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Longford Forest | Circa €38,900 per annum Be the difference between a good break and a great break As Guest Services Shift Manager, you'll lead daily operations for the Guest Services team, ensuring exceptional care for around 4,500 guests per break. You'll coordinate arrivals, manage smooth processes and resolve guest issues promptly and professionally. What you'll be doing Oversee Guest Services operations and arrivals to ensure smooth daily processes Resolve guest issues promptly while leading, coaching and supporting the team Maintain compliance with company policies and deliver consistent high-quality service What's in it for you Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa) Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants Bonus scheme and recognition rewards A supportive, friendly team Career development and in-role training Your working hours Full-time contract, with shifts falling between 8am and 10pm You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 150 hours over a 4‑week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements This role includes early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays Premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday About you Skilled in resolving escalated guest complaints with professionalism Exceptional customer service, communication and negotiation abilities Proficient in computer literacy and highly organised Approachable and effective at building relationships across all levels Our values Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us. Sound like your kind of job? Apply online today - interviews are ongoing Working here Check your route before applying - Longford Forest, isn't easily reached by public transport: Plan Your Journey
Senior Retrofit Coordinator
About Activ8 Solar Energies Activ8 Solar Energies is Ireland's leading solar and renewable energy company. As we continue to expand our energy efficiency and retrofit services, we are seeking a Senior Retrofit Coordinator to support the delivery of our One Stop Shop (OSS) retrofit programme across Ireland. This permanent position is based in Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan and includes a competitive salary, performance bonus, pension, healthcare, and a comprehensive benefits package. Why Join Activ8? At Activ8, we are committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions while creating an exceptional workplace for our people. Our values guide everything we do:
YouthReach Resource Person
QUALIFICATIONS AND ELIGIBILITY ESSENTIAL: Candidates must hold a recognised Primary Degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience in a skilled capacity in the relevant subject area. GARDA VETTING: The contract is subject to Garda Vetting and no disclosure of convictions which CMETB considers would render the appointee suitable to work with children/vulnerable persons. Any conviction that, in the opinion of CMETB, renders the appointee unsuitable to work with children/vulnerable persons may give due cause for termination of the Contract of Employment. CMETB reserves the right to have its employees re-vetted every three years or more frequently, if deemed necessary/desirable. LOCATIONS: SHORTLISTING Shortlisting will take place on the basis of the information provided in the application form. During any shortlisting exercise that may be employed, CMETB examines the application forms and assesses them against criteria based on the requirements of the position. It is therefore in the candidates' own interests to provide a detailed and accurate account of qualifications and experience in their application form. Additional information pertaining to the application will not be accepted after the closing deadline, with no exceptions .
YouthReach Resource Person
QUALIFICATIONS AND ELIGIBILITY ESSENTIAL: Candidates must hold a recognised Primary Degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience in a skilled capacity in the relevant subject area. GARDA VETTING: The contract is subject to Garda Vetting and no disclosure of convictions which CMETB considers would render the appointee suitable to work with children/vulnerable persons. Any conviction that, in the opinion of CMETB, renders the appointee unsuitable to work with children/vulnerable persons may give due cause for termination of the Contract of Employment. CMETB reserves the right to have its employees re-vetted every three years or more frequently, if deemed necessary/desirable. LOCATIONS: SHORTLISTING Shortlisting will take place on the basis of the information provided in the application form. During any shortlisting exercise that may be employed, CMETB examines the application forms and assesses them against criteria based on the requirements of the position. It is therefore in the candidates' own interests to provide a detailed and accurate account of qualifications and experience in their application form. Additional information pertaining to the application will not be accepted after the closing deadline, with no exceptions .
Assistant Staff Officer
Who we are: The Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly was established under the Local Government Reform Act 2014 and has a statutory role in the regional government structure for the 12 Eastern and Midland local authorities. The main roles of the Assembly are to: • Participate in the design and delivery of EU funding programmes, notably the EU Just Transition Fund. • Identify, participate and co-ordinate EU projects. • Prepare, adopt and implement the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES). • Support the national delegation to the Committee of the Regions (CoR). • Oversee and support the Irish Regions European Office (IREO) in Brussels. • Support the work of the National Oversight and Audit Commission. The Role: The position of Assistant Staff Officer is a first level position in the middle management structure of the Assembly. An Assistant Staff Officer is required to be an effective, participative member of a team and will be required to supervise staff, manage the distribution of work and provide one-to-one coaching and training for junior staff members. The successful candidate will be based in the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly offices in Ballymun, Dublin 9. Duties: Key duties and responsibilities • Manage the day-to-day workings for the area of responsibility, including administration, finance and corporate functions. • Support the line manager to ensure the section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Assembly's Corporate Plan and operational plans. • Process transactions in Agresso financial management software and update staff records in CORE HR. • Assist with the processing of HR functions. • Assist with the administration of Assembly meetings. • Prepare reports, correspondence and other documents as necessary. • Provide administrative support to the Planning team and EU team. • Assist with the administration of key EMRA projects, including EU funded projects. • Other duties that may be assigned to the officer from time to time. The appointee will be required to carry out the duties attached to the post, under the general direction of the Senior Staff Officer, to whom he/she reports, and to whom he/she is responsible for the performance of these duties. Eligibility Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate 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. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) (a) 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 (b) 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 (ii) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination; or (iii) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. Confined i. Be a serving employee in either the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly or Dublin City Council and have not less than two years' satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or an analogous post; or ii. Be a serving employee in a local authority or a regional assembly and have not less than two years' satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or an analogous post. Ideal candidate will demonstrate: • Experience in the use of a Financial Management System. • Knowledge of financial procedures. • Knowledge and understanding of regional and local government policies and structures. • Understanding of the role of an Assistant Staff Officer. • Experience of working as part of a team. • Experience in managing and motivating staff. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. • Experience of preparing reports and correspondence. • Experience in the use of desktop office products such as Excel, Word and email. The Competition Recruitment arrangements to this grade will now be on the following basis: A. 50% confined to employees of the sector. B. 30% open. C. 20% confined to employees of EMRA and Dublin City Council. The Regional Assembly will form three separate panels of suitably qualified candidates to meet the requirements agreed nationally of the ratio of posts to be confined to the Local Government sector, Open/External, and those confined to the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly and Dublin City Council staff. The order of candidates placed on each of the three panels is determined by where they were placed on the overall Order of Merit List. • Panel A (Confined to Local Authority Sector) will comprise successful applicants in order of merit from within the Local Authority Sector only, i.e., candidates serving in a Local Authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). • Panel B (Open) will comprise all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly and external applicants. • Panel C (Confined to EMRA and Dublin City Council) will comprise all successful applicants in order of merit from within this pool only. Terms and Conditions 1. The Post The post is whole-time and permanent. 2. Probation There will be a six-month probation period which may be extended at the discretion of the Director. 3. Superannuation If you are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 and are liable to pay Class A PRSI contributions, you would be required in respect of superannuation to make contributions at the rate of 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 1.5% of full pensionable remuneration. You are required in respect of spouses' and children's pension benefit to contribute at the rate of 1.5% of full pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of schemes made under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Maximum retirement age is 65. If the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 applies to your employment, 65 is the minimum age at which your pension may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation you will not be required to retire on grounds of age. Persons who become pensionable officers of a regional assembly who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of gross pay. Maximum retirement age is 65. If you are pensionable under the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, you are required to pay contributions as follows: • 3% of gross remuneration; and • 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration. The minimum age at which you may retire is allied with the State Contributory Pension age (currently 66). The maximum retirement age is 70. 4. Salary Salary shall be at Local Government Assistant Staff Officer level: €36,474 to €56,015 (2nd LSI) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Persons who are not serving local authority employees on or after 1st January 2011 will be based on the minimum of the scale. 5. Hours of Work 35 hours per week over 5 days. The successful applicant may on occasion be requested to work outside of normal office hours, if necessary, without additional remuneration. Flexible working arrangements may apply; this may include hybrid working. The Assembly reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. 6. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for the position will be 30 days per year pro rata. 7. Retirement There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years. The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. 8. Residence Post holders shall reside within a reasonable commutable distance of Ballymun, Co. Dublin. The Director of the Eastern & Midland Regional Assembly reserves the right to assign the post holder to any premises, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. 9. Start Date The Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly shall require the successful candidate to take up their appointment within a reasonable period. Should they fail to take up the appointment within an agreed period, the Assembly, at its discretion, may not appoint them.
Governance, Compliance and Evaluation Officer
Role & Responsibilities: This role sits at the centre of clinical service governance, supporting the effective oversight of service performance across quality and compliance. It ensures governance processes run consistently, performance information is accurate and meaningful, and actions are clearly tracked and progressed. Working closely with senior leadership, the role brings structure, discipline, and clarity to a busy and complex service environment. It requires strong organisational capability alongside the ability to interpret, synthesise, and communicate information in a way that supports decision-making and drives actionable insight. The successful candidate will demonstrate confidence in progressing actions, supporting clear visibility of activity across teams, and ensuring information is structured, coherent, and accessible for use. The role co-ordinates performance data, service evaluation outcomes, policies, audits, and departmental governance processes as an integrated function. This creates a clear, reliable view of service performance, aligned with organisational standards and strategic priorities, and equips leadership with the insight required to drive improvement and effective accountability. Below outlines the key duties and responsibilities of this position Governance & Oversight
Finance Coordinator
About Oxfam Oxfam are a global movement of people who fight inequality to end poverty and injustice. Our main areas of work are Tackling Inequality & Ending Poverty, Supporting Vulnerable Communities, Responding to Conflict and Disaster, Campaigning for Change, Protecting the Planet and Fighting for Gender Justice. To find out additional information about our work please visit theOxfam Website. Benefits Private health insurance Generous pension scheme (9% employer contributions) Life insurance ( 4 x annual salary) Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Enhanced holiday and sickness leave increased with length of service25 days plus 11 bank holidays & options to buy/sell annual leave) Employee Assistance programme including accessing to helpline counselling and wellbeing programme Cycle to work scheme The Role Oxfam Ireland is currently looking for a Finance Coordinatortoensure effective data processing, reporting, financial management, implementation of partner accounting, reporting, monitoring systems and capacity development support to partners for Oxfam Ireland’s 5-year programme under Ireland’s Civil Society Partnership (ICSP) funded by the Irish Government through Irish Aid. The successful applicant will be a focal point for all financial matters for the ICSP Programme and ensure compliance with all the Oxfam guidelines in the implementation of the programme. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Be responsible for the financial implementation of the ICSP grant. Effectively manage the financial and logistical elements of ICSP operations in Ireland and oversee the correct and up to date implementation of the grant in the 8 participating countries (including Ireland). · Compile all the financial reports from the 8 countries of implementation (including Ireland) into a single annual financial report in line with Irish Aid requirements and templates. · Work with the ICSP PMU, Oxfam country teams and partner organisations to ensure excellent programme and budget performance. · Provide training, support and guidance to partners including building their capacity to effectively manage the ICSP grant, in coordination with the PMU and Oxfam country teams. ESSENTIAL SKILLS To be considered for the role, candidates should possess a range of skills and experience including: · Qualified accountant, by examination. ACCA, CIMA, ACA · Previous experience in working for an INGO or similar · Previous experience in managing large multi country projects/programmes. · Previous experience with institutional donors. · Ability to prioritise own workload and work independently to deadlines.
Procurement and Operations Co-Ordinator
Company Overview Re-Gen group is a £100m business, which began its journey in 2004 as an integrated recycling and waste management company. The Group now comprises a Robotic Tank cleaning company (Re-Gen Robotics), an offsite prefabricated bathroom pod manufacturing company (Connex Offsite Ltd) and a Tiltrotator Manufacturer (Versaffix). These companies are part of a dynamic family-owned business with a track record of success, achieved by our ethos of competitiveness through continual improvement. Overall Purpose of Job As Re-Gen Waste continues to expand its operations across Northern Ireland, including the development of our Derryboy site, we are seeking a reliable and hands on Operations & Procurement Assistant to support both our day-to-day logistics and administrative functions. This is a dynamic, role ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their work. The successful candidate will be responsible for physically supporting operations on the ground (e.g. unloading lorries, goods inwards, site runs), while also assisting with procurement administration, stock control, Microsoft reporting, and cross-site coordination between our Newry HQ and Derryboy site. You’ll be a vital link between teams, helping ensure materials, data, and communication flow smoothly. Roles and Responsibilities · Support loading and unloading of lorries, vans, and delivery vehicles. · Act as a link between Newry HQ and the Derryboy site, transporting stock, materials, and paperwork. · Assist with goods-inward tasks, including checking deliveries, logging stock, and reporting discrepancies. · Carry out general site duties such as stock checks, material movements, and assisting site supervisors. · Keep vehicles and equipment clean, safe, and roadworthy. · Assist the procurement team with raising purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and updating supplier records. · Maintain and update stock levels and supplier details in internal systems. · Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials. · Support with invoice checks, delivery note reconciliation and maintaining organised records. · Use Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook to manage logs, reports, and communications. · Handle general admin tasks including printing, scanning, and filing. · Drive the company van between sites and carry out collections and deliveries as required. · Support with ad-hoc tasks and urgent material pickups as needed. Essential Criteria: · Full UK Driving Licence · Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) · Strong organisational and time management skills · Good communication and teamwork abilities · Flexible and willing to support across departments Desirable Criteria: · Experience using procurement or stock control systems · Forklift licence or manual handling training · Familiarity with supplier liaison or courier coordination · Basic health & safety training (e.g. COSHH, manual handling Benefits: · Canteen · Employee discount · Free parking · Health & wellbeing programme · Life insurance · On-site gym · On-site parking · Referral programme Re-Gen is an equal opportunities employer whom employs a workforce with members from all sections of the community and is committed to appointing candidates purely based on merit.
District Administrator
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of District Administrator.It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which permanent and temporary vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The District Administrator is based in a District office (Baltinglass, Bray, Greystones, Wicklow and Arklow). They are the primary point of contact and liaison with Elected Members of the district and other Council Department in relation to all operational matters for the district. Duties may also include representing the District or Council on various committees and contributing through the business planning process to the formulation of policy. The post holder will be directly accountable for the work of the staff reporting to them. The post holder will work under the direction and control of the District Manager or analogous grade or other officer designated by the Chief Executive Officer as appropriate. The District Administrator is responsible for management of the day-to-day operations of the section or department and is a contributor to the strategic and policy making decision of the local authority. They will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of policies and strategies and to work closely with the Elected Members, Oireachtas members and senior managers in delivering services to the highest standard. The post holder will be expected to support the operations of the Elected Members, and administer local council meetings. The District Administrator role will require excellent administrative, employee management, interpersonal and communication skills. Wicklow County Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and permanent vacancies for District Administrator positions that may be filled throughout the lifetime of the panel. While the first filling of these positions is for District Administrator, successful candidates may be redeployed at Administrative officer grade in the council to other roles. Recruitment arrangements to this grade will be on the following basis: · Panel A – 50% confined to employees of the sector. · Panel B – 30% open. · Panel C – 20% confined to employees of Wicklow County Council. The Council will form three sperate panels of suitably qualified candidates to meet the requirements agreed nationally of the ratio of posts to be confined to the local government sector, open, and those confined to Wicklow County Council staff. The order of candidates placed on each of the three panels is determined by where they were placed on the overall Order of Merit List. Panel A (Confined to Local Authority Sector) will comprise of successful applicants in order of merit from within the Local Authority Sector only i.e. candidates serving in a local authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). Panel B (Open) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly and external applicants. Panel C (Confined to Wicklow County Council) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit from within the recruiting Local Authority i.e., candidates serving in Wicklow County Council. For the purposes of the above, the sector Panel A is comprehended to include all Local Authorities and the three Regional Assemblies only . Staff who are not existing employees of local authorities or regional assemblies are not eligible to apply for competitions confined to the sector (Panel A) or to the local authority (Panel C). 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: Applicants to Panel B (Open) (i) (a) 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 (b) 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 (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. (iv) shall have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panel A) (v) (a) be a serving employee in a local authority, or a regional assembly and have no less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post, AND (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panel C) (i) (a) be a serving employee of Wicklow County Council, and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. AND (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. PLEASE NOTE: 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. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to an District Administrator. (a) Meeting Administrator to service all District Meetings, including Annual General Meeting while ensuring adherence to standing orders. (b) Support to Elected Members. (c) Administration and implementation of work programmes for the district, including working with all community stakeholders as appropriate. (d) Preparation and Management of district budgets, to include the ability to manage financial resources with a budgetary control framework and manage budgets as required. (e) Provide high level administrative support based on a thorough understanding of the overall workings and policies of the council. (f) Supervision and Management of Staff including general office management ensuring that services ae delivered efficiently and in line with Corporate Objectives. (g) Promote a culture of dignity, respect and fairness and seek to eliminate all forms of discrimination. Promote equality of opportunity and protect the human rights of staff and service users. (h) Supervise and participate in the Performance Management Development System (PMDS). (i) Manage workload effectively within team ensuring that the targets set for that work area are reached. (j) Project Management as required. (k) Policy formation. (l) Successfully manage the relationship and attending meetings with internal departments and external service providers as needed. (m) Possess a high degree of initiative and be able to work both as an individual and as a team member. (n) Maintain/develop appropriate records, reports and documentation as required. (o) To implement the systems necessary to support the services. (p) Continuously monitoring existing procedures to ensure they comply with best practice and the development of new/improved procedures where appropriate. (q) Use all technology and equipment assigned and complete all essential training successfully. An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: · Significant experience working in a Local Government role will be required for this position. Experience of dealing with Elected Representatives. Management of council meetings will be required. · Satisfactory knowledge of the functions and duties of Local Authorities, and awareness of current local government issues, priorities and challenges. · Ability to analyse information, make informed decisions and contribute to policy development and operational planning. A panel may be formed from which future permanent or temporary Administrative Officer positions may be filled. The position will be fulltime and pensionable. 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. 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; Persons who become pensionable public servants on or after 1st January 2013 will become members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme and, as such, will be required to pay contributions of 3% of pensionable remuneration and 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 dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers 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 the 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 dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers 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 officers 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.
Homecare Coordinator
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and advocating for the rights of people affected by dementia to quality supports and services. Our vision is an Ireland where people affected by dementia are valued and supported. A national non-profit organisation, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person centred, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core. The ASI is currently recruiting a Home Care Coordinator based at Bethany House, Barrack St, Carlow, R93 F8K3, reporting to the Operations Manager. This is a permanent contract working 35 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the home care service across Carlow/Kilkenny, along with assessing the needs of clients and carers, assigning staff to clients based on their needs and reviewing these assignments regularly. To be successful in this role you will need experience of working with people with dementia, older people or people with intellectual disabilities. A third level qualification is desirable but not essential. You will need good communication, organisational and administration skills and be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team. Having experience in Human Resource Management, Budget Management, Quality Standards and Risk Management is an advantage. A full driving licence is essential. Salary will be commensurate with the care sector and dependent on relevant experience. A detailed job description is available. If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to: recruit@alzheimer.ie Closing date for applications is 3rd July 2026. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Purpose of Position The Home Care Co-ordinator manages and co-ordinates person centred care and resources in the home in an efficient and effective manner to people living with dementia. He/she has responsibility for the supervision of home care staff in their area. He/she will work closely with other members of staff to ensure that they are cognisant of other services which the client/family may be receiving so that they can help ensure that all services are delivered in an integrated, seamless manner. Main Duties and Responsibilities Management • Supervise, co-ordinate and support the work of home care workers assigned to him/her. • Co-ordinate recruitment, induction and ongoing management of staff for the service. • Hold regular individual and group staff meetings to discuss performance, service enhancements, client welfare and relevant operational or procedural matters. • Identify training needs and plan/co-ordinate induction and training schedules for home carers. Act as mentor to home carers completing FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support. • Schedule and issue the home care staff roster on a weekly/monthly basis based on the individual needs of clients and the requirement for the service to be cost efficient. • Keep and maintain appropriate records in relation to all home carers assigned to him/her including pay, all forms of leave etc. • Prepare, certify and approve pay sheets and travelling expenses for home carers. • Ensure all home care workers and him/her self comply with the Society's policies and procedures. • Allocate a home carer from time to time to cover on a temporary basis in the day care centre when necessary. Client Work • Assess, identify and manage the needs of potential and existing clients. • Carry out and input into the assessment (initial and ongoing) of clients and decide whether Home Care, Day Care, or a Home Care Package is/are the most appropriate service(s) to offer the client. • Produce a detailed specification of the client's home care needs so that these can be matched to the work specification given to the home carer. • Review clients on a regular basis by liaising with those responsible for providing care to the client and convey to the client's primary carer/other healthcare professionals any concerns on client welfare. • Identify gaps in care provision and devise plans on how to address those needs. • Manage waiting lists for home care service in an efficient and effective manner. • Manage health and safety concerns by carrying out risk assessments and ensuring any issues or concerns are dealt with appropriately. Administration • Carry out the administration required to provide an efficient and effective Home Care Service in the area. • Keep and maintain appropriate records of clients in receipt of home care service. • Input required data into the billing system for issuing invoices to home care clients. • Ensure that accurate statistics are recorded for the home care service and provide reports to the Regional Manager, Committee and the HSE in regard to same. • Liaise with the client's primary carer and Public Health Nurse (PHN) to complete the home care record. • Process correspondence from clients' primary carers and administer any processing of payments etc. Advocacy • Ensure there is an awareness of the issues relating to dementia at a local level and promote the services provided locally by the Society. • Ensure compliance with the service level agreement by way of home care hours that need to be provided in the area. • Network and liaise with other service providers, health professionals and potential referral sources e.g. PHNs, GPs etc. to promote the service. • Organise events/seminars that could help promote the service. • Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. The principal accountabilities outline the main duties of the role. However, in an organisation such as the Society, it is inevitable that tasks may arise which may not fall within the remit of the above list of main duties. Employees are therefore required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in their job description. Should an additional responsibility become a regular part of an employee's job, the job description will be amended to reflect this. PERSON SPECIFICATION Knowledge/Experience • A standard of education sufficient to enable him/her to discharge the duties of the post satisfactorily. • Diploma in Health Service Management or equivalent qualification desirable. • Previous experience of working in a caring environment, preferably caring for people with dementia, older people or people who have learning disabilities, is essential. • Previous experience or an understanding of managing people or a service is essential. Skills/Competencies Strong Client Focus • Commitment to deliver a high quality person centred care service. • Empathy and respect for the rights of the individual with dementia. Management Skills • Ability to supervise, manage and motivate a team of home carers. • Ability to plan and manage change. • Excellent organisational skills in the area of general administration, resource allocation etc. • Financial awareness and ability to operate service within budget. • Ability to handle effectively challenging deadlines and multiple tasks. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • An understanding of legislation relevant to the role e.g. Health and Safety, Employment legislation etc. • Comprehensive understanding of the Irish health system and structures. • Experienced computer user with strong MS Office skills. Other Requirements • Suitable personal transport and a clean driving licence as this post involves regular travel access.
