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Mechanic
The Mechanic will be required to carry out all the duties allocated by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant supervisor. It is understood that there will be occasions outside of normal working hours when the person employed will be assigned to a roster to cover breakdowns during Winter Maintenance season. The Council requires that the carrying out of such duties be in a spirit of co operation and good will. The duties will include but are not limited to: • Carry out repair, maintenance and complete overhaul of all types of heavy duty diesel or alternative fuel, electric and petrol vehicles and equipment. This shall include trucks, pickups, vans, excavators, tractors, loading shovel or telehandlers, trailers, belonging to Monaghan County Council both in the Council workshop and on sites throughout the County; • Inspect vehicles and plant, and related equipment to locate and determine the extent of necessary overhaul or repair; • Perform preventative maintenance work on vehicles and plant; • Diagnose, repair and maintain hydraulic systems; • Fabricate and weld to repair equipment as necessary; • Perform vehicle body work and collision repair; • Operate vehicles and equipment to aid in diagnostics, pick up and deliver vehicles and parts; • Inventory, order and control tools, supplies and materials for the workshop, research, compare, and locate parts, equipment and vehicles; • Perform general overhaul and repair work at off site locations and at the Council Workshop on petrol, diesel or alternative fuel and electric powered engines such as, but not limited to: Trucks Vans Jeeps Rollers Semi Trailers Tractors Tar Tankers and Sprayers Velocity Patchers Loading Shovels Graders Manual Patchers Teleporters Chip Spreaders Salt Spreaders Lawnmowers Road marking plant Brine Saturation Stations Other mechanical and equipment Winter maintenance plant Equipment and equipment • Inspect, adjust and replace necessary units and related parts including valves, hoses, belts and alternators; • Repair cooling, fuel, electrical and exhaust systems, tune engines using standard testing equipment; • Clean and maintain the workshop area and equipment; • Carefully maintain records, including electronic records, on all maintenance and repair work performed, track service dates, and warranties for all vehicles; • Be available for out of hours emergencies; • Keep records of jobs and materials used as required for costing purposes and furnish such records and reports as directed by the supervisor; • Be responsible for custody of materials, tools and equipment in their care; • Operate such systems, including information technology, if necessary to achieve maximum efficiency in the position; • The driving of appropriate Council vehicles; • Carry out building maintenance as required; • Comply with requirements of Monaghan County Council Corporate Safety Statement, the Department Safety Statement and all legislation and regulations as may be in force from time to time, including any such policies introduced by Monaghan County Council; • Operate any machinery, appliances, equipment and associated items as required including operating existing technology and any new technology that may be introduced in the future and be responsible for such items under their control; • Undergo training at assigned destinations in relation to new systems, processes, devices and equipment and utilise such systems, processes, devices and equipment in the course of work; • Ensure that the statutory Health and Safety requirements and Monaghan County Council procedures are complied with in the machinery yard workshop and other work areas; • Support and participate in the establishment and maintenance of improved standards and quality initiatives; • Complete such risk assessments and risk assessment reports as are required for compliance with the Council Safety, Health, and Welfare Management System; • Co operate with the familiarisation or instruction of other employees where appropriate; • Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently; • Be available for the Winter Maintenance Roster; • Carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The above duties outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post and may be subject to review in the future. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the public, at all times in compliance with Monaghan County Council Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of the Machinery Yard Supervisor. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of the Mechanic and may be subject to change in the future. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above and to take instruction from and report to an appropriate officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to time by Monaghan County Council. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of an European Economic Area or United Kingdom or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an European Economic Area member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post: • Have a good standard of general education to enable the duties of the post to be performed to the satisfaction of the local authority; • Be a qualified Mechanic or Construction Plant Fitter and have served a recognised apprenticeship and obtained a minimum QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft or equivalent. Candidates must supply documentary evidence in support of this to the satisfaction of the Local Authority; • Have a minimum 4 years post apprenticeship experience from working in a recognised garage, with experience of service and repair of commercial or construction vehicles including diagnostics and wiring, electrical systems repair, overhaul of electric, petrol and diesel or alternative fuel engines, pumps and compressors, lightweight 2 and 4 stroke power plants, etc; • Be proficient in welding and fabrication techniques; • Hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving License; • Hold a current Safe Pass Card; • Have a satisfactory knowledge of Health and Safety responsibilities. Essential Requirements The ideal candidate should have the following essential skills: • Have good working knowledge of carrying out repair and maintenance and roadworthiness test preparation of a broad range of engineering plant and equipment including Heavy Goods Vehicle or Light Commercial Vehicle diesel or alternative fuel engine vehicles, road construction or maintenance equipment and loaders, diesel or alternative fuel, electric and petrol engines; • Have experience and knowledge of vehicle electrics, electronics, diagnostics, instrumentation, pneumatics and hydraulics systems; • Have experience and knowledge of the repair, maintenance and preparation of Heavy Goods Vehicles and Light Commercial Vehicles for roadworthiness tests; • Hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving License; • Have a good knowledge and understanding of the importance of health and safety legislation and requirements; • Have capacity to engage with others to deliver successful outcomes; • Have good communications and interpersonal skills. Desirable Requirements It would be desirable for each candidate to: • Have experience in the use of computers; • Have sufficient knowledge and experience to exercise initiative and good judgement; • Have the ability to use technology; • Be highly motivated and flexible; • Have the ability to plan and manage workloads; • Have the ability to work on own initiative. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Applicants called for interview will be required to demonstrate the following competencies. Communications and Teamwork • Take pride in the quality of service delivered and seeks to improve it; • Relate well to others and maintains positive working relationships; • Have effective written and verbal skills; • Ability to articulate; • Work as part of a team to ensure delivery of plans and schedules; • Have a strong team ethic of co operation, mutual support and flexibility to meet evolving service needs. Knowledge and Experience in Mechanics • Can demonstrate relevant work experience in a similar work environment; • Can demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge; • Can demonstrate a range of vehicles previously worked on. Delivering Results • Takes responsibility for delivering quality work in a timely manner; • Assesses and prioritises workloads; • Flexibility in approach to work; • Uses initiative and is self motivated when required; • Adapts quickly to change and new ways of doing things; • Have good problem solving skills. Personal Effectiveness • Be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities; • Be positively motivated to deliver a quality service; • Adopt a positive and constructive approach to work; • Have strong attention to detail; • Manage time and workload effectively; • Keep up to date with the latest developments on vehicles and maintenance. PRINCIPAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS The Competition Monaghan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and temporary vacancies for the post of Mechanic shall be filled. The position or positions shall be whole time, permanent or temporary and pensionable. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a Local Authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of the local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his or her duties as a local authority employee. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The salary scale for the post is: €806.10 - €828.58 - €882.60 - €888.20 - €893.69 - €899.26 - €904.80 - €910.35 - €915.89 - €921.45 - €926.96 Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage. Probation Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold such position on probation. (b) Such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period. (c) Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Hours of Duty Core hours of work shall be a 39 hour week. Normal working hours are 8.00 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.00 am to 3.30 pm on Friday, with a half hour lunch break each day, or such hours as may from time to time be prescribed. The hours of work will be such as may be assigned by the County Council in its absolute discretion. The person employed will be expected to report to their place of work, or pick up point, by their own means of transport. The post holder may be required to work overtime depending on work requirements and be available to respond to call outs outside of normal working hours at the request of his or her Line Manager or persons appointed to positions of authority. Where possible the post holder will be notified in advance. Overtime will be paid at approved rates. Annual Leave Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for Public Holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. The annual leave entitlement will be 25 days per annum. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he or she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Garda Vetting and Child Protection The successful candidate or candidates may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures and will be required to complete Appendix V of the County Council Child Protection Policy. Residence The successful candidate or candidates shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. Training Successful candidates will be required to attend and participate in training programmes as may be decided by the local authority relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attached to the post and to apply their learning in the course of their working activities. The successful candidate for this post shall undertake training for Health and Safety, technical skills and general performance as required. Driver Licence The holder of the post shall hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving License. The successful candidate will be required to provide their own transport in the course of their duties and maintain the vehicle to the satisfaction of the local authority. Monaghan County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on the insurance policy. Offer of Appointment Monaghan County Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month from the date on which the offer is made. If he or she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint him or her. Assignment Monaghan County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. References All appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references.
ICT Officer
Main Duties Support the ICT Manager for the efficient and effective delivery of the ICT service across the following key IT areas: • Security and Infrastructure (cyber security, IT network management, infrastructure projects, infrastructure contract management, disaster recovery and business continuity); • Support (2nd and 3rd level ICT support, day to day priorities, departmental key performance indicators, asset management, conferencing); and • Operational Systems Development (systems management, software contract management, service level agreements, digital transformation). Systems Maintenance and Support: Assist in maintaining, troubleshooting and supporting various business support systems, including the ERP system. Raise tickets and implement advice from the ERP support provider to address system related issues. Policies and Procedures: Assist with the development, delivery and review of policies and procedures for ICT, pursuing best practice, continual improvement and innovation. Advice and Guidance: Provide expert advice to senior officers and directorates on ICT related matters. Project Management: Responsible for the project management and delivery of the relevant ICT projects as directed. Business Process Improvement: Participate in identifying opportunities for process improvements, contributing ideas and assisting in implementing solutions to enhance operations. System Upgrades and Implementation: Work alongside the Business Systems Manager to evaluate, plan, schedule, track progress and implement system upgrades, configurations or new system implementations. Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse data from systems to generate insights and produce accurate customised reports for users of the system. Gather requirements from users of the system and assist in developing and designing reports that meet their needs. Training and Development: Take a lead role in the embedding and cascading of ICT training and best practice using both traditional and new delivery methods and proactively promote new initiatives such as Digital Transformation. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to provide updates on system related matters, address issues and provide guidance and support. Documentation and Maintenance of Procedures: Maintain up to date documentation for procedures related to the relevant systems and regularly update documentation to reflect changes and improvements. Compliance and Risk Management: Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, policies and procedures and implement measures to mitigate risks associated with business support services and systems. Customer Service: Manage and promote a high level of internal and external customer service including, as appropriate, taking ownership of customer queries and complaints and following issues through to completion. Confidentiality and Reputation of Council: Ensure correspondence, systems and records are always maintained with confidentiality and discretion and follow General Data Protection Regulation requirements. Undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the Council. Recruitment and Selection: Participate as directed in the Council’s recruitment and selection procedures. Council Policies and Legislation: Ensure that all duties and responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures and any relevant legislation and regulation. Other: Undertake any other duties which may be required in line with the level of the post as required. Closing Caveat The responsibilities set out in this document, in the advertisement and any additional information are intended to provide a representation of the work you will carry out. It is not possible to include everything you will be asked to undertake and we expect all colleagues to work flexibly according to business needs and to embrace the opportunities offered by the Council to enhance your own development. Your skills, abilities and training needs will be considered and discussed with you when any significant changes to your role are needed. In line with our flexible approach, you may be required to work from home for a proportion of your time or from any of the Council’s sites across the Borough. The Council values the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and, as an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from individuals across all aspects of our community. We will support you where you need it by implementing reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform your role. Qualifications and Training Applicants must: • Have a degree in ICT and can demonstrate 2 years’ experience in the areas below; OR • Demonstrate 4 years’ experience in the areas below. Experience • Managing and monitoring information technology projects and delivering complex information systems to meet corporate priorities, improve customer access and deliver improvements; • Effectively managing and implementing change, supporting individuals and teams as required; • Working effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders to establish, maintain and support the delivery of organisational outcomes. Behavioural Competencies These competencies are the top 6 competencies from the Operational Level of the Local Government Competency Framework which have been identified and prioritised for effective performance in this role. 1.3 Managing Performance: Sets clear, aligned, high standard performance goals and objectives for self, others and the organisation. 2.3 Communicating with Impact: Presents a positive image by communicating effectively, being resilient and treating people fairly. 3.3 Meeting Customer Needs: Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met. 4.1 Problem Solving and Decision Making: Gathers information from a range of sources. Analyses information to identify problems and issues. Makes effective decisions and recommendations based on resolution agreement within an environment of trust, mutual respect and co operation. 4.2 Managing Change: Promotes change effectively and ensures that changes are delivered in line with organisational goals. 4.4 Continuously Improving Services: Seeks to continually improve the services and processes that impact on users. Transport A full current driving licence valid in the United Kingdom and access to a vehicle, OR Have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post. This applies only to applicants who have a disability under the Disability Discrimination Act. Working Arrangements and Flexibility This requires attendance at evening meetings for which flexible working is required within the contracted hours. 37 hours per week Monday to Friday. The post holder may be required to work outside of normal office hours as required.
Tourism Advisor
A permanent vacancy currently exists within Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for the following posts and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates:- Tourism Advisor 37 hours per week Scale 4, SCP 9-13, Currently £27,254 - £29,064. Location: Carrickfergus Castle Visitor Information Centre MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB Provide a customer focused service to visitors to the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) within Carrickfergus Castle commensurate with the standards expected of a first class visitor attraction. Successful candidates will undertake a wide range of duties associated with the Visitor Information Centre including general administrative duties, dealing with visitor enquiries, retail and actively promoting local and regional tourism. PLEASE NOTE : Only application forms containing all the information, which has been sought, will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. Applications will only be accepted on the application forms provided; Curriculum Vitaes will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday, 09 March 2026 at 4.00pm.
School Transport Escort
In accordance with Department of Education and Skills guidelines regarding the revision of pay for all staff paid directly by a recognised school or ETB, the following are the revised hourly rates for School Bus Escorts. Hourly Rate The hourly rate effective from 1st October 2020 is €13.40. Holiday Pay Holiday pay will continue to be paid at 8%. The revised hourly rate, inclusive of holiday pay, will be €14.47 (€13.40 + 8%) with effect from 1st October 2020. RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN ESCORT • Must ensure that they are on the bus at time of first pick up and last set down. • Are responsible for the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to stop and move off. • Assisting children to board and alight safely from the school bus. • Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps and harnesses where provided. • Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at the set down point. DUTIES OF AN ESCORT • Supervision of children travelling on the bus. • Maintain a good working relationship with the driver of the bus. • Act as liaison between Principal and or Class Teacher and parents when required, i.e. conveyance of messages and letters to parents. • Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work. • Be aware of particular disabilities of children on the bus and be briefed by the Principal on how to deal with same, e.g. epilepsy etc. • Perform any other duties relevant to the position of escort which may be assigned by the Principal from time to time. • Unless under exceptional circumstances, the escort should never leave the bus. • The escort’s position on the bus should be where maximum control of children is achieved, i.e. at back of bus. • Report all concerns to the Principal and or Class Teacher.
Grade VIII Records Manager
Purpose of Role The post holder will report to the ICT Data & Analytics Manager Reporting Relationship This Records Management Lead is responsible for leading the development and implementation of records management policy as well as establishing a new national office (the Office of the File Registry) to provide records related expertise and operational services across the Agency. Duties and Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities • Provide strategic leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of records management policies, standards, and best practices across all services. • Develop and maintain comprehensive records management guidelines, ensuring staff have access to appropriate training, resources, and supports. • Lead the implementation of the new national records management service partner, including the national scanning service and the single offsite storage solution for all Tusla records. • Oversee the migration of all Tusla records from the existing network of ten vendors to the new national offsite storage partner, ensuring a secure, efficient, and compliant transition. • Oversee the development, maintenance, and application of records classification and retention policies for all record types processed by the Agency. • Lead the delivery of a programme of scanning and digitising legacy paper records to support modernisation and improved service delivery. Managing & Delivering Results (Operational Excellence) • Ensure that policies and procedures are aligned with best practice, are well documented, and communicated to others. • Ensure that assigned projects are managed in line with stated objectives and within specified budgets and timelines. • Implement agreed changes in a co operative and supportive manner, finding innovative ways to deliver service improvements within resource limitations. • Develop appropriate project methodologies and establish working practices that promote cross functional team working. • Work with other Directorate and Tusla Senior Managers in the implementation and rollout of new developments, with a particular emphasis on consistency and alignment across the system and reference to best practice, outcome measures, and value for money. Teamwork, Leadership & Building and Maintaining Relations • Share information with the wider team as appropriate. • Be accountable for own work and that of others as appropriate. • Work on own initiative as well as part of a wider team. • Co operate and work in harmony with other teams and disciplines. • Lead by example, motivate and encourage others, and build team commitment. • Deal with under performance in a timely and constructive manner. Finance & Human Resources • Monitor budgets and expenditure. • Develop and support business cases for new resources etc. • Support HR processes within the Directorate. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Be flexible and adaptable in his or her approach to work, embrace change, and adapt work practices accordingly. • Promote and maintain a quality customer focused environment. • Monitor efficiency within own area of responsibility and take remedial action or notify supervisor as appropriate. • Continuously seek to improve systems and processes. Education & Training • Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. • Engage in career and professional development planning. • Oversee the provision of a framework for the promotion of staff development and training by making recommendations with regard to the ongoing education, mentoring, training, and in service needs of the inspection and monitoring team. • Pursue continuous professional development in order to develop professional knowledge and keep updated with current and relevant HR legislation. • Provide training within the team and region to share knowledge of relevant HR procedures and processes. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines, and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations, and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service, for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care, and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Support, promote, and actively participate in sustainable energy, water, and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon, and efficient health service. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him or her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and or Experience Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Have a third level qualification in an ICT, Data, or Social Work related discipline. • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a data or records management related role. • Experience in developing records management related policy and related documentation. • Have project management experience. Health A candidate 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. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Skills, Competencies and or Knowledge Tusla Leadership Competency Framework The Tusla Leadership Competency Framework describes the behaviours that are key to Tusla colleagues being effective in the execution of their role at all levels within the Agency. The competencies and associated behavioural descriptors capture the transversal knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics that will enable colleagues, regardless of role or rank, to be effective in their work. The Tusla Leadership Framework relevant for this role is Leading the Service. Please access this link Leading the Service to fully familiarise yourself with the impact of this Leading the Service proficiency for Tusla. The Competency of Professional Knowledge is specifically linked to the duties, responsibilities, and criteria for this role. Other Requirements of the Role • The post holder will require access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel. • Have awareness of children and young people’s participatory practice. Application Process Campaign Specific Selection Process Shortlisting and Interview The online application system has a time out facility. This is in order to protect the privacy of the user. This time out facility activates if the application has been dormant for over 60 minutes. Any work not saved will be lost if the system times out due to lack of activity. As such, please ensure to save your application as you work on it. Any lost data cannot be recovered. It might be an idea for candidates to work on their applications outside of the system and copy and paste their answers into the online application forms once they are fully complete and submit then. Once your application is fully submitted you will receive a confirmation email to your profile. If you do not receive this email, your application has not been submitted and received and you should log back on to submit fully. AI generated content must not be used in your application. Tusla reserves the right to assess if content in applications is likely created by AI in part or in whole. Use of AI may result in disqualification and exclusion from the recruitment process. Short listing may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application. The criteria for short listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the shortlisting stage of this process (where applied) will be called forward to interview. Code of Practice The Recruitment Service Child and Family Agency will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity, and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.cpsa.ie Tusla Child and Family Agency is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Tenure The current vacancy available is temporary and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration will be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at expression of interest stage for each individual post. The purpose of this campaign is to fill immediate urgent vacancies and it is expected that panel placements will cease if expressions are not received within the appropriate processes. Appointment as an employee of the Child and Family Agency is governed by the Child and Family Agency Act 2013 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004. Remuneration The Salary scale for the whole time equivalent of this post is: 01/08/2025: €82,258, €82,997, €86,243, €89,502, €92,736, €95,983, €99,213 LSIs (Long Service Increments) are represented by emboldened figures. 1st LSI is paid after 3 years on the maximum, the 2nd LSI after 3 years on LSI 1, and the 3rd LSI after 3 years on the 2nd LSI where applicable. The appointee shall commence on the first point of the salary scale. Incremental credit may be given on appointment for certain types of relevant experience. More information is available in Appendix 5. Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum point of the scale and will not be subject to negotiation, and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if the appointee is currently a serving civil or public servant. Working Week The standard working week applying to the whole time equivalent of this post is 35 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the whole time equivalent of this post is 30 days per annum. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with Tusla. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Probation A probation period of 39 weeks, or proportion of same for fixed term or specified purpose contracts where applicable, shall apply from the commencement of employment, during which the contract may be terminated by either party in accordance with this contract. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of management by a further 9 weeks or proportion of same for fixed term or specified purpose contracts where applicable. Confirmation of appointment as a permanent member of staff is subject to the successful completion of the probationary period for permanent contracts. Where you have already completed a probationary period with the Child and Family Agency, Health Service Executive, or Local Authority, and there is no break in service, no period of probation applies.
Youth Housing Worker
Youth Housing Worker (Bank) Do you have 3 months’ paid work experience or 6 months voluntary work experience supporting people in a caring role? Downpatrick, Lisburn and Newry Supported Housing Services provide housing for young people who are homeless or leaving care to make the transition to independent living and their own tenancy. Youth Housing Workers (Bank) provide shift cover, as an accessible point of contact on night shifts and weekends. With a range of sleeping and waking shifts available, supported housing staff promote the protection and safeguarding of young people living at MACS. Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS for more information or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CVs submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. We will review applications daily and if successfully shortlisted, will be in touch as soon as possible if we’d like to invite you for interview. Please note that successful applicants will be required to attend a mandatory training session, email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. Closing Date: Monday 30th March 2026 at 9.30am. We are currently recruiting for multiple roles across various locations. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close once positions in each location have been successfully filled. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check. MACS is dedicated to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
Crew Commander And
We are Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) and we are ‘Safer Together’. We are proud to deliver a fire and rescue service and work in partnership with others to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community. We value our people and are committed to the principle of equal treatment for all applicants for employment irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, religion or political opinion. We would like to invite applications for an Accelerated Promotion and Succession Planning Process within the Learning & Development College. The entry level for this opportunity is Crew Commander. Successful candidates will be allocated a position in either Operational Training, Incident Command or Quality & Improvement and postings will be based on the operational needs of the Service. After 24 months, candidates will progress to Watch Commander in the Learning & Development College dependent upon the accomplishment of set Criteria. Depending on your posting, additional training may be required e.g. Incident Command and Quality & Improvement Successful candidates must provide a minimum commitment of 5 years’ service within the Learning & Development College. This is to ensure the continued delivery of NIFRS courses and help develop, support and progress candidates towards future Station Commander, Learning & Development College opportunities. Personnel who do not complete the 5-year commitment and exit the program will revert to their original role. It should also be noted that individuals need to complete and pass the specific elements outlined in Appendix 2 - 4. Failure to complete these elements may result in personnel being removed from the program and reverting to their original role. In a circumstance where an opportunity to complete a particular training element has not been provided by NIFRS, the individual will not be penalised but will have to complete that element at the next opportunity. All candidates must possess or attain a minimum ICV Level 1 Incident Command assessment prior to appointment and will be expected to successfully complete Level 1 Incident Command qualification within the first 12 months of appointment if not already held. Successful candidates will not be eligible for temporary promotions or secondments for the duration of the Development Programme required commitment of 5 years’ service within Learning & Development. Please note: the duties and responsibilities of these posts may be subject to change. Following initial appointments, a 12-month reserve list will be created to fill any additional vacancies Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Thursday 12th March 2026. NIFRS is currently under represented by females and applications from this group are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Care Assistant
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Limerick Region Applications are invited for the following positions across our services CARE ASSISTANT Work Locations: Limerick City / Doon / Foynes Permanent and Relief contracts available Day and Night shifts are available Panels will 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. Care Assistant 13-point scale €34,536 - €47,954 (pro-rata) Working with Brothers of Charity Ireland Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: · Competitive Rates of Pay · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Leave · Employee Assistance Programs The role of a Care Assistant Care Assistants provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. This role comprises two main elements. Firstly the Care Assistant is responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Care Assistant role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with development on Individual Plan's and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration All applicants are required to : · Have a minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in an appropriate or relevant field · Hold a full manual driving license which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Senior Psychologists
. Applications are invited for the following post Senior Psychologists (2 posts) – Ref: 93542 (12/2026) Permanent Full-Time 35 hours per week Children’s Disability Network Team 7 – East Cork City based in Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork. & Temporary Part-Time (0.7 wte - 49 hours per week) for one year Children’s Disability Network Team 7 – East Cork City based in Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork. JOB SUMMARY These two posts are Children’s Disability Networks 7 East Cork City based in Carrigtwohill The post holders will be working as part of an interdisciplinary team providing supports to children and young people, 0-18yrs and their families. The criteria for CNDT is children with complex needs arising from a disability, where those needs require the support of an interdisciplinary disability team. This might include children with intellectual, physical, sensory disability, Autism and children at risk of or query developmental delay. These teams are under the national model of service provision “Progressing Disability Services for Children and Young People” lead by the HSE. The successful candidate will be employed by the Corlann South Services (formally Brothers of Charity). Assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions are provided in the context of an interdisciplinary team. The CDNT aims to maximise the child/ young adult’s full potential and works within the context of the family and community, empowering and supporting parents/care givers and family members . The Candidate: Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc Candidates must have professional qualification as per the Department of Health guidelines See job description for full criteria. Have a university degree or diploma (QQI Level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject, AND Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology OR An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health. AND Applicants must have at least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the post-graduate professional qualification and no less than two years full-time spent in post-qualification experience as a professional psychologist. Years in excess of the permitted three years for completion of the post-graduate training or time not worked will not be taken into consideration when assessing the five years’ experience requirement. Driving Licence Must have a full driving license and means of transport which qualifies you to drive on Irish roads. 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: €99,488 - €116,942 including 2 LSI’s (DOH Consolidated Scales 1/2/26)per annum and pro-rata for part-time role * 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. Reporting to: Children’s Disability Network Manager. The Head of Discipline will provide clinical supervision. Informal enquiries to: Roz Fitzgerald, Children’s Disability Network Manager, CDNT Network 7. Tel: +353 87 1140743 (e-mail: Cdnt7manager@corlann.ie Or Dr. Mark Quinn, Head of Psychology Department, Tel: +353 21 4556200, e-mail: mark.quinn@corlann.ie The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 8th March 2026 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below The Corlann Service is an equal opportunities employer
