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St Caimin’s Community School invites applications for the permanent position of a Grade III Officer. This is a full-time permanent position, 35 hours per week. St Caimin’s Community School is a co-educational school with an enrolment of 790 students. Purpose of the role: The Clerical Officer is at the centre of the administrative hub of the school and school community and works closely with the Principal, senior management team, teachers, other non-teaching staff, students, and parents, taking responsibility for a broad variety of important secretarial and administrative support functions, and coordinating the workflow and wide range of activities processed through the administration office. THE DUTIES OF THE CLERICAL OFFICER SHALL INCLUDE: FINANCE • Monitor, control, and reconcile all financial allocations to the school (e.g., Main School Budget, Free Book Scheme, Exam Fee Scheme, Special Technology Grants, Junior Cycle, Leaving Certificate Applied, Mock and Practical exams, In-service). • Check and ensure the accuracy of traders’ accounts, part-time teachers, teachers claim forms, travel claims, petty cash returns, postal franking machines, and expenses for Board of Management members. • Ensure all payments to the school are recorded, receipted, reconciled, and lodged to the appropriate bank accounts. • Check and ensure accuracy of trader’s accounts, part-time teachers and teacher’s claims forms, travel forms, franking machines, and expenses for Board of Management members. • Monitor and control the school’s cash flow. • Preparation and administration of payroll and pension administration. • Co-operate with existing and new finance systems. • Prepare reports for the Principal and Finance Committee as required. • Assist in preparation for year-end audit. • Liaise with Financial Support Services Unit on financial matters and outsourcing companies regarding maintenance and other contracts. • Reconcile and prepare all revenue and other statutory online returns. PERSONNEL • Support the administration for the recruitment and appointment process for teachers, SNAs and other staff in accordance with the procedures, including placing advertisements, correspondence with candidates, preparing interview related paperwork and ensuring that the recruitment and selection process is documented. • Liaise and assist various employment schemes in a complementary capacity subject to National Policy and local agreements. • Provide assistance with the appointment of teachers and non-teaching staff. • Maintain school personnel files. Ensure all staff files are accurately and securely maintained in line with Data Protection legislation. • Maintain teacher attendance records and the consequential work that arises when part-time teachers undertake substitution work. RECEPTION DUTIES • Meet all visitors (parents, officials, community leaders, etc.). • Process incoming and outgoing communications – emails, mail, fax, telephone, ensuring that all information is conveyed to the appropriate persons. SECRETARIAL DUTIES • All school secretarial work, emails, typing, filing, copying, etc. • Board of Management affairs – issuing agendas, attending meetings, producing minutes, providing all necessary documentation to Board members, and submitting copies of minutes to the Department of Education. • Maintaining all items of office equipment. SECRETARY TO PRINCIPAL • Secretarial and administrative functions on behalf of the Principal in their role as School Principal and Secretary to Board of Management. • Maintain, on behalf of the Principal, all confidential items relating to the administration and management of the school. • Advise the Principal on the administrative implications of proposed policy changes. PROCUREMENT • Maintain school order books, acquiring tenders, submit requisitions to the Principal for approval and ensure goods ordered are delivered in good condition as per specifications. Manage ordering of materials in accordance with school guidelines and procurement frameworks as required. • Provide administrative support for school extra-curricular and fundraising events. ADMISSIONS AND EXAMINATIONS • Administer and prepare documentation in connection with new admissions, including communication with parents, subject option forms, booklists, and preparation for open days and evenings. • Collate and provide administrative support with examination papers (scientific symbols, etc.), reproducing papers and ensuring that all papers are treated in a secure and confidential manner. • Provide administrative support for school timetables, result sheets, attendance sheets, and student results. RECORDS AND RETURNS • Compile and maintain a student database management system. Support the use of VSWare, Advanced or other school system and PPOD. • Prepare and submit all returns to the Department of Education and Youth and other statutory bodies. • Prepare and submit ad hoc returns to the Department of Education and Youth. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY • Acceptance and co-operation with operating IT, finance and administration systems approved by school management, which are designed to enhance management information services, and participating in training courses as required. HEALTH AND SAFETY • Co-operate fully with health and safety procedures and play an active role insofar as the position allows. OUTSIDE AGENCIES • Liaise with outside agencies – local primary and post primary schools, Department of Education and Youth, ETBs, sporting organisations, community groups, local employers, government schemes, etc. Qualifications, Skills, and Experience required: • Previous experience in an administration role. • Knowledge of managing accounts, budgeting, and preparing financial reports. • Knowledge and experience of accounts software package(s). • Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and MS Office package. • Ability to communicate well (both written and oral), including with staff, parents, and students. • Ability to complete tasks to deadline. • Well organised with experience in developing efficient administrative systems. • Capacity to build positive working relationships with senior management and colleagues in the school. • An understanding of working in a school environment desirable. Please note: • Garda vetting will apply in respect of this position. • The successful applicant will be required to complete a medical examination by the school’s medical advisor. • References will be sought following the interview process. Location: St. Caimins’ Community School, Shannon, Co. Clare Nature of the Post: Permanent position with a 12-month probationary period. Reporting Relationship: The Clerical Officer will report on a day-to-day basis to the Principal. Salary: Grade III (new entrants salary scale is €31,619 - €48,925 LSI). Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Healthcare Assistant
Beechfield Care Group are currently looking to recruit Health Care Assistant to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Woodlands House Nursing Home, Dillons Land, Trim Road, Navan C15 V585. We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath and Kildare. Our mission is to supply the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. About Woodlands House Woodlands House was built in 1917 in the Georgian style and was used to serve the needs of the local Church of Ireland clergy as a rectory for the Canon. The building has operated as a Nursing Home since the early 1980s and a major refurbishment was completed in 2017. It now provides 24 hour nursing care for 36 residents in single and double ensuite rooms. For rest and relaxation, Woodlands House provides a range of day rooms including dining rooms, lounges, a sun room, and a general activities room available for residents and their relatives to celebrate special events. An internal secure and sunny courtyard provides a pleasant outdoor sitting area. About the Role The Health Care Assistant is a key member of the multi-disciplinary team responsible for the care of our residents. The HCA helps, supports and directs personal care required to maximise the independence and wellbeing of our residents, including looking after their physical, emotional, and cultural needs. Role Responsibilities Undertake hygiene and dress care functions for residents. Safe manual handling and transfer of residents within the nursing home. Delivery of food to and feeding of residents. Return of used trays and dishes to the kitchen, leaving residents and their rooms neat and tidy. Bed making and linen changes. Provide incontinence and toilet care to residents, including emptying commodes and replacing catheter bags. Assist trained nurses with provision of psychological and social support as needed. Maintain continuous vigilance towards dignity, comfort, safety, and whereabouts of residents. Ensure continuous adherence to hygiene, health, and safety regulations. Carry out any other duties as required. Great benefits on offer Paid breaks Meals on site Paid training Free parking Flexible working hours Education and development with paid QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support modules Summer and Christmas parties Access to pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Long service, employee recognition and appreciation awards Desirable Elder care experience QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support
Part Qualified Accountant
About the Role: We have an immediate vacancy for a Part‑Qualified Accountant to join our Finance Team based at our Head Office in Mallow, Co. Cork. This role forms part of our structured training programme, which offers broad-based, hands-on experience in a supportive and encouraging learning environment. As a Part‑Qualified Accountant, you will assist the Finance Team across a wide range of accounting and financial activities. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical, real‑world experience while developing your technical and professional skills. You will work closely with experienced accountants and finance professionals to support the organisation’s financial operations and contribute to its continued success. In addition, you will receive full support towards progressing or completing your professional accountancy qualification. Key Responsibilities: We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels. If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know. Speak to our recruiting team on 022-31200 or email jobs@epswater.com. Equal Opportunity Statement - EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer. Company Profile Since 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe. We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end-to-end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market leading and ground breaking technologies to Ireland and working to improve the country's water infrastructure. Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer’s outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.
Group Human Resource Manager
Fota Island Resort and The Kingsley are seeking an experienced and dynamic Multi Property HR Manager to lead the people strategy across our growing hotel group. This role will support both properties ensuring best-in-class HR practices that enhance employee engagement, support operational excellence, and drive a strong culture of service. The successful candidate will partner with senior leadership and hotel management teams to deliver strategic HR initiatives while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and hospitality industry best practice. Responsibilities · Develop and implement the Group HR strategy aligned with business goals. · Partner with senior leadership and General Managers across the hotel portfolio. · Support organisational development and workforce planning across all properties. · Oversee recruitment strategies across all hotels and departments. · Develop talent pipelines and succession planning programmes. · Manage onboarding processes to ensure a consistent and positive employee experience. · Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, and performance management. · Promote a positive workplace culture and support employee engagement initiatives. · Design and implement learning and development programmes. · Support leadership development across management teams. · Ensure training compliance within hospitality standards. · Ensure all HR policies comply with employment legislation. · Maintain HR systems, reporting, and HR analytics. · Oversee payroll coordination and benefits administration. · Champion company values and employee wellbeing initiatives. · Drive retention strategies across the group. What we are looking for: · Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management · CIPD Membership · Proven senior HR leadership experience within a multi-property environment. · Strong commercial acumen, able to link people strategy to business outcomes and profitability in a hospitality setting. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and build strong relationships in a diverse workforce. · Experience in designing and delivering high-impact learning initiatives and leadership development programmes. · Excellent Coaching and problem solving skills · Strong knowledge of Irish employment legislation, best-practice HR frameworks and modern people-management approaches. · Demonstrated expertise in managing change, fostering culture, and driving employee engagement in dynamic service organisations. · A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work proactively across functions and contribute to the leadership team
Civil Engineering Technician Apprentice
Are you passionate about engineering and ready to start your career with a dynamic and growing consultancy? MFA Consulting Engineers Ltd. is seeking a motivated First Year Civil Engineering Technician Apprentice to join our team in Ballina, Co. Mayo. MFA Consulting Engineers is a civil and structural engineering consultancy providing comprehensive design, project management, and technical services across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, energy, infrastructure, and public realm projects. Our work spans civil and structural design, water and wastewater systems, roads and drainage, statutory compliance, and planning and environmental support, all delivered with a focus on practical, sustainable, and efficient solutions. The Opportunity This apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with ATU and Generation Apprenticeship, giving you structured training and real-world experience in the engineering consultancy sector. As a first-year apprentice, you’ll be part of a supportive team where you’ll learn and contribute from day one. What You’ll Gain: A structured apprenticeship programme combining on-the-job experience with formal training through ATU and Generation Apprenticeship. One-to-one mentoring from an experienced engineer to guide your development. Support and collaboration with skilled engineers and technicians across a variety of projects. Practical exposure to civil engineering tasks, design software, and project delivery processes. What We’re Looking For: An enthusiastic and motivated individual with an interest in Civil Engineering. Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A commitment to developing technical and professional skills. Why Join MFA? At MFA, you’ll join a consultancy that values talent, innovation, and career growth. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on real projects that make a difference in communities while receiving tailored support to help you build a rewarding career in engineering.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: 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 Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Administrative Coordinator
Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way. The Team and the Role: We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Engineering Administrative Coordinator to serve as the operational backbone of our Cork Hardware Engineering site. This role is designed for a "force multiplier" —someone who can manage the logistics of a multi-disciplinary engineering environment (ME, GGE, CMF) while supporting the long-term strategic initiatives of the leadership team. You will balance high-stakes innovation funding compliance and internal/external visits with day-to-day administrative excellence, ensuring our engineers stay focused on building the future while you manage the machinery that makes it possible. Your Contribution: Be Yourself. Be Open. Stay Hungry and Humble. Collaborate. Challenge. Decide and just Do. Share our passion for Equality and the Environment. These are the behaviors and values you’ll need for success at Logitech. In this role you will: 1. Strategic Operations & Site Development
Service Administrator
We are looking for an organised and efficient Service Administrator, to join our busy Service and Repairs team based in Naas, Co. Kildare. Responsibilities:
Area Service Coordinator
About the Role: Due to continued and sustained growth, EPS Group is seeking an Area Service Coordinator to join our Service & Repair Team based in the Cork Region. As a complete end-to-end solutions provider, EPS Group is involved in the design, build, operation, and maintenance of water and wastewater assets and infrastructure across municipal (Local Authority) and industrial (Food and Beverage/Dairy/Pharmaceutical) markets. This role, based at our head office in Mallow, involves coordinating day-to-day services for site-based teams to deliver comprehensive mechanical, electrical and ICA service and maintenance to our clients in the Cork region. Key Responsibilities:
