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Main purpose of the role: Merchandise, rotate and face off all stock in assigned department while maintaining hygiene and food standards. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team; Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Process orders for various departments; Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times; Liaise with the Store Manager on changes to layouts, ends and sides and ensure changes are correctly implemented; Implement correct labelling and stock rotation procedures; Ensure deliveries are checked off in line with goods inwards procedures. Keep the back-store tidy and packed away.
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:
Care Assistant
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. . JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: CARE ASSISTANT Kilbride, Children’s Residential Services, Co. Meath Permanent full-time (39 hours per week) Salary: € 34,881-€ 48,434* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: 105927 Essential: · Minimum of Fully Completed FETAC/QQI level 5 in Healthcare qualification or (higher) equivalent comparable qualification. · Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and of working with people who have a diagnosis of Autism and Behaviours of Concern. · Full clean manual irish driving licence. · Proficiency in the English language. Desirable: · Desire to support people to live their best lives and commitment to promoting the active engagement and participation of Service Users in their local communities. · Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework. Why work with us? Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Shauna Hurney, Social Care Leader, Email: shauna.hurney@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications 13th November 2026. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled. Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer. Direct applications only.
Communications Officer
The Position The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contract posts for the position of Communications Officer will be drawn. The Communications Officer will be part of a team in the Corporate Services Department, with the main objective of maintaining the delivery of the Councils communications priorities. This role is a multi-faceted role, and the Communications Officer will be working in a variety of disciplines, such as internal communications, external communications, media relations (traditional and social), events, campaigns and customer services. The post presents a range of exciting opportunities to serve the public through the development of clear, informative and citizen focused communications in support of the work of Westmeath County Council. Duties & Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to: • Lead the development and implementation of the Council’s communications strategy and associated communications plans. • Develop and deliver engagement, promotion and outreach strategies for Council committees, forums and initiatives. • Provide leadership and advice on communications policy, strategy and decisionmaking across the organisation. • Ensure compliance with relevant language legislation, communications policies and service standards provision. • Maximise digital communication opportunities across all appropriate platforms and channels. • Support and enhance the development and management of internal and external communications. • Enhance the Council’s website, ensuring content is accurate, accessible, customer and user focused and is up to date. • Proactively lead and manage media relations, including media engagement, press management and response to media queries. • Promote consistent application of the Council’s policies and communications standards. • Coordinate the development of publications, press releases, website content and other communication materials. • Create, edit and publish high-quality written, visual and audio-visual content for digital and traditional channels. • Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to source content and ensure effective communications and engagement. • Apply best practice in content design, user experience, accessibility, plain English for digital audience and to provide for customer service growth. • Manage user-generated content and oversee the sourcing, commissioning and editing of images and video content in line with best practice. • Develop and maintain communications policies, protocols, templates and standards. • Monitor, analyse and report on communications performance, implementing improvements based on findings to management. • Provide communication reports on developments, trends and emerging issues in communications and digital media. • Manage, supervise, motivate and support staff as part of the Corporate Services team. • Co-ordinate and manage media engagement at Council events including Civic Receptions. • Plan, prioritise and oversee work programmes and projects to ensure effective service delivery. • Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and governance requirements. • Support transparency, accountability and good practice in communications and reporting. • Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence and briefing materials, including sensitive and confidential documentation. • Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of communications activities and campaigns. • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as assigned. The post holder may be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such duties as designated from time to time. Qualifications for the Post 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa Or A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms: a) Hold a Level 7 qualification in communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism or marketing and b) Have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a senior communications, public relations, public affairs or journalism role. and c) must hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles Candidates must provide evidence of their relevant qualifications at application stage. *Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. 5. The ideal candidate: • Have experience in developing and managing communications strategies, ideally within the public sector or a public service environment. • Strong initiative, presentation, relationship management and strategic planning skills. • Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, combined with a positive and professional approach. • Experience in digital communications and content management. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail. • Experience in the development and use of visual and graphic communications. • Proven experience in media engagement and press relations. • Ability to think creatively and develop engaging, audience-focused content. • Experience in leading, managing and supervising staff, including performance management and development. • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with a strong commitment to customer service and service excellence. • Ability to take ownership of tasks and issues, working independently and using initiative to achieve objectives. • Flexibility to work outside normal business hours when required, including evenings, weekends and public holidays. • Ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment, managing competing priorities and meeting strict deadlines. • Commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to embrace new skills, technologies and ways of working. • Understanding of the evolving local government environment, with the ability to support and implement organisational change to enhance service delivery. • Experience in planning, coordinating and delivering corporate events. • Knowledge and practical experience of ICT systems and various digital technologies. • Understand the importance of maintaining high ethical standards and promoting good governance practices. • Awareness of Health and Safety and Data Governance legislation and regulations, together with their practical application in the workplace. • Competency in spoken and written Irish is desirable. Particulars of Office (including retirement) 1. The Post A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel may be used to fill permanent & fixed term positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Vacancies may arise on a county-wide basis. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any work location having regard to funding and/or operational circumstances. 2. Salary The current salary for the post of Communications Officer is €58,474 - €71,437 per annum, analogous to Senior Staff Officer. (including Long Service Increments), as per Circular EL 04/2026. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. New Entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28th January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5th February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by Pay Path directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. The post holder agrees that in the event of an overpayment of salary or other monies to you, the Council reserves the right to deduct monies from your “wages” (for the purposes of the Payment of Wages Act, 1991) for the purpose of reimbursement of the Council of the amount of the overpayment(s), in keeping with the Payment of Wages Act 1991, Section 5(5). 3. Superannuation and Retirement Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details of the relevant scheme will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice
Road Surface Technician Apprentice
Responsible to: Senior Contracts Manager For more than 30 years, Tarstone Road Maintenance has delivered specialist road maintenance solutions across Ireland, combining industry-leading expertise with independently certified products, innovative techniques, and rigorous quality standards. The new RST Apprenticeship is a two-year ‘earn and learn’ programme developed in collaboration with industry to meet the growing demand for skilled operatives in the road construction and motorway maintenance sector. The programme is coordinated by the Technological University of the Shannon, Athlone and leads to the award of Higher Certificate, Level 6 qualification. The programme is designed for individuals seeking to begin or develop a career in road surfacing and motorway maintenance, working as part of a team responsible for constructing, repairing and maintaining road infrastructure. Apprentices develop the knowledge, skills and practical experience required to lay and compact asphalt surfaces, apply surface dressing treatments, operate specialist plant and machinery, and ensure that work is completed to industry specifications and safety standards. RST Apprenticeship Entry Requirements Applicants must meet the entry requirements as follows: • Applicants must be employed by an approved employer participating in the programme, i.e. Tarstone Road Maintenance AND • Hold a minimum of 5 subjects (Grade O6 / H7 or higher) in the Leaving Certificate, or an equivalent qualification. OR • Applicants who do not meet the minimum academic entry requirements may be considered through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process, in accordance with TUS’s approved RPL policies and procedures. RPL applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. OR • Transfers into Stage 1 of the programme will be considered from other approved engineering or construction-related programmes at a comparable level. Applicants seeking to transfer must meet the programme’s employment requirements, i.e. they must be employed by an approved employer participating in the programme. Due to expansion and as part of our Apprenticeship Programme, we are currently interested in recruiting 1st year Road Surface Technician/s to join our growing team. The role: The apprenticeship offered will be for a 2-year period and will involve both on the job and off the job training. On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will receive a nationally and internationally recognised FETAC Level 6 Certificate. The person: Skills and Competencies: • Minimum SOLAS entry requirements is essential • Leaving Certificate with a pass in 5 Ordinary level subjects is essential • Ability to work in a team • Ability to work on own initiative • Display a keen interest in Road Surfacing • Interested in working in a fast-paced environment • Attention to detail is fundamental to ensure quality is consistently delivered • Continuous improvement mindset • Full Clean Driver’s license We understand the importance of investing in our apprentices, so alongside an agreed competitive level salary (paid weekly), we provide training and development, accommodation assistance and rent contribution, employee assistance programme, career progression post apprenticeship, further education and other benefits. If you are driven, customer focused, with a continuous improvement mindset we would be interested to hear from you.
Psychologist 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 2026 . Enable Ireland, is an equal opportunities employer. We strongly 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 Staff Grade Psychologist to join our team in CH08 CDNT4 Dunshaughlin/East Meath. Contract Type: Permanent Full Time Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €61,549 to €107,646 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 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 Psychologist 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: Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working with children and/or adolescents and their families with one or more of a range of disabilities · Knowledge and skills in the management of behaviours of concern . · Knowledge and skills in conducting diagnostic assessments in children and young people including Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities . · Knowledge of HSE Progressing Disability Services Programme . · Broad knowledge of Enable Ireland Services · Experience of working in a disability service · Experience of interdisciplinary team working 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 12th November 2026 @ 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
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:
Bakery Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP training is desirable but not necessary Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Prepare customers bakery orders Bake, prepare and display the Bakery Products sold throughout the day Ensure that the counter displays across all fresh food departments are to the highest standards at all times throughout the day Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with customers Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and in line with store policy
Store Handler
Position Description The primary purpose of the Depots Team is to provide efficient and reliable support to delivery teams, while maintaining a high standard of security, adhering to established work practices, and ensuring strict operational controls are applied to both indoor and outdoor activities. Key Responsibilities The custody and security of stocks and stores premises The physical movement of stocks in and out of stores The implementation of a wide range of stores procedures and regulations The control of bulk issue materials The operation and use of computer systems, forklifts and stores handling equipment Open & close depot daily Ensure materials are kept accurate on the stock account Maintain housekeeping policy Support stock control of 3rd party material depots Experience and Qualifications Essential Leaving Certificate or equivalent work experience is essential. A working knowledge in the use of Information Technology An appreciation of stores operations An ability to work with all staff groups to provide an effective storekeeping service Full Drivers Licence Desirable Forklift Licence Manual Handling Certificate Location This position will be based in ESB Networks Depot in Mullingar. Reporting to The successful candidate will report into the Materials Services Supervisor. Why Work with Us? • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future • Career development through mentoring and training • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities • Sports and Social Clubs • Networking opportunities • Credit Union • Generous Pension • Access to staff well-being programmes • Generous parental leave entitlements • Strong values-based and inclusive culture • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted Salary €33,500 - €40,000 per annum
Recruitment Co-Ordinator
About the Role We are looking for a proactive Recruitment Co-Ordinator to support the day-to-day delivery of recruitment across our nursing homes. You will play a key role in coordinating interviews, managing candidate communications, and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience. Why Join Us?
