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Remuneration Salary range for this position is €16.22 – €18.03 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.68 p/h Sunday - from €24.81 p/h Public Holidays - from €33.08 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees Overall Purpose of Job The purpose of the role is to enable the Service User to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Service Users.. Liaison -There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff . Training and Qualifications, required Full Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award. Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English Full driver's licence and access to your own car ( essential) . Behaviours Person centred approach ·An ability to build strong relationships Strong customer service focus Flexible approach to work High level of confidentiality Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Planning and Organising Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Checkout Operator
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Checkout Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a retail role is desirable Ability to balance tills Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Use a computerised till system that has a barcode scanner Weigh and price products such as fruit and vegetables Check customers` ages for restrictions on items such as alcohol Pack customer€,,s purchases Process store loyalty cards, coupons and vouchers Take payments and make sure the till balances at the end of the day Spend time away from the till, stocking shelves and checking stock Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times Attend and engage in team meetings and implement any learnings
Driver
Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Driver (Permanent Part Time; 37.5 hours over two weeks, working a 5 days on, 5 days off rotation from Thursday to Wednesday) to join our Children & Family team in Kildare Day Care Centre. The post holder will have responsibility to further the work of the SVP in the Day Care Centre in Kildare, by ensuring the smooth transportation of users of the Centre to and from their homes while also assisting in the delivery of Meals on Wheels on a daily basis. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications • Full Clean D1 License and CPC licence is essential. • A First Aid qualification would be desirable. Experience • 1 years + driving experience with D1 licence and CPC licence is essential. • Experience of working with the elderly or vulnerable people would be desirable. • Experience of conducing regular road worthiness inspections of vehicles is desirable. Knowledge • Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. • Knowledge of needs and issues of the poor, elderly and disadvantaged. • Good knowledge of street and area locations within the Kildare area would be desirable. Skills • Excellent organisation skills. • Be customer focused with strong interpersonal skills. • Possess good problem-solving skills. • Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team. • Be able to establish and maintain working relationships on an ongoing basis.
School Transport Bus Escort
Purpose of Job: To assist ASD student/s from home to school on a daily basis Responsible to: School Principal or another designated officer The responsibilities and duties listed below are general in scope and are not meant to be exhaustive in relation to the work to be undertaken by a School Transport Bus Escort Responsibilities • Must ensure that they are on the bus/taxi 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/taxi. • Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps or harnesses where provided. • Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at the set down point. • The Escort is expected to participate in training which will be provided from time to time Duties • Supervision of children travelling on bus/taxi. • Maintain a good working relationship with the driver of the bus/taxi. • Act as liaison between Principal and/or Class Teacher and parents when required i.e. conveyance of messages or letters to parents. • Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work. • Be aware of particular disabilities of children on the bus/taxi 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/taxi. • The Escorts position on the bus should be where maximum control of children is achieved i.e. at back of bus/taxi. • Report all concerns to the Principal and/or Class Teacher. Person Specification Essential Criteria • The minimum required standard of education for appointment to the post of Transport Escort is:- o A FETAC Level 3 major qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications, OR o A minimum of three grade Ds in the Junior Certificate, OR o Equivalent. • Understands the importance of supporting children with special educational needs in order to facilitate their attendance at school. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to ensure positive and effective relationships with principal/class teacher, driver, parents, students and other relevant stakeholders. • Have a calm, patient and sensitive attitude. Desirable: • Qualification/certificate in the area of: Special Needs Assistant / Childcare. • Experience of working with children with special needs. General Terms and Conditions of Employment • Remuneration: The rate of pay is currently €15.82 per hour + holiday pay and is subject to the conditions set out by the Department of Education from time to time. Hourly rate of pay is €15.82 per hour, see Appendix 3 of Circular 0020/2025. Holiday pay is calculated at a rate of 8% of the hourly rate. This equates to €1.27 (€15.82 x 8%). Holiday pay is paid as a separate payment during Christmas, Easter and summer breaks. Bus Escorts are entitled to claim social welfare entitlements during summer closures • Garda Vetting: The appointment is subject to Kildare and Wicklow ETB receiving a satisfactory evetting disclosure from the National Vetting Bureau. General Guidelines • Please read the application form carefully and ensure it is completed as comprehensively as possible. • All sections of the application form must be completed in full. • All information must be set out on the official application form. If required, additional pages may be used. Additional cv will not be accepted. • Late applications will not be accepted. Reasonable Accommodation Statement Kildare and Wicklow Education and Training Board (KWETB) is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all applicants, learners, and staff. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We actively support the development and employment of people with disabilities and promote diversity and inclusion throughout the organisation. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998–2015, we are committed to ensuring that candidates with disabilities are treated fairly, have the opportunity to perform at their best and that all recruitment processes are based on merit. We provide positive support to candidates who disclose a disability and ensure that requests for reasonable accommodations are assessed through a collaborative, transparent, and consistently applied process. Reasonable accommodations are adjustments or supports that help remove barriers for individuals with disabilities, without imposing a disproportionate burden on an organisation. Examples of reasonable accommodations may include: • Providing accessible interview locations or online interview options • Supplying materials in alternative formats (e.g. large print, Braille, or digital) • Allowing additional time for interviews, assessments, or tests • Modifying workspaces for accessibility • Adjusting work schedules or offering remote working options • Providing assistive technology or software • Arranging for an Irish sign language interpreter or personal assistant during interviews or training
Facilitator
Facilitator - Day service Celbridge, Co. Kildare 24 hours per week minimum Job reference: FPT_CELB_0408 Essential criteria for the position of Facilitator: Full Job Specification available on request Autism A Chara does not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies, any CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be deleted and not considered.
Sales Assistant
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. Maxi Zoo Ireland are currently recruiting for a Part Time Sales Assistant for our Naas store. Why join us?
