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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 hours per week (Tuesday, Friday and the odd Sunday) Pay: €17 per hour Duties and Responsibilities Application Process Please upload your CV and cover letter by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Closing Date: 28/08/2026 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
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! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Healthcare Assistant
Join our team as a Healthcare Assistant in Portlaoise, Portarlington, Mountmellick! No prior experience? No problem! We provide accredited QQI training alongside ongoing development opportunities to help you thrive in this rewarding role. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will be responsible for providing essential support to individuals who require assistance with daily tasks, personal care, and maintaining their independence. Why Choose us? Excellent pay rates: Earn up to €21.92 Mileage: Paid mileage Bank Holiday: Double paid on Bank Holidays Weekend Rate: Saturday & Sunday Rate Sign On Bonus: €200 bonus, after 3 months* Flexible Scheduling: Flexible working hours Refer a Friend: Earn €200 for successful referrals QQI Courses: QQI enrolment and support* Recognition & Rewards: Employee of the Month, Quarter, and Year awards Career Growth: Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Free Perks: Free comprehensive training and support, Garda vetting, Cycle to Work Scheme, Wellbeing package, ongoing career progression opportunities and local discounts Who we are looking for Experience: 3 years of paid home care experience AND/OR: QQI Level 5 (Care Skills and Care of the Older Person) - we can help you achieve this Drivers licence: Hold a full driving licence with access to a car. Communication Skills: Good standard of English - both spoken and written Flexibility: Must be available to work alternative weekends
Dispenser/trainee Dispenser
We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified Part Time Dispenser/Trainee Dispenser to work in our Castletown branch. Working 12 hours per week, from 11.00am to 5.30pm Thursday and Friday each week. Additional hours may be required from time to time and applicants must be fully flexible to work according to the rota. Working as part of a team duties can include; sales of over the counter medicines, providing customers with information on symptoms and products, prescription receipt and collection, date checking, and the ordering, receiving and storing of pharmaceutical stock. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and have the ability to work accurately with attention to detail. Essential Criteria
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 Service A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees Overall Purpose of Job The purpose of the role is to enable the 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 Full 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 · Access to your own car and full driving licence ( 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
Florist
Ballyfin Demesne are looking for a talented and experienced florist to join our team. This is an exciting and creative position where you get to work in beautiful surroundings both on the estate and inside our renowned restored mansion. Working Arranagments This position is a permenant part-time position working 3 x 8 hour shifts over 7 days (Mon to Sun). You will be required to work 2 Sundays per month. Hours may also increase for annual leave cover and in busy periods depending on hotel operations. The ideal candidate will be flexible, creative, a team player and have the ability to work independently. Main Purpose of Job : This role is responsible for preparing all floral decorations for public areas, restaurants, functions and rooms. It is important to set high standards using the highest quality of material to ensure the flower arrangements have the best possible life span and to ensure the use of appropriate flowers from our gardens. Main Duties include: This is a great opportunity for a passionate individual. Great staff Benefits are also on offer.
Retail Associate
Job Description: We’re looking for Retail Associates to join our team in a welcoming environment. Whether you’re starting your career or already have experience, we’re excited to work with you and help you grow. Various roles available. 12 to 16 hours per week Why Work With Us?
Retained Firefighter
CHARACTER: Each candidate must be of good character. The County Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition. AGE: A Retained Fire-fighter must be not less than 18 and must be under 55 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to Laois County Council as proof of age. RETIREMENT : On reaching 55 years of age, or sooner if found medically or physically unfit to continue, a part-time Fire-fighter shall be required to retire. However, such Fire-fighter have the option to continue working up to age 60 subject to compulsory annual medical assessment measured against agreed standards. PROBATION: From the date of commencement as part-time Fire-fighter there shall be a period of ten months during which he/she shall be on probation. During this period he/she shall be required, when requested by the Chief Fire Officer, to undergo and successfully complete a Recruits Induction Course and a Breathing apparatus Wearers Course. Such period of ten months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The part-time Fire-fighter shall cease to be employed at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that he/she has been satisfactory in all respects. You will also be required to undergo Heavy Goods Vehicle driver training (Class C licence) & successfully pass the appropriate driving test. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Eyesight levels should be uncorrected visual acuity of 6/9, 6/12 or better. (Candidates should check with an optician to ascertain if eligible to avoid unnecessary interviews and expense prior to applying for the position). MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Before recruitment a candidate must undergo and pass health and fitness testsin accordance with “An Occupational Health System for members of the retained Fire Service as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005, in order to qualify for the post. (Refer to enclosed Firefighter Selection Tests). During the period of employment the person appointed must participate in the Occupational Health Systems as laid down in “An Occupation Health system for members of the Retained Fire Service” as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005. He/she will co-operate with Laois County Council in arrangements to this end. A Firefighter who, in the opinion of the Medical Advisor conducting the Occupational Health system, is unsuitable for operational duties as a Firefighter will be required to resign. EDUCATION AND SUITABILITY: A candidate must have attained a suitable level of education to enable him/her to undergo successfully the appropriate training and to perform satisfactorily as a part-time Firefighter. DRIVING LICENCE: On date of appointment the successful candidate must hold a full clean driving licence in respect of Category B Vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence on the latest date for the receipt of completed applications. Candidates are also required prior to appointment to procure and maintain a Class C learner permit . In addition, the successful candidate must have access to a car as he/she may be required to travel to training courses in the course of his/her duties. DRILLS AND FURTHER TRAINING: A part-time Firefighter shall attend and participate in drills and shall undergo from time to time courses and further training, including Breathing Apparatus Training, minimum of 2 weeks, as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The location(s) of the training shall be decided by the County Council. Drills shall be held at such frequency as decided by the County Council in its absolute discretion. Adequate advance notice shall be given to Firefighters. RESIDENCE: (a) The residence and place of normal work of each part-time Firefighter shall be within a distance from the Fire Station, acceptable to the Fire Authority. (As a rough guide a maximum distance of 1½ miles from the Fire Station). If at any time his/her availability is affected by change of work or any other reasons, he/she will be required to resign. (b) A part-time Firefighter shall be required to report for duty to the fire station in its present location or in the event of change of location, to such new locations that may be decided by the Fire Authority. Changes in the location of a fire station will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. AVAILABILITY: Written evidence from the employer as to availability must be provided and the County Council, in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability as so evidenced is acceptable. Self-employed must also provide written evidence as to availability. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability on recruitment for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the part-time Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. If the County Council deems a part-time Firefighter’s attendance to be unsatisfactory, it may terminate his/her service. RECRUITMENT : 1. Applicants will be required to attend for interview at their own expense . 2. Candidates will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy test as part of the recruitment process. 3. The interview board will recommend a panel of suitable applicants and further vacancies may be filled from the panel. 4. Applicants will be required to undergo Garda Vetting procedure DUTIES: (a) Each part-time Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays etc, at such times and for such periods as required by the Authority. (b) Each part-time Firefighter shall operate in accordance with such rostering arrangements as exist, or as may be arranged by the Fire Authority, from time to time, and shall attend with due promptness fire and other calls, emergencies and duties in any part of County Laois and in the area of any other Fire Authority as required by the County Council. Firefighters may be contacted via smart phone and shall participate in any online crew availability systems adopted by the Fire Authority. (c) A part-time Firefighter, as and when required, shall perform such duties as are assigned to him/her from time to time. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other calls shall at the discretion of the County Council, result in termination of service. CLOTHING ETC . While on duty, part-time Firefighter shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and such clothing and equipment shall be left in the Station immediately after the cessation of duty. Part-time Firefighter may not use such clothing and equipment save while on duty. GRIEVANCE AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE : The terms of the County Council’s Grievance and Disciplinary procedure shall apply to part-time Fire-fighters. DATA PROTECTION : This personal information of the application form 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 the General Data Protection Regulation.
