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YOUNG PEOPLE IN YOUR AREA NEED YOU! All area's of Louth, Meath, Cavan & Monaghan, Limerick, Cork, Waterford, Wexford, Clare & N.Tipp Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland are looking for male and female Advocates to work in YOUR community to support children, young people and families in need to achieve their goals. We invite applicants from the following area’s to apply using the job ref code; NEAST0625: Louth, Meath, Cavan & Monaghan SOU0625 : Limerick, Cork, Waterford, Wexford, Clare & N.Tipp 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. What we offer: €16.52 per hour Training and financial assistance for further education Flexible working hours Join a growing, dynamic and forward-thinking organisation 92.24% of employees agreed or agreed strongly that YAP is an enjoyable place to work (Staff Opinion Survey 2024) “Great support for this young person and helped to build capacity to get out into community” – TUSLA Social Worker About us: YAP Ireland is a registered charity that provides a needs-led, family support service which uses a strengths-based approach to improve the lives of young people and their families in their community achieving positive outcomes. Please see our website for lots more information about our amazing work. The Role of the Advocate: “It`s getting my son out. He's starting to socialise. It gives him a break away from the home and time to do his own little thing. He loves going with his Advocate.” - Parent “YAP is the best thing that has ever happened to me.” – Young Person Provide a one-to-one support to Young People and Families for up to 15 hours per week (€16.07 PER HOUR) Build a trusting relationship with young people & parents /carers Work with young people and families to achieve their goals Identify and link young people and families with the appropriate community supports Support young people to identify their interests and support parents/carers with parenting Advocates report to Team Leaders and with their support develop a strengths-based, needs-led Individual Service Plan (ISP) with the young person and family. Advocates Requirements: You need to be: A good listener and a positive role model Available for flexible working hours, evenings and weekends Interested in your community and want to make a difference Have a full driving license and access to your own transport Advocates are required to attend fortnightly supervisions and monthly team meetings IF YOU THINK THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU: WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU Closing date for receipt of applications is 6th July 2025: Only completed application forms will be accepted, CVs will NOT be accepted. If enough applications are received before the closing date, these vacancies may close early. Full Training will be provided. Successful applicants will form a panel for consideration throughout 2025. If you are successful, you will need to be available for an interview which will be face to face. Interviews will take place in July. There is a training programme that you will need to attend in July/August 2025.
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 🛑
B2B New Sales and Business Development Opportunities
Do you have what it takes to be a Top-Performing Sales Person? Would you like the opportunity to earn €100k+ this year? If so then we want to hear from you! Role details: - Please include a Cover Letter with your application.
Community Facilitator
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: 4 X PERMANENT PART-TIME COMMUNITY FACILITATORS (Instructor/Supervisor grade) BOYLE ADULT SERVICES (Boyle, Ballaghaderreen, Frenchpark areas) Job ID: 81866 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Community Facilitator roles are also available. Location: Boyle Adult Services (Boyle, Ballaghaderreen, Frenchpark areas). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services or in an individual’s own home. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Boyle Adult services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: The Community Facilitator will be involved in the development and implementation of the educational, social, vocational, recreational and personal development goals for people supported in the service. The successful candidate will take a lead in the day to day coordination of the service and have responsibility to fill a key worker role for the people supported by the services. The successful candidate will work to get people supported involved in their local community developing active roles and increasing participation in their locality. Qualifications / Experience: Normal working hours are Monday – Friday. However weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the people we support or to achieve Personal Outcomes. Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm over 7 days to meet the requirements of the programme. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Starting and finishing times will be as notified to you by the Line Manager. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Remuneration: Department of Health Instructor / Supervisor salary scales as at 01/03/2025 apply: €35,081 x 12 increments - €50,864 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Community Facilitator appointments within the Boyle Adult Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached I nformal enquiries for this post to Tommie Scanlon, Boyle Services Area Manager on 087 169 7954 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 13th July 2025 Interview date is scheduled for 6th August 2025. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €15.39 – €17.12 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €19.23 p/h Sunday - from €23.00 p/h Public Holidays - from €30.80 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 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 · 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 · 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.
Household Survey Interviewer 2025
Overview of the Role Title of the position: Temporary & Permanent Household Survey Interviewers (Average weekly hours 25.15). Locations: We are recruiting in the following locations: Clare, Sligo, Carlow, Cavan, Limerick, Wexford, Longford, Donegal, Laois, Leitrim, Mayo, Monaghan, Roscommon, Westmeath, Offaly, Waterford, Louth and Galway. Survey interviewing work is carried out across the whole country. However, it is the policy of the CSO to assign interviewers to suitable geographical locations based on their home address. Therefore, the offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Roles and Responsibilities Preparation for interviewing/collection process This involves attending appropriate training sessions as directed by field management/CSO headquarters. Trainings may be conducted on-site or virtually. This training process involves studying any necessary documentation, learning how to use IT systems and processes as well as testing new questions/processes. A tablet computer and smartphone will be used to manage interviewer workload. Attendance at training is mandatory. Survey Interviewing/Collection Survey work requires interviewers to carry out data collection by means of electronic data capture, using a tablet or other data capturing device. Interviewers will be required to transfer data to CSO headquarters in the manner prescribed for each particular survey. Interviewers will be expected to meet minimum data collection targets and deadlines as outlined by field management. Interviewers are expected to meet high data quality standards in a timely manner. Liaison with Field Management/CSO Headquarters Interviewers are expected to be in regular contact with field management through telephone, email, virtual meetings (e.g., MS Teams) or in-person contact. Administration Interviewers will be expected to complete and submit relevant administrative documentation by specific deadlines using both electronic and paper methods. Data Protection Interviewers will ensure high levels of data governance and information security, particularly regarding access to confidential data. Other duties Any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time, as appropriate to the position of Survey Interviewer. Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission1 or a stamp 5 permission. 1 Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. Requirements for the Position • Education requirement: intermediate certificate/junior certificate or equivalent. • Hold a current full driving licence with authorisation to drive in Ireland and have the full use of a car for the hours spent working on the survey. • Fluent English both written and spoken. • Proven experience of personal interaction with the public ideally through face to face and telephone interviewing, practical social work or related work. • Good IT software skills, e.g., Microsoft Office 365 and MS Teams. • Availability to work flexible hours. This flexibility extends to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are at home. • The ability to guarantee confidentiality at all times in relation to your role. • Good communication/articulation skills together with good persuasion and negotiating skills. Special Features The Interviewer position is a lone worker position. This means that the Interviewer works from their home and organises and completes their own work under the supervision of the Survey Coordinator in line with role requirements. Interviewers must be available to work flexible hours. Survey Interviewers are expected to work on average 25.15 hours per week. Depending on the survey involved, this flexibility will extend to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are available. Being a Household Survey Interviewer in the CSO What surveys will I work on? You could be working on a range of different surveys and may be simultaneously working on up to 3 surveys at a time – so time management and multi-tasking skills are a must. Some of the main surveys conducted by CSO Household Survey Interviewers are the Labour Force Survey (LFS), the Survey of Income and Living Conditions (SILC), and the Household Budget Survey (HBS). The CSO arealso recruiting through this campaign for interviewers to work on the Growing Up in Ireland survey – the national longitudinal study of children in Ireland which has been following the progress of c.20,000 children and their families since 2006. From time-to-time the CSO conducts other surveys, as requested, and you may be asked to work on these as well. More information on CSO Household Surveys can be found on the CSO website: https://www.cso.ie/en/surveys/householdsurveys/ What will my working hours be? You will be contracted to work 25.15 hours per week. You will have flexibility in working these hours, but there is a requirement for evening and Saturday work – you are not required to work any Sundays. We have found that the best times to interview households tend to be between 4pm and 8pm, though this may vary depending on the area you are in. Households are willing to give up their free time to participate in our surveys and it is important that you are as flexible as possible to find a time that suits them to participate. Where will I be working? Your work assignments will be based on your home location and will branch out from there. You may need to travel further from home at times and the distance of the travel will depend on whether your location is urban or rural in nature. Flexibility in relation to travel is required at times to meet the demands of individual surveys. Your area of work may change from time to time. What will I be paid? Starting rate of pay effective 1st March 2025 is €387.85 (ppc) per week. A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution (non ppc). In addition to this, there is also the potential to earn an additional completion payment of up to 13% of grosspay depending on response rates achieved. Civil service mileage rates apply for any work-related travel in addition to other allowances which may be payable. What training will I receive? All household survey interviewers will receive comprehensive training on the role before starting work. This usually involves initial training in a specified location which will last approximately 2 weeks, with further on-site and online training sessions depending on which surveys you will be working on. Quarterly, regional in-person training sessions are also organised, as well as ad-hoc training sessions from time to time. On-going training and support will be provided by your appointed Coordinator, who will be your first line of contact with the CSO and will manage your work on a day-to-day basis. What is expected of me? Minimum expected response rates will apply to each of the surveys on which you work, and you will be expected to achieve these rates. Household survey interviewers are the CSO representatives at doorsteps across the country and must at all times carry out their work in a professional and respectful manner. You will be expected to maintain regular contact and communication with your Coordinator. Key Competencies for Survey Interviewer SURVEY INTERVIEWER COMPETENCIES Customer Service & Communication Skills • Actively listens to others and tries to understand their perspectives/requirements/needs. • Understands the steps or processes that customers must go through and can clearly explain these. • Is respectful, courteous and professional, remaining composed, even in challenging circumstances. • Can be firm when necessary and communicate with confidence and authority. • Communicates clearly and fluently when speaking and in writing. Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility for work and sees it through to the appropriate next level. • Completes work in a timely manner. • Adapts quickly to new ways of doing things. • Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard and learns from mistakes. • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered. • Is self-reliant and uses judgment on when to ask manager or colleagues for guidance. Information Management/Processing • Approaches and delivers all work in a thorough and organised manner. • Follows procedures and protocols, understanding their value and the rationale behind them. • Keeps high quality records that are easy for others to understand. • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g., written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages etc. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level and deliver a quality service. • Serves the government and people of Ireland. • Is thorough and conscientious, even if work is routine. • Is enthusiastic and resilient in the face of challenging circumstances and setbacks. • Is personally honest and trustworthy. • At all times acts with integrity. • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play their part. Selection Process The selection process may include some or all of the following elements: • Shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their application form; • Competitive preliminary interview; • Any other tests or exercises that may be deemed appropriate. Applicants who are successful in this competition will be placed on a panel, in an order of merit. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Permanent Panel: The permanent panel will be maintained for no longer than 3 years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Temporary Panel The temporary panel will be maintained for no longer than 3years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Should similar vacancies, including temporary positions, arise elsewhere in the CSO candidates may be drawn from this competition. Security Clearance You will be required to complete and return a Garda eVetting form should you come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which you resided. If you have resided/studied in countries outside of the Republic of Ireland for a period of 6 months or more, it is mandatory for you to furnish a Police Clearance Certificate from those countries stating that you have no convictions recorded against you while residing there. You will need to provide a separate Police Clearance Certificate for each country you have resided in. Clearance must be dated after the date you left the country. It is your responsibility to seek security clearances in a timely fashion as they can take some time. You cannot be appointed without this information being provided and being in order. The Importance of Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Acts, 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All enquiries, applications and all aspects of the proceedings are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone, outside those directly involved in that aspect of the process. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from computer records for general statistical purposes Code of Practice This competition is being organised in accordance with the Code of Practice titled Appointment to Positions in the Civil Service and Public Service published by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CSO will consider any requests for review in accordance with the provisions of this code. A copy of the Code may be accessed at www.cpsa.ie. The CSO is an equal opportunity employer. Assignments will be made based on qualifications and the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the grade or post. Candidates’ Obligation Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Candidates must not: • knowingly or recklessly provide false information • canvass any person with or without inducements • personate a candidate at any stage of the process • interfere with or compromise the process in any way. It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount.Sharing information on the selection process e.g., through social media or any other means, may result in you being disqualified from the competition. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must: • Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. • Be suitable on the grounds of character. • Be suitable on the grounds of health and physical fitness. • Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, they will not be appointed to the post unless they: (a) Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. (b) Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Quality Customer Service We aim to provide an excellent quality service to all our customers. If, for whatever reason, you are unhappy with any aspect of the service you receive from us, we urge you to bring this to our attention. Feedback will be provided on written request. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force on the 25th of May 2018, replacing the existing data protection framework under the EU Data Protection Directive. When your application form is received, we create 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 and should you be successful certain information will be retained by the CSO’s HR division for employment purposes. Salary - PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) The weekly salary scale for this position effective from 1st March 2025 is as follow: €387.85, €407.01, €411.90, €426.06, €440.28, €454.52, €468.74, €482.96, €496.78, €510.62, €524.47, €540.65, €552.03, €573.46 (NMAX), €590.32 (LSI1), €598.05 (LSI2) Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Hours of Attendance Formal hours of work do not apply to these duties. Permanent Survey Interviewers will be assigned a quota of weekly work on CSO household surveys which, on average over the period of a quarter, should not exceed 25.15 hours per week. Temporary Survey Interviewers will be assigned survey duties as required on a weekly basis. Workinghours for Temporary Survey Interviewers will depend on the number of households to be surveyed. Working patterns can be flexible but Survey Interviewers should be available to take on work at least 5 days on average per week outside of the headquarters which in respect of this employment is based in the Survey Interviewer’s home. The flexibility of the working hours is such that the Survey Interviewer is expected to work when potential respondents are available, and the Survey Interviewer will be expected to minimise unproductive work hours and journeys in this regard. Sunday working is not permitted in this employment. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance over and above 25.15 hours per week as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Survey Interviewers will be obliged to keep a record of the hours worked as outlined in the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (Organisation of Working Time (Records) (Prescribed Form and Exemptions) Regulations, 2001.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: 4 X PERMANENT PART-TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKERS STROKESTOWN ADULT SERVICES (Strokestown, Tulsk, Elphin and Ballinagare) Job ID: 81736 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Social Care Worker roles are also available. Location: Strokestown Adult Services (Strokestown, Tulsk, Elphin and Ballinagare Areas). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services or in an individual’s own home. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Strokestown Adult services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with development of their individual person centred plans and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. The successful candidate will provide leadership and supervision at a local level, ensuring the service delivered is person-centred. Qualifications: All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/03/2025 apply: €39,951 x 11 increments - €55,049 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €56,089 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within the Strokestown Adult Service location may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Patricia Coleman, Area Manager 087 1447954 or Stephen Skelly, Service Coordinator on 087 0560474 Closing date for receipt of completed application form /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 9th July 2025 Interview date is scheduled for 21st July 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Team Leader
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES – WEST REGION POST OF: PERMANENT FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (CNM1) CHILDREN’S SERVICES ROSCOMMON JOB REF: 81120 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – West Region, Children’s Services provide Centre-based respite and community-based outreach services using a person-centered approach to meet the needs of children with Intellectual Disabilities. The vision of the service is to support children to achieve a full and valued life in their local community. Our aim is to provide a quality service that promotes the independence and potential of each individual we support at all stages of their lives. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support and are open to change. The Role: The successful candidate will have a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of services. The CNM1 must provide leadership in the development of the service in line with Personal Outcomes Measures and future service requirements. The Cnm1 must be familiar with Tusla Childcare regulations 2016 and be the person in charge of the service, Ensuring the holistic wellbeing of children and have excellent communication skills linking with families and members of the MDT. Location: Lean Ar Aghaidh Early childhood service is located in Roxboro Roscommon. It provides a specialised preschool service to children between the ages of 3 to 5 years with an Intellectual disability; some children may have an additional physical disability, complex medical, Sensory or behavioural needs. Reporting/Responsible to: Service Coordinator /Area Manager. Working With: • Children and families; • Educators, Teachers, Special Needs Assistants and Support Workers; • Children’s Disability Network Teams; • Family Support Team. Qualifications: • Candidates must have - A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais) is an essential requirement; RNID/RMHN qualification is desirable. • Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience gained in services for people with intellectual disabilities. Experience working with children with autism, complex medical needs/sensory needs and supporting positive behaviour is an advantage. • A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads is an essential requirement. It may also be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence. Experience: • Candidates must have experience of leading and supporting a team. • Candidates must demonstrate leadership and planning skills, along with the ability to set, action and follow through with identifying goals for each individual child in partnership with parents. • Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion, confidentiality, be creative, self-motivated, communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms, and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. • Candidates must promote a welcoming positive atmosphere for staff, children and visitors who use the building. • Candidates must set a quality standard in accordance with Tusla regulations that satisfy inspections. • Candidates must have a full clean driving licence. • Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: • Good judgement, discretion and confidentiality. • The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms, and to communicate sensitively with family members and work with them for the best outcomes. • Creative problem solving skills. • The ability to work independently and seek support from multi-disciplinary colleagues as appropriate. • Patience, flexibility, creativity and eagerness to become involved in a range of activities. • Ability to educate other staff and family members in positive health promotion needs. • The successful candidate will be required to co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy, participate in person-centred planning, individual reviews, team meetings, attend and participate in training courses, and actively contribute to team based performance management. Working Hours: 60 hours a fortnight based on a 5 day duty roster. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 25 days pro-rata per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Annual leave must be planned in advance with your manager and in line to ensure appropriate/adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Department of Health Clinical Nurse Manager 1 salary scale (01/03/2025) - €56,081 x 7 increments - €66,045 pro-rata per annum. Tenure: This post is permanent, part-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Informal enquiries to Margaret Hannon, Children’s Service Coordinator Roscommon Services 0873804106. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/CV’s online is 5pm on Friday 4th July, 2025. Interviews for this post will take place on Tuesday 15th July 2025. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
