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Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team based at Southern Regional College, Newry West. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern:
Seasonal Sales Consultant
Be Part of Our Christmas Story Join our team this Christmas and help our customers celebrate the season with gifts they'll treasure forever. We are looking for someone who can work weekends for approximately 16 hours per week. As a member of our luxury jewellery team, you'll play an important role in creating memorable experiences and making Christmas truly special. We are looking for a Sales Consultant to join our team during the Christmas period. This is a temporary seasonal role, perfect for someone who loves the magic of Christmas and enjoys delivering exceptional customer experiences. As a Sales Consultant, you will: Don't miss the opportunity to be part of our magical Christmas team. Apply today and help make every moment special this Christmas.
Optometrist
Salary: Up to €75,000 OTE - Including Loyalty Bonus every 6months Working hours: Full Time or Part Time Experience level: You must be a CORU registered Optometrist Specsavers in Tralee are looking for an ambitious Optometrist. We’re a community-focused store dedicated to ensuring that every one of our customers receives an excellent patient experience. We’re seeking an Optometrist ready to use their passion and knowledge to help us build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Join us at Specsavers in Tralee where we deliver the very best in customer care. What’s on Offer? Specsavers in Tralee as a very experienced store with many of their staff members being there for over 20 years. They are a very supportive store and will help each individual reach their full potential. You will have access to test rooms which all have phoropters so you will have the ability to use the most up to date equipment during testing. The store Is also actively promoting OCT with over 60% up take! What we’re looking for You’ll need to be a qualified and ideally already CORU registered Optometrist with the drive, passion and the willingness to build upon our customer-focused culture. As part of our team, you’ll need to be able to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence. You’ll need to demonstrate good attention to detail along with a passion for the community. Teamwork also forms a big part of our culture, so the ability to work well with others is essential. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Volunteer & Student Placement Co-ordinator
Applications are invited for the following post VOLUNTEER & STUDENT PLACEMENT CO-ORDINATOR - Ref: 58/2026 Permanent Part-Time (42 hours per fortnight) Administrative Centre, Lota, Glanmire, Co. Cork Ethos Corlann South aims to empower people with intellectual disability / autism and their families to live the lives they choose. Our focus going forward is to form a relationship/partnership with each individual and their family, enabling them to design their own service so that they can enjoy a meaningful life in a real place with a healthy balance of supports. We wish to create opportunities for people with an intellectual disability to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form genuine friendships. In order to assist us to achieve this vision we wish to recruit innovative and proactive people who will relish the opportunity to assist in implementing this vision. JOB SUMMARY The person appointed to the post will: To develop, coordinate, and oversee a high‑quality volunteer programme and student placement system that enhances the lives of people supported by the organisation. The role ensures that all volunteers and students are appropriately recruited, vetted, inducted, supported, and integrated within services while upholding organisational ethos, policy, safeguarding standards, and regulatory requirements. The person appointed to the post should be flexible in their approach to service delivery and should have the ability to participate proactively as a member of a team and contribute positively to the ongoing development of effective teamwork. In addition, a high level of flexibility will be required around starting and finishing times due to the nature of the post. The post holder will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day-to-day operations ofthe Service reflect the ethos and vision of Corlann and that all co-workers are meeting the needs of the people who use services therein. The Candidate: The successful candidate must Please see the job specification for further details on eligibility criteria and roles and responsibilities associated with volunteer and student placement coordination Salary Scale: Admin. Grade V €52,757 - €63,110including LSI’s pro-rata per annum (Consolidated Scales 1/6/26) * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due will be paid from date of submission of documents. Reporting to: Head of Quality Standards, Learning & Development (QSLD) Informal enquiries to: Jonathan Lerner, Head of Quality Standards Learning and Development Tel: +353 87 6038191; The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 1st November 2026 Interviews scheduled for Friday 20th November 2026 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below Corlann South is an equal opportunities employer
Assistant Manager
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE POST The purpose of the role is to assist in the day-to-day running of the new Cork Furniture Shop whilst motivating and encouraging staff and volunteers to help achieve sales targets. DUTIES: • Assist in managing and developing the Furniture Shop in the context of an agreed work plan and agreed financial targets. • Assist in the recruitment, training and appraising of shop staff, both paid and voluntary. • Source high-quality stock. • Ensure there are adequate staffing levels in the shop at all times. • Ensure the appearance of the shop internally and externally is attractive to customers and in line with brand standards. • Assist in merchandising, its security and its preparation for sale and display. • Maintain accurate management and information systems. • Ensure the shop is stocked with adequate information and leaflets on Enable Ireland services, staff are briefed accordingly and queries from the public are dealt with in an efficient and sensitive manner. • Assist in the full implementation of Enable Ireland Health & Safety policy in the shop. • Be vigilant and comply with any Health & Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager. • Participate in the efficient flow of information within the organisation by sharing and seeking information as appropriate. • Undertake other duties as may be requested by the line manager from time to time. • Assist and support other Enable Ireland shops if and when required. • Undertake your work in a manner that is friendly, flexible and informal. • Complete all administration and financial work in accordance with Enable Ireland Policies and Procedures. • Contribute to good teamwork by sharing knowledge and skills and supporting colleagues to ensure that the Furniture Shop runs efficiently and effectively. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE • Retail experience is essential. • Retail supervisory experience. • Ability to achieve sales targets. • Fiscal management. • Good working knowledge of merchandising. • Eligible to work in the State. ORGANISATION & PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE • Knowledge of Enable Ireland. • Strong customer service skills. • Ability to deal sensitively with queries about Enable Ireland services. CORE COMPETENCIES: • Excellent interpersonal and sales techniques. • Leadership: • IT Skills: - Proficient in MS Office – good general IT skills.
Clerical Officer
Job Summary The purpose of this role is to provide dedicated administrative and coordination support to the Director of Further Education and Training and the FET Leadership Team (FLT). The postholder will support the effective operation of the FET Directorate by coordinating meetings, maintaining action and reporting systems, managing records and correspondence, and assisting with the preparation of information required for planning, governance and decision-making. The role will involve regular engagement with FET managers, WWETB support services and relevant external stakeholders. A high level of organisation, accuracy, discretion and confidentiality will be required. Key Responsibilities The Clerical Officer plays a vital role in providing administrative support and ensuring the smooth operation of the assigned area. Working closely with line managers and colleagues, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of services and the achievement of organisational goals. ▪ Provide direct administrative support to the Director of Further Education and Training and the FET Leadership Team. ▪ Coordinate the FET Director’s diary, appointments and meeting arrangements as required. ▪ Organise FLT and other FET management meetings, including scheduling, venues, agendas and supporting documentation. ▪ Prepare and circulate meeting papers and accurately record minutes, decisions and agreed actions. ▪ Maintain a central FLT action tracker and follow up with responsible managers on outstanding actions and deadlines. ▪ Support the coordination of the FET Director’s scheduled one-to-one meetings with FET managers. ▪ Manage correspondence and enquiries received by the FET Directorate, ensuring that matters are recorded, assigned and followed up appropriately. ▪ Maintain secure and accurate records relating to FET governance, staffing requests, recruitment activity, budgets, capital submissions, policies and strategic projects. ▪ Assist in collating information for the Strategic Performance Agreement, annual service planning, risk reporting and other FET planning and performance processes. ▪ Support the preparation of reports, briefing notes, presentations and returns for the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team, WWETB Board, SOLAS, DFHERIS and other relevant bodies. ▪ Maintain forward planners and reporting calendars for key FET submissions, meetings and governance requirements. ▪ Liaise with FET managers and relevant HR, Finance, Corporate Services, Quality and Estates colleagues on behalf of the Directorate. ▪ Assist with administrative arrangements for stakeholder meetings, events, consultations and visits. ▪ Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to staffing, learner, financial, governance and strategic matters. ▪ Undertake other administrative/secretarial duties appropriate to the Grade III role, as assigned by the FET Director. This job description 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 by the CE and to contribute to the development of the post while in the role. This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service. ▪ Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. ▪ Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. ▪ Be at least 17 years of age on or before the date of the advertisement of the recruitment competition. Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting; ▪ A qualification at Level 6 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications. ▪ Experience providing administrative support to senior management or a leadership team. ▪ Experience coordinating meetings and preparing agendas, minutes, decision records and action trackers. ▪ Experience maintaining confidential records and structured administrative tracking systems. ▪ Experience collating information for reports, governance processes, formal returns or management briefings. ▪ Experience working in the public, education or Further Education and Training sector. Person Specification ▪ Demonstrate strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines in a dynamic environment. ▪ Demonstrate a high standard of written communication, accuracy and attention to detail. ▪ Demonstrate competence in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams, and an ability to learn and use new systems. ▪ Demonstrate an ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality. ▪ Demonstrate an ability to work both independently and collaboratively with senior managers and colleagues. ▪ Curious and inquisitive with a willingness to learn ▪ Ability to work under pressure ▪ Self-motivating, flexible and results focussed ▪ Ability to prioritise and manage work in a dynamic and fast paced environment ▪ Proven record as a team player ▪ Goal oriented in a manner that ensures work is comprehensively complete Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ 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 ▪ 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa
Shop Assistant
Description A shop assistant, also known as a retail or sales assistant, provides customer service and supports daily store operations. Their duties include greeting customers, answering questions, processing transactions, handling returns, stocking shelves, and maintaining a tidy store environment. They may also be involved in promotional activities, inventory management, and ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers.
Support Worker
Applications are invited for the following posts SUPPORT WORKERS Ref: 97965 Casual Relief hours up to 78 hours per fortnight Children Respite /Adult Services Locations: Ballinhassig / Bandon / Upton / Innishannon and West Cork areas The Role Support Workers provide a key supportive role for individuals supported by the Service. This role comprises of two main elements. Firstly the Support Worker is responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes supporting individuals with their meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being, to the extent required by the individual. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People who use the Service with the Implementation of their Individual Plans and the achievement of associated outcomes and critically, to support People who use the Service in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The successful candidate may be required to be a key worker and develop and review individual plans. The Candidate The successful candidates must It is essential that all candidates have adequate immunity against Hepatitis B as per Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland 2008 Reporting to: Social Care Leader in the community and residential setting and through the Line Manager structure to the Area Manager, or other authorised person as the Employing Authority may designate. Salary Scale: €34,536 - €47,954 including 1 LSI per annum (1/2/26 Department of Health Consolidated Scales). Part-Time hours will be paid pro-rata to a full-time post * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due now will only be paid from date of submission of documents. Informal Enquiries to Lorraine Cahill, Area Manager Tel: +353 86 0438809; Or Carolann Corkery, Area Manager, Tel: +353 87 4859726; Or Marie O’Mahony, Children’s Respite Manager, Tel: +353 87 6609476 Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department, e-mail Human Resources Department, e-mail RecruitmentSouth@corlann.ie Closing date: Sunday 30th August 2026 Applications should be made using the Apply link below Corlann South is an equal opportunities employer INDS
