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The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI) works at the heart of local communities, providing dementia-specific services and supports, and advocating for the rights and needs of people living with dementia and their carers. Our Vision: An Ireland where no one faces dementia alone, and where services respond with compassion and care when they’re needed most. Role Details • Position: Administration Assistant • Location: Bessboro Daycare Centre, Cork (T12 HF70) • Contract: Permanent • Hours: 37.5 per week Your Responsibilities • Streamline administration processes across Cork services • Support the team to deliver high-quality care to clients and families • Assist with day centre and home support services What We’re Looking For • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills • Strong organisational & prioritisation abilities • Attention to detail & accuracy • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Respect for confidentiality Technical Skills: • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Secretarial/office administration qualification (desirable) • Experience with financial information & ECDL (advantageous) Why Join Us? • Be part of a mission-driven organisation making a real impact • Work in a supportive and collaborative environment • Contribute to improving the lives of people living with dementia and their carer PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: General Office Duties ● All general office administration including but not limited to typing letters, reports, rosters, signage etc., filing, photocopying, emailing, binding and scanning for all services. ● Answer calls, take messages and relay to the relevant person in a timely manner. ● Open, date and sort incoming mail and disseminate to relevant person. All correspondence to be dealt with in a timely manner. ● Take minutes of meetings/interviews as requested. ● Complete all steps required when dealing with client referrals information. ● Maintain a list of key holders and provide keys to personnel as needed. Collect keys when people leave and keep them secure. ● Maintain adequate stationery stocks & order supplies as required. ● Keep inventory of furniture, equipment and supplies and ensure all is up to date. ● Maintain service contracts for all office equipment and centre equipment and ensure same are up to date. ● Source quotations and track progress for supplies or service agreements as requested. ● Keep all files in an orderly manner and up to date in compliance with GDPR. ● Maintain the up-to-date risk register for the building and service with the Service Manager. ● Carry out other duties that may be assigned from time to time. Salesforce ● Maintain and ensure Salesforce is up to date. ● All referrals and client data to be maintained & kept up to date and stored in a confidential manner. ● Ensure all incidents, complaints, compliments and comments are entered on Salesforce in a timely manner. HR ● Complete & submit all HR electronic forms for new and existing staff on Salesforce. ● Garda vetting – submit information to HR. ● Review the monthly HR and learning and development report with Service Manager and action as needed. ● Scan and submit all new and existing employee-related information to HR. ● Schedule training for staff as required and provide support to employees where needed. ● Process all HR administration paperwork as required. ● Type and issue weekly/monthly rota to all staff. Payroll ● To be completed weekly/monthly. ● Deal with all payroll queries from employees. ● Maintain annual leave & sick leave trackers. ● Ensure all sick certs are sent to HR. ● Travel expense claims – review & get signed by Service Manager & then upload to Salesforce. Finance ● Fundraising & donations – receipting, banking of monies, drafting and issuing thank-you letters & maintaining file copies. ● All monies (cash, cheques, electronic) to be banked & entered on Salesforce. ● Maintain petty cash – keep up to date and check and sign off regularly with Service Manager. ● Maintain delivery notes on file until invoices to match same are received. ● Process all invoices/delivery notes on Salesforce. ● Raise invoices to HSE and other suppliers for payment as required. ● Work with Service Manager, Ops Manager and Finance to complete the annual budget for all services. ● Review management accounts for all services bi-monthly & revert to Service Manager and Ops Manager with queries. ● Reply and deal with any finance/supplier queries. Reporting ● Compile and return the monthly KPIs to the HSE for all services. ● Obtain bi-monthly financial accounts from ASI Finance Department and issue to the HSE. ● Work closely with the Service Manager and Ops Manager in the completion of quarterly HSE reports and any reporting required for HSE. ● Complete any specific requested reports/information by ASI and HSE in a timely manner. ● Produce reports as requested by the Service Manager and Ops Manager. The principal accountabilities outline the main duties. However, in an organisation such as the Society, it is inevitable that tasks may arise which do not fall within the remit of the above list of main duties. Employees are therefore required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in their job description. Should an additional responsibility become a regular part of an employee’s job, the job description will be amended to reflect this. JOBHOLDER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge (Education & Related Experience) • Leaving Certificate • QQI Level 5 / QQI Level 6 Award in Office Administration (desirable) • Good planning and organisation skills essential Skills (Special Training or Competence) • Ability to maintain confidentiality in respect of all staffing and client matters • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills • Accuracy and attention to detail • Conscientious approach to work Behaviours • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Proactive approach • Flexible
Naval Service General Recruit
What is a Naval Service Recruit? A Naval Service Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Naval Service, the maritime component of the Irish Defence Forces. The Recruit Training and Able Rate Courses focus on instilling military discipline, physical fitness, seamanship, weapons handling and training in naval operations. This is your opportunity to be part of a professional and dynamic team that patrols and protects Ireland’s territorial waters. You will be fully trained but applicants should have: Permanent Base: Naval Base, Haulbowline,Co Cork Current Rates of Pay
Retail Associate
Permanent Full Time role (37.5 hour working week) Sales associates at Three are motivated and personable with a real passion for customers and a desire to achieve business results Our Sales Associates push the boundaries to deliver the best experience possible for our customers, while working with our direct and wider team to drive sales and exceed sales targets. At Three, our values are important to us and define who we are. These values help us to develop a culture of empowerment, ownership and achievement. What else it involves You will deliver excellent Customer service living our value "We focus on the customer" There’s a lot more to us than meets the eye. You may think you know us, but we’re full of surprises. Intrigued? Join us and Be Phenomenal. Apply now at: https://www.three.ie/careers #Jobs At Three, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. As Ireland’s largest mobile telecommunications provider, we provide a better connected life for our diverse customer base, and want our teams to reflect this. We welcome and celebrate all identities and strive to create a culture of belonging where employees can thrive as their authentic selves. If you do not ‘tick every box’ in this job description, you likely have other valuable skills that would make you a great fit for one of our teams. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply! #Jobs If you require reasonable adjustments for your interview, please let us know when scheduling your interview, or alternatively, please email aoife.omeara@three.ie Apply now at Three, a Phenomenal career awaits!
Assistant Manager
Hourly Rate: €14.90 per hour Do you enjoy leading by example and helping others reach their potential? Are you driven by delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving results? Looking for a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow? At Holland & Barrett, our Assistant Store Managers play a vital role in driving performance, supporting their teams, and inspiring healthier lives across our communities. What you'll do:
Retail Assistant
Hourly Rate: €14.60 per hour At Holland & Barrett we're more than just a retailer – we're ambassadors for health and wellness. Every day our Retail Assistants inspire customers to live healthier, happier lives. If you're passionate about people, curious about wellbeing, and love creating great experiences, this is the role for you. What you'll do: Holland and Barrett is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart – making health and wellness a way of life for everyone. 👉 Ready to make a real difference? Apply now to become a Retail Assistant at Holland & Barrett, where your passion for wellness meets a rewarding career. Vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We do things a little differently at H&B and offer all applicants an online interview designed to help you put your best foot forward. This process is backed by AI but managed by humans.
Senior Social Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – SOUTHERN REGION The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. Applications are invited for the following post SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER – REF: 61/2025 Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week) Adult Social Work Services, Cork The Role The Senior Social Worker will work as part of the Social Work Team for Adult Services Team within the Brothers of Charity Southern Services. The role of senior social worker in Adult Services is to support persons supported to have opportunities for self-expression and their needs met in all aspects of their lives. Social Work strives to empower people with an intellectual disability to have dignifying relationships and to be included meaningfully in the life of their communities. The senior social worker will be involved in both a multidiscipline and uni-discipline approach to assessing the needs and supporting persons with disability in residential and day services, as well as mentoring and supervision to Social Workers. The post holder will have the following qualifications, experience, skills and abilities: - The Candidate: Professional Qualifications, Experience etc. Eligible applicants will be those on the closing date for the competition: Each candidate for the appointment must Be registered or eligible for registration, on the Social Work Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board at CORU AND Have 3 years relevant post-qualification experience in disability or working within a Multidiscipline team AND Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office AND Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract can be issued AND Proven effectiveness as a professional Social Worker 2. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants recruited between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants recruited since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. 3. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. 5. Driving Candidates must have a full driving licence which qualifies them to drive on Irish Roads with means of transport. Salary Scale: €70,980- €81,874 per annum (Consolidated Salary Scales 1/8/25) Reporting to: Head of Social Work Department Informal Enquiries to: Michelle Clarke Dunphy (Head of Social Work), Tel: +353 87 1017466 The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 14th December 2025 Interviews scheduled for Friday 9th January 2025 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below
Dispensing Optician
Location: Ennis, County Clare Salary: Competitive basic depending on your experience Working Hours: Full or part time Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an optician Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Ennis, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? Then there’s you Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered Dispensing Optician, we are searching for someone who shares our store’s ethos. Someone who wants to grow, develop and offer exceptional customer care along the way. We want a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, that isn’t afraid of a hands-on approach and who is keen to get involved and build rapport with the rest of the team. In summary, we’re looking for a skilled Dispensing Optician to join us, be part of the team and assist in driving our practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dispensing Optician
Specsavers in Letterkenny are looking for an experienced or newly qualified Dispensing Optician to join them. The focus at this store, is about pulling together and working as a team to ensure that our valued patients have an excellent experience. Become our new Dispensing Optician at Specsavers in Letterkenny, a highly successful store with a great reputation for staff progression and the very highest standards of customer care. What’s on Offer? Our Dispensing Opticians are an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed. With ILM courses, Pre-Reg supervision and the Specsavers Partnership scheme (Pathway) all available to explore. Along with your clinical and retail expertise – this will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. What we’re looking for Alongside being a qualified and GOC/CORU registered Dispensing Optician, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. You’ll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a Dispensing Optician who will go the extra mile for our customers and someone who encourages their colleagues to do the same. In summary, we’re looking for a high calibre resident Dispensing Optician to join us and assist in driving this excellent practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Project Manager
DURATION : Permanent GRADE : Project Manager (£44,759 - £46,526 per annum) REPORTS TO : Manager WHO WE ARE? InterTradeIreland is a unique all island economic development agency with over 25 years’ experience of supporting thousands of SMEs. We have a deep and practical understanding of how to help businesses address challenges and to collaborate to take advantage of new growth opportunities across the island. Our work is underpinned by evidence based strategic research that provides foresight and insight to inform policy development and delivery in shared priority areas of competitiveness, innovation, trade, entrepreneurship and sustainable SME growth. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR? InterTradeIreland is seeking to appoint Project Manager(s) to join one of several teams across the organisation. These may include teams focused on programme delivery or strategic initiatives. Depending on the assigned team, the successful candidate(s) will be responsible for managing projects involving the design, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of supports in areas such as Trade, Innovation, Clustering, or Entrepreneurship. Alternatively, they may take responsibility for managing strategic projects, including commissioning research, conducting analysis, and providing insights to colleagues, businesses, and key stakeholders across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Further expectations of this role are detailed in the job description. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? We have big ambitions, and we want you to help shape our future. Join our team and support the growth of economic development on the island of Ireland. In return for your contribution, you will be rewarded with: Further criteria for this role are detailed in the job description. If you think you can demonstrate these skills, then click the Apply Now button. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 7th January 2026 @ 1.00 PM
Medical Scientist
There is currently 1 Permanent vacancy available in St Finbarr’s Hospital, Public Analyst Laboratory, Douglas Road, Cork City. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Medical Scientists, Senior from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post: We welcome informal enquiries about the role: Name : Mr. Michael O’ Riordan Tel : 021 4923359 Email : Michael.oriordan@hse.ie For more information regarding this post, please download the attached supporting documentation. Please allow sufficient time to submit your application form before the deadline. For technical issues please contact Valenitne Healy at Valentine.Healy1@hse.ie. It is recommended that you have the most recent version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox on your PC/Laptop
