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Roscommon County Council is the Fire Authority for all of County Roscommon. Roscommon Fire Authority is required to make reasonable provision for the prompt and efficient extinguishing of fires occurring in buildings and other places and for the protection and rescue of persons and property from injury by fire. The Fire Brigade also responds to non fire emergencies such as road traffic collisions. The Headquarters for Roscommon Fire Authority is based at the Roscommon Town Fire Station, Circular Road, Roscommon Town, Co Roscommon. There are also Fire Stations in the following towns: Ballaghaderreen Boyle Elphin Strokestown Position of Retained Firefighter part time A Firefighter’s work and training is geared towards responding safely and effectively to emergency calls, regardless of weather conditions or the time of day or night. Every time Firefighters are called to the scene of an emergency, they must be prepared to deploy the skills in which they have been trained and respond to the instructions and commands of their Incident Commander. In order to function effectively in emergencies, Firefighters must demonstrate the following characteristics: Courage and physical strength A capacity for rapid, intense and sustained effort A capacity to use their own initiative when alone Complete and automatic familiarity with the equipment and tools of the profession, which may range up to major items of plant such as fire fighting appliance vehicles A practical understanding of the basis of a wide range of subjects necessary to anticipate and overcome hazards Empathy with victims of emergency situations An ability to carry out their function in what may occasionally be emotionally difficult and harrowing circumstances The role of a Firefighter is very challenging and rewarding and individuals are required to display determination, physical stamina and discipline in challenging situations. Action, serving the community, job satisfaction and training, with all this on offer, working in the Fire Service is very appealing. If you can meet the demands of a public service with a first class reputation for dealing with all types of serious incidents, the Retained Fire Service can offer you a fulfilling and satisfying job. EMPLOYMENT The employment is part time and pensionable. EDUCATION Firefighters must have attained a satisfactory level of education to enable them to perform satisfactorily as a Firefighter and to successfully undergo the appropriate training. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway A citizen of the United Kingdom A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons A non EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or United Kingdom or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa A non EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of and resident in an EEA member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa CHARACTER A Firefighter must be of good character and shall not at any time bring the County Council into disrepute. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. AGE A Firefighter must be not less than 18 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 the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. RETIREMENT The normal retirement age is 55. On reaching 55 years of age or sooner, if found to be medically unfit, a Firefighter shall cease to be a Firefighter. Firefighters who would be physically capable of working beyond age 55 will have the option to continue working for a defined limited period, subject to compulsory medical examination on an annual basis assessed on the basis of set medical standards. The extended period will be to the maximum age of 62 subject to annual compulsory assessment under the Occupational Health Scheme. HEALTH A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Medical Examination Before recruitment, in order to ascertain the health of a candidate, successful applicants shall undergo such medical examinations, which may include x ray and or other special tests, as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. The candidate must comply, at their own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council considers necessary. An operational Firefighter shall: Agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters in operation by Roscommon County Council At any time, if requested by the County Council, undergo such medical examinations by medical examiners as nominated by the County Council Attend medical examinations in accordance with the frequency set down in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters as issued by the Local Government Management Agency to Local Authorities Any defects discovered pertaining to a medical examination will not be remedied at the County Council’s expense. Retention as an operational Firefighter will depend upon receipt of satisfactory reports by medical examiners and to the general condition above as to health. An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. RESIDENCE Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 6 minutes travel time based on GPS navigation planner such as Google Maps or similar as determined by Roscommon County Council to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. The Council retains the right to request further evidence if required on the information supplied for the purpose of verification of place of residence and location of employment. A Firefighter shall notify the County Council in writing of any subsequent changes of residence or place of employment. A change of residence or place of employment that would place the Firefighter outside these limits will mean automatic termination of employment. The Council will check this prior to appointment and at periodic intervals after appointment. OTHER EMPLOYMENT Written evidence must be provided from the employer as to availability prior to appointment and the County Council in its sole discretion shall decide as to whether the availability as so provided is acceptable. If the Firefighter’s primary employer subsequently changes their conditions of employment and does not allow the Firefighter to attend fire calls or drills during working hours, employment will be terminated. Self employed applicants must also provide written evidence as to availability prior to appointment. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability for initial training and for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. DRIVING LICENCE A recruit Firefighter shall possess a valid full current Category B Driving Licence at the time of applying for the post and ideally a Category C Driving Licence for heavy goods vehicles with up to eight passengers. All newly appointed Retained Firefighters will be required to obtain a Category C Driving Licence. Firefighters will cooperate with further driver training and will be required to drive fire service vehicles if operationally needed. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform the County Council and it shall be dealt with through the Council’s disciplinary procedure and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. GARDA VETTING The successful candidate will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau Children and Vulnerable Persons Act 2012 to 2016 or any subsequent amendments to the legislation mentioned in advance of appointment and on a periodic basis thereafter for the duration of their employment. PROBATION Before appointment as a Firefighter, a recruit shall attend and successfully complete the three week Firefighter Skills Training Course and a two week Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers Course. Recruit Firefighters will be required to undergo and successfully complete the following recruit training programmes during their probationary period: A one week Breathing Apparatus Compartment Fire Behaviour Course Any other course that the County Council may consider necessary Training fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €26.04. Failure to successfully complete all of the above courses will result in the termination of the Firefighter’s employment. Some or all of the above courses will be held at a training facility which may or may not be situated locally. From the date of commencement as a recruit Firefighter there shall be a period of 12 months during which the recruit Firefighter shall be on probation. During this time the recruit Firefighter shall be continually assessed to determine suitability for continued employment. Such period of 12 months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The recruit shall not become a permanent Retained Firefighter at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that the Firefighter has been satisfactory in all respects. REMUNERATION A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of fire and drill fees and retainer fees and in accordance with any national agreements for retained Firefighters. Payment of fees is currently made quarterly but will be moving to fortnightly payment in due course. €16,852.00 to €20,251.00 per year ANNUAL LEAVE The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 shall apply. The annual leave year is aligned to the calendar year and runs from 1 January to 31 December. A Firefighter is entitled to a maximum of 4 working weeks, that is 28 days paid annual leave. Payment for annual leave will be 8 percent of earnings inclusive of community fire safety, station duties, drill hours, training hours and average of calls in the previous 52 weeks. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the terms of the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Roscommon County Council. SAFETY HEALTH AND WELFARE Roscommon County Council acknowledges its role in protecting the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. The County Council is committed to implementing and maintaining a programme that ensures, where possible, that all risks and hazards are eliminated or controlled to an acceptable level. The County Council will implement safe systems of work and methods to protect the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. A Firefighter shall comply with Section 13 of the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and shall familiarise themselves and cooperate with the terms of Roscommon County Council’s safety management system. LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. In addition there are many opportunities for further professional and personal development. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the requirements of the Roscommon Fire Service Training Policy and Drill Night Programme. A Firefighter shall attend and participate in drills and shall undergo from time to time courses and further training as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The County Council shall decide the location of the training. Adequate advance notice shall be given to Firefighters. This training may include ongoing assessments as deemed appropriate. Attendance at drills and training will be required whether the Firefighter is rostered on or off unless on approved leave. A Firefighter shall be expected to acquire a level of training and knowledge to enable them to interchange with and act as substitute for all personnel at operational level in the fire service of the County Council. Training fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €26.04.
Retail Supervisor
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CHW Orthoptist, Senior
Job Title and Grade Orthoptist, Senior (Ortoptach, Sinsearach) (Grade Code: 3417) Remuneration The salary scale for the post at 01/02/2026 is: €64,551-€65,928-€67,348-€68,754-€70,162-€71642-€73,203-€74,758-€76,007 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Campaign Reference CHW48SO26 Closing Date Thursday 7th of May 2026 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one temporary whole-time vacancy available in: Ophthalmology Department, Roscommon Primary Care Centre, Golf links road, Roscommon F42HY97 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Orthoptist, Senior Community Ophthalmology, Primary Care within HSE West and North West Community Services (Galway, Mayo & Roscommon) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Dr Mairde Mc Guire, Mairide.mcguire1@hse.ie Dr Shane O Regan, shane.oregan2@hse.ie Operational Ita Kelly, ita.kelly1@hse.ie 087 7784931
Social Care Worker
CORLANN –WEST REGION POSTS: 3 X Permanent Part-Time Social Care Workers HYDE SERVICES (Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara) Job Ref: 96537 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. Hyde Adult Services ( Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara ) - 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 Hyde 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 adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people 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. Eligibility Criteria/Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience Social Care worker candidates must be registered with CORU or have their application submitted. Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ OR (ii) Hold a schedule 3 qualification ( see note 1 below*). See list of recognized Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html OR (iii) Hold a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU OR iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 2 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. Note 1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under section 91.Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over -30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by a Registration board will be considered. Note 2* Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before 30th Nov 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), between 30th November 2018 and 30th November 2023 are considered to be Section 91 applicants under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005. AND 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. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported. 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 01/02/2026 apply: €40,851 X 11 increments - €56,155 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €57,217 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: All posts are Permanent, Part-Time and Pensionable. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to: Nollaig Lavin, Roscommon Town Services Area Manager on 0874130565 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/CV’s online is 5pm on 30th April 2026. Interviews are proposed to take place on 11th May 2026. CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER INDW
General Nurse Mayo University Hospital, Roscommon Portiuncula Hospitals
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: GGSNGUH2026 General Nurse (Newly qualified Staff Nurse) Mayo University Hospital, Roscommon University Hospital, Portiuncula University Hospital, Galway University Hospitals. Grade Code: 2135 County: Galway Hse Area: HSE West & North West Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Closing Date 10.00am 30th April 2026 Contract Type: Whole time/part time and pensionable Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks’ notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries specific to the role: Mayo University Hospital Medical Directorate: Mr Craig Allen, Assistant Director of Nursing Tel: 094 9042000 Ext 2699 Email: craig.allen@hse.ie Peri-operative Directorate: Ms Sinead Martin, Assistant Director of Nursing Tel: 094 9042000 Ext 2162 Email: sinead.martin1@hse.ie Unscheduled Care (Emergency and Acute Floor incorporating ED, Escalation, AMAU) Ms Eilish Kelly, Assistant Director of Nursing, Tel: 094 9021733 Ext 2382 Email: Eilish.Kelly@hse.ie Children Services Ms Catherine Sherdian , Assistant Director of Nursing , Tel 0949021733 ext 3508 catherine.croi@hse.ie Roscommon University Hospital Mr Sean O’Brien, Assistant Director of Nursing,Tel: 0906626200 Bleep 164/443 Email- Sean.OBrien@hse.ie Portiuncula University Hospital Ms Carly Smith, Assistant Director of Nursing, Tel: 0877034529 Email- CarlyL.Smith@hse.ie Galway University Hospitals Ms Pauline May, Nurse Practice Development Co-Ordinator Email- Pauline.May@hse.ie Location Details: Mayo University Hospital, Roscommon University Hospital, Portiuncula University Hospital, Galway University Hospitals, HSE West & North West Health Region. The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. Application Details Only fully completed application forms submitted via Rezoomo by the closing date and time will be accepted. No exceptions will be made. Post Specific Related Information Please complete digital application form linked to this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome) ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification Candidate support Frequently Asked Questions – Rezoomo https://support.rezoomo.com/en/collections/147587-candidate-faqs HSE Recruitment Process – https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs/recruitment-process/ HSE Career Hub – https://careerhub.hse.ie/who-we-are/
Community Facilitator
CORLANN –WEST REGION POST: PERMANENT PART-TIME COMMUNITY FACILITATOR HYDE SERVICES (Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara) Ref: 96372 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: Hyde Adult Services (Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara). Staff allocation could be either within day/residential/respite settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Hyde 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 fulfil a key worker role for people supported and will work to develop active roles and increase participation in local communities. Qualifications / Experience: Normal working hours are Monday – Friday in day services. However, weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the people supported on occasion. Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm over 7 days to meet the requirements of the service. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported. 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 01/02/2026 apply: €35,932 x 12 increments - €51,887 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 Hyde Adult Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to: Nollaig Lavin, Roscommon Town Services Area Manager on 0874130565 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/CV’s online is 5pm on 28th April 2026 Interviews date to be confirmed INDW
Social Media Specialist
We have an opportunity for a Social Media Specialist to join our team.As Social Media Specialist you will beresponsible for creating and publishing content on all social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, to grow our audience and build brand awareness.You will develop an in-depth understanding of thetargeted audience for each social channel, creating persuasive content that strikes a chord with the intended audience, and unique to the typical interactions of each channel. The main responsibilities include (not limited to):
CHW Occupational Therapist, Senior Cahms, Mental Health Services
Job Title, Grade Code Occupational Therapist, Senior (Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach) CAHMS, Mental Health Services (Grade Code: 3301) Remuneration The salary scale as at 01/02/2026: €64,551-€65,928-€67,348-€68,754-€70,162-€71,642-€73,203-€74,758-€76,007 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Campaign Reference CHW40OT26 Closing Date Thursday 30th of April 2026 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one specified purpose vacancy available for Occupational Therapist Senior (CAHMS) in Mental Health Services in the below location: CAHMS Connect,Aras Naomh Chaoilin,Castlerea, Co Roscommon. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Occupational Therapist Senior (CAHMS, Mental Health Services) HSE West and North West Community Service (Galway/Mayo/Roscommon) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. STEVE JACKSON GENERAL MANAGER MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, 09096 24247 steve.jackson@hse.ie Dr. Teresa Martins Tel: (091) 775113 | Mob: 087-9331633 To find out more about our region please visit https://careerhub.hse.ie/health_region-west-north-west/
