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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 Specification ExperienceEssential 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
Store Assistant
IKEA Galway are looking for friendly, customer-focused Store Assistants to join their brand-new Planning & Order Point. Bring your energy to our small, fast‑paced store team, where no two days are the same! You’ll play a key role across the store, from welcoming customers and picking orders to operating checkouts and assisting customers on the shop floor with their questions. If you enjoy a role where you get to do it all, we want to hear from you! WHAT WE OFFER • Start Date: End of October/Beginning of November 2026. • Hourly rate of €15.70 per hour. • The available working hours are as follows; 18 hours, working 3-4 days per week, including some evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends. 24 hours, working 4 days per week, including some evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends. 39 hours, working 5 days per week, including some evenings and alternate weekends. • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and skills to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs. • 15% IKEA discount and discount portal helping you save £100s on high street retailers. • X4 Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans. ...as well so much more! Full list of benefits at https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/ WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE • You have a positive approach, love multi-tasking, and are enthusiastic about being part of the team and can work without supervision. • A customer first mindset and love the versatility of working in a different area each day, making the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do. • You are computer literate and able to work with technology. • You prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time available with great attention to detail. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY • You provide an inspirational shopping experience for our customers working across various departments throughout the day, supporting customers to find the best solutions for their life at home. • You are excited about the range, curious to learn the stories behind the products and their design, keen to share this with our customers. • You support maximising sales by ensuring your areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting. WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. • Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better. • Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an on-demand video interview. • Candidates successful until this point will be invited by email to attend a live virtual interview with a member of the recruitment team. • Final stage candidates will be invited to the meet with members of the Galway project team for a final stage interview. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email Recruiter beth.crombie@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
Retail Associate
At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer. Job Description: Retail Associate. TK Maxx Galway are recruiting Part Time Temporary Associates to work a minimum 12 hours per week, must be fully flexible over 7 days. About the role When you join TJX as a Retail Associate, you'll be part of a close-knit family. In fact, right from your very first day with us, you'll be welcomed as part of our retail family. This is also a great learning environment. Our stock changes by the day, and we like to make sure our Retail Associates get plenty of variety too - you might be on the cash register one moment, guiding customers on the shop floor the next. About you You'll be an ambassador for our business - positive, enthusiastic and approachable. You'll bring a great team spirit and a natural warmth when you're dealing with customers who'll be just as diverse as your colleagues. The pace here is fast, but also very rewarding as you help to create the treasure hunt experience that keeps our customers coming back to our stores again and again. Why join us? We have a culture that's defined by our values of honesty, integrity, and treating others with dignity and respect - you'll always be encouraged to be yourself, to use your own imagination and to make decisions with your team. We'll give you the guidance and support you need to feel ready for every situation. We offer great rewards, a range of contracts, a competitive rate of pay, staff discounts and various other incentives. As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.
HR Administrator
Our in-store teams take incredible care of our customers. You’ll do the same for them. Supporting line managers to coordinate everything from work rotas and payroll to recruitment and training, you’ll make sure the team has all they need to deliver for our customers. What's the job? Highly organised and big on the little details, you'll administer all employee processes within company guidelines, policy and procedures. If you're the kind of person who can get things done, you’ll feel right at home with us. You’re great with people, and a natural problem solver delivering best practice and audit compliance. You’ll be happy to expand your skills by using new technology and learning new ways of working. You’re flexible too – able to cover store opening hours on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. What we need: What's in it for me? As part of a great team, you’ll be valued for who you are.We’re committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities we serve, where everyone can feel they belong and have equal opportunities . You will have access to a range of networks that represent our colleagues and allies and help us to continue to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business. We also recognise that wellness means different things to different people, and we want to help colleagues be at their best and feel well by offering a range of benefits to help you. As well as a competitive salary, our benefits package includes an award-winning pension scheme, ShareSave options, 6.6 weeks holiday, payroll giving, an Employee Assistance Programme, shopping discounts, colleague wellbeing benefits and lots more! We also provide generous breaks to make sure you’re refreshed and able to perform at your best. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to help you complete your application or throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. If you would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme please contact us at recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk. If you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we'll consider your application in line with our Disability Confident commitments.
Seasonal Sales Advisor
The successful candidates will be hard working, reliable, and enjoy working as part of a friendly productive team in a busy & fast paced retail environment. Become a part of our team. The Company: Carraig Donn is Ireland's leading lifestyle retailer of ladies' fashion, jewellery and gifts. Established in 1965, we are proudly Irish-owned with 42 stores nationwide and our Head Office in Westport, Co. Mayo. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and quality products while investing in the development of our people. The Role: This is a sales role which will suit a vibrant, outgoing individual who is passionate about helping customers and working as part of a well organised team. As a sales advisor, you will actively support the store team with daily tasks including customer service, till operations, stock replenishment, processing deliveries and merchandising. Carraig Donn Sales Advisors are required to display awareness of Store sales targets and KPI’s, driving sales through conversion, link selling and upselling. Your focus will be to provide customers with friendly, helpful and professional assistance in all areas of our store. We ensure customers’ needs are met and exceeded through excellent product knowledge. A genuine interest in giving advice and assistance is an important attribute of a team member at Carraig Donn. Successful candidate: • Will possess excellent customer service skills. • Will have great communication and interpersonal skills. • Will be genuinely passionate about our products • Will be self motivated, friendly and helpful with a positive can do attitude. This is a part time 6-11 hour, fixed term position until 31/12/26. Immediate availability is welcomed but not essential. Availability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekdays and weekends, is required. As this role involves serving customers and working as part of a team, a good standard of spoken and written English is required. While training will be provided, please note previous retail experience is desirable (Experience with regard to Fashion, Jewellery or Giftware will be an advantage). What We Offer: Career Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us. Join a team of industry professionals dedicated to your success. Take advantage of our culture of mentorship and development as you progress within our organisation. Paid apprenticeships allowing you to achieve level 6 certification Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment: At Carraig Donn, we foster a culture of collaboration and respect. Join a diverse team of talented individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. Continuous Learning and Development: We invest in our employees' growth and development. Access a variety of learning resources, training programs, and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, and access to a health and wellbeing support plan. Employee Discounts and Perks: As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy generous staff discounts on our exclusive product range. Take advantage of our employee referral scheme and other exciting perks. Health and Wellbeing Initiatives : Your health and wellbeing are important to us. Benefit from initiatives such as our biketowork scheme and access to our Employee Assistance programme, as well as our employee platform offering mindfulness resources, lifestyle savings, and more. Join Carraig Donn and become part of a team that values your talent and dedication. Experience the rewards of working for Ireland's premier lifestyle retailer as you embark on a fulfilling career journey with us. Apply now to seize this exciting opportunity! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €16.22 – €18.03 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.27 p/h Sunday - from €24.33 p/h Public Holidays - from €32.44 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees Overall Purpose of Job The purpose of the role is to enable our Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. Liaison There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required Minimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award. Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English Full driver's licence and access to your own car ( essential) Behaviours Person centred approach An ability to build strong relationships Strong customer service focus Flexible approach to work High level of confidentiality Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Planning and Organising Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Supervisor
Deliver amazing customer service – you know every product inside out and share their stories in ways that connect with every customer you meet. Win at sales and bring others with you – do great at your own targets while setting the example for your team members. Be the problem-solver customers and colleagues trust – handle complex questions and situations with confidence, while keeping the boutique running smoothly. Represent Rituals – follow safety standards, rock the Rituals look, and keep your product knowledge up to date through training and workshops. Bring all of you You have a similar level of experience as a supervisor or team leader in a retail or customer-driven role. You have a strong motivation to reach performance targets. You have an eye for detail, you're organised and structured. Colleagues already come to you when they're stuck. You gladly help them master the Feel-Good Experience and be a role model. You really enjoy working with customers and want to keep that connection, but you're ready to take on more responsibility too. You’re available to work during opening hours, which include evenings and weekends. Benefits of working at Rituals Rituals Root Camp: our extensive onboarding programme where we teach you everything about our brand and your role with us. 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. Potential monthly bonus of 8% on top of your gross salary when shop targets are met (applies to contracts of 16+ hours). 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.
Customer Experience Champion
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Sales Colleague
8 hours per week, with flexibility to work additional hours. €14.65 per hour + bonus (*rising to €14.95 on successful completion of probation period and 6 months service) At Currys we’re united by one passion: to help everyone enjoy amazing technology. As one of the best-known retailers of tech, we’re proud of the service our customers receive – and it’s all down to our team of caring and committed colleagues. Join us and you’ll work in a great team where you can be yourself and bring your personality. Working as one team, we learn and grow together, celebrating the big and small moments that make every day amazing. As a Retail Sales Colleague you don't necessarily need an in-depth knowledge of tech before you join the team as all our new colleagues attend a two to three day induction. Here, you’ll gain valuable skills and knowledge to help you sell, serve and support our customers and make amazing happen. We'll give you the confidence you need to ensure your recommendations are top notch. Role overview: As part of this role, you’ll be responsible for: ● Asking the right questions to match customers with products. ● Making every customer interaction memorable. ● Offering support services like delivery and installation, recycling and ways to pay. ● Contributing towards the overall sales performance of the store. ● Working across different departments and product ranges. ● Supporting with the running of the store by completing operational tasks. Our Sales Colleagues all possess the same passion for doing great work. And once you see the pleasure customers get from discovering how amazing technology can help them, you won’t want to do anything else. You will need to be: ● Approachable and friendly. ● Keen to learn about the latest technology. ● Comfortable achieving personal sales, service and customer experience targets. ● A strong team player, confident working across all parts of the store and winning as a team. We know our people are the secret to our success. That’s why we’re always looking for ways to reward great work. Alongside a competitive pension scheme (for permanent colleagues), you’ll find a host of benefits designed to work for you. They include: ● Monthly performance-related bonus. ● Product discounts on the latest tech. ● A range of wellbeing initiatives. Why join us: Join our Retail team and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you develop the career you want with new opportunities, on-going training and skills for life. And where possible, we’ll offer you the flexibility to help fit your work around your other commitments, all with the support of your manager. Not only can you shape your own future, but you can take charge of ours too. As a big recycler and repairer of tech, we’re in a position to make a real impact on people and the planet. Every voice has a space at our table and we’re committed to making inclusion and diversity part of everything we do, including how we strengthen our workforce. We want to make sure you have a fair opportunity to show us your talents during our application process, so if you need any additional assistance with your application please email careers@currys.co.uk and we’ll do our best to help.
Christmas Sales Assistant
Christmas Sales Assistant - Headford road, Galway Flying Tiger Copenhagen is fast approaching our busiest and most exciting time of the year! With Christmas around the corner, we are currently seeking enthusiastic and team players to join us for the festive period. If you are a pro-active individual who enjoys interacting with people to deliver great customer service in a bustling environment, then we'd love to have you join us! At Flying Tiger Copenhagen, we like to make the ordinary, extraordinary ! Join us in making moments & experiences special for our customers this Christmas. We are excited to share that we are looking to fill a variety of different contract types of this Christmas, with fully flexible and part time shifts available. Let us know what you’re looking for! This role requires 8 - 16 hours minimum per week but we offer more. Ideally, all applicants will have flexible availability as we operate a seven-day shift pattern. The rate of pay for this role is €13.50 per hour.
