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The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking a Teaching & Learning Librarian (Assistant Librarian II) to work as part of our Teaching & Learning team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering the library’s teaching and learning strategy, as an active member of the T&L team, and as part of the wider Library team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the library’s teaching and learning strategy, with proven ability to design and deliver high-quality learning support and information literacy initiatives. They will possess excellent communication and collaboration skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the capacity to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, student-focused, and dedicated to contributing to the wider Library’s mission of enhancing the learning experience. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: This will include: • Play a leading role in the design, delivery, promotion and assessment of Library teaching and learning activities, both face-to-face and online, and in synchronous and asynchronous formats, to support the University teaching and learning approaches. • Focus on supporting the development of new University courses, for example Nursing, with regard to the particular teaching and learning needs of these cohorts. • Incorporate within the Library teaching programme a core focus on students’ successful development of key research skills, in line with the goals of their course of study as established by the academic department. • Lead the design, implementation and assessment of successful course-integrated information and digital literacy classes and resources. • Contribute to the active and innovative promotion of the Library’s teaching & learning resources and initiatives, in collaboration with wider T&L team and the Library’s Digital Communications Team, using the Library’s social media channels. • Deliver excellent, timely and results-oriented customer service to our user community as part of the T&L team, ensuring our service outputs are appropriately co-ordinated, promoted and measured. • Respond to student research queries across a range of subject areas and using a range of tools. • Engage with academic staff to develop strategies for the integration of the Library’s learning resources into the undergraduate and taught postgraduate curricula. • Enhance the usage of the Library collections, in particular online primary source content, by our academics, students and researchers, as part of teaching and learning strategies. • Collaborate effectively with the wider T&L team to ensure our teaching, research development and academic engagement functions are fulfilled successfully. • Contribute actively to the implementation of teaching & learning related actions as part of the Library Strategic Plan, with reference to the University Strategic Plan. • Represent the Library on national and international committees and forums in the areas of teaching & learning, information and research skills and literacies. • Demonstrate an active and ongoing awareness and interest in teaching and learning activities in the wider library and third-level environment. • Any other duties as assigned by the University Librarian or his nominee. The ideal candidate will have: Essential • A degree and a postgraduate qualification in Librarianship, and experience of working in an academic library. • Experience of designing, delivering, promoting and assessing information literacy instruction. • An understanding of, and a willingness to embrace change, in the context of the current rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, ensuring that meeting student need remains a key focus. • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with students, academic staff and other key university personnel. • Proactive, enthusiastic and adaptable approach to a variety of tasks and projects, ensuring service is maintained at all times. • Excellent team working and time management skills, including the ability to work collaboratively to deliver projects to deadline, while successfully managing individual workload and priorities. Desirable • Experience in managing projects, and leading new initiatives. • Experience in designing and developing online information and digital literacy resources, including familiarity with software and platforms for online content creation. • Excellent IT skills including a knowledge of MS Office, and relevant learning platforms for academic environments. • A knowledge of and ability to engage proactively with new and emerging technologies using a proactive, innovative and user-focused approach. • Experience of using, and creating content for, social media platforms, in the context of an academic library environment. Library There are two main buildings – the John Paul II Library and the Russell Library, both of which hold significant book, archive and manuscript collections. The John Paul II Library holds over 400,000 print items. Access is also provided to over 500,000 electronic books and 70,000 electronic journals. The overall strategy for Maynooth University Library is articulated in the current Library Strategic Plan. The Library’s Strategic Plan 2024–2028 has set out an aspiring plan to guide the library’s work over the next four years as we endeavour to enhance our services, resources, and impact on the campus community. Further information about the Library can be found on the Library’s website and social media platforms. The University Maynooth University is a very distinctive university, a collegial institution focused on science and engineering, humanities, and social sciences, and equally committed to research, teaching and community engagement. Located in Ireland’s only university town, its distinctive features and character owe much to its unique history and heritage. It provides a high-quality educational experience to over 15,000 students on a campus with 18th century roots and 21st century dynamism. The strategic trajectory and accomplishments of Maynooth University, in the 25 years since its establishment as an autonomous public university, are exceptional, and a source of great pride to the university community, staff, students and alumni. Maynooth University in 2024 ranked in the top 90 global Times Higher Education (THE) Young University rankings, placing 86th in the world. Maynooth University’s growing global reputation is based on the originality, quality, importance and impact of its research and scholarship, commitment to teaching and learning, the quality of academic programmes, and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts – a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly-growing, research-led and engaged, yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions. With over 15,000 students Maynooth offers a range of programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level in the humanities, science and engineering and social sciences, including business, law and education. The University also offers a range of international programmes and partnerships. Maynooth’s unique collegial culture fosters an interdisciplinary approach to research, which its world-class academics bring to bear in tackling some of the most fundamental challenges facing society today. The University’s research institutes and centres consolidate and deliver this impact as vibrant communities of learning, discovery and creation. Research at Maynooth also is very much central to its teaching and the University prides itself on placing equal value on its research and teaching missions. Maynooth University’s Values Our values define who we are, what we believe in and how we act as a community. They underpin our future success and guide our expectations of ourselves and each other. Our values apply to everyone in the University community: • Integrity • Collegiality • Responsibility • Freedom of expression • Ambition Salary Assistant Librarian – Grade II (2025): €45,792 – €64,302 p.a. (9 points)
NAAS-- - Dietitian, Senior
Dietitian, Senior (Stroke and Care of the Older Person) Naas General Hospital NAAS-11-25-312 There is currently a permanent whole-time vacancy available in Naas General Hospital Informal Enquiries We welcome enquires about this role: Michelle Fanning Dietitian Manager Department of Nutrition and Dietetics Naas General Hospital michelle.fanning1@hse.ie 045 84 9750 or 087 3917731 HR Point of Contact: HSE Dublin and Midlands Region is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Olivia Girvin Assistant Staff Officer Human Resources - Oifigeach Cúnta Foirne Acmhainní Daonna Ríomhphost/E-mail: Olivia.girvin@hse.ie | Tel|Fón: 087 957 4869 Candidates must at the latest date of application: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, as a Dietitian by the Dietitians Registration Board at CORU. And (ii) Have 3 years full time (or an aggregate of 3 years full time) post qualification dietetic experience. And (iii) Candidates must 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 (iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Dietitians Register maintained by the Dietitians Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Post Specific Requirements
General Operative
Your Recipe For a Rewarding Career Starts Here! Why Dawn Farms? We can offer an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class team offering permanent, full-time positions with set hours and plenty of opportunity for further training, development and career opportunities should you wish to progress further. Our culture is one of inclusiveness and diversity with a constant drive and focus for continuous improvement throughout our business. Our production plants are located in Naas, Co Kildare with easy access via public transport. About Us Dawn Farms is the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented products outside of the US supplying world leading brands across more than 44 markets from our two state of the art plant facilities based in Naas. We also have manufacturing facilities in the UK and Germany. Dawn Farms is one of the largest employers in Naas, Co Kildare with a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking for General Operatives to join our Production Teams. You will play an integral part of the team in ensuring the highest level of hygiene, food safety and health and safety standards are met. Positions: Full-Time Location: Naas, Co. Kildare. Salary: €13.50 - €17.55 per hour (overtime opportunities available) Role Responsibilities & Duties
Deputy Logistics Manager
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. Keeping over 220 Lidl stores across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland fully stocked is no small task. That’s the job of our regional distribution centres, matching supply and demand 24/7. With goods of all kinds flowing in and out, including fresh and frozen produce as well as non-food, it’s essential that they are received, stored and delivered on time and in excellent condition. Our regional distribution centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and we require staff to cover both day and night shifts. Your shift pattern will be 5 days out of 7 (including weekends and bank holidays). Working in either the Goods In, Selections or Transport team, reporting directly to the Logistics Manager you will be responsible for the management of employees in this area of the distribution centre. This exciting opportunity will offer you variety, responsibility and the satisfaction of knowing that your role is impacting on the success of all stores across the region. We are looking for an individual who is keen to develop their soft and hard skill sets and move forward within the business thus enabling you to thrive, develop and learn within the environment. What you'll do 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.
Deputy Logistics Manager
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. Keeping over 220 Lidl stores across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland fully stocked is no small task. That’s the job of our regional distribution centres, matching supply and demand 24/7. With goods of all kinds flowing in and out, including fresh and frozen produce as well as non-food, it’s essential that they are received, stored and delivered on time and in excellent condition. Our regional distribution centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and we require staff to cover both day and night shifts. Your shift pattern will be 5 days out of 7 (including weekends and bank holidays). Working in either the Goods In, Selections or Transport team, reporting directly to the Logistics Manager you will be responsible for the management of employees in this area of the distribution centre. This exciting opportunity will offer you variety, responsibility and the satisfaction of knowing that your role is impacting on the success of all stores across the region. We are looking for an individual who is keen to develop their soft and hard skill sets and move forward within the business thus enabling you to thrive, develop and learn within the environment. What you'll do 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.
