintains an ethos appropriate to adult learning • Promotes effective teaching, learning and assessment strategies across the service Leader – Service/Programme Development • Demonstrates the ability to take a broad and long-term view of the needs of the service’s purpose and objectives • Has a vision for the development of the Adult Basic Education/ESOL service Leader – People and Teams • Demonstrates the willingness and ability to develop individuals and teams throughout the Adult Basic Education/ESOL service and delegate leadership within those teams. • Demonstrates an ability to support, motivate and manage individuals and teams. Communication • Has the capacity to clearly articulate views, opinions and attitudes through effective and appropriate and empathic interaction with all stakeholders in a variety of situations and contexts. • Demonstrates ability to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Organisational Management and Administrative Skills • Is organised and efficient and can put in place procedures and appropriate structures to deliver. Self-Awareness and Self-Management • Is self-aware and has the capacity to self-manage and develop personally and professionally. • Demonstrates professional integrity. • Has enhanced own expertise through training, development, and networking with relevant bodies • Demonstrates good standards of professional interactions and relationships. Application process: Fully completed official application form should be submitted via email to jobapplications@kwetb.ie no later than 12 noon on Monday 2nd November 2026. Please note the following • Short listing may apply. Canvassing by or on behalf of the candidate will automatically disqualify. • Late applications will not be accepted. • It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that the application form is received at the stated email address before the stated deadline. It is recommended that applicants request a delivery receipt when sending their application.
Butcher
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Meat Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Craft butchery course is desirable Numerical skills Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers HACCP training is beneficial but not essential. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Maintain retail cuts at a high standard in accordance with customer needs Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Meat Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
P&C Project Lead
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated P&C Project Leadto join our team. About the Role: The P&C Project Lead will have a key role in the delivery and implementation of a new Time Management, HR information system (HRIS) and associated activities. The role will be based in our: National Office in Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. The contract available is: Fixed Term (to complete the project), full time, 35 hours The salary range will be €55,264 - €67,517 - DOE What You’ll Be Doing: Project Planning & Delivery If you’re ready to step into a role that balances professional impact with personal purpose, we’d love to hear from you. You're welcome to get in touch with informal queries by emailing the Hiring Manager. P&C Operations Manager - Danielle Morgan, dmorgan@abiireland.ie Please apply by 19th November 2026 at 5pm
