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Role Overview: As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will earn as you learn and gain a recognised qualification alongside practical hands-on experience working for one of a variety of Civil Service organisations. Whether you are school leaver, starting out in your career, looking to upskill, or change career, this apprenticeship may be for you. The comprehensive teaching and learning experience will lay a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the Civil Service. As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will improve your skills and knowledge in areas such as: • improving operational delivery and business performance, • budgeting and financial management, • providing quality customer service to the public, • project management and evaluating performance, • the use of technology and data to improve processes, • human resources and talent management. Throughout the programme, you will also build your understanding of how public services are delivered, engage with a variety of business functions, and improve your digital and leadership capabilities in a changing world of work. For the English language stream, positions are available in Dublin, Kildare, Laois and Leitrim. Some of the positions available in this competition will provide an opportunity for suitable candidates to develop their Irish skills further, through an Irish language stream in the following locations: Donegal (Gaoth Dobhair) and Galway (Na Forbacha). You will find out more about the Irish language stream later in this booklet. Candidates who successfully complete their apprenticeship will be given the opportunity to continue to develop their career at Executive Officer level, which is the entry grade to junior management in the Civil Service. Why not take this exciting opportunity to join us and to earn while you learn? Who should apply? We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about learning new skills, making positive changes to society, and seeking to kick-start a career in the Civil Service. Are you someone who: • wants to Earn as you Learn, gaining a recognised qualification while working in a supportive environment? • is enthusiastic, adaptable and eager to develop new skills? • holds a strong commitment to public service, with a desire to contribute positively to society? • is a good communicator who enjoys collaborating as part of a team or project group? • is motivated by challenge and driven to overcome obstacles? • is driven to create meaningful, positive change? For the Irish language stream, are you someone who: • is eager to provide Irish language or bilingual services to the public? • wants to develop your Irish language skills? The 26 month Business and Operations apprenticeship programme is designed to be inclusive and accessible, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and educational levels. Whatever your individual journey, the apprenticeship is a unique opportunity to grow, contribute and build a meaningful career in the Civil Service. Please note as follows: • The Principal Conditions of Service applicable to the role, including details of salary, and Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility applicable to the role, including citizenship requirements, are accessible in Booklet III of the additional documents on the job listing. • Information on location of vacancies and the General Rules and Regulations Governing Recruitment Competitions held by publicjobs are accessible in Booklet II of the additional documents on the job listing. • Further information about the Civil Service career path, including the grade structure, is accessible on our website EN or GA. • Visit the FAQ page on our website EN or GA for more information about the recruitment process. Essential Requirements: Candidates must, on or before Thursday 30th April 2026: (a) be at least 18 years of age and (b) possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Applicants who possess a Level 5 qualification or higher are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate their interest in and motivation for becoming a Business and Operations Apprentice in the Civil Service. During the interview, a candidate’s interest and motivation will be assessed along with the following two capability areas: Evidence Informed Delivery Communicating and Collaborating For further information on the interest and motivation section and the capability areas which will be assessed at interview, please see page 13. In addition to the above, candidates applying for the Irish language stream should satisfy themselves that they have a minimum B1 level of spoken Irish on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR using the self assessment grid EN or GA. Candidates should expect to have their spoken Irish assessed as part of the interview stage. Candidates who possess a B2 level or higher of spoken Irish are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The specific duties of each apprenticeship role will largely be determined by the Civil Service organisation to which you are assigned. However, some duties and responsibilities will be common to all roles, such as: • Attending all scheduled training as part of this apprenticeship • Meeting all progression milestones, and achieve the required certifications as outlined throughout the apprenticeship programme • Completing on the job training • Playing an active role on the team, and participating effectively as a team member in pursuit of team goals • Collaborating effectively with other teams and business units in your organisation to ensure the delivery of high quality work in a timely manner • Being enthusiastic and flexible, results focused with the ability to work independently • Presenting written material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner • Improving customer service processes and dealing directly with the public to deliver services and initiatives • Participating in organisational activities and contributing new ideas to improve processes • Providing Irish language or bilingual services to the public Irish language stream only • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role which may be identified from time to time This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Pathway to Executive Officer in the Civil Service: If you successfully complete your Civil Service Business and Operations Apprenticeship, this opens the possibility of a bright future ahead of you as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. For those Business and Operations apprentices who successfully complete all elements of their 26 month programme and who are on track to achieve the QQI Level 6 NFQ award, you will be given the opportunity to join the Civil Service as an Executive Officer. During the final quarter of the programme, qualifying apprentices will be invited to apply to a specific competition run by publicjobs to be appointed as an Executive Officer. To note, a specific Irish language competition will be run for qualifying apprentices on the Irish language stream. For the Irish language stream, you must also have obtained a minimum B2 level on the CEFR to be eligible for a confined competition for an Irish language Executive Officer position. If successful, you will be appointed as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service, and potentially within the organisation where you have completed your apprenticeship. Salary: €28,814 per year
Business and Operations Apprentice
Role Overview: As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will earn as you learn and gain a recognised qualification alongside practical hands-on experience working for one of a variety of Civil Service organisations. Whether you are school leaver, starting out in your career, looking to upskill, or change career, this apprenticeship may be for you. The comprehensive teaching and learning experience will lay a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the Civil Service. As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will improve your skills and knowledge in areas such as: • improving operational delivery and business performance, • budgeting and financial management, • providing quality customer service to the public, • project management and evaluating performance, • the use of technology and data to improve processes, • human resources and talent management. Throughout the programme, you will also build your understanding of how public services are delivered, engage with a variety of business functions, and improve your digital and leadership capabilities in a changing world of work. For the English language stream, positions are available in Dublin, Kildare, Laois and Leitrim. Some of the positions available in this competition will provide an opportunity for suitable candidates to develop their Irish skills further, through an Irish language stream in the following locations: Donegal (Gaoth Dobhair) and Galway (Na Forbacha). You will find out more about the Irish language stream later in this booklet. Candidates who successfully complete their apprenticeship will be given the opportunity to continue to develop their career at Executive Officer level, which is the entry grade to junior management in the Civil Service. Why not take this exciting opportunity to join us and to earn while you learn? Who should apply? We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about learning new skills, making positive changes to society, and seeking to kick-start a career in the Civil Service. Are you someone who: • wants to Earn as you Learn, gaining a recognised qualification while working in a supportive environment? • is enthusiastic, adaptable and eager to develop new skills? • holds a strong commitment to public service, with a desire to contribute positively to society? • is a good communicator who enjoys collaborating as part of a team or project group? • is motivated by challenge and driven to overcome obstacles? • is driven to create meaningful, positive change? For the Irish language stream, are you someone who: • is eager to provide Irish language or bilingual services to the public? • wants to develop your Irish language skills? The 26 month Business and Operations apprenticeship programme is designed to be inclusive and accessible, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and educational levels. Whatever your individual journey, the apprenticeship is a unique opportunity to grow, contribute and build a meaningful career in the Civil Service. Please note as follows: • The Principal Conditions of Service applicable to the role, including details of salary, and Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility applicable to the role, including citizenship requirements, are accessible in Booklet III of the additional documents on the job listing. • Information on location of vacancies and the General Rules and Regulations Governing Recruitment Competitions held by publicjobs are accessible in Booklet II of the additional documents on the job listing. • Further information about the Civil Service career path, including the grade structure, is accessible on our website EN or GA. • Visit the FAQ page on our website EN or GA for more information about the recruitment process. Essential Requirements: Candidates must, on or before Thursday 30th April 2026: (a) be at least 18 years of age and (b) possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Applicants who possess a Level 5 qualification or higher are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate their interest in and motivation for becoming a Business and Operations Apprentice in the Civil Service. During the interview, a candidate’s interest and motivation will be assessed along with the following two capability areas: Evidence Informed Delivery Communicating and Collaborating For further information on the interest and motivation section and the capability areas which will be assessed at interview, please see page 13. In addition to the above, candidates applying for the Irish language stream should satisfy themselves that they have a minimum B1 level of spoken Irish on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR using the self assessment grid EN or GA. Candidates should expect to have their spoken Irish assessed as part of the interview stage. Candidates who possess a B2 level or higher of spoken Irish are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The specific duties of each apprenticeship role will largely be determined by the Civil Service organisation to which you are assigned. However, some duties and responsibilities will be common to all roles, such as: • Attending all scheduled training as part of this apprenticeship • Meeting all progression milestones, and achieve the required certifications as outlined throughout the apprenticeship programme • Completing on the job training • Playing an active role on the team, and participating effectively as a team member in pursuit of team goals • Collaborating effectively with other teams and business units in your organisation to ensure the delivery of high quality work in a timely manner • Being enthusiastic and flexible, results focused with the ability to work independently • Presenting written material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner • Improving customer service processes and dealing directly with the public to deliver services and initiatives • Participating in organisational activities and contributing new ideas to improve processes • Providing Irish language or bilingual services to the public Irish language stream only • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role which may be identified from time to time This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Pathway to Executive Officer in the Civil Service: If you successfully complete your Civil Service Business and Operations Apprenticeship, this opens the possibility of a bright future ahead of you as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. For those Business and Operations apprentices who successfully complete all elements of their 26 month programme and who are on track to achieve the QQI Level 6 NFQ award, you will be given the opportunity to join the Civil Service as an Executive Officer. During the final quarter of the programme, qualifying apprentices will be invited to apply to a specific competition run by publicjobs to be appointed as an Executive Officer. To note, a specific Irish language competition will be run for qualifying apprentices on the Irish language stream. For the Irish language stream, you must also have obtained a minimum B2 level on the CEFR to be eligible for a confined competition for an Irish language Executive Officer position. If successful, you will be appointed as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service, and potentially within the organisation where you have completed your apprenticeship. Salary: €28,814 per year
Business and Operations Apprentice
Role Overview: As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will earn as you learn and gain a recognised qualification alongside practical hands-on experience working for one of a variety of Civil Service organisations. Whether you are school leaver, starting out in your career, looking to upskill, or change career, this apprenticeship may be for you. The comprehensive teaching and learning experience will lay a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the Civil Service. As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will improve your skills and knowledge in areas such as: • improving operational delivery and business performance, • budgeting and financial management, • providing quality customer service to the public, • project management and evaluating performance, • the use of technology and data to improve processes, • human resources and talent management. Throughout the programme, you will also build your understanding of how public services are delivered, engage with a variety of business functions, and improve your digital and leadership capabilities in a changing world of work. For the English language stream, positions are available in Dublin, Kildare, Laois and Leitrim. Some of the positions available in this competition will provide an opportunity for suitable candidates to develop their Irish skills further, through an Irish language stream in the following locations: Donegal (Gaoth Dobhair) and Galway (Na Forbacha). You will find out more about the Irish language stream later in this booklet. Candidates who successfully complete their apprenticeship will be given the opportunity to continue to develop their career at Executive Officer level, which is the entry grade to junior management in the Civil Service. Why not take this exciting opportunity to join us and to earn while you learn? Who should apply? We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about learning new skills, making positive changes to society, and seeking to kick-start a career in the Civil Service. Are you someone who: • wants to Earn as you Learn, gaining a recognised qualification while working in a supportive environment? • is enthusiastic, adaptable and eager to develop new skills? • holds a strong commitment to public service, with a desire to contribute positively to society? • is a good communicator who enjoys collaborating as part of a team or project group? • is motivated by challenge and driven to overcome obstacles? • is driven to create meaningful, positive change? For the Irish language stream, are you someone who: • is eager to provide Irish language or bilingual services to the public? • wants to develop your Irish language skills? The 26 month Business and Operations apprenticeship programme is designed to be inclusive and accessible, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and educational levels. Whatever your individual journey, the apprenticeship is a unique opportunity to grow, contribute and build a meaningful career in the Civil Service. Please note as follows: • The Principal Conditions of Service applicable to the role, including details of salary, and Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility applicable to the role, including citizenship requirements, are accessible in Booklet III of the additional documents on the job listing. • Information on location of vacancies and the General Rules and Regulations Governing Recruitment Competitions held by publicjobs are accessible in Booklet II of the additional documents on the job listing. • Further information about the Civil Service career path, including the grade structure, is accessible on our website EN or GA. • Visit the FAQ page on our website EN or GA for more information about the recruitment process. Essential Requirements: Candidates must, on or before Thursday 30th April 2026: (a) be at least 18 years of age and (b) possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Applicants who possess a Level 5 qualification or higher are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate their interest in and motivation for becoming a Business and Operations Apprentice in the Civil Service. During the interview, a candidate’s interest and motivation will be assessed along with the following two capability areas: Evidence Informed Delivery Communicating and Collaborating For further information on the interest and motivation section and the capability areas which will be assessed at interview, please see page 13. In addition to the above, candidates applying for the Irish language stream should satisfy themselves that they have a minimum B1 level of spoken Irish on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR using the self assessment grid EN or GA. Candidates should expect to have their spoken Irish assessed as part of the interview stage. Candidates who possess a B2 level or higher of spoken Irish are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The specific duties of each apprenticeship role will largely be determined by the Civil Service organisation to which you are assigned. However, some duties and responsibilities will be common to all roles, such as: • Attending all scheduled training as part of this apprenticeship • Meeting all progression milestones, and achieve the required certifications as outlined throughout the apprenticeship programme • Completing on the job training • Playing an active role on the team, and participating effectively as a team member in pursuit of team goals • Collaborating effectively with other teams and business units in your organisation to ensure the delivery of high quality work in a timely manner • Being enthusiastic and flexible, results focused with the ability to work independently • Presenting written material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner • Improving customer service processes and dealing directly with the public to deliver services and initiatives • Participating in organisational activities and contributing new ideas to improve processes • Providing Irish language or bilingual services to the public Irish language stream only • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role which may be identified from time to time This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Pathway to Executive Officer in the Civil Service: If you successfully complete your Civil Service Business and Operations Apprenticeship, this opens the possibility of a bright future ahead of you as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. For those Business and Operations apprentices who successfully complete all elements of their 26 month programme and who are on track to achieve the QQI Level 6 NFQ award, you will be given the opportunity to join the Civil Service as an Executive Officer. During the final quarter of the programme, qualifying apprentices will be invited to apply to a specific competition run by publicjobs to be appointed as an Executive Officer. To note, a specific Irish language competition will be run for qualifying apprentices on the Irish language stream. For the Irish language stream, you must also have obtained a minimum B2 level on the CEFR to be eligible for a confined competition for an Irish language Executive Officer position. If successful, you will be appointed as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service, and potentially within the organisation where you have completed your apprenticeship. Salary: €28,814 per year
Business and Operations Apprentice
Role Overview: As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will earn as you learn and gain a recognised qualification alongside practical hands-on experience working for one of a variety of Civil Service organisations. Whether you are school leaver, starting out in your career, looking to upskill, or change career, this apprenticeship may be for you. The comprehensive teaching and learning experience will lay a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the Civil Service. As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will improve your skills and knowledge in areas such as: • improving operational delivery and business performance, • budgeting and financial management, • providing quality customer service to the public, • project management and evaluating performance, • the use of technology and data to improve processes, • human resources and talent management. Throughout the programme, you will also build your understanding of how public services are delivered, engage with a variety of business functions, and improve your digital and leadership capabilities in a changing world of work. For the English language stream, positions are available in Dublin, Kildare, Laois and Leitrim. Some of the positions available in this competition will provide an opportunity for suitable candidates to develop their Irish skills further, through an Irish language stream in the following locations: Donegal (Gaoth Dobhair) and Galway (Na Forbacha). You will find out more about the Irish language stream later in this booklet. Candidates who successfully complete their apprenticeship will be given the opportunity to continue to develop their career at Executive Officer level, which is the entry grade to junior management in the Civil Service. Why not take this exciting opportunity to join us and to earn while you learn? Who should apply? We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about learning new skills, making positive changes to society, and seeking to kick-start a career in the Civil Service. Are you someone who: • wants to Earn as you Learn, gaining a recognised qualification while working in a supportive environment? • is enthusiastic, adaptable and eager to develop new skills? • holds a strong commitment to public service, with a desire to contribute positively to society? • is a good communicator who enjoys collaborating as part of a team or project group? • is motivated by challenge and driven to overcome obstacles? • is driven to create meaningful, positive change? For the Irish language stream, are you someone who: • is eager to provide Irish language or bilingual services to the public? • wants to develop your Irish language skills? The 26 month Business and Operations apprenticeship programme is designed to be inclusive and accessible, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and educational levels. Whatever your individual journey, the apprenticeship is a unique opportunity to grow, contribute and build a meaningful career in the Civil Service. Please note as follows: • The Principal Conditions of Service applicable to the role, including details of salary, and Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility applicable to the role, including citizenship requirements, are accessible in Booklet III of the additional documents on the job listing. • Information on location of vacancies and the General Rules and Regulations Governing Recruitment Competitions held by publicjobs are accessible in Booklet II of the additional documents on the job listing. • Further information about the Civil Service career path, including the grade structure, is accessible on our website EN or GA. • Visit the FAQ page on our website EN or GA for more information about the recruitment process. Essential Requirements: Candidates must, on or before Thursday 30th April 2026: (a) be at least 18 years of age and (b) possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Applicants who possess a Level 5 qualification or higher are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate their interest in and motivation for becoming a Business and Operations Apprentice in the Civil Service. During the interview, a candidate’s interest and motivation will be assessed along with the following two capability areas: Evidence Informed Delivery Communicating and Collaborating For further information on the interest and motivation section and the capability areas which will be assessed at interview, please see page 13. In addition to the above, candidates applying for the Irish language stream should satisfy themselves that they have a minimum B1 level of spoken Irish on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR using the self assessment grid EN or GA. Candidates should expect to have their spoken Irish assessed as part of the interview stage. Candidates who possess a B2 level or higher of spoken Irish are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The specific duties of each apprenticeship role will largely be determined by the Civil Service organisation to which you are assigned. However, some duties and responsibilities will be common to all roles, such as: • Attending all scheduled training as part of this apprenticeship • Meeting all progression milestones, and achieve the required certifications as outlined throughout the apprenticeship programme • Completing on the job training • Playing an active role on the team, and participating effectively as a team member in pursuit of team goals • Collaborating effectively with other teams and business units in your organisation to ensure the delivery of high quality work in a timely manner • Being enthusiastic and flexible, results focused with the ability to work independently • Presenting written material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner • Improving customer service processes and dealing directly with the public to deliver services and initiatives • Participating in organisational activities and contributing new ideas to improve processes • Providing Irish language or bilingual services to the public Irish language stream only • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role which may be identified from time to time This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Pathway to Executive Officer in the Civil Service: If you successfully complete your Civil Service Business and Operations Apprenticeship, this opens the possibility of a bright future ahead of you as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. For those Business and Operations apprentices who successfully complete all elements of their 26 month programme and who are on track to achieve the QQI Level 6 NFQ award, you will be given the opportunity to join the Civil Service as an Executive Officer. During the final quarter of the programme, qualifying apprentices will be invited to apply to a specific competition run by publicjobs to be appointed as an Executive Officer. To note, a specific Irish language competition will be run for qualifying apprentices on the Irish language stream. For the Irish language stream, you must also have obtained a minimum B2 level on the CEFR to be eligible for a confined competition for an Irish language Executive Officer position. If successful, you will be appointed as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service, and potentially within the organisation where you have completed your apprenticeship. Salary: €28,814 per year
Business and Operations Apprentice
Role Overview: As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will earn as you learn and gain a recognised qualification alongside practical hands-on experience working for one of a variety of Civil Service organisations. Whether you are school leaver, starting out in your career, looking to upskill, or change career, this apprenticeship may be for you. The comprehensive teaching and learning experience will lay a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the Civil Service. As a Business and Operations Apprentice, you will improve your skills and knowledge in areas such as: • improving operational delivery and business performance, • budgeting and financial management, • providing quality customer service to the public, • project management and evaluating performance, • the use of technology and data to improve processes, • human resources and talent management. Throughout the programme, you will also build your understanding of how public services are delivered, engage with a variety of business functions, and improve your digital and leadership capabilities in a changing world of work. For the English language stream, positions are available in Dublin, Kildare, Laois and Leitrim. Some of the positions available in this competition will provide an opportunity for suitable candidates to develop their Irish skills further, through an Irish language stream in the following locations: Donegal (Gaoth Dobhair) and Galway (Na Forbacha). You will find out more about the Irish language stream later in this booklet. Candidates who successfully complete their apprenticeship will be given the opportunity to continue to develop their career at Executive Officer level, which is the entry grade to junior management in the Civil Service. Why not take this exciting opportunity to join us and to earn while you learn? Who should apply? We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about learning new skills, making positive changes to society, and seeking to kick-start a career in the Civil Service. Are you someone who: • wants to Earn as you Learn, gaining a recognised qualification while working in a supportive environment? • is enthusiastic, adaptable and eager to develop new skills? • holds a strong commitment to public service, with a desire to contribute positively to society? • is a good communicator who enjoys collaborating as part of a team or project group? • is motivated by challenge and driven to overcome obstacles? • is driven to create meaningful, positive change? For the Irish language stream, are you someone who: • is eager to provide Irish language or bilingual services to the public? • wants to develop your Irish language skills? The 26 month Business and Operations apprenticeship programme is designed to be inclusive and accessible, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and educational levels. Whatever your individual journey, the apprenticeship is a unique opportunity to grow, contribute and build a meaningful career in the Civil Service. Please note as follows: • The Principal Conditions of Service applicable to the role, including details of salary, and Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility applicable to the role, including citizenship requirements, are accessible in Booklet III of the additional documents on the job listing. • Information on location of vacancies and the General Rules and Regulations Governing Recruitment Competitions held by publicjobs are accessible in Booklet II of the additional documents on the job listing. • Further information about the Civil Service career path, including the grade structure, is accessible on our website EN or GA. • Visit the FAQ page on our website EN or GA for more information about the recruitment process. Essential Requirements: Candidates must, on or before Thursday 30th April 2026: (a) be at least 18 years of age and (b) possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Applicants who possess a Level 5 qualification or higher are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate their interest in and motivation for becoming a Business and Operations Apprentice in the Civil Service. During the interview, a candidate’s interest and motivation will be assessed along with the following two capability areas: Evidence Informed Delivery Communicating and Collaborating For further information on the interest and motivation section and the capability areas which will be assessed at interview, please see page 13. In addition to the above, candidates applying for the Irish language stream should satisfy themselves that they have a minimum B1 level of spoken Irish on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR using the self assessment grid EN or GA. Candidates should expect to have their spoken Irish assessed as part of the interview stage. Candidates who possess a B2 level or higher of spoken Irish are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The specific duties of each apprenticeship role will largely be determined by the Civil Service organisation to which you are assigned. However, some duties and responsibilities will be common to all roles, such as: • Attending all scheduled training as part of this apprenticeship • Meeting all progression milestones, and achieve the required certifications as outlined throughout the apprenticeship programme • Completing on the job training • Playing an active role on the team, and participating effectively as a team member in pursuit of team goals • Collaborating effectively with other teams and business units in your organisation to ensure the delivery of high quality work in a timely manner • Being enthusiastic and flexible, results focused with the ability to work independently • Presenting written material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner • Improving customer service processes and dealing directly with the public to deliver services and initiatives • Participating in organisational activities and contributing new ideas to improve processes • Providing Irish language or bilingual services to the public Irish language stream only • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role which may be identified from time to time This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Pathway to Executive Officer in the Civil Service: If you successfully complete your Civil Service Business and Operations Apprenticeship, this opens the possibility of a bright future ahead of you as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. For those Business and Operations apprentices who successfully complete all elements of their 26 month programme and who are on track to achieve the QQI Level 6 NFQ award, you will be given the opportunity to join the Civil Service as an Executive Officer. During the final quarter of the programme, qualifying apprentices will be invited to apply to a specific competition run by publicjobs to be appointed as an Executive Officer. To note, a specific Irish language competition will be run for qualifying apprentices on the Irish language stream. For the Irish language stream, you must also have obtained a minimum B2 level on the CEFR to be eligible for a confined competition for an Irish language Executive Officer position. If successful, you will be appointed as an Executive Officer in the Civil Service, and potentially within the organisation where you have completed your apprenticeship. Salary: €28,814 per year
Dental Nurse
We have an exciting opportunity for a Dental Nurse to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Whitehead on a full-time temporary basis to cover a period of maternity leave for 9-12 months.The successful applicant will work 37.75 hours per week from 8:45am-5:30pm, Monday to Thursday and 8:45am-4:30pm on Friday. Duties will include assisting the dentist, sterilising dental equipment, keeping the surgery clean and occasional reception duties. Promoting high standards of patient care at all times is vital. Essential Criteria:
Support Worker
CORLANN – WEST REGION POST: PERMANENT FULL-TIME AND TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SUPPORT WORKER REA SERVICES, LOUGHREA, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 96631 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Permanent and Temporary Support Worker appointments within the Loughrea Services may be made over the next 6 months. The Role: The Support Worker will report to the Social Care Leader/Team Leader and will fulfil a key worker role for individuals and aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfil their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. This particular position is located in a residential setting working with men who have complex needs and may present with behaviours that challenge. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Senior Staff/Service Coordinator/Area Manager. Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC level 5 course is desirable. Experience: Experience of working with individuals with an intellectual disability and aknowledge of dayservice provision is desirable. Full training will be provided. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. A knowledge of basic IT skills is also an advantage. A full clean manual Irish Driving Licence (Class B) is an essential requirement of this post. It may be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: 78 hours a fortnight based on a 7-day week duty roster. The normal working hours will be shift work and will involve weekend work to meet the needs of the people we support or Personal Outcomes. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Disability Services) pay scale as per theconsolidated salary scale dated 1st February 2026 - € 34,536 x 11 increments - €47,152 (Max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €47,954 pro rata per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Tenure: 1 x Permanent, full-time and pensionable 1 x temporary, full-time and pensionable Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Full Job Description attached. Informal enquiries for this post to: Informal enquiries to Valerie O Loughlin, Area Manager on 087-7149619 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is Monday the 4th of May at 5pm Interview date to be confirmed Corlann - West Region is an equal opportunities employer
Plumbing, Mechanical & Electrical Instrumentation Apprenticeships
Why join our Gas Networks Ireland Apprenticeship Programme The Benefits: Candidates must be aged 17 or over on or before 1st June 2026 Leaving Certificate* Ordinary Level D or higher in 5 subjects one to include Mathematics * Candidates sitting the 2026 Leaving Certificate exams may also apply, and if successful, a place may be offered subject to the required results being achieved CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY
Employment Adviser
Job Role Due to our continuing success in the National Employment service we are currently recruiting for an Employment Adviser to join our fantastic team in an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in this influential role.You can become an Employment Adviser if you have excellent customer service skills gained from having a sales, recruitment or hospitality background or have worked in an environment that involves advising and guidance.We do provide excellent on the job training, so are not looking for someone who ticks every single box, we’re looking for someone who has an engaging personality, can provide a warm and welcoming experience, and can seek out solutions to problems to help our customers progress into sustainable employment.This is a fantastic opportunity that will allow you to utilise your current skills to influence, support and encourage others to build a future.Employment Advisers provide motivational support, careers advice and guidance to our clients whilst making them feel welcome and at ease, enabling them to overcome barriers and build confidence. They provide training workshops covering a wide range of subjects from CV writing to online job searching. They engage with people to assess their skills and abilities and talk about their ambitions and career goals whilst exploring learning and work opportunities acting as an intermediary with local employers.In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary of €30,000 p.a. + €1000 Dublin allowance with these great benefits: • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)• Volunteer Days• Company Pension Scheme• Health Insurance Allowance• Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance• Annual Salary Review• Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay Arrangements• Refer a friend scheme• Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, Life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme, Tax Saver Commuter Tickets, Digital Gym Membership There’s also the opportunity to progress your career! Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on +44 1702 595200 or 01- 8608200. Seetec Group is an employee-owned organisation, and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally within our employee-owners. People are at the front, centre, and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make. What it means to be employee-owned What our people say Location: Tallaght Hours : 37.5 hours per week – 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (full time) Closing Date: 4 May 2026 Key Responsibilities • Assess client’s specific needs providing support, careers advice and guidance, and work with them to create a personal progression plan.• Work with clients using a variety of strategies to support development, enabling them to overcome barriers and build confidence.• Provide training workshops covering a wide range from CV writing to online job searching.• Explore learning and work opportunities, acting as an intermediary with local employers.• Meet with clients regularly to review their progress.• Deliver an exceptional level of customer service at all times. Skills and Experience • Leaving Certificate standard (as a minimum). A third level degree is desirable but not a pre-requisite. • Minimum of one year experience in a recruitment, sales, training and/or customer facing role. • Experience of working in a target orientated environment. • Ability to multi-task, organise and manage workload. • Positive, enthusiastic approach to problem solving with a ‘can do attitude’. • Be fully IT literate in using a range of Microsoft Office programmes. Additional Information SEETEC EMPLOYMENT AND SKILLS IRELAND deliver Employability services across Ireland through various Government contracts (Department of Social protection) to assist the long term unemployed in returning to the workforce through upskilling and job brokering. Working with over 10,000 Irish businesses and employers, Seetec has helped over 45,000 people into work in Ireland to date. The company directly employs over 120 people in Ireland working in locations across Ireland primarily in Dublin, Louth, Meath, Athlone, Longford, Mullingar, Galway and Mayo. Seetec Employment and Skills Ireland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern values. Seetec Employment and Skills Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €460+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.40• €19.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €16.20 • €20.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.30 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.90 • €21.13 (Unsocial Hours) • €25.35 (Overtime/Sundays) • €33.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.90 • €22.38 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.85 (Overtime/Sundays) • €35.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
