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Job Purpose: (i) To assist the lecturer with the support and care of students with special needs, e.g. enable access to the curriculum; attend to personal needs including dietary, feeding, toileting etc. (ii) To undertake a range of administrative duties associated with learning support provision across the College. Location: Cookstown and Enniskillen Main Duties and Responsibilities: Classroom duties and allied tasks Support student learning in class and/or during study time by providing high-quality learning support including: 1. Accompany students to and from class. 2. Notetaking in class. 3. Liaison with lecturing staff on student’s behalf as requested by the student. 4. Acting as reader/writer in examinations as required. 5. Helping students use appropriate literature to assist them with their work either in a group or on an individual basis. 6. Reading aloud and/or recording relevant chapters of textbooks. 7. Give practical help, where required, to those students who have a range of learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities. 8. Liaise with the Student Engagement and Support Officers in regard to additional support needs of students. 9. Supervise and assist student(s) at break and lunchtime as required. 10. Assist with First Aid/Fire Evacuation procedures as required. 11. Assist students in accessing all parts of the College building and facilities. 12. Undertake a range of administrative duties associated with learning support provision across the College. 13. Provide support to Lecturing Staff within the learning environment. 14. Undertake other relevant duties as assigned by the Line Manager. Specific Learning Difficulty Classroom Support / Special Educational Needs 1. Assist the lecturer with the support and care of students with special needs, e.g. enable access to the curriculum; attend to personal needs including dietary, feeding, toileting etc. 2. Develop an understanding of the specific needs of the student(s) to be supported. 3. Assist with authorised programmes (e.g., Education Plan), participate in the evaluation of the support and encourage student(s) participation in such programmes. 4. Assist with operational difficulties and non-invasive medical/clinical difficulties pertaining to student(s) disabilities. 5. Assist student(s) in moving around college and on and off transport. 6. Give practical help, where required, to those students who have a range of learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities. 7. Undertake other relevant duties as assigned by the Line Manager. General Duties The post holder is expected: • To act as Duty Manager on a rotational basis for nominated Campuses as part of a team. • To support the Technical Services Manager in the management of delegated functional budgets and resources to ensure targets are met. • To develop benchmarks for the effective evaluation of the College’s Desktop Services team. • To participate, as required, in the recruitment and selection of staff for the College in accordance with procedures. • To abide by the College’s Code of Conduct and seek to promote the College positively at all times. This job description is intended to indicate the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post. It is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. It is anticipated that the post-holder will assume additional responsibilities as and when new projects and/or areas of focus for the College develop. The College reserves the right, in consultation with the post-holder, to amend the job description to meet the changing needs of the College. Qualifications & Experience 1. Hold GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or above (or equivalent). 2. Previous experience of supporting people with disabilities/additional needs. 3. Hold or willing to work towards a Level 2 Qualification in childcare or relevant subject as approved by Education Authority. 4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 5. Good written communication skills. 6. Confident in use of ICT including Microsoft Office Products.
Support Worker
Part Time - Support Worker Location : Riverside Place, 191-193 Donaghadee Road, Bangor, Co Down BT20 4RY Salary: £12,967.76 per annum (£13.48 per hour) Contract : Permanent Work hours : 18.5 hours per week, rota based. Including days, evenings and weekends. No. of vacancies : 1 Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles. Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need. Riverside Place provides supported housing to vulnerable young people aged 16-21 years. The young people who are leaving care, or who become homeless, are supported in their journey towards securing accommodation best suited to their individual needs, whilst providing practical and emotional support. Some young people may arrive at our projects with a complex history which can include self-harm, trauma, isolation, poverty, difficulty in forming relationships / trust, and exhibit behaviours and risks associated with their experience. Your new role As a Support worker you will ensure that you listen to the needs and feelings of the young person to enable you to facilitate any necessary help that they need, including interventions and signposting them to other support services to give them every opportunity to get the help that they need and deserve. You will assist the young people to cope with significant changes associated with adulthood, encourage them to make their own decisions and educate them on general life activities in terms of health, hygiene, finance, housing, etc. You will work as part of a team to maintain tidiness, cleanliness and hygiene standards in all communal areas ensuring all health and safety requirements are met. What we can offer you Please see attached job description and specification for further details We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Community Outreach Worker
CORLANN – WEST REGION 1 X PERMANENT PART-TIME COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER CASTLEREA ADULT SERVICES (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas) JOB REF: 106258 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. Location: Clonard Adult Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas). 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 Clonard services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: The Community Outreach Worker will support people to build confidence, access their community, provide opportunities for social engagement and personal development. The Community Outreach Worker will be involved in the development and implementation of educational, vocational, and recreational opportunities 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. The Community Outreach Worker will provide practical assistance and support to each person to develop links in the community. Qualifications/Experience/Skills: Candidates must have: Working Hours: 39 hours a fortnight based on a 14 day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work days, late evenings, weekends, public Holidays and irregular rosters from time to time in order to meet service demands. There may also be a requirement to support people on short breaks and overnight support on occasion. Contracted hours of work are liable to change over 7 days to meet the requirements of the service. The 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: 23 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 01/06/2026 apply: €36,291 x 12 increments - €52, 406 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. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Tenure: This post is Permanent Part-time and pensionable. Informal enquiries for this post to Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager on 086-8824638 or Geraldine McNamara 0870617007 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 19th November 2026 Interview date is the 27th November 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer
Team Leader
CORLANN –WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (Social Care Leader Grade) CLONARD ADULT SERVICES (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas) Job Ref: 106256 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Team Leader Appointments for Clonard Adult services may be made over the next 6/12 months. Location: Clonard Adult Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas). The Role: The Team Leader has a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of services. The Team Leader will provide leadership and supervision to teams while ensuring the development of the service in line with national standards and best practice. The main responsibilities are to assist the Team Manager with the management of the services, such as – person centred planning in line with Personal Outcome Measures ethos and practice, resource management and staffing - including rosters, staff development, facilitating communication and professional leadership in order to ensure a good quality of life for the people supported. Qualifications/Experience: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have: Be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board - CORU Or Be eligible under the Section 91 (existing practitioner) route for registration in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board - CORU (evidence of application status is necessary). And Working Hours: 1 X Permanent Full Time - Contracted hours will be 78 hours a fortnight rostered flexibly on a 7 day duty roster. The Team leader will work as a frontline member of the team with protected time to carry out specific team leader duties. In addition, a sleep-in and/or night duty commitment may be a requirement of posts in residential services for which the appropriate allowance will be paid. 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: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Team Manager to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Leader salary scales as at 01/06/2026 apply: €57,484 x 6 increments - €67,130 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: Permanent, Full time and pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Team Leader Appointments for Clonard Adult services may be made over the next 6/12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager on 086-8824638 or Geraldine McNamara Service Coordinator 0870617007 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 19th November 2026 Interview date 27th November 2026 CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Team Manager
CORLANN –WEST REGION POST: PERMANET FULL-TIME TEAM MANAGER (Clinical Nurse Manager 2) CASTLEREA ADULT SERVICES (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Loughglynn areas) Ref: 106254 Location: Clonard Adult Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Loughglynn areas) The Role: The Team Manager will provide leadership and direction for the team, actively coordinating the team to ensure the development of person-centred services as agreed on the Service Plan for each Service Area. The role is full-time supernumerary. The Team Manager will support the staff teams and be responsible for the overall operational management of specified locations of the service. The successful candidates will work closely with the Service Coordinator/ Area Manager to ensure that services are delivered in an efficient and effective manner within the agreed budget, and will be proactive members of the management team. Qualifications/Experience: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have: A relevant 3rd level qualification in Nursing and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI And The post will be rostered on a 7-day basis. It is envisaged that the post will primarily be Monday to Friday. Contracted hours of work are flexible within the hours of 8am – 8pm. Some weekend work may occasionally be required. An on-call commitment on a 7-day rostered basis is an essential requirement of the post. This is rostered between the management team for the county, currently 2-3 times per year. An on-call allowance is paid when applicable. 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: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the CNM2. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of CNM2 (pro-rata for part-time) of the Department of Health salary scales as of the 01/06/2026. Tenure: This post is Permanent Full-time and pensionable. Travel: A mileage allowance is paid for work related travel. The base this post is Castlerea. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager on 086-8824638 or Geraldine McNamara 0870617007 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 19th November 2026 Interview date is 27th November 2026 CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER INDW
Day Service Support Worker Days A Week
CANDIDATES MUST BE RESIDENT IN CORK IRELAND AND MUST HOLD A DRIVER'S LICENCE ELIGIBLE FOR DRIVING IN IRELAND. REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS . Day Service Support Worker, 14 hours per week over 5 weekdays, Permanent Contract L’Arche Cork is recruiting for the position of Day Service Support to enhance the work of the day service team in meeting the needs of adults with intellectual disability (ID). A vital component of the role is to offer individualised care and support, ensuring activities are available to people in accordance with their expressed preferences, individual capabilities, and also their specific needs, aligning with New Directions standards for person-centred practice. The position calls for administration of medication and personal care and is, thus, needs-led, requiring enthusiasm and initiative, together with the ability to foster positive relationships. Expectations of the role of the Day Service Support Worker: · To be responsive to both service needs and individual needs, (including arising personal care needs), and to work as directed within the day service team · To build trusting, Person-Centred, relationships with the people you support · To encourage and support adults with ID to participate in activities of interest both within and outside of the L’Arche community, promoting independence and positive risk-taking · To communicate regularly with the day service team to ensure effective sharing of information, safeguarding, planning and risk assessment Requirements for the role: · A minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in social care or equivalent qualification · Minimum 2-years’ relevant experience in a care or disability environment · To work on own initiative and also as part of a team, to be solution-focused and needs-led, with the ability to contingency-plan · Ability to manage behaviours that may challenge · Commitment to best practice, legislation, and to L’Arche policy, especially regarding safeguarding, upholding confidentiality, and accountability · A working knowledge of New Directions Standards for Adults with Disabilities and the National Framework for Person Centred Planning in Services for Persons with a Disability · Full clean driving licence – local driving is an essential part of the role · The post is subject to ongoing Garda vetting Salary scale: HSE Health Care Assistant 30,216-45,976 Euros per annum DOE , pro rata . Please refer to Job Description for further details. Queries should be directed to the Day Service Co-Ordinator, Meadhbh Furlong, on 087 227 6361. If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies, and experience for this role, please submit your letter of application and C.V. via Rezoomo. The closing date for applications is Friday 20th November
Associate Lecturer In Horticulture
Associate Lecturer in Horticulture Permanent Post, Holywood Campus, 0.5 FTE, 18 hours per week ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: 49 days annual leave + 12 public holidays Defined benefit CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 29.1%. Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme. Annual free health checks onsite. Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms. Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives. Cycle to Work scheme. Teachers Credit Union. Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite. Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy. We currently have a vacancy for an Associate Lecturer in Horticulture JOB PURPOSE To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules; 2. Hold a University Degree* in the specialist area in which the applicant is to teach; Horticulture OR Hold a qualification in the specialist area in which the applicant is to teach; Horticulture which is at least Level 5 on the National Qualification Framework (NQF – revised September 2004) or on the Qualification Credit Framework (QCF) Plus Have 3 years relevant industrial, professional or business experience. 3. Be able to work on your own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member 4. Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning and organisational skills 5. Have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral DESIRABLE CRITERIA 1. Have 2 years teaching experience in Horticulture/Garden Design 2. Hold a recognised Assessor Award (A1 / D32 / D33) 3. Hold or be prepared to attain within the first year, the V1 Award (Internal verifier award) * Please be advised that Essential Criteria 4 & 5 will be assessed at interview only. The above are minimum criteria. These may be enhanced at the discretion of the selection panel. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Catering Assistant
The post holder will provide catering support in the Faculty of Professional Services to ensure the smooth running of the College’s kitchens and restaurants This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 20th November 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Staff Physiotherapist
Applications are invited for the following post Staff Grade Physiotherapist – Ref: 106207 Permanent Full-time (35 hours per week) Location: Children Disability Network Team 13 – Carrigaline / Kinsale / Bandon, Co. Cork. Benefits of working for the Corlann South 7. Driving License: Have a full driving license which qualifies you to drive on Irish Roads with own means of transport is essential. 8. Salary Scale: €45,514 - €65,068 per annum (Department of Health Consolidated Scales 1/6/26) * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due now will only be paid from date of submission of documents. Reporting to: Children’s Disability Network Manager. The Head of Discipline will provide clinical supervision. Informal enquiries to: Eleanor Stanton, Children’s Disability Network Manager, Tel. +353 21 4376581 OR Shalini Ravindranath, Physiotherapy, Head of Discipline, Tel: + 353 87 2208102 e-mail shalini.ravindranath@corlann.ie The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 22nd November 2026 Interviews scheduled for Monday 30th November 2026 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 Corlann South is an equal opportunities employer
Psychologist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Psychologist (basic grade) to join our team in a Childrens Disability Network Team based at Enable Ireland, Curraheen, Cork . Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €61,549 to €107,646 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 days per annum Overview of the Post: To provide a range of psychological services to children 0 – 18 years on the Early Years / School Age team and their families who attend the Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT), within an interdisciplinary framework and family centered practice and to support other staff and students as assigned. You will join a team of Psychologists working as part of an interdisciplinary team. There is a strong focus on intervention within the team. You will have access to regular clinical supervision from a Senior Psychologist. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: i. Have a university degree or diploma (QQ1 level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honors in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honors obtained in that subject And ii. Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology Or An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health. And iii. Demonstrate competence in the Care Group/s applied for. And iv. Applicants with a clinical or counselling psychology qualification must demonstrate that they have acquired in appropriate health settings, for the area / areas for which they wish to apply - Disability (Child and Adult), Child Psychology, Adult Psychology - either at least 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or at least 60 days or equivalent post- qualification supervised work experience as a psychologist. Note 2. Or Applicants with an educational psychology qualification must demonstrate that they have acquired in appropriate health settings for the area / Areas for which they wish to apply - Child Disability, Child Psychology - either at least 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or at least 60 days or equivalent post qualification supervised work experience as a psychologist. Note 2. Note 2: Combinations of supervised clinical placement experience as part of the qualification and post qualification supervised work experience within a single care group area to give a total of 60 days are not acceptable. · Must be a member of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working with children and/or adolescents and their families with complex needs · Knowledge and skills in conducting diagnostic assessments in children and young people including Autism and ID · Knowledge of HSE Progressing Disability Services Programme · Broad knowledge of Enable Ireland Services. · Experience of working within a complex disability team · Experience of interdisciplinary team working. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd November 2026 before noon A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
