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x1 Permanent - Full-time x1 Fixed Term - Part-time Salary: Scale 4, NJC Spinal Column Points 9-13 £28,153 - £30,023 per annum, (pro rata) (plus employer pension contribution) Deliver better lives for all, whilst enhancing your career. These are the things we hold dear at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council; respect, honesty, excellence, accountability, leadership & equality. We have an ambitious vision for our area. We want to create opportunities for strong, healthy communities, and business growth. Our success will create new opportunities for individuals, families & communities. Every role at LCCC contributes to this aim, and if appointed to this role you will be part of creating better lives for all. To provide and maintain a quality customer service, including devising and delivering health and fitness instruction programmes, centre-based coaching classes and Exercise Referral (i.e. PARs/Healthwise) and rehabilitation programmes. Curious to learn more? Full details of the role are in the job description. Apply now and take the first step in your new career. The application form will only be available online. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through the Council ITRENT Web Recruitment system therefore application forms in hard copy will not be available to candidates. However, the Council will consider any requests for an application to be made in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements where possible, for example access to a computer. The Council is committed to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to compete fairly for jobs. If you have any special needs or requirements with regard to any stage of the recruitment process please contact the HR&OD team at via email recruitment@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or telephone 02892447444.
Community Access Facilitator
Key Working Relationships: The Community Access Facilitator will work closely with people who receive a day service and with their nominated circles of support. The Community Access Facilitator works with Day Services wider team and management as well as members of the multi-disciplinary team. The Community Access Facilitator will also build and maintain working relationships with relevant community organisations, educational providers and local employers. Purpose of the Post: The Community Access Facilitator will take a lead role in supporting people within the framework of New Directions. The Community Access Facilitator will work autonomously under the general supervision of their manager. The Community Access Facilitator will: 1) Empower people to live full and meaningful lives. To build their confidence and autonomy and explore/progress their career and life goals. 2) Enable adults with a disability to gain and maintain valued social roles (student, employee, volunteer, neighbour, friend) and to be recognised as equal citizens. 3) Work with adults with a disability, key staff, their nominated circles of support, and multidisciplinary team members through a person-centred approach towards the values of New Directions: person centred; community inclusion; active citizenship and quality services. 4) Provide supports within the framework of New Directions, guided by Human Rights Based Approach principles of participation, accountability, non-discrimination, empowerment, legality and an outcomes-based individualised approach to services for adults with disabilities. 5) Promote input and co-production of how their Day Services are planned and delivered so as to ensure that adults with disabilities shape policies and supports that affect them. 6) Support participation in decision-making at both the individual and the service design/ delivery level, addressing barriers to inclusion and advocating for structural change where required. 7) Respect the dignity and autonomy of the person, ensuring rights under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and equality legislation are central to all actions. 8) Work in both group and individual settings in the community with adults with disabilities and their nominated circle of support, promoting equality of opportunity to access a wide range of community-based services and mainstream opportunities (education, work, leisure, civic participation) on the same basis as the general population to meet their individual needs. 9) Promote positive risk taking, supporting individuals to make their own decisions and learn from new experiences. Corlann Ethos The core values of our services have always been the dignity and humanity of each person. How these are expressed has evolved over time with our greater understanding of the rights of all people with a disability, with the changing hopes and expectations of the individuals and families with whom we work, and with the growing expertise of all associated with our services. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Community Access Facilitator will: • Work collaboratively with the person supported, their nominated circle of support to co-produce person-centred plans with ambition and possibility. • Support the person to access mainstream opportunities (education, work, civic life) on the same basis as others, and to challenge structural barriers where they arise. • Promote advocacy and self-direction, ensuring the person’s voice is central to all planning and decision-making by supporting adults with a disability to speak up for themselves and make their own choices, making sure their views guide all planning and decisions. • Include people with a disability directly in identifying and managing risk, respecting their right to make informed choices even when those choices involve some level of risk. • Support social and community inclusion, recognising the diverse identities of people with disabilities who are supported (e.g. gender, Traveller identity, ethnicity, sexuality). • Provide respectful and dignified personal support, which may include assistance with eating, showering, dressing and toileting, when required. • Support the person with developing their skills in the areas of o Creating and maintaining valued social roles o Communication o Activities of daily living o Social Integration and the use of community facilities • Support the person to establish a circle of support and wider community connections. • Support the person to focus on outcomes/goals aligned with their person-centred plans. • Support the person to identify their strengths and areas of interest to enable active citizenship and community participation. • Support the person to identify who is best placed to support them to access valued roles in community. • Ensure that all activities and supports are monitored, maintained/reduced at an appropriate pace to ensure adults with a disability can sustain their valued social roles. • Introduce new experiences at a pace that enables the person to achieve success, addressing obstacles and other issues that may compromise achievement of agreed goals. • Seek out opportunities for the person to participate in social, work or training roles of their choice which are in socially inclusive settings and typical for a person of a similar age. • Assist the person to develop a full range of social relationships and valued social roles including developing friendships and social networks. • Empower the person to be a valued citizen in their local community, make choices and have ordinary life experiences. • Seek out opportunities for the person to experience a range of activities as a means of discovering their areas of interest, strength and conditions that will enable inclusion and citizenship. • Promote advocacy and self-direction through listening to the person’s wishes, supporting the person to make decisions and advocating on their behalf where required. • Explore and encourage the use of natural community supports by building interpersonal relationships in community with others. • Provide onsite support and mentoring to people who are accessing work experience in the local community. • Assist the person to identify and develop opportunities to experience volunteering, work experience, supported employment and pathways to full employment. • Promote and provide practical road safety awareness and travel training as required. • Facilitate the person to access mainstream educational programmes. • Identify and support the development of skills for self-directed living, including the delivery of training modules. • Assist with administration of medication, carrying out therapeutic interventions as prescribed by multi-disciplinary team /medical professionals, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team. • Support the person to develop and maintain money management skills and ensure that petty cash used and any personal monies of individuals supported are properly accounted for. Administration The Community Access Facilitator will: • Establish and maintain partnerships with organisations, including advocacy groups, to strengthen systemic change for inclusion. • Attend and participate in staff meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings, planning and review meetings as deemed appropriate. • Ensure the privacy and confidentiality of the person whilst acknowledging the needs for professional sharing of information within the relevant staff team. • Ensure records and documentation are maintained to a high standard and storage of files is in line with data protection policy at all times. • Develop and maintain good relationships with the nominated circle of support of the person supported, their support circle and uphold and support their role in the person’s life. • Work with other organisations to create networks and share resources. • Contribute to the development of quality assurance systems and procedures. • Identify and collect data to measure outcomes, prepare reports as requested. Record not only outcomes but also barriers experienced by people supported, ensuring these inform service improvement and policy advocacy • Report on rights-related indicators (access to services, discrimination experienced, progress on autonomy and inclusion • Cover for other staff as required. Education & Training The Community Access Facilitator will: • Attend and participate in all staff training as deemed relevant by organisational policy and service manager. • Undertake relevant training and be informed of current developments in services for people with disabilities e.g. Person-Centred Planning, Personal Outcome Measures, Human Rights and Citizenship, “New Directions- Review of day services and implementation Plan 2012-2016”, Supported Self Directed Living. • Participate in committees and agency forums as directed by service manager. Health & Safety / Risk Management The Community Access Facilitator will: • Stay informed of current Human Rights Based Approach developments, United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities implementation, and national/international disability rights frameworks • Engage in training on anti-discrimination, cultural competence, trauma-informed practice, and intersectionality • Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to the person’s supported care or wellbeing. • Adhere to all Corlann policies and procedures and to all relevant Health & Safety legislation. • Enable positive risk taking and ensure this is documented in line with the person’s rights under United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and service policies. • Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated Corlann protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Flexibility Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches to their work. Duties and responsibilities of any post in the Services are likely to change with the ongoing needs and developments of the Services. Employees will therefore be required to carry out such other duties appropriate to their employment as may be assigned to him/her from time to time. Confidentiality In the course of the employment the post holder may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of individuals supported and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning individuals supported, staff, or other health service business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required. Essential • Possess a qualification in General Health and Social Care or Community and/or Youth Work, as recognised by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), formerly FETAC, at a minimum of QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (see Appendix 1 for list of qualifications) Or • Possess a relevant healthcare qualification at a minimum of QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Or • Hold an equivalent healthcare qualification from another jurisdiction Post Specific Requirement Essential • Minimum of 6 months’ relevant experience • Experience in completing effective reports • Experience of working as part of a team in service provision • Experience of supporting adults with varying degrees of intellectual disability • Knowledge of needs of adults with intellectual disabilities • Understanding of Health & Safety • Knowledge of the Ethos of Corlann • Good understanding of socialisation and recreational needs of people who use the services. • Knowledge of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team • Knowledge of how to support people who use services to achieve personal outcomes • Knowledge of HIQA Regulations and responsibilities. • Knowledge of current trends in intellectual disabilities services e.g. Rights Based approach to Service Provision Candidates must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge • An understanding of New Directions policy, Human Rights Based Approach, United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities principles, supported decision-making, equality legislation, anti-discrimination practice, and cultural competence. • An understanding of Person-Centred Planning as being at the forefront of Day Services. • An understanding of the role of the Community Access Facilitator as an enabler of equal citizenship, not simply a provider of care. • A commitment to co-produce and demonstrate an ability to engage people with lived experience in shaping service delivery and evaluation • Capacity to monitor rights outcomes and escalate systemic issues that compromise equality and inclusion • Skills in enabling self-advocacy, independent living, and participation in civic and community life • An understanding that people can face more than one kind of disadvantage at the same time (for example, because of disability, gender, or ethnicity), and the ability to support them in ways that take all of these challenges into account. • An ability to recognise intersectional discrimination and a commitment to inclusive practices that reflect diverse experiences • A commitment to real fairness not just giving people the same opportunities, but also identify and addressing the barriers that stop them from fully taking part in society. • A commitment to ensuring that individuals with disabilities (or adults with additional support needs) can lead ordinary lives with the same opportunities and expectations as others. • Demonstrate a commitment to citizenship and community inclusion for persons with a disability. • Demonstrate knowledge of support and approaches used in the management of behaviour that challenges. • Knowledge of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team • An understanding of communicating with people who are minimally speaking/non-speaking. Planning & Organising • Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise effectively. • Demonstrate ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multi-tasking as part of daily workload management. Team Skills & Leadership Potential • Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain relationships including the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. • Demonstrate ability to show initiative and work independently. • Demonstrate ability to create networks and establish partnerships and linkages with other community workers and organisations. • Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change and ability to support others in a changing environment. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Demonstrate a commitment to assuring high standards and person-centred supports. • Demonstrate ability to advocate effectively for the rights, decisions and needs of people supported and promote people’s access to resources, supports and services. • Demonstrate an awareness and skills in supporting individuals to achieve best possible health and well-being. • Demonstrate initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service improvement. • Demonstrate respect and empathy for diversity and individuality. Analysis, Problem Solving and Decision Making • Demonstrate ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions/solve problems especially with regard to the person’s overall health, wellbeing and quality of life • Demonstrate ability to be creative in terms of challenges and barriers. Communication & Interpersonal Skills • Demonstrate the ability to use active listening skills and show empathy when communicating with the person supported and their family. • Demonstrate competency in general use of information technology –computers, office functions, internet for research purposes, email, preparation of presentation materials etc. • Demonstrate effective communications and interpersonal skills including: the ability to engage collaboratively with all stakeholders. • Demonstrate ability to build collaborative relationships and networks within communities.
Financial Accountant
Financial Accountant Location: Craigavon Hours / Shifts / Pattern: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - Full-time or part-time working arrangements available. Core working hours are between 10:00am and 4:00pm, Monday to Friday. Business Unit: Almac Diagnostic Services Open To: Internal and External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB12025 The Opportunity We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a qualified and experienced accountant to join the Finance team within Almac Diagnostic Services. As Financial Account/ Senior Accountant / Company Accountant, you will play an important role in supporting the effective financial management of the business. You will prepare and review monthly management accounts, provide clear financial commentary and analysis, oversee balance sheet reconciliations and support the completion of year-end accounts and audit working papers. You will also supervise and support colleagues within the Finance department, helping to manage day-to-day activities, resolve issues and ensure key financial deadlines are achieved. Working closely with both financial and non-financial stakeholders, you will provide accurate information and meaningful insight to support effective business decisions. This is a varied and influential role for an experienced finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on accounting responsibilities with team leadership, process improvement and financial analysis. Key responsibilities include: Experience in project accounting, budgeting, costing or Microsoft Dynamics 365 would be advantageous. If you are an experienced finance professional who is ready to take ownership of key accounting activities, support and develop colleagues, and contribute to the continued improvement of financial processes, we would welcome your application. Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions or possess a valid work permit that will allow them to take up employment in the UK. Further information Further information on the essential and desirable criteria required for this role can be found in the Job Description attached to this advert. Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered. Applicants interested in part-time hours should outline their preferred working arrangement as part of their application. Following successful completion of the six-month probationary period, the successful candidate will be eligible to apply for hybrid working. A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where your work contributes to the advancement of human health. How to apply Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date: We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 8th November 2026. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sales Assistant
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. Maxi Zoo Ireland are currently recruiting for a Part Time Sales Assistant for our Leopardstown store. Why join us?
Retail Assistant
At Holland & Barrett, we're more than a retailer, we're trusted partners in helping people make health and wellness a way of life. As a Retail Assistant , you'll play an important role in creating welcoming, inspiring experiences for every customer who walks through our doors. Whether you're already passionate about wellbeing or simply curious to learn more, we'll give you the training, support and opportunities to build your knowledge and make a real difference every day. What you'll be doing If you're looking for a role where you can learn, grow and make a positive difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Holland & Barrett as a Retail Assistant. Please note that vacancies may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. About Holland & Barrett For over 150 years, Holland & Barrett has been helping people take positive steps towards better health and wellbeing. Today, we're proud to be one of Europe's leading health and wellness retailers, combining trusted expertise with evidence-led products and advice to support everybody on their unique wellness journey. Inclusion & accessibility statement At Holland & Barrett, we believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we'll be happy to support you.
Retail Assistant
€14.70 per hour At Holland & Barrett, we're more than a retailer, we're trusted partners in helping people make health and wellness a way of life. As a Retail Assistant , you'll play an important role in creating welcoming, inspiring experiences for every customer who walks through our doors. Whether you're already passionate about wellbeing or simply curious to learn more, we'll give you the training, support and opportunities to build your knowledge and make a real difference every day. What you'll be doing If you're looking for a role where you can learn, grow and make a positive difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Holland & Barrett as a Retail Assistant. Please note that vacancies may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Sales Assistant
ROLE You will assist the Pharmacist in delivering a comprehensive dispensing service to patients to meet their individual needs. You will be involved in the assembly of a range of Monitored Dosage Systems and the supply of a wide range of Pharmacy products. Essential Criteria GCSE (or equivalent qualification) Maths and English – Grades A-C Applicants should be able to demonstrate numeracy and accuracy skills required for a retail pharmacy environment. Retail experience. Eligible to work in the UK ( Proof Requested). Desirable Criteria Previous experience in a similar role in a retail pharmacy environment. NVQ Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills HOURS Hours: We currently have 2 posts available: 1 x 40 hours per week as per rota 1 x part time hours per week, as per rota Flexibility is required Previous unsuccessful applicants within the last 2 months need not apply
Social Care Worker, Northside
St. Michael’s House are recruiting a Social Care Workers for Residential & Day Services Full Time and Part Time Permanent Contracts available Locations: North Dublin - Service Area 2 St. Michael's House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high-quality service for five people. Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi-disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide positive behaviour and person centred supports to ensure a good quality of life. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Key duties associated with the role: Successful candidates will be paid in line with June ‘26 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker Salary Scale point 1: €41,260 to point 14: €57,789 per annum based on working a 39-hour week. Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above. How to Apply: All of the below documents must be submitted before the application is deemed complete: · A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience. · A short cover letter/personal statement outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position of Social Care Worker within St. Michael’s House. Closing Date: 24th November 2026 at 5pm Shortlisting will happen and candidates who meet criteria will then be notified of an interview date. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Informal enquires: Informal enquiries can be made to – recruitment@smh.ie Please note that a twelve month panel will be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled. Candidates who meet criteria will then be notified of an interview date. Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
E-commerce Assistant
Your Responsibilities: Fulfillment & Order Accuracy — Driven by a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, you’ll accurately pick, pack, and ship orders to ensure our customers receive the right gear on time, every time. As our e-commerce operations continue to grow, you’ll play a critical role in delivering a seamless online shopping experience from our warehouse floor straight to the customer's doorstep. Inventory & Efficiency — Every E-Commerce Warehouse Assistant takes ownership of their workflow. You’ll maintain organized packing stations, update stock levels in real time, handle returns or mispicks promptly, and maintain high standard operational efficiency so that every order moves out the door without a hitch. Team Player — You’ll be part of an energetic logistics and fulfillment team that thrives under pressure, works together to hit daily shipping targets, and celebrates shared wins. You are comfortable working collaboratively during high-volume periods while remaining self-motivated when managing tasks independently. Who Are You? Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys hands-on, active work. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality control. A natural problem solver with effective communication skills. Reliable, efficient, and ready to step up as part of the team during peak operational times (weekends and holiday rushes). Excited to play a key role behind the scenes in delivering a top-tier customer experience.
Sales Assistant (Christmas Temp)
About The Role Join us at Dealz during this festive period as a Seasonal Sales Assistant and help make the most magical shopping season of the year even brighter for our customers. As one of Dealz's Elves on the shop floor, you’ll be a festive ambassador for our brand, creating a warm, welcoming, and merry shopping experience every day. You’ll be part of a friendly and energetic team, keeping shelves stocked with all those essential items, delivering fantastic customer service, supporting deliveries, ensuring the checkouts run smoothly, and helping maintain a safe, tidy, and cheerful store environment. We're looking for team players with a positive, can-do attitude and a friendly approach. Good organisation and attention to detail, especially when working on the tills, are essential. Previous retail or customer service experience is a bonus, but not a requirement. We’ll provide all the training you need to help you shine, because every member of our team plays an important part in making this, the most wonderful time of the year, a success. This role will start soon and last until the end of December, and we may require you to work different shifts based on store needs, therefore flexibility is key. We offer rewards that go beyond the payslip, including: 10% employee discount card with increased discount events over the year. Celebrate your birthday, you’ll get an extra day off for your birthday. 30 days holiday a year inc banks, rising by one day a year up to 33 days. We put wellbeing first through our partnership with Retail Trust which gives you and your family access to a fantastic range of resources. My Staff Shop, giving you an amazing number of discounts and shopping vouchers. For those unexpected moments, our partnership with a financial wellbeing platform enables you to access up to 50% of your monthly earned wages early, along with savings and financial advice. If your role turns permanent with us we have training and development opportunities as we want you to grow your career, be that through one of the qualifications we offer or internal programmes, Sales Assistant can be just the first step. Plus, life assurance and NAERSA pension. We’re committed and proud to our inclusive culture, and that starts with the recruitment and selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process, please do share this with us on your application form and we’ll make every effort to meet your needs.
