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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 highly-motivated Staff Grade Occupational Therapists to join our teams in Bray (CDNT5) and Wicklow (CDNT6). Contract Type: Permanent post Contract Hours: Full time post - 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €41,553 – €60,730 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 32 days per annum. Overview of the Post: The post holder will be responsible for the provision of an occupational therapy service including assessment, diagnostics and intervention as required to all children accessing the service; and will work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing services to children and families. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of duties. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND · 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 · 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 · On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. · Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the State. · Candidates must hold a valid driving licence for within the State / jurisdiction with access to own transport in order to deliver services across a large geographical area. Desirable Criteria: · Experience working with children or adults with disabilities and their families. · Experience of interdisciplinary team working. · Relevant post graduate training specific to child disability services. · Experience in conducting assessment of needs. · Minimum of 1 year post graduate experience working with children with disabilities and their families. 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. NOTE: Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: 02 January 2026 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
Retail Sales Consultant
About This Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant at eir, you will be a face of our brand—engaging with customers to understand their needs and providing tailored broadband and mobile solutions that exceed expectations. In this dynamic retail role, every interaction is an opportunity to represent eir’s values, grow our customer base, and contribute to the success of your store. Enjoy earning a monthly salary along with additional earnings from our attractive commission structure. If you’re a people person with a passion for tech and a drive to hit targets, we’d love to hear from you. Why This Role: This is more than just a retail job—it’s your chance to build a career in an exciting and fast-paced industry. As a Retail Sales Consultant , you’ll: · Deliver outstanding customer service. · Work in a target-driven environment that rewards achievement. · Be part of a team where your input is valued and your success is celebrated. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy setting and enjoys sales and working with people. You'll receive full training, so even if you’re new to telecoms, you’ll be set up for success. Benefits include · Earn your annual salary of €27,473 + Attractive commission structure! · Continuous support, learning and opportunities for advancement. · Enhanced earning potential through various staff incentives. · Staff offer. · Free eir Wellness Programme & Employee Assistance Programme. · €500 Employee Referral Scheme. · Discounted healthcare plan. · Pension scheme contribution. · 22 days annual leave. · Generous family friendly policies, including fertility, pregnancy loss, menopause and others. · Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. · Paid leave benefits incl. maternity and sick leave benefits. · Tax saver tickets and bike to work scheme. Expectations From The Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant , your key responsibilities will include: · Customer Engagement: Build rapport with customers, understand their needs, and recommend the most suitable mobile and broadband solutions. · Sales Delivery: Consistently meet or exceed individual sales targets while contributing to the store’s overall performance. · Customer Experience: Handle queries and issues efficiently, ensuring every customer leaves satisfied. · Store Operations: Support daily administrative tasks, including stock control, data entry, and cash handling. · Product & Policy Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with eir’s product offerings, promotions, and store policies to ensure accurate and compliant service delivery. · Market Awareness: Keep informed of competitor offerings so you can provide customers with the most competitive and relevant information. Flexibility is essential—you’ll be required to work evenings and weekends in line with store trading hours. Requirements For A Successful Application: Knowledge, skills and abilities · Confidence in engaging with a variety of customers and understanding their needs. · Clear, effective communication skills with a strong ability to explain products and services. · A positive, target-driven mindset with a passion for providing great service. · Interest in mobile phones, broadband, and emerging technologies. Qualifications · 1–2 years of experience in retail or sales is desirable, but relevant life experience will also be considered. · A strong customer focus and a proactive attitude are key to success in this role. Others: At eir, we’re all about building connections—whether that’s through our products or our people. Working here means being part of a team that’s passionate about customer experience and driven by results. If you're looking for a role where you can grow your career, develop your leadership skills, and make a real impact—this is the place for you. eir reserves the right to conduct appropriate suitability checks in relation to prospective employees including but not limited to reference checking and/or other searches using publicly available information. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. #eirforall. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Occupational Therapist, Senior 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 Senior Occupational Therapists to join our team in Enable Ireland Wicklow Children’s Services, CDNT5, Bray . Contract Type: Permanent & Specified Purpose Contracts Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €59,662 - €70,624 pro rata per annum Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement : 33 days per annum pro rata Overview of the Post: To work as a senior member of the interdisciplinary team providing supports to children aged 0-18 years and families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of occupational therapy services to include assessment, diagnostics and intervention to children with a range of disabilities, clinical supervision and participate in the ongoing service delivery. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings including the Centre, schools, special schools, preschools and children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · 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/). · Have 3 years full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience. · 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. · Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. · On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. · Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Students and/or Occupational Therapy Assistants. Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the State. Candidates must hold a valid full driving licence for within the State/jurisdiction with access to own private transport in order to deliver services across a large geographical area. Desirable Criteria: · Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children with disabilities (0-18 years). · Experience of interdisciplinary team working. · Relevant postgraduate training specific to children with disabilities (0-18 years). 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: 02 January 2026 at 12:00 GMT. 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
Speech & Language Therapist, Senior 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 Senior Speech & Language Therapist to join our team in CDNT5, Bray, Wicklow . Contract Type Permanent – Full Time (35 hours) Salary €59,662 - €70,624 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 : 33 days Overview of the Post: To work as a senior member of the interdisciplinary team providing services to children aged 0-18 years and families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a speech & language therapy service to include assessment diagnostics and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service delivery to children with a range of disabilities. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings including the clinic, schools, preschools and special 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: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, as a Speech & Language Therapist by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU; AND · Have 3 years’ full time (or an aggregate of 3 years’ full time) post qualification clinical experience; AND · 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 · Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Speech & Language Therapist Register maintained by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Annual registration · On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Speech & Language Therapists Register maintained by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. · Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the State. · Candidates must hold a valid driving licence for within the State/jurisdiction with access to own private transport in order to deliver services across a large geographical area. Desirable Criteria: · Experience of interdisciplinary team working. · Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children with disabilities. · Experience working with children with Eating, Drinking and Swallowing difficulties. · Experience working with Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC). 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: 2 January 2026 at 13:00 GMT. 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
Water Network Maintenance and Repair Team Lead
Grade and Salary E (€49,252 - €73,877) We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The O&M team is responsible for the national delivery of water and wastewater operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water and wastewater treatment and network assets. The Regional O&M Team has a regional remit and is responsible for the regional operational management of water or wastewater treatment and network assets and the associated delivery of water/wastewater services through operational, maintenance and repair activities, while managing health and safety. The team is also responsible for the implementation of the regional operations, maintenance and repair plan that forms part of the national operations, maintenance and repair plan, contributing to the development, management, implementation and approval of same. Managing change and transformation activities is a key aspect of this team's responsibility particularly in the initial phases as the regional operations team splits into separate water and wastewater teams and ways of working are standardised. Reporting to the Water Conservation Lead the Water Network Maintenance and Repair Team Lead has a remit over a geographical area and is responsible for overseeing planned and reactive maintenance and repair activities across the network infrastructure in a safe manner. The Water Network M&R Team Lead will be responsible for leading, supporting and developing a team of Network M&R Operatives and provide them with the necessary direction and skills in order to ensure the provision of maintenance and repair services across the water network. Out of hours working will be required and appropriate overtime rates will apply. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Operational Responsibilities: • Responsible for leading and managing the performance of a team of network operatives across the across the water infrastructure and to provide them with the necessary direction and skills in order to ensure the provision of services in a geographical area. • Ensure data capture on issues that are relevant to contribute to the development of operational, maintenance and repair plans. • Responsible for the management and replacement of failed or failing assets e.g. repairs of bursts and leaks, water mains replacements, customer boundary box, valves, hydrants, meters, short pipe lengths, booster pumps and all ancillary equipment, in order to deliver consistent customer service. This will include the management of any contractors employed to assist in such works. • Manage and organise the maintenance and repair of newly commissioned / upgraded assets as required by undertaking appropriate site training and supporting adequate resourcing. • Develop the skills of team members through provision of coaching and training in all aspects of the operation of relevant works. • Safeguard the team works in accordance with defined levels of operational competence, hygiene code of practice, health and safety requirements and legislation, QA systems and standard operating procedures using the technology systems provided while ensuring all information is accurately reported and promptly recorded for audit purposes. • Responsible for undertaking and reviewing administrative tasks, including the review of timesheets, work orders, H&S records and inventory management using the technology systems provided. • Participate where required in the application of Road Opening Licences and liaising with Operation Support Team of provision of information necessary. This will include any follow ups measures as required including the management of temporary & permanent reinstatement. • Contribute to the development of task schedules and standard operating procedures for the provision of network services that maximise quality of output, efficiency and support the adoption of processes. • Responsible for monitoring and reporting KPIs for processes over which they have ownership. • Participate in out of hours working as required. Budget Management: • Responsible for the management of costs associated with the Network Maintenance & Repair team. • Co-ordinate the effective and efficient use of budgetary resources including inventory management, through team meetings, productivity management, utilisation of vehicles and euipment (both fleet or hired), implementation of work tasks and monitoring of water network operations. Customer and Incident Management: • Manage proactive and reactive activities to deliver consistent customer service. • Responsible for the investigation of complaints regarding water services including various internal and external stakeholder engagement. • Responsible for inputting updates into the Uisce Éireann outage management system including various internal and external stakeholder engagement as required. • Support in the coordination of incident and emergency response, ensuring all health and safety standards are met and pollution classifications are consistent, in conjunction with the Pollution Control Coordinator. Health and Safety: • Ensure all health and safety inductions are completed and that all equipment is provided, appropriate to the job and necessary calibrations periodically. • Responsible for the implementation of the Construction Regulations including undertaking of duties assigned under the Regulations, as per Uisce Éireann policies, safety statements and plans. Oversee policy implementation and best practice standards including safe working practices. • Ensure all health and safety and procedures are adhered to including traffic management plans, risk assessments (Safe System of Work Plan), use of PPE etc. • Responsible for ensuring personnel have relevant safety skills, training and associated documentation, including Safe Pass cards and, where relevant, Construction Skills Certificate cards • Identify hazards and assess risks for Operational areas of responsibility. • Carry out any other duties deemed necessary and / or required which your line manager may reasonably request. General Duties and Responsibilities: • Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives. • Provide visible leadership for your team, coaching and developing them to achieve their full potential and deliver business objectives, promoting collaboration and highlighting the behaviours that are expected from everyone in the team. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information, and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation. • Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Secondary education or equivalent work experience • Minimum of 3 years direct relevant experience of working in a similar role within water network & maintenance repair service • FETAC level 5 / QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate or equivalent – Craft in apprenticeship such as: Craft of Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting is desirable. • We work better together- Team Leader skills including capability of building a high performing team and of developing people to realise their full potential and achieve results through effective coaching, delegation, and support. • Effective communication skills, to engage with a broad range of internal stakeholders and front-line employees. • Computing skills i.e., ability to create and interpret spreadsheets and databases. • An understanding of key network infrastructure (e.g., Control Valves, Pumps etc.) is an advantage. • An understanding of Trunk Main operations, Network Management, DMA Operability etc is an advantage. • We keep each other safe- Experience / understanding of working within a strong health & safety culture. • Full clean driving licence • We aim high - Specialist skills and in-depth knowledge in water treatment and/or the maintaining and repairing of water abstraction and treatment assets is an advantage. • Experience of managing and controlling costs is an advantage. • Knowledge of managing process compliance is an advantage CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Leakage Detection Senior Operative
Grade and Salary F (€40,438 - €60,657) The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The Operations and Management (O&M) team is responsible for the national delivery of water and wastewater operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water and wastewater treatment and network assets. Reporting to the Leakage Detection Team Lead, the Leakage Detection Senior Operative is responsible for monitoring Uisce Éireann pipe infrastructure using specialised equipment to measure water pressure and flow, detecting leaks in the network, and escalating these to the Team Lead. Main Duties and Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Community Sports Development Officer
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Community Sports Development Officer. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The aim of the Community Sports Development Officer funding by Sport Ireland is to strengthen and enhance the capacity of the Local Sports Partnerships to further develop locally led plans and more long term sustainable physical activity programmes under the National Physical Activity Plan (Action 46). Objectives: Support the development of exciting and dynamic opportunities to increase participation for people who are sedentary Capacity build smaller National Governing Bodies (NGBs) that do not currently have development officers and other stakeholders to deliver services to increase participation Develop sustainable local leadership for sport within communities. QUALIFICATIONS 1 Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2 Health Candidates shall in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3 Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) (i) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND (ii) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) OR (iii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, OR (iv) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. (b) Have at least two years satisfactory relevant experience in a sports development environment (c) Have experience working with sports clubs, community groups, and young people in a community setting. (d) Have experience in planning, coordinating and delivering sustainable sporting and recreational programmes. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Community Sports Development Officer: The Community Sports Development Officer (CSDO) will foster and encourage a culture of Active Participation, supporting opportunities for and access to sport and physical activity in local communities. The CSDO will address barriers to participation and encourage access and increase opportunities for participation by those who experience disadvantage for any reason. The CSDO will cover work in the below areas: Research • Establish a baseline in the communities chosen for interventions and conduct an audit of local clubs and update where this has already been completed Community Activation • Consult and work with local communities to identify the need and demand for new activities • Provide guidance and support to develop sustainable community sports clubs • Establish a sports forum that will enable clubs to work together • Tackle local barriers to participation through targeted programmes and initiatives • Support and maintain strong links between schools and community sports clubs Planning • Develop action plans in line with the needs of the community Relationship Building • Work with smaller national governing bodies that do not currently have development officers to increase opportunities for participation Facilitation • Support the continued roll out of Sport Ireland’s investment including Dormant Accounts Funded projects • Coordinate and facilitate training and development opportunities Evaluation • Implement Wicklow Sports Partnerships monitoring and evaluation framework for all projects Financial Management • Implement Wicklow Sports Partnerships financial monitoring template for the operational budget IT IS A REQUIREMENT FOR CANDIDATES TO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING: • Experience of working in a sports development environment is essential (2 years or more) • Experience of working with sports clubs, community groups, and young people in a community setting • Experience in planning, co-ordinating and delivering sustainable sporting & recreational programmes DESIRABLE FOR CANDIDATES TO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING: • A recognised qualification at a minimum of certificate level or equivalent in sports development, leisure management or similar • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in sports development or physical activity provision. • Excellent communication skills • Excellent organisational skills • A good understanding of project-based programme delivery with measurable outcomes • A good understanding of project evaluation • Be motivated by and committed to sports development and increasing opportunities for participation, in particular among hard to reach groups in local communities • Be self-motivated and able to work independently to meet or exceed goals PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Assistant Planner positions may be filled. The position will be fulltime and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 – 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply; (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be three months (temporary contract) and six months (permanent contract) this period may be extended at the Chief Executive discretion; (c) such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons in satisfactory. Salary: €35,613.00 - €54,911.00 per annum includes 2nd LSI EL 07/2025 The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7 hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with one hour lunch between 1.00pm and 2.00pm. There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time for which Time in Lieu will apply. No overtime applies to this post. A flexi system is also in operation. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. 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 f) 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. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Persons who are NOT new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018, are subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. With effect from 1st January 2013, persons who are pensionable under the terms of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will have a minimum retirement age of 66 years initially rising in line with the State Pension age changes. Members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme have a compulsory retirement age of 70 years.
