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Social Care Workers - Day and Residential Services- Northside - Service Area 2 Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale point 1: €340,351 – point 14: €56,650 per annum based on working a 39-hour week. Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above. To Apply: Upload a CV Closing Date for receipt of applications is 31st December 2025 5pm. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted, include a valid email address on application. Job offer is subject to approval under the process of funded posts in Disability Services in the HSE and Section 38 Agencies. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
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Senior Culture & Engagement Specialist
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and organised colleague to join our Talent Development & Engagement team. This role will be responsible for leading and driving topics forward specifically covering the areas of: Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Security Personnel
Main purpose of the role: Purpose of this role is to provide support to Store Management and colleagues in all aspects of the Security function. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous experience within a retail security role Hold a current PSA Security Guard License is essential Excellent communication and customer service skills Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Protect the Store€,,s assets Assist the Store Owner/Manager in preventing loss of stock/theft within the store Ensure that the Store is a safe environment for customers and employees Key holding responsibilities to include opening/closing of the Store Carry out routine spot checks on waste, deliveries, closing stock, refunds, voids and employees Carry out investigation work, when required Monitor CCTV records
Communications Coordinator
The Gallery wishes to recruit a Communications Coordinator (Dual Language) as part of the Communications, Marketing & Digital Engagement team (CMDE). The purpose of this role is to coordinate the Gallery’s external and internal communications as Gaeilge and to support the CMDE team in its work. Reporting to the Head of Communications (or nominated deputy), the successful candidate will: · Coordinate the development of Irish language output for the Gallery by creating Irish language content, providing Irish translations, and sourcing, reviewing and editing Irish translations prior to publishing. · Produce engaging and effective dual-language (Irish and English) copy for use in internal and external communications (e.g. press releases, pitches, press invites and materials, website content, social media content, corporate reports, intranet and advertising) · Work as part of the CMDE team to develop and implement communications campaigns across PR, marketing and digital with a focus on the Irish language. · Devise and execute tailored press releases and pitches aimed at a range of Irish language media outlets. · Manage and maintain relationships with Irish language journalists and stakeholders including responding to media queries. · Support on the coordination of communications and marketing activities such as press previews, photo-calls, filming and the production of video content. · Ensure the Gallery complies with its requirements under Section 10(A) of the Official Languages Act 2021. · Coordinate internal and external reporting relating to the Gallery’s work in the Irish language and the Official Languages Act 2021. · Collaborate with other Gallery teams including Legal & Compliance, HR and Collections and Exhibitions to develop a planned approach to translating and editing Gallery documents and reporting on our activities in the Irish language. · Work with the Head of Communications and relevant Working Groups to develop the Gallery’s Irish language website. · Prepare and publish accessible dual language documents. · Work with relevant Gallery teams and website/platform owners (e.g., Publications & Images, Library & Archive, Education, HR, Retail and Ticket Sales) to enhance dual language use on the Gallery’s sub-domains. · Assume other duties appropriate to the post as assigned by line management. The successful candidate will have: • A third-level qualification in or relating to the Irish language or translation • Gaeilge líofa (spoken and written) • Knowledge of the Official Languages Act 2021 • Previous experience in an office environment in the arts, tourism or media sectors • Experience working in a dual language or Gaeilge role • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – both written and verbal with the ability to create effective, clear and interesting external and internal communications campaigns • An awareness of current trends and developments in communications, digital communications and within the cultural sector • Organisation, administration and time management skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy • Advanced IT skills (Microsoft Office) and previous experience working with web content management systems and developing web content for cultural organisations • An enthusiasm and interest for working at the Gallery and the cultural field and a willingness to contribute to a positive working environment Conditions of employment This job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. This may be subject to review in view of new structures and/or the changing needs of the Gallery. All employees are required to be compliant with NGI screening and Garda Vetting procedures. The post will be subject to a satisfactory medical check and successful completion of a successful probationary period. Applicants must be fluent in English and be eligible to work in Ireland. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: 1. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or 2. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or 3. A citizen of Switzerland, pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or 4. A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission or a Stamp 5 permission. Please note: A 50 TEU permission, which serves as a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is considered equivalent to Stamp 4. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Job Details and Application Information Grade and Salary: The salary for this position will be in accordance with the Executive Officer (PPC) pay scale, as per the 1 August 2025 pay adjustments. The salary scale for this position is as follows: €37,919 €39,860 €40,956 €43,094 €45,010 €46,864 €48,711 €50,519 €52,366 €54,207 €56,160 €57,469 €59,335¹ €61,216² • The starting salary will be at the first point on the scale, €37,919 per annum, or on a higher point of the scale, as appropriate to the successful candidate, if appointed from an existing public sector role (in accordance with Circular 08/2019). • Candidates should note the National Gallery of Ireland complies with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform regulations and guidelines on Public Service pay and conditions of employment. Annual Leave: The successful candidate will be entitled to 23 days of annual leave pro rata Superannuation: The successful candidate will be placed on the public sector pension scheme. Benefits: The Gallery provides staff the opportunity to participate in the tax saver and cycle to work schemes. Duration: Permanent Working hours: Full time, 5 days a week – 35 hours per week (net of breaks). Please note, flexibility is required and the successful candidate will be required to work occasional early mornings, late evenings and weekends. Any personal data that you provide when applying for this position shall be processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice . How to apply: To apply for this position, please provide the following documents (in PDF Format): • A cover letter, which should be no more than two pages • A CV, which should be no more than two pages Panel: Candidates should note that at the end of the candidate assessment process a panel of successful candidates may be formed based on order of merit, from which future positions may be filled. Closing date for receipt of applications: 10 December 2025, 11.45 PM (Irish Time) Interviews will be scheduled in December 2025. At the National Gallery of Ireland, we value equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the benefits it can bring to our staff and our visitors interactions. We celebrate difference and want our people to be representative of all communities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please do not hesitate to let us know. The National Gallery of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Head Of Learning And People Development
Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite support to both children and adults in various locations across 3 regions. The organisation is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centered, Community Based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos, underpinned by quality, best practice and research. We are seeking an exceptional leader who shares our vision and can drive the next chapter of people development at Avista. Join Avista As Head of Learning and People Development (Grade VIII) Shape the future of learning, empower teams, and make a meaningful impact The Role The Head of Learning and People Development will provide national strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of learning and people development across Avista. The Head of Learning and People Development reports to the Director of Human Resources and is part of the Human Resources Management Team. The post holder will lead design and deliver a learning and people development strategy that supports regulatory compliance, professional standards, leadership development, staff career development pathways and a culture of continuous learning throughout the organisation. S/he will drive innovation and lead large scale people development change initiatives which assist Avista in delivering on its mission and strategic objectives. National Remit : Location Options: Limerick, Roscrea or Navan Road, Dublin Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week) Salary: €82,258 – €99,213 (August 2025 HSE PayScale) Point on salary scale dependent on relevant public sector experience. Ref: [Insert Reference Number] Essential: · Relevant third-level qualification (Level 8 or higher) in one of the following fields: Human Resources, Organisational Development, Education and Training, Organisational Psychology, or a related field. · Minimum 7 years’ senior experience leading learning and development within a complex organisation, ideally in health, disability, or human services. · Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic learning frameworks. · Strong understanding of CORU registration, HIQA standards, and workforce compliance requirements. · Demonstrated experience managing teams, budgets, and multiple stakeholders. · Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills. Applicants should possess Level 3 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework. Why work with us? As Head of Learning and People Development, you will enjoy: · A professional yet compassionate work environment where innovation thrives and collaboration is paramount. · An encouraging and progressive service that values your insights and expertise. · Access to professional development resources to advance your career. · Competitive remuneration aligned with Grade VIII standards. · The chance to be part of a disability service that truly makes a difference. Benefits · Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. · Supportive and innovative working environment. · Comprehensive Pension Scheme. · Generous annual leave entitlement. Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Debbie Byrne, Director of HR, at valentina.simeonova@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications 4th December 2025 Interviews scheduled to take place on 12thDecember 2025 A panel may be formed for future full-time permanent Head of Learning and People Development Grade VIII vacancies. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Driver
Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an opportunity for a Driver to cover our clinic and 3rd party network in Ireland, based in Sandyford, Dublin. What does the Randox Health team do? At Randox Health we encourage individuals to adopt a personalised, preventative approach to their health and well-being, ultimately helping them to live healthier for longer. Using Randox revolutionary technology we measure hundreds of health biomarkers, generating unrivalled data that when combined with our complex algorithms can predict future health concerns and identify early signs of illness even before symptoms arise. This empowers individuals to act sooner to prevent or delay disease onset – moving from a model of sickness management to true preventative healthcare. Our unique biomarker tracking service allows you to establish a health baseline from which you can track and monitor improvements over time. Location: Unit D/E, 21 Time Place, Corrig Road, Sandyford Business Park, Dublin 18, D18 R89T. Contract Offered: Full-time, permanent. Working Hours / Shifts: 40 hours per week, across 5 days per week, including some weekends. What does the Driver role involve? This role is responsible for making trips between our various clinics and sites ensuring that samples are collected / delivered on time. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: How do I apply? Click Apply on the site you are seeing this advert on they will submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
Occupational Therapist Staff Grade
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Occupational Therapist - Staff Grade to join our team in CDNT 2 Ballyboden CH07. Contract Type: Permanent Full Time Contract Hours: 35 Hours Per Week (1.0 WTE) Salary Scale: €40,738 - €59,540 per annum pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 32 days pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Occupational Therapist services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: i. Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU ( https://www.coru.ie/ ) And ii. Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office And iii. Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued Annual Registration 1. On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU 2. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland Desirable Criteria: · Postgraduate experience of working with children and families in a community based setting. · Post graduate experience working in disability services for a minimum of 6 months If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Thursday 4th December, 2025 @ 12pm. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Senior Physiotherapist/fisiteirpeoir Sinsearach In Medical Rehabilitation Including Stroke, WTE
Appliications Only accepted Job Title, Grade Code Senior Physiotherapist/Fisiteirpeoir Sinsearach in Medical rehabilitation including Stroke, 0.5 WTE, (Grade Code: 3158) Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: (01/08/2025) €63,912 €65,275 €66,681 €68,073 €69,467 €70,933 €72,478 €74,018 €75,254 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Campaign Reference SCH/099/2025 Closing Date 17:00hrs Thursday 11th December 2025 Proposed Interview Date (s) Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post HSE Dublin and South East -, St Columcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown, Co Dublin, D18 V9K1 FSS Bhaile Átha Cliath agus an Oirdheiscirt - Ospidéal Cholm Cille, Baile Uí Lachnáin, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath, D18 V9K1 There is currently 0.5 permanent part time vacancy available in St Columcilles Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Senior Physiotherapist from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration in that speciality may be filled. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Please Contact Ms. Suzanne Noёl, Physiotherapy Manager, St. Columcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin. Tel: 01 211 5142 Email: Suzanne.Noel@hse.ie Details of Service HSE Dublin and South East Region provides health and social care services in Carlow, Kilkenny, South East Dublin, South Tipperary, Waterford, Wexford and East Wicklow. Community Healthcare Services are the broad range of services in a non-acute hospital setting, delivered as close as possible to people’s homes at the right time, in the right Place, by the right team. There are 70 Primary Care Centres in the Region and specialist teams working in Mental Health, Health and Wellbeing, Social Care and Disability Services. Services are provided in various settings including the service user’s own home, day hospitals, community nursing units, hostels, specialist day care centres, training centres, respite care, and residential services. The region is served by 11 hospitals and the services delivered include inpatient scheduled care, unscheduled/emergency care, maternity services, outpatient and diagnostic services. St. Columcille’s Hospital is a 2 level hospital. It is committed to providing a quality, patient focused service in a way that meets all patient needs in an equitable, efficient and safe manner. We acknowledge the contribution of each member of staff and aim to encourage and support them in their on-going professional development. The hospital has a total of 113 inpatient beds, along with specialized units, including: Ortho rehabilitation Stroke Rehabilitation 4 beds dedicated to the Centre of Obesity Management programme, A 7-bed Day Surgical Unit, A 9-bed Medical Assessment Unit, and A 6-bed Local Injuries Unit. Services provided at SCH are: MAU/LIU Radiology General Medicine including Gastroenterology, Gerontology, Respiratory Medicine, Endocrinology and Cardiology Minor Day Surgery Out-Patient Services including Pain Management Services, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Day Hospital for the Older person, Memory Technology & Resource Suite, National Centre for Obesity Management National Gender service The Hospital also provides Nutrition and Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Cardiac Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Services. The Stroke Rehabilitation unit is located on St. Brigids Ward and is for the patients of St. Columcille’s Hospital (SCH) who are Admitted from our MAU or transferred from St. Vincents University Hospital Stroke Rehabilitation Team. The Stroke multidisciplinary team in SCH consists of a Clinical Specialist Nurse, Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist, Senior Medical Social Worker, and Senior Speech and Language therapist. The Stroke Team liaises closely with the Stroke Team in SVUH to select patients appropriate for the service and facilitate a lean pathway of care. The person appointed to this post will: - · Work as a 0.5 WTE Senior Physiotherapist in the SCH to provide senior level decision making ensuring Best Practice Physiotherapy for the Rehabilitation of Inpatients of St. Columcilles, mainly Stroke patients on the stroke unit · Be responsible for and coordinate the Physiotherapy Service, for the 8 bedded Stroke Unit, on St. Brigid’s Ward. · Work closely with the Stroke multidisciplinary team especially the Stroke Therapy Assistant, and the Physiotherapy Inpatient team to ensure an evidence based effective Physiotherapy Service to the Patients with Stoke in SCH · Be responsible for the physiotherapy supervision of the Stroke Therapy Assistant. · Provide physiotherapy assessment, treatment, discharge planning and onward appropriate referrals for patients who attend · Provide evidence-based assessment, treatment and management and rehabilitation of patients with non-stroke diagnoses including Parkinsons and Vestibular problems, · Cover for other rehabilitation and older person seniors if the urgent need arises · Supervision of a staff grade working on the wards · Assist the other Senior Physiotherapists in the running the inpatient service and Older persons services Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to the Physiotherapy Manager at St. Columcille’s Hospital. The professional reporting relationship for clinical governance will be through the professional line management structure in the SCH Peer supervision from the other Senior Physiotherapists in older persons services and inpatients, and Supervision/PDP/Clinical Governance from Line Manager – Physiotherapy Manager Purpose of the Post · To be responsible for the provision of a high quality, evidence-based Physiotherapy service in the Stroke Rehabilitation unit in accordance with standards of professional practice · To work in conjunction with other team members in setting up, co-ordinating and developing the service to meet the needs of the population it serves in line with the objectives of the organisation · To ensure the co-ordination, development and delivery of a quality, client centred physiotherapy service to the Inpatients of SCH especially in the Stroke unit · To carry out clinical and educational duties as required ie to carry out clinical supervision of the staff grade physiotherapists who rotate onto the wards and education of colleagues in all physiotherapy aspects of Physiotherapy Rehabilitation including Stroke · To be responsible for the supervision of UCD and TCD Students while on placement here on the wards in SCH as we are a tutor site for TCD and UCD students · To analyse and submit accurate metric stats for the inpatient department and the Stroke unit · Participate in relevant research activity and engage with relevant professional bodies · Please refer to the Details of Service section above · Join the weekend Physiotherapy Service on a rota basis Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Communicate and work in co-operation with the SCH staff in providing an integrated quality physiotherapy service, taking the lead role as required · Be a lead clinician in assigned, allocated clinical areas of responsibility and carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post · Take a lead role in service set up and development as relevant to the role · Be responsible for client assessment, development and implementation of individualised treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice · Be responsible for goal setting in partnership with client, family and other team members as appropriate · S/He may be required to work as a key worker for particular cases · Be responsible for standards of professional and clinical practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s) in line with the Scope of Practice of Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists and national, regional and local Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, policies, protocols and legislation · Be a clinical physiotherapy resource in Medical Rehabilitation including stroke for SCH staff · Plan and manage resources efficiently in assigned areas of responsibility · Communicate effectively with and provide instruction, guidance and support to, staff clients, family, carers etc. · Document client records in accordance with professional standards and SCH policies · Apply health promotion as an ethos across the clinical area to promote health and wellbeing · Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences etc. · Develop and promote professional standards of practice · Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance · Seek advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required · Operate within the scope of practice of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Education & Training The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Participate in mandatory training as per SCH/HSE guidelines · Take responsibility for, and keep up to date with Physiotherapy practice by participating in continuing professional development such as reflective practice, in service, self-directed learning, research, clinical audit etc. · Take part in teaching / training of SCH staff as necessary · Engage in personal development planning and performance review for self and others as required · The person can avail of support from the 2 clinical Specialists Quality Safety & Risk The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Be responsible for assisting the clinical specialists in the set-up, co-ordination and delivery of a quality service in line with best practice and professional standards · Help develop and monitor implementation of agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards · Ensure the safety of self and others, and the maintenance of safe environments and equipment used in Physiotherapy in accordance with legislation · Assess and manage risk in their assigned area(s) of responsibility · Take the appropriate timely action to manage any incidents or near misses within their assigned area(s) · Report any deficiency/danger in any aspect of the service to the team or line Manager as appropriate · Be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, aids and appliances both by clients and staff under their supervision · Develop and promote quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programmes · Oversee, monitor and uphold the standards of professional practice within the weight management service Physiotherapy team Administrative The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Contribute to the service planning process · Assist SCH and relevant others in service development encompassing policy development and implementation · Review and evaluate the Physiotherapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services · Collect and evaluate data about the service area as identified in service plans and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best practice · Collate and maintain accurate statistics and render reports as required · Represent the team at meetings and conferences as appropriate · Inform the line manager of staff issues (needs, interests, views) as appropriate · Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace · Participate in the control and ordering of Physiotherapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Physiotherapy/SCH staff · Assist with the accountability for the budget, where relevant · Keep up to date with organisational developments within all relevant related services · Engage in IT developments as they apply to clients and service administration · Perform such other duties appropriate to the role The above Job Specification 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/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates for appointment must:- (i) Hold a Physiotherapy qualification recognised by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU. Please see list of acceptable Physiotherapy qualifications:- https://coru.ie/files-registration/hse-list-of-physitherapist-qualificatoins.pdf AND (ii) Be registered on the Physiotherapist Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU AND (iii) Candidates must have three years fulltime (or an aggregate of three years fulltime) post qualification clinical experience AND (iv) Have the requisite knowledge and ability in the area of older persons physiotherapy stroke rehabilitation (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office 2. Annual Registration On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU 3. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC) 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 Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age. Post Specific Requirements The candidate must have evidence of training/experience in the following:- · Have evidence of sufficient recent clinical experience in Stroke, and Medical Rehabilitation · Demonstrate evidence of both formal and informal CPD in Stroke and inpatient Rehabilitation · Have sufficient respiratory skills to partake in the weekend Physiotherapy Service on a rota basis Skills, competencies and/or knowledge · Demonstrate a high level of clinical knowledge and evidence-based practice to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role · Demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge to best practice · Demonstrate the ability to effectively evaluate information and make appropriate decisions · Demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver care in an effective and resourceful manner within a model of person-centred care · Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment · Demonstrate a commitment to assuring high standards and strive for a user centred service in line with best practice and professional standards · Display effective communication and strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships and be an effective and leading multi-disciplinary team member · Demonstrate the ability to lead and manage a team effectively · Display awareness and appreciation of the service users and the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect · Demonstrate initiative, flexibility and openness to change · Demonstrate ability to utilise supervision effectively · Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development · Demonstrate sufficient command of the English language (verbal and written) to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role · Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting 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 progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Read the CPSA Code of Practice . The reform programme outlined for the health services may impact on this role, and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is Permanent and part time 0.5 WTE post (17.5 hours per week). The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration in the speciality may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. 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. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 1st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to on the 31st December 2004 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 joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents.
