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Applications are invited for the following post A unique opportunity to work as part of a team using the ‘Good Lives Model’ Social Care Worker/s – Ref: 53/2026 Permanent Full-Time hours (78 hours per fortnight) Adult Residential Two Centres within a 20km radius of Cork City A panel may also be formed as a result of this process to fill vacancies as they arise in the coming year The Purpose The person/s appointed to the residential services will be very flexible in their approach to service provision and have the ability to work both on their own initiative and as a member of a team. He/she will work to the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity ensuring the needs of the people supported are being met by them as directed by the Person in Charge. The model of Service will be based on the Good Lives Model . The successful candidate ideally should have a good working knowledge of Clinical Risk Management and in the identified planning systems or in the management of Services for persons with complex/ behavioural support needs As a team member, the best interests of each person using our service will be paramount in all discussions. Emphasis will be on forming a team approach involving people supported, families, advocates and staff on all relevant issues. People supported receive an integrated or part integrated service in line with their preference. Reporting to the Social Care Leader / Person in Charge Benefits of working for the Corlann South 2. Annual registration a) Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU AND b) Confirm annual registration with CORU to the Corlann South Service by way of annual Safety Assurance Certificate 3. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants recruited between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants recruited since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. 4. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 5. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Salary Scale: €41,260 - €57,789 including 1 LSI (1/6/26) and pro-rata for part-time & temporary contracts * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due now will only be paid from date of submission of documents. Hours of work: 78 hours per fortnight which may include sleep-in duties INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO: Stephen Dalton, Sector Manager, +353 21 4556299 or Linda Curtin, Area Manager, Tel: + 353 87 7060761, e-mail: linda.curtin@corlann.ie Closing Date: Friday 25th September 2026 Applications should be made online using the 'APPLY' link below Corlann is an equal opportunities employer
Support Worker
Support Worker (Care Assistant), South Tipperary (Cahir, Clonmel) Corlann South East are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Please apply to be in consideration for the following healthcare vacancies with Suir Services (see attached job description on our website for further details). A panel may also be formed for Permanent and Temporary, Full Time and Part Time vacancies of the same grade within the Suir Services area. Please see attached job description for further details including job requirements, duties, etc. Closing Date for receipt of completed Applications Forms/CVs online is 24th September 2026. Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Staff Nurse/enhanced Nurse, Day Service
CORLANN –WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL TIME STAFF NURSE/*ENHANCED NURSE – DAY SERVICE JOHN PAUL ADULT SERVICES (BALLYBANE, GALWAY CITY) Ref: 103717 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing, and the provision of quality services to meet the needs of the people we support. John Paul Adult Services John Paul Adult Services provides a combination of campus and community based services to adults with varying support needs, based on personal outcome measures. Our services are currently undergoing a transition from a campus-based service to community living, where we aim to create opportunities for the people we support to be valued citizens in their communities and to have everyday life experiences. Location: John Paul Adult Services (Ballybane, Galway city). The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the John Paul services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Staff Nurses and Enhanced Staff Nurses fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Staff Nurse and Enhanced Staff Nurse will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Reporting/Responsible to: Team Leader/Team Manager Qualifications & Experience: Candidates must have - · A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais) & RNID or RGN qualification is essential. · A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads is an essential requirement. · Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability and complex needs is desirable, however, induction and training will be provided. · Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post and proficiency in I.T. skills. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour Working Hours: Normal working hours are Monday – Friday in day services. All posts are based on a 5 day or 7 day duty roster. The successful candidate may be required to work days, evenings, weekends, public holidays and night duty to meet service needs. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 24 days pro rata per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration ( Department of Health salary scales as at 01/06/2026 apply): Staff Nurse - €38,166 x 11 increments - €54,956 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Long Service Increment €56,592 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. *Enhanced Nurse – € 45,259 x 7 increments - €56,762 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Long Service Increment €58,424 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. *As per HSE HR Circular 022/2019 – Nursing and Midwifery - the Enhanced Nurse / Midwife Practice Contract https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-022-2019-re-enhanced-nurse-midwife-contract.pdf ; once a staff nurse reaches point 4 on the Staff Nurse salary scale, they become eligible to apply for the role of Enhanced Nurse. Any Staff Nurse who wishes to avail of the Enhanced Nurse role will have to submit an application and also meet the qualifying criteria. Salary quoted is based on a 37.5 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous relevant nursing service. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, and sleep-ins and night duty if worked. A location allowance of €2,798 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) will also be paid when assigned to services where 75% of the persons supported have a diagnosis of severe/profound intellectual disability. Tenure: All posts are permanent, full-time and pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Staff Nurse / Enhanced Nurse appointments within the John Paul Service location may be offered over the next 6 months. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description please see attached Informal enquiries to Anne Dundon, Area Manager or Rita McHugh, Service Coordinator on 091 783660 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Friday 25th September 2026 Interview date is scheduled for the week of the 5th October 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer
Team Manager
CORLANN – WEST REGION 1 X PERMANENT FULL-TIME TEAM MANAGER (Clinical Nurse Manager 2 / Social Care Manager 2) BEO SERVICES, GALWAY CITY & COUNTY JOB REF: 103654 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose team manager vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. BEO Services is a community based, person centred service focussing on the needs and abilities of adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community. We continually review the way in which we support people in line with best practice internationally. Our focus going forward is to form a relationship/partnership with individuals and their family, supporting them to plan their own service. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in implementing this vision. The Role: The Team Manager will provide leadership and direction for the team, actively coordinating the team to ensure the development of person-centred services as agreed on the Service Plan for each Service Area. The Team Manager will support the staff teams and be responsible for the overall operational management of specified locations of the service. The successful candidates will work closely with the Service Coordinator/ Area Manager to ensure that services are delivered in an efficient and effective manner within the agreed budget, and will be proactive members of the management team. The successful candidate will be involved in developing existing services through supporting the local staff teams. The Team Manager will have Person in Charge (PIC) responsibility Reporting To/ Responsible To : Team Manager/Service Coordinator or delegate Qualifications/Experience: · A relevant 3rd level qualification in the Social Care or Health Sector e.g. Nursing qualification and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI or Social Care qualification and be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board - CORU Or Be eligible under the Section 91 (existing practitioner) route for registration in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board -CORU (evidence of application status is necessary) · An appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management (QQI Level 6) is a necessary requirement of the post. If the successful applicant does not hold such a qualification, a commitment to obtaining the qualification prior to taking up the post will be required. · Candidates must have at least 5 years post qualification experience including a minimum of 3 years in a management role, gained in services for people with intellectual disabilities. · Candidates must have a full clean manual driving licence. · Experience of working with individuals with behaviours that challenge is essential. · Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience of leading and supporting a team. · Practical working knowledge and experience of HIQA regulations and Standards is essential. · Experience in community networking, supporting individuals to partake in activities in their local community, goal setting and programme implementation is desirable. Skills: The successful candidate must provide examples of their own: · Leadership and planning skills · Ability to set goals, put these goals into action and evaluate their success · Ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality · Creativity and self-motivation skills · Effective communication style in both written and verbal forms · Work ethic in a team environment using a person-centred philosophy · Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. · Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills. · Proficiency in computer skills and online data management systems. Working Hours: For Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM2) grade, a 75 hours fortnight applies as per HR Circular 018/2022. For Social Care Manager 2 (SCM2) grade, a 78 hours fortnight applies. Contracted hours will be based on a 7-day duty roster and will depend on the qualification of the successful candidate. It is envisaged that the successful candidate will work primarily Monday to Friday with contracted hours of work liable to change between the hours of 8am – 8pm. Some weekend work may be required. Contracted hours of work are rostered to meet the requirements of the service, to include days, evenings, weekends, public holidays, as service need requires. An On Call responsibility is an essential requirement of the post. This responsibility is shared on a rotational basis across the wider management team, with an allowance provided for undertaking this duty. The successful candidate will be required to take responsibility as the senior person on duty in order to support colleagues across Beo Services, on a rostered basis, outside of usual business hours. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures, requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Manager 2 or Clinical Nurse Manager 2. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Area Manager / Service Coordinator to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the qualification of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Manager 2 or Clinical Nurse Manager 2. Tenure: This post is permanent full-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description please see attached. Informal enquiries to Bridget Carroll (Service Co-ordinator) or Sinéad O’Kane (Area Manager) on 091-721477 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is Friday 25th September 2026 Interviews will be held the week of the 5th October 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer
Driver/Porter
CORLANN – WEST REGION POST OF: PERMANENT PART-TIME DRIVER/PORTER BRUACH NA MARA SERVICES, SOUTH CONNEMARA, CO. GALWAY REF: 103622 Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Location: Bruach na Mara Services in South Connemara are a community based Service. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community. Our focus is to form a relationship / partnership with each individual and their family to support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. Staff allocation could be either within Centre based residential/day units, or in the community as Service needs. We wish to recruit an innovative, creative, visionary person who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for an individual who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support and are open to change. Reporting/Responsible To: Team leader / Service coordinator/ Area manager Works With: Individuals and families and front line staff Team leader / Service coordinator/ Area manager Qualifications: A full clean Driving Licence (Class D1) and CPC examinations are essential for the appointee to drive the transport that is assigned to the Service. This must be produced and checked at the interview.As part of the role in developing links with Irish speaking community groups willingness to learn the Irish language is a requirement of this post. Experience: Applicants must have relevant minibus driving experience. Experience of working with persons with an intellectual disability would be an advantage. Experience in general maintenance provision is an advantage. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: Working Hours: 26.5 hours a fortnight based on a 5 day duty roster. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery. Annual Leave: 22 days pro rata per annum i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked Remuneration: Department of Health Driver (Patients Public Roads) salary scale (01/06/2026) - €36,651 x 8 increments to €45,939 pro rata per annum. Tenure: This post is permanent, part-time and pensionable Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description please see attached Informal enquiries for this post to Service Coordinators Jennifer O’Connell/Hannah Ward or Area Manager Sabina Cendrzak Hynes on 091 869790 Closing date for receipt of all applications is: 5pm Friday 25th September 2026 Interviews will take place 5th October 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Carlow Fairgreen Shopping Centre. We are seeking candidates who are fully flexible throughout the week, and also weekend staff. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Communications Officer
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. . JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER CHILDREN’S SERVICES LIMERICK and DUBLIN, National Role Office base in Limerick SPECIFIC PURPOSE CONTRACT (12 months, 35 Hours Per Week). Salary: €52,757 - €63,110 LSIs* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: XXXX Essential: · 3rd level qualification in relevant field e.g. Journalism, Communications, PR. · 2+ years’ experience in a communications role, ideally within the public or not-for-profit sector. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor messages to different audiences and platforms. · Experience managing social media platforms and digital content creation. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic design/editing tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar). · Experience in Event management and planning · Full clean manual Irish driving licence and access to own vehicle. · Proficiency in the English language. Desirable: · Demonstrate ability to collaborate with numerous stakeholders . · Demonstrate creativity and innovation in developing communication strategies and content. · Experience with project management of inter-departmental projects, campaigns and events. · Be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work on own initiative and the capacity to manage change Why work with us? ü Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. ü Comprehensive Pension Scheme ü Supportive and innovative working environment. ü Generous annual leave entitlement ü Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme ü Bike to work Scheme ü Tax Saver Travel Scheme Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Claire Sheeran, Communications Manager, Tel: 087-4074216 or email: Claire.Sheeran@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications 29thSeptember 2026. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Head Of Discipline, Physiotherapy
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. . JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: Head of Discipline - PHYSIOTHERAPY EAST LIMERICK CHILDREN’S SERVICES, LIMERICK TEMPORARY PART-TIME CONTRACT (17.5 Hours Per Week). (12 MONTHS) Salary: € 77,814 - € 93,416 *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF:103749 Essential: · Professional Physiotherapy Qualification from a recognized third level institution · Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council) · Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in physiotherapy work with significant paediatric/children’s disability experience · Proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services · Strong working knowledge of children’s disability services in Ireland · Experience working within Children’s Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models · Experience of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary team working · Full Drivers Licence and use of own car · Permit to work in Ireland · Be self-motivated and willing to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative. · Have an organisational commitment to lead through the Avista Core Values and vision. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills · Excellent organizational skills · The ability to successfully manage deadlines and teams. · A willingness to learn and develop professionally. · Experience in providing Clinical Supervision · Proficiency in the English language. Desirable: · Postgraduate qualification in management, leadership. · Knowledge of Policies and Procedures related to children’s disability services · Experience in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development Applicants should possess Level 3 Behavioural Competencies of Avista competency framework Why work with us? Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. Comprehensive Pension Scheme Supportive and innovative working environment. Generous annual leave entitlement Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme Bike to work Scheme Tax Saver Travel Scheme Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Baerbel Schlueter, Service Manager, email; bschlueter@avistaclg.ie ; Tel: 086835107 Closing date for receipt of applications 30th September 2026 Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Limerick service.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Therapy Assistant
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. . JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: Therapy Assistant (MDT) ST. VINCENT’S CENTRE, LIMERICK. PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT (39 Hours Per Week). Salary: € 36,651 - € 45,939 *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience. REF: Essential: · Full FETAC 5 QQI award healthcare qualification Desirable: · Have excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork · Ability to effectively manage their time; work on their own initiative and as part of a team · Have an interest and experience in working with Adult with intellectual, physical and sensory disabilities(with or without a diagnosis of autism) and/or behaviours that challenge. · Possess Level 1 behavioral competencies of Avista competency framework as set out in the job description Why work with us? ü Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. ü Comprehensive Pension Scheme ü Supportive and innovative working environment. ü Generous annual leave entitlement ü Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme ü Bike to work Scheme ü Tax Saver Travel Scheme Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Bharath Senthivinayagam , (Occupational Therapy Manager), Tel:0873859778 Closing date for receipt of applications xxxx August 2026. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Assistant Director Of Nursing, September
Cúntóir Stiúrthóir Altranais (Lasmuigh d'Uaireanta) Permanent Part-time (25 hours per week) Role Summary: The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – Out of Hours is part of the Senior Nurse Management Team with responsibility for all aspects of professional leadership and management for Nursing staff, Healthcare Assistants and Nursing Students over a 24/7 period. This role is Out of Hours in the main. The ADON participates in activities, to meet the objectives of the Nursing Department. The ADON ensures the provision of effective delivery of quality person-centred care and services and the development of staff, the nursing department and the organisation and provides assurance to the DON on these matters. The Out of Hours ADON also supports the DON in ensuring the provision of effective delivery of quality care and services and the development of staff, the nursing department and the organisation. The ADON will be responsible and accountable for all aspects of the operational running of the hospital under remit and management of Nursing and HCA staff and the operational running of the hospital out-of-hours. They are also responsible and accountable for the planning and development of patient services in collaboration with other personnel, review of systems and making recommendations for service improvements in which they will be actively involved. They act as a resource and work in collaboration with the various specialist and professional teams within the hospital and may deputise for the DON as required. The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – Out of Hours – will work a flexible rota to ensure continuity of service over 24/7 & may cover other shifts e.g. ADON nights/days, as requested, within their rostered hours. This role includes working Bank Holidays, in addition, as they arise within a roster.
