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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person SpecificationExperienceEssential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Retail Associate
Salary Range: €16,027.00 - 17,216.00 €15.41 per hour, plus generous individual sales commission (OTE) Fixed Term, Part Time role (20 hours per week, approx. 6 month contract) At Three, our Retail Associates create exceptional customer experiences while contributing to a positive, supportive, and high‑performing store environment. We live our values every day: Be One Team, Be Kind, Be Customer Focused, Be Brave. What You’ll Do Be Customer Focused There’s a lot more to us than meets the eye. You may think you know us, but we’re full of surprises. Intrigued? Join us and Be Phenomenal. Apply now at: https://www.three.ie/careers #Jobs At Three, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. As Ireland’s largest mobile telecommunications provider, we provide a better connected life for our diverse customer base, and want our teams to reflect this. We welcome and celebrate all identities and strive to create a culture of belonging where employees can thrive as their authentic selves. If you do not ‘tick every box’ in this job description, you likely have other valuable skills that would make you a great fit for one of our teams. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply! #Jobs If you require reasonable adjustments for your interview, please let us know when scheduling your interview, or alternatively, please email aoife.omeara@three.ie Apply now at Three, a Phenomenal career awaits!
Temporary Relief/Substitute School Warden
PARTICULARS OF OFFICE The Post:The post is temporary part-time to cover vacancies due the absence of the permanent School Wardens on statutory leave/annual leave/sick leave etc. Panels will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Panels may be used to fill temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panels. Duties:You shall perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned to you in relation to your employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of your duties. You shall, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. You may be required to work outside your normal job description from time to time. Though the duties of a Warden may be described in a general way as being the supervision of children using road crossings at or near schools, the duties may be specified in greater detail as follows: - (a) The stewarding of school children in preparation for road crossing(b) The control and direction of the children(c) The use of Sign in the stopping of traffic(d) Supervision of the children crossing the road(e) The reporting of matters connected with duties Further details are outlined in Appendix 1 attached to this document. Residence:The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof as determined by Carlow County Council. References:Each candidate may be required to submit as references, the names and addresses of two responsible persons to whom he/she is well known but not related, at least one of whom must be a former/current employer. Candidates may be required to submit documentary evidence to the local authority in support of their application. Vetting:Garda vetting is required for certain roles within Carlow County Council. Failure to complete a Garda Vetting Form on request may prevent your employment with Carlow County Council. In the event of an unsatisfactory Garda declaration being received Carlow County Council reserves the right not to commence employment. In the event of an existing employee changing role as a result of promotion or otherwise to a role that requires Garda Vetting and an unsatisfactory disclosure being returned, Carlow County Council reserves the right to withhold promotion, and also to investigate if further sanction/disciplinary action is warranted on foot of disclosure on a case-by-case basis. Probation:Where a person who is not already a permanent/temporary employee of a Local Authority is employed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such person shall hold such position on probation;(b) such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period;(c) such person will cease to hold such position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory.(d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one weeks’ notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts;(e) there may be assessment(s) during the probationary period. Work Base:Carlow County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Working Hours:The current working hours for permanent part school wardens provide for a five day, fifteen hour rostered week with general hours of attendance as follows: • 8:30 am to 9:30 am• 12:20 pm to 13:20 pm• 14:30 pm to 15:30 pm Variations may apply dependent on which school is assigned and it shall be the responsibility of the School Warden to be and to remain on duty each day for such hours as are necessary to protect children proceeding to and from school via the School Warden’s duty point. The employment will be suspended during periods of closure of the particular school or schools for holidays at Christmas and Easter and Summer and during other such periods as may be determined by the County Council. Carlow County Council reserves the right to vary the hours/days worked at any time. The provisions of Carlow County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade. Salary:The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circulars. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The rate of pay will be 15/39ths of the maximum of the General Operative wage scale i.e., €301.00 per week (€782.62/39*15) - Circular Letter E.L. 04/2026 refers) – pro rata based on attendance as required. Annual Leave:The current annual leave entitlement for permanent part time School Wardens is 52.5 hours per annum – pro rata based on attendance requirements. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended) Health & Safety:The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Carlow County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. He/She shall familiarise him/herself with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the terms of the Safety Statement may result in a disciplinary action. Training:It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post and to attend all mandatory training. Data Protection:Basis for Processing your Personal Information The basis for processing your personal data is to progress your application for the position you have applied for with Carlow County Council under the Terms of the Employment (Information) Act 1994 and Human Resources policies and procedures. Personal data sought for the purpose of recruitment will include your name, your contact details including email address and mobile phone number, particulars of education, details regarding your record of employment and confirmation if you require an employment permit / visa / or work authorisation. Sharing of Information Outside of the relevant recruitment team, the information provided in your application form will only be shared for progressing the competition for which you have applied, with a designated shortlisting and / or interview board. If, following the competition, you are placed on a panel and offered a position, the information provided in your application form will form part of your Personnel File. Storage period Your application will be retained for one year from the date a panel for this position is formed. In exceptional circumstances panels can be extended for an additional year and your personal data will be kept until the extension has expired. Applications that are unsuccessful at interview stage will be retained for one year. Applications that are not progressed to interview stage will be destroyed post competition. If you do not furnish the personal data requested Carlow County Council will not be able to progress your application form for the competition. When your application is received, Carlow County Council creates a record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied. This personal record is used solely in processing your candidature. Such information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts, 1988 & 2003 and will be destroyed following the expiry of any panel put in place in respect of this competition. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Competitive Interview Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competitive interview. The Council is committed to a process of selection on merit, based on fair and open competition. The criteria for judging suitability and ranking will be related directly to the attributes and skills required to undertake the duties and responsibilities to the standard required in the post. Panels Following completion of interviews, a panel may be formed, the duration of which is at the discretion of the Council. While a panel remains in force, offers of temporary employment may be made subject to confirmation of qualifications and satisfying clauses in relation to health, character or other requirements of the particular post. Documentary Evidence: The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying that Carlow County Council is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important, therefore, for you to note that the onus is on you to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If you do not meet the essential entry requirement but nevertheless attend for interview you will be putting yourself to unnecessary expense. Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment to this position Carlow County Council will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of the candidate. Canvassing Applicants are reminded that any attempt by themselves or by any persons acting on their behalf directly or indirectly by means of written communication or otherwise to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour any officer of the County Council or persons nominated by the Chief Executive to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the applicant for the position they are seeking.
Christmas Sales Advisor
Love connecting with customers? Absolutely thrive in a team? Ready to join Rituals during the most festive time of year? This might be the perfect seasonal job for you. Share your talents Whether you're bouncing with energy, or you're more of the calm confident type - both work perfectly here. As long as you truly enjoy connecting with customers. Maybe you're new to retail, maybe you already have some experience in the field. What matters is that you feel excited about working at a luxury wellbeing and beauty brand. You're flexible with your schedule, including weekends. You're caring and you've got a great eye for detail. With you around, the store is looking its best and customers are feeling their best. Benefits of working at Rituals Christmas Rootcamp: our onboarding programme where we teach you everything about working at Rituals during the holidays. Our famous, monthly Kick-Off (we ALL look forward to) where we check out new products, have workshops, evaluate numbers and make plans for the month ahead. Trust us, you'll love it. Employee discounts, goodie bags, gifts (warning: you might need more shelf space at home) and access to various wellbeing perks. Growth opportunities including The Book of Rituals (our learning platform) and coaching on the job to help you grow. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Assistant
We believe our employees are key to our success. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing and finding new challenges within JYSK. Since our founder, Lars Larsen, opened his first store in Denmark in 1979, JYSK has expanded our global presence with over 3000 stores and web shops in countries around the world. Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behavior and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in empowerment and freedom with responsibility. We also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees. With the right attitude, opportunities abound in JYSK. We have ambitious growth plans in UK and Ireland over the next 5 years and are looking for confident, passionate and ambitious employees to come on that journey with us. If you bring Dedication… You will meet Possibilities. Are you excited about sales? And do you want to provide JYSK in Ireland’s best customer service together with your team? Do you like variation and a fast-paced environment? Then you can be the Sales Assistant we are looking for! WHAT WE OFFER YOU You get the chance to join a retail company that wants to be the candidate’s first choice when choosing an employer. We are dynamic and here your inputs get heard, you get involved and your development is crucial to us. Additionally, as JYSK ambassador, you get the following: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Assistant, - H/week
Company Description We believe our employees are key to our success. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing and finding new challenges within JYSK. Since our founder, Lars Larsen, opened his first store in Denmark in 1979, JYSK has expanded our global presence with over 3000 stores and web shops in countries around the world. Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behavior and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in empowerment and freedom with responsibility. We also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees. With the right attitude, opportunities abound in JYSK. We have ambitious growth plans in UK and Ireland over the next 5 years and are looking for confident, passionate and ambitious employees to come on that journey with us. If you bring Dedication… You will meet Possibilities. Job Description Are you excited about sales? And do you want to provide JYSK in Ireland’s best customer service together with your team? Do you like variation and a fast-paced environment? Then you can be the Sales Assistant we are looking for! WHAT WE OFFER YOU You get the chance to join a retail company that wants to be the candidate’s first choice when choosing an employer. We are dynamic and here your inputs get heard, you get involved and your development is crucial to us. Additionally, as JYSK ambassador, you get the following: Additional Information JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team We process applications on an ongoing basis and complete the recruitment until we have found the right candidate. We always conduct interviews - for selected positions you can also expect to have assessments and/or a video interview, where we look forward to hearing about your motivation for the job. For more information, please visit our career page. Learn how we process your data in our Privacy Policy. To help us review applications fairly and efficiently, we use a system that automatically checks and decides how well each application matches the role. This system looks at your answers to a few screening questions. These questions were created by the system and reviewed by the JYSK Talent Acquisition team, and each question and answer have a certain value. Based on your answers, the system ranks all candidates to give us an idea of how closely the job fits your profile. This helps us manage all applications and make sure everyone is treated equally. The result from the system decides if your application moves forward to the next step. But don’t worry — the final decision is always made by a person. If you’d like to know more about how we process your personal data and your rights, please check our Privacy Policy.
Sports Advisor
We are so passionate about sport we have made it our business! We have created a retail experience that is fun, thanks to our incredible team. There are lots of reasons to work for Intersport Elverys, but really, it is our employees that make us great. If you are a sports enthusiast or enjoy a fun working environment, then Intersport Elverys is the place for you. At Intersport Elverys we pride ourselves on our excellent customer service as much as we celebrate our passion for sport. That’s why our engaging Sports Advisors offer a friendly and helpful approach that makes Elverys so popular. CANDIDATES MUST BE FULLY FLEXIBLE MONDAY TO SUNDAY. ROSTERING INCORPORATES MIDWEEK AND WEEKEND SHIFTS Job Scope: The Sports Advisor is the face of our company to our customers. Sports Advisors are required to generate and close sales by ensuring a great experience in-store for our customers. Key responsibilities:
Optometrist
Are you an ambitious optometrist looking to keep your career moving as part of our well-established team? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re newly qualified or have years of experience, if you’re passionate and committed to eyecare and ready to bring your best every day, you could be perfect for this role. With clinical and professional development as well as innovative equipment at your disposal, among a team of other experienced Opticians and Technicians, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. Our store Based in the heart of Carlow town, our store is based right on the main high street. Our team We have a wonderful team of 14 dedicated people in our store, ready and waiting for you to meet. What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
DSE, Social Care Worker, Disabilities
**Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification. ** Location of the Post: HSE Dublin & South East/ Baile Átha Cliath & Oirdheisceart South Dublin, Wicklow, Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford There are currently permanent whole time vacancies available in the HSE Dublin & South Region. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Social Care Worker, Disabilities HSE Dublin & South East from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. All applicants will be given the opportunity, at the time of application, to indicate an IHA preference area. · HSE Carlow Kilkenny and Tipperary South · HSE Waterford Wexford · HSE Dublin South and Wicklow Candidates successful at interview will be placed on the regional panel in order of merit. Where vacancies arise, posts will be expressed to the panel as follows: 1. IHA Preference Area Vacancies will initially be expressed to candidates who have selected the IHA preference area in which the vacancy arises, in order of merit. 2. Regional Panel Where a vacancy remains unfilled, an expression of interest will then be issued to the full regional panel, in order of merit, regardless of IHA preference. Purpose of the Post: • To deliver a person-centred approach in empowering and supporting our service users to make informed choices about how they wish to live their lives now and in the future. • To provide educational & support programmes as required by service users and outlined in their person-centred plan. • To provide a key worker support system to all service users. • To work collaboratively as part of the residential and respite team to provide holistic and therapeutic supports on a twenty-four hour basis. • Deliver personal care when required and in line with the persons individualised support/care plan • To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, representing the voice of the resident Eligiblity Criteria: Candidates must have at the latest date of application: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Hold professional registration, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ (see note 2 below*). OR (ii) Have a schedule 3 qualification. See list of recognised Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html (see note 1& 2 below*). OR (iii) Have a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. OR (iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 3 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. OR (v) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the role. 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). Note 1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under Section 91. Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over - 30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by the Registration Board will be considered. Note 2* If your qualifications are not listed within criterion (i) and (ii) please contact CORU socialcare.workers@coru.ie Note 3* Under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 candidates are considered Section 91 applicants if they qualified before 30th November 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years(or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), during the 5 year period prior to the Register opened on 30th November 2023. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact: WRIDS: Ms Brigid Murphy Area Director of Nursing Email: Brigid.Murphy1@hse.ie Tel: 053 9233419 Contact: KITE Manager : Yinka Beehan Email: Yinka.beehan@hse.ie Tel: 0871835502 Contact: Damian House: Charlie Thompson, Regional Social Care Manager Email: Charlie.Thompson@hse.ie Tel: 087 9666084 For enquiries relating to the recruitment process, please contact: Rachel Clancy, Campaign Lead Email: Rachel.Clancy@hse.ie
