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Job Title: Community Link Worker(Traveller and Roma Education Strategy) Nature of Position: 18 Month Fixed Term Position, 35 hours per week Place of Work: Tuam, Co. Galway Salary Scale: €38,385 gross p.a. Employer: Successful candidates will be employed through the Tuam School Completion Programme (SCP). The responsibilities of the Community Link Worker will include but are not limited to the following: · Building trusting relationships with Traveller and/or Roma children, young people, families, organisations and communities. · Working in partnership with key stakeholders including the whole school community, local Traveller and /or Roma organisations and community workers, including those under education or related disciplines, to identify local needs and provide linkages to available supports and initiatives. ·Supporting children, young people and their families at key transition points e.g. moving from early years to primary, from primary to post-primary and between years moving from Junior cycle to Senior cycle with a specific focus on increasing retention to Leaving Certificate and transition to further education, training and employment opportunities. · Working with the integrated services operating under TESS which includes SCP, HSCLs, EWOs, at a local level to achieve progress on local education concerns and the priority education actions contained in the TRES which includes improved participation and retention in school. · Promoting and supporting positive participation, communication and engagement between home, school and the community to enhance attendance, participation and engagement, retention, progression and educational outcomes for children and young people. ·Monitoring school attendance and other relevant indicators and engaging with the appropriate supports to plan for improved attendance. ·Increasing awareness amongst the communities of the rights and obligations of parents/guardians and schools. ·Supporting schools and communities to foster an inclusive and ambitious culture with an anti-racism and intercultural approach in and out of school through initiatives that have been successful in the STAR Pilot project. · Providing feedback and input to team meetings and evaluations, preparing progress reports for the SCP Coordinator and TESS TRES team which feed into the overall reporting on TRES progress and objectives including improving access, participation and outcomes. ·Following policies and procedures prescribed by the employing SCP in relation to child safeguarding and other matters. ·Participating in continuous professional development and training as required for the role Professional Qualifications and Experience ·Minimum of three years direct work experience with Travellers and/or Roma in an education or youth setting or a relevant qualification in Youth Work, Community Work, Education, Social Care, Psychology or a related field (QQI Level 7 minimum). ·Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and listening), with the ability to engage young people from diverse backgrounds. ·Good knowledge of the Irish education system and understanding of working within a school environment with a proven interest in youth work or community development. ·Experience of working with Travellers and/or Roma with a good knowledge of the issues and concerns faced by these communities. ·Second relevant language beneficial e.g. Romani, Czech. ·Ability to work at an individual, team and community level including across a multi-disciplinary setting. ·Good computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint. How to Apply: Completed application form must be submitted through the online portal – www.gretb.ie/jobs by the deadline of 12 noon, Friday, 4th July 2025.
Communications and Public Engagement Officer
Exciting Career Opportunity At Meath Partnership Communications and Public Engagement Officer (Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract) The Position Meath Partnership is seeking a creative and motivated Communications and Public Engagement Officer to enhance the organisation’s visibility, strengthen its digital presence and promote the breadth of its community-based programmes across Co. Meath. This role will be key in communicating Meath Partnership’s mission, values and impact across multiple platforms, engaging a broad spectrum of stakeholders including rural communities, funders, partner agencies and the general public. This is a fast paced, multi-project role that demands excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a passion for storytelling. The successful candidate will have experience in content creation, digital marketing and media engagement. A proactive, flexible and solution focused attitude is essential. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the COO and working closely with senior managers and project teams, the Communications and Public Engagement Officer will be responsible for: 1. Strategy, Brand and Public Relations Closing Date The closing date for applications is 12pm, 25th July 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Meath Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and Exciting Career Opportunity At Meath Partnership encourage these individuals to bring their experiences and perspectives to Meath Partnership. All information will be held in line with Meath Partnerships GDPR policies. Application Process To apply, please submit the following to info@meathpartnership.ie: A brief cover letter including personal statement demonstrating how you meet the above- mentioned requirements for the position (no more than 500 words) which must communicate your relevant experience A curriculum vitae summarising your qualifications and work experience to date. Applications should be clearly marked “Communications and Public Engagement Officer”. Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of information provided in their application.
Internal Sales Agent
Job Title - Internal Sales Agent Working Hours - 8:30am to 5:00pm with 30 minutes lunch break Working Week - Monday to Friday Place of Work - Office Based - Unit 29 Duleek Business Park, Duleek. County Meath. A92N72W. Tasks Training - will be provided as required. Salary - EUR€34,500 (subject to experience) plus sales based commission. Proposed Start Date - immediate as available Annual Leave - 20 days. This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the range of duties, and it is neither definitive nor restrictive. It will be subject to periodic review.
Commis Chef
Full-Time Commis Chef Required. Employer & Employment Location: YMJ Thai & Asian Street Food, Primavera, Saint Mary's Road, Buncrana, Donegal requires ( 1 ) commis chef. Requirements: To assist the head chef in preparing and cooking Asian food. To work as a part of the kitchen team. Minimum 2 years experience. Working hours: 39 hours per week Salary: €34,000 per annum AD PUBLISHED: FROM 11TH JUNE 2025 TO 9TH JULY 2025
Industrial Spray Painter
Spray painter for a forklift sales company. All levels of experience considered. The ideal candidate will need to work on their own initiative and work as part of a team. Role will include: Experience is a bonus but training can be provided for the right candidate. Applicants must currently be living in Ireland and able to reliably commute each day Full time position with over-time available https://suttonforklifts.ie/
Trainee Hairdresser
Trainee Hair Stylist required for busy Salon in Enniscorthy, County Wexford. Some experience would be beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided. Please CALL 0876995437 or upload your CV by clicking the APPLY NOW button.
B2B New Sales and Business Development Opportunities
Do you have what it takes to be a Top-Performing Sales Person? Would you like the opportunity to earn €100k+ this year? If so then we want to hear from you! Role details: - Please include a Cover Letter with your application.
Office Administrator
We are seeking a new team member to join our busy office environment. Responsibilities will include data entry, handling phone calls, filing, and other general office tasks. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, and experience with Sage is a plus. Flexible working hours may be available for the ideal candidate.
Legal Secretary
Full-Time Receptionist / Secretary Required This role will involve digital dictation typing and general administrative support, including answering phones and handling client queries. The successful candidate will also be expected to organise and maintain files, and be capable of working on their own initiative.
Retained Firefighter
The role of the firefighter is: · To save life and preserve endangered life. · Protection of property from damage by fire and from firefighting measures. · To render humanitarian services. · To inform and educate your community to improve awareness of safety. A firefighter must be: · at least 18 years of age on appointment · physically fit and agile with good stamina · able to work in hazardous conditions for long periods, including at heights and in confined spaces · mechanically adept with good dexterity and co-ordination · trustworthy, honest, dependable and generally of good character (see Garda Clearance) · self-reliant and self-assured with a keen sense of discipline · able to contribute to, and work within a team · able to understand and memorise technical information · able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Health and Safety Health and Safety forms a key part in the role of every firefighter. i. It shall be the duty of every firefighter while at work: (a) to take reasonable care for his/her own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions while at work; (b) to co-operate with his/her employer and any other person to such extent as will enable his/her employer or the other person to comply with any of the relevant statutory provisions; (c) to use in such manner so as to provide the protection intended, any suitable appliance, protective clothing, convenience, equipment or other means or thing provided (whether for his/her use alone or for use by him/her in common with others) for securing his/her safety, health or welfare while at work; and (d) to report to his/her employer or his/her immediate superior, without unreasonable delay, any defects in plant, equipment, place of work or system of work, which might endanger safety, health or welfare, of which he/she becomes aware. ii. No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse any appliance, protective clothing, convenience, equipment, item or other means provided in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions or otherwise, for securing the safety, health or welfare of persons arising out of work activities. Garda Clearance The Service is in a position of trust with the public and has a duty to protect them. If you have a record of an offence, this will not necessarily disqualify you as all applications are considered strictly on their merit. However, you are required to declare any offence for which you have been convicted. You are advised to declare any charges that are pending; a subsequent conviction could lead to you being discharged from the Service. If you fail to disclose information when required to do so, this will render your application void and if you have been employed may result in termination of employment. A Garda clearance check will be carried out prior to your appointment to the Service. Should you be charged with an offence between the date of the application or appointment you must notify the Service in writing, as this may affect your employment in the Service. Training Retained Firefighters are required to attend and pass a three-week initial training course. To complete this training, each recruit will be required to attend a training centre selected by the Chief Fire Officer. The main purpose is to teach practical Firefighting skills incorporating search and rescue, and the safe use of equipment such as ladders, pumps and hose. This is followed by two weeks Breathing Apparatus training at a later stage. Failure to satisfactorily complete these training courses will demonstrate a lack of suitability for the position of Retained Firefighter and may result in termination of employment. On completion of the initial training, the recruit firefighter is required to undertake a recruit induction and development program over a specified period of time designed to equip them with the necessary skills in performing the duties assigned to them by the Chief Fire Officer. This will involve an ongoing requirement to attend and pass subsequent training and refresher training courses. Each Retained Firefighter is also required to attend a weekly 2 hour drill night and a 3 day block training course typically held in the Spring. Attendance at training is mandatory. This may result in absences from your current employment/career. Inclusive Annual Retained Allowance 0-2 years service €14,523 / Year 2-4 years service €15,515 / Year 5-7 years service €16,739 / Year 8 years plus €17,854 / Year
