Professional Social Worker

About Fingal County Council Fingal is a highly attractive place to live, work, visit and do business. It comprises a geographical area of 450 sq.km stretching from Balbriggan in the north, to Blanchardstown in the west and to Howth in the east. The area is defined by the diversity of its landscape and settlement patterns with rural, urban and suburban locations all rolled into one county. There is 88kms of coastline, three large protected estuaries and salt marsh habitats and 13 major beaches. Fingal County Council is one of the county’s major local employers and currently employs approximately 1,600 staff. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of the provision of physical and social infrastructure, housing, economic and tourism development, community development, recreation and amenity services and the management of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The role of the County Council as provided for in law is to represent, lead and serve the communities of Fingal. 1.     The Role The Professional Social Worker provides a range of supports to employees, which focus on their well-being, while also helping employees to engage with innovative preventative measures to avoid injury and illness and to help enhance their daily lives. They offer support, advise management on welfare policies, handle confidential issues, and bridge communication between staff and employers. The Professional Social Worker reports to the Administrative Officer, People Services, or such designated person(s) as may be assigned from time to time. 2.     Duties The duties of the Professional Social Worker include, but are not limited to the following: ·        Act as the first point of contact for staff experiencing personal or work-related difficulties and provide confidential support to help resolve issues. ·        Assess employee needs and connect them with internal or external support services. ·        Support employees returning from long-term sick leave or difficult life events. ·        Promote awareness of the Council’s Staff Welfare service and actively communicate its benefits to staff. ·        Work with the Wellbeing Team to plan, promote and roll out wellbeing and resilience programmes across the organisation. ·        Provide an active outreach to staff members on long-term sick leave, where appropriate. ·        Advise management on strategies to improve absence management and related performance indicators. ·        Direct staff to appropriate external support services when required. ·        Liaise with external agencies and the Council’s Medical Advisors regarding the provision of information and supports on health promotion. ·        Collaborate with the Learning and Development team in relation to the development and roll-out of health, wellness and welfare training programmes. ·        Develop and maintain an annual work plan. ·        Ensure information on staff welfare policies and procedures is dispersed to all staff in a timely manner. ·        To take an interest in, and actively encourage general welfare, social and recreational activities amongst the Council’s staff. ·        Meet new staff members to provide information on available welfare facilities and supports. ·        Contribute to the development and roll out of health awareness initiatives and programmes. ·        Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the various state, semi-state, medical, voluntary and other agencies whose services may benefit staff. ·        To advise, as required, on the formulation of staff policies and to assist in the development and implementation of such policies. ·        Maintain appropriate records in line with confidentiality requirements. ·        Report to the Senior Executive Officer, People Services or their nominee and liaise with Heads of Departments and relevant external agencies as necessary in the carrying out of their duties. ·        Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time. These tasks which are indicative rather than exhaustive are carried out under general supervision. 3.     Qualifications and Requirements of the Post CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.   EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Candidates must on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms have: (a) hold a professional qualification in Social Work prescribed under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 (as amended): or (b) have a Letter of Validation issued by CORU/National Social Work Qualifications Board; (c) be eligible for registration with CORU; (d) possess a high standard of administrative and management experience; and (e) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organization.   The ideal candidate shall: ·       Have strong communication, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills. ·        Have a proven track record in the promotion of staff welfare. ·        Provide satisfactory evidence of their ability to relate well to people and to guide them towards the resolution of their difficulties with sensitivity and sound judgement. ·        Will have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organization and the employee, and their application in the workplace. ·        Be in possession of a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category A1, A and/or B) as they may be required to drive in the course of their duties Candidates may be shortlisted based on the desirables listed above. 4.     The Selection Process: Fingal County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, if required. This is not to suggest that any candidate may be unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the duties of the post advertised, but rather that there may be candidates who have demonstrated that they are better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Step 1: Initial Screening In the first instance, all applications received by the latest date/time for receipt of completed applications are screened for eligibility in accordance with the qualifications for the post as set out in this booklet and declared by the Minister for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under Section 160 of the Local Government Act 2001. Step 2: Shortlisting Each candidate’s application may be assessed against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position as outlined in this booklet. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications and/or experience in their application form and to outline the relevance of their experience in the examples provided. Step 3: Interview Candidates who are successful in the shortlisting process will be invited to attend for interview(s). Fingal County Council will endeavor to give sufficient notice of the interview to shortlisted candidates. Thereafter, it is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available on the date/time selected. Candidates who do not attend for interview will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition. Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview, will be at the candidates own expense. An independent interview board will be established by the Senior Executive Officer, People Services, or other designated officer, to assess the candidates shortlisted for interview. The interview board will generally comprise of a Chairperson and two other members, who will have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the interview board is to identify candidates who best meet the objective criteria and competencies required for the position and to place them in order of merit. Candidates who are successful in the interview will be qualified in order of merit for appointment to the post of Professional Social Worker and placed on a panel. It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The selection process is not concluded until such time as references have been sought and clearance checks, i.e. Garda vetting, occupational health, verification of education qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council 5.     Benefits At Fingal County Council, we value our employees and want to support them to develop their careers. We offer flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries and pension benefits, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path in a supportive and inclusive culture and the opportunity to make a difference, along with the following benefits: 6.     Particulars of Employment The employment is whole time, permanent and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. PROBATION (a)   there shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation,   (b)   such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period,   (c)    such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory.   SALARY €55,209, €57,809, €60,432, €63,076, €65,707, €68,342, €70,979 (LSI 1), €72,357 (LSI 2) per annum.   Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale.   Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform.   HEALTH For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority.   RETIREMENT AGE The retirement age is 70 years.   Recruitment The local authority shall require a person to whom employment is offered to take up such employment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if they fail to take up the employment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not employ the person.

Customer Service Agent

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Customer Service Supporter

Company Description JYSK is one of the fastest growing retail chains in Europe. Operating in over 50 countries around the world, we have expanded from just 1 store in Denmark in 1979 to more than 3,000 stores worldwide today. At JYSK, our mission is to provide a great offer for everyone within sleeping and living. Our business concept focuses on selling quality products with a Scandinavian look and feel, at very competitive prices. JYSK’s vision is to not just be the customer’s first choice but also the employee’s first choice in the retail sector. We have ambitious growth plans in UK over the next 5 years and are looking for confident, passionate and ambitious employees to come on that journey with us. If you bring Dedication… You will meet Possibilities. For more information, please visit our career page . Job Description JYSK are currently looking for a number of Customer Service Supporters to join our team in our Dublin based Customer Service Centre. We are looking for people who are passionate about customer service, act as an ambassador for our brand and provide the best Customer Service. As Customer Service Supporter…

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Social Care Worker

Social Care Worker (Permanent, Full Time), Cahir and Cashel, Co. Tipperary Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann is looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Please apply to be in consideration for the following Social Care Worker vacancies with Boherduff Services (see attached job description on our website for further details): Please see attached job description for further details including job requirements, duties, etc. Closing Date for receipt of completed Applications Forms/CVs online is 15th April 2026. Corlann South East is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Social Care Worker

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Horticulture Apprentice

BACKGROUND Lismore Castle has been the Irish home of the family of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire since 1753. Lord and Lady Burlington, the Duke and Duchess’ son and daughter-in –law, currently lead the Devonshire Family’s interest in the Estate. The Castle is situated above the River Blackwater in the Heritage town of Lismore, County Waterford. The garden has been an inspiration to writers and artists for centuries and it is said to be the oldest continually cultivated garden in Ireland. Lismore’s rich and varied history is reflected in its gardens, which are enjoyed by our garden visitors every year. Surrounded by ancient defensive walls and turrets, the garden covers approximately ten acres, incorporating: • Extensive herbaceous borders orchard, fruit cage, lawns, wild meadow and mature trees • A spring garden featuring camellias, rhododendrons, and magnolias • A kitchen garden that provides vegetables, soft fruit and cut flowers for the Castle year round • A recently restored original Paxton Vinery • Polytunnels for plant propagation and plant production for sale to visitors • A proximity to Ireland’s Southern coast ensuring a comparatively mild climate in winter and superb growing conditions. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES • Delivery of a high standard of horticulture and a willingness to learn best practice horticultural techniques • A desire to acquire a strong plant knowledge • Assist in the day-to-day maintenance and development of Lismore gardens including: management of soil, trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants; turf care; pest & disease; weed control; compost; path care, plant propagation and irrigation. • Be able to work as part of a team or independently on tasks set by the Head Gardener or Gardens Supervisor. • To work in a safe manner in accordance with company health and safety policy at all times. • To communicate and assist with requests from the public and castle guests. • To work weekend duties when required. • To undergo training as and when required to enable fulfilment and development of role. • To operate and maintenance of garden machinery, tools. • Assist cross departmental teams PERSON SPECIFICATION • Leaving certificate or equivalent education • Ability to work within a team in all- weather conditions. • Ability to follow instructions with excellent attention to detail. • Full Irish driver licence (desirable but not essential) • Passionate about horticulture and sustainability. • Be flexible in working hours in line with peaks and troughs of activity in the calendar year. • Dynamic – ability to bring energy to the organisation • Interpersonal skills • Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines What we offer We can offer you the opportunity to work in the beautiful surroundings of the Lismore Estate in County Waterford, Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to earn a Level 6 in horticulture while also earning valuable hands-on experience working with a team of knowledgeable horticulturalist. Applicants should note the successful candidate will be expected to successfully complete 6 months of probation with Lismore Castle Gardens before they commence the apprenticeship in September 2025. Our core values include “Being Inclusive” and we particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates who are currently under-represented. We also welcome applicants from the LGBTQ+ community.

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Staff Nurses/social CARE Workers/support Workers

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