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We are looking for an experienced professional with an enthusiastic, kind, friendly personality, hardworking and with a genuine passion for children of all ages and the outdoors. The ideal candidate must hold a minimum QQI Level 5 in childcare and have over 2 years experience working as part of a strong team in an busy childcare environment. Strong communication skills, patience, flexibility and a professional attitude is essential to maintain our high quality standards. Immediate start Competitive salary Sick Pay Hours: 35 + CPD Training Onsite parking
Social Care Worker & Assistant Support Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare!
Checkout Operator
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Checkout Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a retail role is desirable Ability to balance tills Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Use a computerised till system that has a barcode scanner Weigh and price products such as fruit and vegetables Check customers` ages for restrictions on items such as alcohol Pack customer€,,s purchases Process store loyalty cards, coupons and vouchers Take payments and make sure the till balances at the end of the day Spend time away from the till, stocking shelves and checking stock Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times Attend and engage in team meetings and implement any learnings
Optometrist
Salary: Up to €70,000 DOE Working hours: Full Time or Part Time Experience level: You would ideally be a CORU registered Optometrist although we can support International Optometrists through CORU registration. Specsavers in Carlow, an award-winning store, are looking for a qualified Optometrist to join the team. Ideally you will be CORU registered although we can support International Optometrists through CORU registration. Our experienced team use the very latest clinical technology which allows them to improve patient outcomes. At Specsavers in Carlow, we have a clear-sighted vision to transform eye health in our community. As our next Optometrist you will have the opportunity to provide a first-class experience to every one of our patients. What’s on Offer? A salary package of up to €64,000, depending on experience. Full time or Part Time hours available Up to 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays CORU Registration Paid Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities- want to become a Partner in the business? We’ll support you! Access to cutting-edge clinical technology such as OCT With a focus on flexibility, we are open to full-time and part-time applicants and will consider any working pattern to suit you. About us Our store is fully equipped with the latest clinical technology (including OCT). We always aim to be the very best we can be – both clinically and in terms of customer service. Our experienced, diverse and friendly team are always on hand to offer support and take care of patient’s needs, meaning that as our new Optometrist, you can focus on offering a first-class sight test to our loyal customers. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Advisor
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Sales Advisor for our Carlow Store. The Person WHY JOIN US: Look us up on Glassdoor- rated 4.6/5 read our reviews. We’re dynamic and expanding Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment Culture of developing and promoting from within the company Our Generous staff discounts Our pension scheme Our Bonus Scheme Our Educational Support Scheme Our Discounted corporate rate health care Our free Employee Assistance Programme Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme Career Development Opportunities Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources A Fuel card that offers discount on retail fuel prices - DCI corporate card
Homeless Prevention & Support Officer
The Homeless Prevention & Support Officer is a frontline position in Carlow County Council’s Housing Department. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Council, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in Departmental and Team Development Plans. The Homeless Prevention & Support Officer is expected to use initiative, work to a high standard and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Duties: The role involves, but is not limited to the following duties: • Interviewing and assessing clients seeking a homeless service by appointment or unscheduled presentation at public counter • Providing assessment and advice to people who are homeless • Providing intervention necessary to address the issues that are preventing the individual/family from moving home • Investigating cases thoroughly – maintaining links with other local authorities, Gardai, Health Services and any other relevant bodies • Working with Carlow County Council Tenancy Sustainment Service • Organising temporary emergency accommodation within the existing services available should it be required • Case managing families and individuals in emergency accommodation, or those in certain other types of emergency accommodation that require support • Being responsible, as Case Manager, for engaging the clients who are homeless to identify their individual support needs, help them engage with appropriate community/health services and for developing and implementing an exit strategy from homelessness in each case • Working closely with HAP Place Finder Service in achieving exit goals for homeless clients and enabling and assisting clients to source suitable private rented accommodation • Assisting persons in settling into accommodation and ensuring that clients are fully briefed on services available to them from external agencies • Conducting out of hours patrols to assist homeless persons during times of severe weather events • Creating and maintaining files and records of services users and offering clients ongoing support • Documenting meetings and calls with clients • Producing reports and presentations based on work • Participating in the Homeless Action Team (HAT) to meet the needs of the homeless clients, or those at risk of homelessness • Preparing Returns and Claims for the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage as required • Collating data and statistics regarding the homeless service as required from time to time • Responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of expenditure and for reporting on same as part of the Council’s budgetary process • Compliance with all statutory, legal and quasi statutory rules and regulations covering Safety, Health and Welfare at work issues • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. The duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to time by Carlow County Council. COMPLETING A COMPETENCY BASED APPLICATION FORM A Competency Based Application Form requires you, as the candidate, to describe some of your personal achievements to date, to demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills & qualities) required for the position you are applying for. All question areas must be answered, as you will be questioned on all areas should you be called for interview. You should describe situation(s) from your own experience, which you think is the best example(s) of what you have done which demonstrates the specific competency. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. The example(s) may be drawn from your experience in various settings, including employment, community, sporting or voluntary. Please do not use the same example to illustrate your answer to more than two areas of competence. Please note the interview board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the skills required for the post. Carlow County Council is seeking candidates that demonstrate strong administrative and communication skills. They must also be self-motivated and committed to delivering quality public services. Key Competencies for the post have been identified as essential for the role of Homeless Prevention & Support Officer as follows: KEY COMPETENCIES Performance Management • Demonstrates by examples experience of objective setting, monitoring, and successful work-based achievements • Demonstrates experience of effective team building both within the workplace and externally with stakeholders • Demonstrates experience of effective conflict management and resolution • Thinking and acting strategically • Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change Leadership/Motivation/Decision Making • Demonstrates understanding of social situations and dynamics and ability to operate effectively • Empowers, influences, and encourages others to gain supports for ideas, proposals, and solutions • Builds constructive working relationships characterised by a high level of acceptance, co-operation, and mutual respect • Acts decisively and makes timely, informed, and effective decisions • Presents ideas effectively to individuals and groups Interpersonal Skills / Communication • Demonstrates experience of report writing and correspondence • Demonstrates experience of work-based dealings with a variety of groups/agencies • Demonstrates experience of effecting work-based improvements in the face of opposition • Demonstrates experience of making presentations • Demonstrates experience of negotiating successful outcomes • Demonstrates experience of chairing or contributing to group problem solving • Demonstrates experience of dealing with and resolving conflict that requires excellent interpersonal, negotiating and communication skills Personal Effectiveness • Take initiative and seek opportunities to exceed goals • Manage time and workload effectively and operate in an environment with significant complexity and pace • Maintain a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to the role • Take initiative and seek opportunities to exceed goals • Manage time and workload effectively and operate in an environment with significant complexity and pace • Remain calm under pressure and maintain a positive, constructive, and enthusiastic attitude to their role QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) (a) Possess the National Diploma in Applied Social Care Studies awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) OR (b) Possess the Diploma in Social Care awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) OR (c) Possess the Diploma in Applied Social Studies/Social Care from DIT OR (d) Possess a BA (Ord) in Social Care Practice (minimum Level 7 on the QQI framework) OR (e) Relevant 3rd Level Qualification in Social Care/Social Studies or related field. (ii) Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the area of homeless service provision or similar type service (iii) A good knowledge of services within the homeless sector (iv) Proficient administration and computer skills DRIVING LICENCE: Holders of the post must hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. If you are required to travel as part of your official duties, Carlow County Council as your employer must be indemnified on your insurance policy. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Carlow County Council’s Travel and Subsistence Policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. Carlow County Council reserves the right to provide a van to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a van will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive.
Team Manager
Salary: Commencing at €45,995 Contract: Full-Time, Fixed Purpose, 5 days out of 7 Benefits: 23 days annual leave, pension, colleague discount, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, employee assistance programme. BECAUSE PEOPLE LISTEN WHEN YOU TALK A people-first culture where you can work with impact. A business that continues to grow and invest creating maximum joy at minimum cost. Just look at our 80,000+ colleagues across 450+ stores covering many markets globally, all leaving their mark. Our colleagues are the heart of everything we do – we’re caring, dynamic and we succeed together. The Team Manager role is at the forefront of this. There’s real accountability and ownership, we give our managers freedom within a framework, which means you can shape your team’s development and encourage a fast, efficient, enjoyable customer experience. What you’ll do At Primark we do retail our way…so here is a taste of what you can expect in the role. Excited? Good. Because it’s energising to put your skills to work in a growing global business committed to helping people express themselves – and feel a sense of belonging. Apply to make an impact as a Team Manager and be welcomed to the wide world of Primark.
Support Worker Roles
We are changing the face of support for people with intellectual, physical and sensory disability and/or autism in Ireland. We offer progressive, one-to-one solutions geared towards the empowerment of the people we support, rather than limiting their experiences of life. We put each individual, and support of their disability, at the centre of everything we do, helping them live an involved, meaningful and empowered life; focusing not on what they can’t do, but on what they can achieve. This spirit comes to life in our client-centred, home-from-home Residential Centres, and in the specialist services we provide. One service is for young adults, one is for children. We are looking for Support Workers in the following locations:Children’s Residential Houses Heather Hill, Portlaoise, Co Laois – opening summer 2025 Tara Lodge, Ardcath, Co Meath – opening summer 2025 Ashlan House, Caragh, Co Kildare Hillview, Carrigeen, Co Kilkenny (only 10 mins from Waterford City) Verna House, Tullaroan, Co Kilkenny Young Adults Residential House The View, Hacketstown, Co Carlow – newly opened Lemongrove, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford Rose Lodge, Monasterevin, Co Kildare Willow Lodge, Suncroft, Co Kildare Huntstown Lodge, Tullaroan, Co Kilkenny Community Day Service Naas and Clane in Kildare – Monday to Friday, no weekends Kilkenny City – Monday to Friday, no weekends What is the Role? As a Support Worker you will provide a professional, high quality and safe service to people with additional needs – working as part of a team and in consultation with each service user. You will make sure all of the client’s needs are met in a completely individual way, and as an ambassador of Resilience’s values, you will represent: Best Quality – providing best-in-class care always. Individuality – applying a person-centred approach to meet each individual’s abilities, needs and challenges. Empowerment – helping all our service-users live their very best life and achieve their optimal potential. Hours of work – Residential roster (full time, part time, relief contracts available) What Will Your Responsibilities Be? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Production Operative
What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market. Job Responsibilities: Key Qualifications & Requirements: Awareness, Unity, Empowerment: At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Occupational Health Physician
Location of Post Posts are currently available within the Workplace Health & Wellbeing Unit across Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Waterford and South Tipperary We recommend that applicants wishing to apply should submit their application a minimum of 1 hour before the closing date and time and make sure they can see their application is submitted in their Rezoomo profile. Applications will not be accepted after this date and time, no exceptions will be made.
