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PERSONAL ASSISTANT NEEEDED Job Title: Personal Assistant Location: Navan Pay: €17.60 - €18.50 (depending on experience) Sunday premiums and pay progression opportunities Hours: Up to 21 hours p/w available. Tuesday, Saturday and Sundays available. 10am- 5pm. JOB DESCRIPTION The ÁT Network is an organisation that works alongside people with disabilities- who we call Leaders, to support them to lead their own service through the recruitment and employment of Personal Assistants. The Personal Assistants are employed to support the Leader to live an independent and self-directed life by assisting both at the home and in the community. Duties · Assistance with domestic needs (cooking, cleaning, shopping etc) · Assisting the Leader to attend appointments so the ability and willingness to drive the Leader’s car is essential. · Assisting the Leader to engage in social, political, and cultural life. Essential Qualifications/Requirements · Must be willing to complete mandatory training sessions and Garda Vetting. · Must be eligible to work in Ireland and live locally to the Leader. · Fluency in the English language. · Must have a proven ability to listen and to follow instruction. · Proven ability to understand that the Leader knows what is in their own best interest and can make decisions for themselves. · Must have a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive Leader’s car. · Sociable and a good sense of humour, as well as an ability to work quietly and to respect the light, and sound sensitivities of the disabled individual. · Must be flexible, open, and honest and have the ability to work on own initiative. Desirable Qualities · An understanding of the United Nations Declaration of Rights for Disabled People and the concept of Independent Living that the Declaration contains. · An understanding of social model of disability, and of why the Charity and Medical models are not helpful. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Ireland. Applicants for the position must provide two suitable references and employment offers are contingent on those references and on the completion of the Garda Vetting. If interested, please upload you CV and cover letter by clicking the APPLY NOW button stating why you want and are suitable for this role. Closing date: 30 th November
Night Porter
Night Porter Required Contract catering company in Longford Town. Candidates should have some security experience and be fluent in English. Working hours are varied eg: 8 pm to 8 am 2 shifts per week Responsibilities: Acting as Fire Warden Monitoring building Managing access to building Regular patrols General cleaning Garda vetting will be required prior to taking up the post.
Personal Assistant Required for Independently Living Wheelchair user
Personal Assistant required for Independently living wheelchair user Hours: 10 hours per week - mornings, afternoons and evenings (flexible by arrangement) Location: Gorey, Wexford Rate: €15 per hour, training available as part of the role. W/E & National holidays pay higher rates. Holiday pay (+8%) Job description Personal care, housekeeping & daily assistance. Duties and Responsibilities Qualifications Social care / FETAC HealthCare qualifications are highly desirable but not essential should a candidate be willing to commit and learn quickly Garda Vetting is required References are required Presentation of any formal qualifications is required Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV Formal interview(s) will be offered after an initial telephone discussion.
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 🛑
Youth Advocates
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
Personal Assistant to Work with a Professional Disabled Woman
PERSONAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED Role: Personal Assistant to Work with a Professional Disabled Woman Important Note: This role is a Personal Assistant position. It is not a caring or medical role. Location: Dundalk, Co Louth Hours: 23.5 hours p/w (Weekends and Bank Holidays Included) Pay: Very competitive rates. Premium rates for Sunday work. Opportunities for pay progression and ongoing training and development. Previous work experience with Disabled People is not essential. Job Description In this service the disabled person is called a Leader and they lead their own staff and service in conjunction with The AT Network who are the employer and support the Leaders to live an Independent and self-directed life. A Personal Assistant is an individual contracted by a Disabled Person to provide them with the human support they need in different aspects of daily living including, personal support, domestic tasks, assistance at school, university, in the workplace, or when out and about. Duties and Responsibilities All training will be provided. The successful candidates must be a resident in Ireland, eligible to work in Ireland and be extremely fluent in English. This role is subject to Garda Vetting and appropriate reference checks. To apply for the position please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the position by clicking the APPLY NOW button. This position could enable Social Care Students, Pre Nursing Students to gain a real insight into furthering your understanding of the lived experience of disabled people. Closing Date: Friday 6th November by 17.00.
Personal Assistant
PERSONAL ASSISTANT NEEDED Job Description: The ÁT Network are recruiting for a part-time Personal Assistant to assist a young woman with a disability to live a full and independent life as possible. A Personal Assistant is required to assist a young woman with an intellectual disability both in her home and in the local community, attending different social events and activities. The successful candidate will receive training and development in line with the role. This role would suit an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is committed to providing care and supporting someone to live an independent life within their community. If you are looking for a new and exciting challenge and want to be part of a progressive organisation we would be delighted to receive an application from you. Location: Stradbally, Laois Hours: 10 - 15 hours per week (Tuesday, Friday and occasional Sundays) Pay: Excellent pay rates, Sunday premiums. Opportunities for pay progression. Ongoing training and development. Duties and Responsibilities: Application Process: Click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates! Closing Date: 15/11/2026 Applicants must be in a position to provide two suitable references, complete Garda Vetting and complete mandatory training. For more information on what ÁT does, please see our website - The AT Network
Garden Room Assistant
Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland’s most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far. Garden Room Assistant - Avoca, Dunboyne Description The opportunity has arisen to join our team in Avoca Dunboyne Nurseries. These roles are available on a part time basis (8 hours per week) for an immediate start. We are looking for someone who is flexible to work during the week and weekends. This role is based in our Avoca Dunboyne store. Responsibilities: · Assisting customers with enquiries, providing horticultural information and advice on gardening purchases. · Cash handling requirements. · Daily and weekly garden care, including watering, repotting etc. · Plant Maintenance. · Excellent customer service. · This role is a manual role and will require manual handling training. · Maintaining garden supplies in store through internal ordering processes and assisting with deliveries. Key Requirements · Excellent timekeeping and attendance are required for this role. · Experience with plants and garden merchandising is required. · Regular communication is required between you and your line manager in order to maximize efficiency in this role. · The nature of our business is dependent on customer service, which requires individuals to display flexibility. · Availability to work both weekdays and weekends is a must. · A consistent level of quality is required, in keeping with Avoca high standards across all our stores. Why work with us? We're always on the lookout for like-minded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits: Avoca is an equal opportunities employer.
Seasonal Team Member
Seasonal Baristas – Join Our Team This Christmas! Looking for a temporary role to brighten up your festive season? This isn’t just another job — it’s your chance to brew great coffee, meet amazing people, and gain real experience in a brand that loves growth, teamwork, and promoting from within. ✨ Why Join Us? • Be part of a fun, friendly, and supportive team . • Free handcrafted coffee on every shift (because you deserve it!). • Employee discounts across all our locations. • A workplace where every day feels different — energetic, busy, and full of festive cheer. What You’ll Do: Serve great coffee, make someone’s day, and help create the warm, welcoming atmosphere Costa is famous for. Make it Yours: Bring your energy, smile, and love for coffee — and let’s make this Christmas season one to remember! Apply today and bring your love for coffee to life with Costa!
Healthcare Assistant
Looking for meaningful work where you can truly make a difference, with real flexibility built around your life? At Dovida, Ireland’s largest and most trusted home care provider, we are welcoming caring, reliable people to join our team and support clients in the comfort of their own homes. We believe great care starts with great carers and we will support you every step of the way. Why you will love working with Dovida CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
