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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 posts Social Care Worker/s Ref: 67/2025 Permanent & Temporary posts (Full-Time hours) Adult Residential & Respite Services / Cork City, Suburbs, West Cork areas (Innishannon, Upton & Bandon) A panel will also be formed from this competition to fill vacancies as they arise in the coming year The role of a Social Care Worker To support adults with and intellectual disability and autism in a high support setting in line with person centred practice and human rights principles. The person appointed will be very flexible in their approach to service provision and have the ability to work both on their own initiative and as a member of a team. He/she will be required to take an active part in ensuring that their day-to-day work reflects the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity and that the needs of the men and women in the service are being met by them as directed. As a team member, the best interests of each person using our service will be paramount in all discussions. Emphasis will be on forming a team approach involving people supported, families, advocates and staff on all relevant issues. In a high support setting the above is especially critical. One of the aspects of working in a complex case environment is the understanding that small interventions or actions can have disproportionate impacts and results. Clear, open and honest communication across the team is how issues are both identified and learnt from within a high support team. Professional Qualifications and Experience etc. Eligible applicants will be those who are on the closing date for the competition : 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 Have a Schedule 3 qualification (see note 1 below*) OR See list of recognised Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html Have a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. OR 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. AND Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. 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 register opens up to 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over - 30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by the Registration Board will be considered. Note 2* Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before 30th November 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the progression in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), between 30th November 2018 and 30thNovember 2023 are considered to be Section 91 applicants under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2025. AND b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the role. c) Be computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge and proficiency of using information systems for the social care worker post/s d) Have a full clean Driver’s licence which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads as it is a requirement of this role to drive service vehicles. Experience ▪ Relevant experience of working with adults with an intellectual disability / autism, challenging behaviour, working with a team in high support setting in a Residential setting is desirable ▪ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ▪ Demonstrated experience and understanding of how to support individuals with very specific and clinical support requirements and a clear understanding of the importance of working in line with written protocols and guidelines ▪ Excellent problem-solving skills utilising lowest impact interventions wherever possible. ▪ Experience of Positive Behaviour Support interventions. ▪ Experience of working to agreed protocols, and feeding back to inform evolution of same is highly desirable. ▪ Experience of risk management strategies and risk management in general. ▪ Experience of utilising CPI/MAPA Techniques. Annual registration Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU AND Confirm annual registration with CORU to the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region by way of annual Safety Assurance Certificate 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. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Salary Scale: €40,351 - €56,650 including 1 LSI (1/8/25) and pro-rata for part-time & temporary contracts INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO: Brid Scanlan, Sector Manager , Tel : +353 86 7038217 , (e-mail: Brid.scanlan@bocsi.ie ) Or Claire McNally, Sector Manager , Tel : +353 87 9654489 , (e-mail: Claire.Mcnally1@bocsi.ie ) Or Stephen Dalton, Sector Manager, Tel: +353 21 4556299; (e-mail: stephen.dalton@bocsi.ie ) Or Frank McNerney, Sector Manager, Tel: +353 87 3840029 (e-mail: frank.mcnerney@bocsi.ie ) Closing Date: Sunday 11th January 2026 Applications should be made online using the 'APPLY' link below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer INDS
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION SUPPORT WORKERS (Care Assistant grade) All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Remuneration: Department of Health salary scales apply as at 01/08/2025: €34,036 x 11 increments - €46,652 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A Long Service Increment €47,454 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, sleep-ins and night-duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Support Worker appointments within the Strokestown Adult Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to: Patricia Coleman, Strokestown Services Area Manager on 0871447954 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 4th January 2026 Interviews date to be confirmed The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Catering Assistant
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: €35,547 - €37,409 - €38,528 - €39,294 - €39,958 - €40,816 - €41,340 - €42,233 - €43,150 Key working relationships Post holder will engage with catering management, chefs, catering attendants, housekeeping, Portering, stores, maintenance workers, Service contractors, nursing, medical, Health and social care professional staff, visitors and clients in the fulfilment of the duties and responsibilities of their role. Purpose of the post To Support the Catering Department in meeting the food service needs of all Patients/Clients and Staff. Principal duties and responsibilities The Catering Assistant will: General Duties • Cleaning of the healthcare setting in accordance with cleaning schedules in place and infection prevention and control guidance. • Providing additional cleaning inputs as required. • Assisting with the provision of catering services in line with local and national food safety guidance. • Managing waste in line with local and national policy. • Ensuring safe management and storage of service supplies and equipment. • Completing checklists and food safety records accurately as required. • Submit orders to replenish supplies /meals in required dietary textures. • To assist with the preparation and service of all aspects of meals and snacks on a daily basis to patients, staff and visitors in all outlets and areas of the Campus. • Assist in attending to the nutritional needs of the patients and customers. • Assist with the preparation of foods and cleaning of all areas and equipment in Catering. • Prepare snacks, sandwiches as required. • Prepare counter area and assist with counter services. • Assist with the food and beverage service in all food and beverage outlets on campus and any new areas that are added. • Make beverages and serve as required. Quality & Safety • Support the implementation and evaluation of quality standards and improvement initiatives. • Work within own role, adhering to current legislation, policies, procedures protocols and guidelines. • Undertake assigned duties under the direction of Catering Management in such a way as to ensure that service is of a high standard. • Report all complaints in accordance with service policy. • Ensure all actions support the enhancement of a person-centred service and a person-centred culture within the team. • Co-operate with quality reviews/service evaluations and assist with the implementation of any necessary corrective action. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. • Adhere to all policies for the health service. • Maintain a safe and healthy environment for one’s own self and others in Accordance with infection control policies and procedures. • Be familiar with and adhere to all waste management policies and procedures. • Be familiar with the requirements stated with the Risk Management Strategy and comply with Risk Management Incident/Near Miss Reporting Policies and Procedures. • Comply with hygiene services requirements in area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, waste and equipment. • Take reasonable care for his or her own action and the effect they may have upon the safety of others. • Foster and support a quality improvement culture in relation to hygiene services. • Be responsible for Quality and Risk Management, Hygiene Service and Health and Safety that will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your Line Manager. • Co-operate with management, attend Health and Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. • Bring to the attention of your Line Manager any perceived shortcoming in the safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. • Adhere to hygiene/decontamination standards for resident equipment and maintain a safe environment. Education and Training • Attend and actively participate in all training included in the induction programme. • Attend and participate in all induction training and refresher mandatory/statutory in-service education and training relevant to area thereafter. • Ensure that knowledge and skills are updated to maintain safe standards of care for patients. • Seek opportunities to engage in reflection. • Participate in in-service educational and training programmes and avail of other learning activities, as requested, to maintain/develop competence. • Is familiar with the relevant National and Regional Policies Procedure and Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives Document Control Information Management Systems Risk Management Strategy and Policies Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards Decontamination Code of Practice Infection Control Policies Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure Data Protection and confidentiality Policies Children First Guidelines National Standards PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: • Employees must attend fire training annually and must observe fire orders. • All incidents within the service must be reported immediately. • Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. • In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. • In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Service Sites is not permitted. • Uniform code must be adhered to where in place. • Present to work wearing the agreed attire and identification, having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene. • Provide information that is timely and accurate that meets service need. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Health care, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Have a knowledge of relevant Mental Health Commission standards and regulations as they apply to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. • Staff will work in accordance with the principles and values of recovery. 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. Eligibility criteria Qualifications and/or experience Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. a) Candidates must have at the latest date of application: (i) Have relevant experience in a Catering Environment in the Healthcare/Hospitality Sector. And (ii) Have attained such standard of education as would enable him/her to discharge the duties of the post satisfactorily. Health A candidate 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. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post specific requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience as relevant to the role. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport as the role will involve travelling between service locations. Additional eligibility requirements Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge The candidate must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge/Experience • Demonstrates awareness of the role of Catering Staff. • Demonstrates knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations. • Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with local health & safety policies and procedures, e.g. manual handling, infection control. • Demonstrates awareness for actual and potential risk in the workplace/department. • Demonstrates an ability to assess a crisis/conflict situation and make an appropriate response in line with policies and procedures at local level. Planning & Organising • Demonstrates evidence of effective planning and organising skills. • Demonstrates flexible approach to work. • Demonstrates ability to work on own initiative. Teamwork Skills • Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a wider healthcare team. • Demonstrate the ability to build and maintaining relationships. • Demonstrate an understanding and valuing individuals and their respective professional roles. • Demonstrate the ability to maintain open communication channels with team members and others as appropriate. • Demonstrate the ability to react constructively to setbacks and is able to receive feedback. Communication & Interpersonal Skills • Demonstrate effective communication skills both written and verbal including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. • Demonstrate ability to communicate with colleagues in a professional and respectful manner. Campaign specific selection process Ranking/shortlisting/interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out based on information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation.
Accounts & Payroll Assistant
Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts & Payroll Assistant to join our Cookstown office team, reporting to the Finance & Administration Team Leader. You will support day-to-day finance operations, assist with payroll, and handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality. This role is key to keeping the business compliant, financially secure, and on top of its financial commitments. This is a full-time, permanent position and includes a six-month probationary period. Although part-time or flexible working arrangements will also be considered. Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 08:30AM - 05:00PM Friday: 08:30AM - 14:30PM Flexible working arrangements or part-time will be available, including school-hours-friendly patterns. Location: This is an on-site role based at our Cookstown office (Northern Ireland). Requirements: Eligibility: Applicants must have current and valid permission to live and work in Northern Ireland/the UK at the time of application. Due to the urgency of this role, the successful candidate must be available to start within 60 days of offer. Mallon Technology is an Equal Opportunities Employer. How to apply: Applications must be submitted via our Recruitment Portal. Apply here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/MallonTechnology/RecruitmentPortal Please complete the form and submit any required details/documents as requested. All personal data provided will be processed in line with Mallon Technology’s Data Protection Policy and used solely for the purpose of this recruitment process.
Executive Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking applicants for the temporary, half-time post of Executive Assistant to assist in the administrative work of the School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures. The successful candidate will join a strong administration team in a busy office, providing support to our students, academic and administrative colleagues across the School and University. The successful candidate must have excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills, and experience of working in a busy office environment. They must be able to demonstrate an ability to take initiative to direct their own work, as well as working as part of a team. Please note the working schedule will be Monday to Friday. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: The duties will include but are not limited to: • General office administration, including maintenance of records, accounts, details of budgets, creation and maintenance of databases and spreadsheets, managing appointments, correspondence, maintenance of files, and circulation of information to staff; • Reception duties: answering calls, post, taking messages and responding to enquiries from prospective or past students, other staff members, and members of the public; • Support on website maintenance and management, and social media tools; • Accounts administration, i.e. processing of invoices (both manual and through the procurement system), expenses for payment and liaising with the MU Finance Office; • Working extensively with current students, in terms of communicating with students, pastoral care, and directing students to appropriate services, and other operational and student support duties that may arise in the normal course of the academic year; • Working in a collegial manner to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues within the School and across the University; • Assisting with the operational development and administration of timetables and examination processes; • Providing logistic support related to hosting and hospitality of various events and guest lectures held throughout the academic year; • Participating in any necessary training and development, and workshops, as relevant opportunities arise; • Learning and understanding new University procedures as they arise; • Other duties as requested from time to time by the Head of School and Administrative Lead. The ideal candidate will have: Essential • Third level degree and or relevant experience working in a university or educational establishment; • Excellent time management and administrative and organisational skills; • Excellent IT skills, in particular the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to learn how to use new systems; • The ability to work in a team environment and share responsibility for tasks with colleagues; • The capacity to work autonomously and to manage workload, deadlines, and responsibilities; • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, enabling effective liaison with university staff, students, university partners and other internal and external stakeholders in a professional and collaborative manner; • Understanding of GDPR and the ability to exercise discretion regarding sensitive data and documentation and confidential material, maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. Desirable • An understanding of working in the education sector. • Strong knowledge of systems used in academic departments including Moodle, Academic Database, Microsoft Teams, Office 365. Faculty The Maynooth University Faculty of Arts and Humanities comprises the Departments of Ancient Classics, English, History, Media Studies, Music, Philosophy and the following Schools: Celtic Studies (Early Irish and Nua Ghaeilge) and Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures (Chinese, French, German and Spanish and Latin American Studies). The University has also developed a number of interdisciplinary institutes to support excellent research and to build research capacity across disciplines. The Arts and Humanities Institute is closely associated with Faculty research activity. The role of the Faculty is to co-ordinate the academic activities of individual departments, schools and institutes, to oversee the strategic development of these units and to support interdepartmental and interdisciplinary activities and programmes. The University Maynooth University is a very distinctive university, a collegial institution focused on science and engineering, humanities, and social sciences, and equally committed to research, teaching and community engagement. Located in Ireland’s only university town, its distinctive features and character owe much to its unique history and heritage. It provides a high-quality educational experience to over 15,000 students on a campus with 18th century roots and 21st century dynamism. The strategic trajectory and accomplishments of Maynooth University, in the 25 years since its establishment as an autonomous public university, are exceptional, and a source of great pride to the university community, staff, students and alumni. Maynooth University in 2024 ranked in the top 90 global Times Higher Education (THE) Young University rankings, placing 86th in the world. Maynooth University’s growing global reputation is based on the originality, quality, importance and impact of its research and scholarship, commitment to teaching and learning, the quality of academic programmes, and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. The sources of success are the dedication of its staff and the energy and engagement of its students. Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts, a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly growing, research-led and engaged, yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions. With over 15,000 students, Maynooth offers a range of programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level in the humanities, science and engineering and social sciences, including business, law and education. The University also offers a range of international programmes and partnerships. Maynooth’s unique collegial culture fosters an interdisciplinary approach to research, which its world class academics bring to bear in tackling some of the most fundamental challenges facing society today. The University’s research institutes and centres consolidate and deliver this impact as vibrant communities of learning, discovery and creation. Research at Maynooth also is very much central to its teaching and the University prides itself on placing equal value on its research and teaching missions. Maynooth University’s Values Our values define who we are, what we believe in and how we act as a community. They underpin our future success and guide our expectations of ourselves and each other. Our values apply to everyone in the University community: • Integrity • Collegiality • Responsibility • Freedom of expression • Ambition Tenure This is a full-time, permanent post. Salary Executive Assistant: €32,030 – €48,430 (pro rata) per annum (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (prorated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements.
Learning & Development Manager
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST OF: PERMANENT FULL-TIME LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT (L&D) MANAGER QUALITY ENHANCEMENT DEPARTMENT (QED) JOB REF: 90310 MISSION We are an inclusive, progressive organisation committed to the people we support and their right to lead full and valued lives as equal citizens. Inspired by the ethos of the Brothers of Charity Services we promote the values of dignity and respect for each person and we recognise the right of each person to fully participate in the cultural, spiritual and religious heritage to which they belong. VISION Working together we seek to create supports and to shape communities where the people we support are valued and equal citizens. THE ROLE The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - West Region employ in excess of 1,900 staff providing services to over 2,000 adults and children with an intellectual disability across counties Galway and Roscommon. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Learning & Development (L&D) Manager to lead the design and delivery of our organisation-wide learning strategy. As a key member of the Quality Enhancement & Development (QED) team, you will champion a culture of continuous improvement, regulatory excellence and person-centred practice across the West Region. This strategic and operational role ensures our workforce is equipped with the skills, values, and competencies to deliver high-quality support to individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will drive innovation in adult education, digital learning, and learning compliance, aligning L&D initiatives with our mission, values, and regulatory standards (HIQA, HSE, HSA). Advocacy and rights based practice underpins the work of BOCSI. We promote and respect the human, legal and constitutional rights of each person supported by the Brothers of Charity Services, recognising their individuality and equality. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Leadership & Culture • Lead, mentor and develop the L&D Services function, fostering a culture of high performance, continuous improvement and professional growth. • Champion a values-led learning culture that reflects our commitment to person-centred care and organisational excellence. • Lead and support special projects, such as organisation-wide accreditation, professional development events, and cultural transformation programmes. 2. Strategy & Planning • Design and implement a robust L&D strategy that aligns with BOCSI’s strategic objectives, workforce development priorities, and quality improvement plans. • Collaborate and work in partnership with senior leaders and operational managers to identify learning needs, skill gaps, and future capability requirements. • Engage with frontline staff and teams to ensure training is relevant, impactful, and continuously improved based on feedback and outcomes. • Integrate learning into the quality management system, ensuring that training directly supports quality enhancement and regulatory compliance. • Identify and secure funding opportunities to support strategic training initiatives and expand learning resources. 3. Compliance and Reporting • Establish and monitor L&D performance metrics, using data-driven insights to measure effectiveness, drive innovation, and demonstrate value. • Leverage digital learning platforms and technologies to enhance accessibility, engagement, and flexibility in training delivery. • Ensure organisational readiness for audits and inspections by maintaining rigorous compliance with mandatory training and documentation standards. • Oversee the operational management of the training databases, including HELM and HSELanD, ensuring accurate records, reporting capabilities, and user-friendly access. • Coordinate and monitor the mandatory and statutory training programmes, ensuring timely renewals and full compliance with HIQA, HSE, and HSA standards. 4. Training Delivery and Innovation • Design, deliver, and evaluate in-house training programmes, collaborating with internal experts and external providers to ensure evidence-based, high-quality learning experiences. • Support internal trainers and subject matter experts, providing guidance, resources, and feedback to enhance training delivery. • Coach and mentor managers and team leaders, helping them embed learning into everyday practice and foster a culture of development. • Line manage L& D team members, provide supervision, performance management, and professional development support as directed by the Head of QED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • Level 8 degree in Education, Organisational Development or a related field is an essential requirement of the role. • Demonstrated success in designing and implementing L&D strategies within large, complex organisations. • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and digital learning tools is highly desirable • Recognise and understand the equal rights of people with an intellectual disability in society and uphold and respect those rights. • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and best practices in Health and Social Care. • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and project management skills. • Proven leadership ability to inspire, influence, and collaborate across diverse teams and levels. • Proven experience (2+ years) in a senior L&D role as a competent experienced people manager able to lead and motivate a team is an essential requirement of the role. • Integrity: Unimpeachable professional integrity and a commitment to the values and mission of BOCSI. • Ability to create order from ambiguity & willingness to roll up sleeves to directly solve problems, operates with a sense of urgency, ability to prioritise work, conscientious, attention to detail and “can do” attitude. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with excellent written & spoken English. • High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities. Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving. • Demonstrated ability to drive results through individual efforts and influencing others, without authority over them and a demonstrated ability to drive projects through to execution. • Proficient in Microsoft tools, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Learning Management Systems. • Experience in change management and cultural transformation projects. • Knowledge of person centred practices & systems. REPORTING/RESPONSIBLE TO Head of Quality Enhancement & Development Department, West Region. HOURS OF WORK 70 hours per fortnight based on a 5 day Monday to Friday basis. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. over 7 days as future service needs require. Flexibility may be required in order to meet Service demands. ANNUAL LEAVE 30 days per annum. PENSION SCHEME The Brothers of Charity Contributory Superannuation Scheme which is linked with the Nominated Health Agencies Superannuation Scheme or Single Public Service Pension Scheme (whichever is applicable) will apply to this appointment and the person appointed will enter the said Scheme as and from the date of taking up employment. REMUNERATION Department of Health Grade VII (CLERICAL) salary scale (01/08/2025) €60,013 x 8 increments - €72,788 (Max) per annum. A Long Service Increment (LSI) - €75,397 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Then after 3 years on the first LSI, a further final Long Service Increment (LSI) - €78,015 per annum is payable. TENURE OF EMPLOYMENT The position is permanent, full-time and pensionable. TRAVEL The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty and in accordance with our Travel Policy. The travel base for this purpose will be QED offices, Roscommon Town or Kilcornan House, Clarinbridge, Co. Galway. This may be subject to change in the future. PROBATION A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probationary period may be extended at the Services’ discretion. COMMUNICATION 1. Promote open communication among staff and good levels of staff morale. 2. Operate effectively as a member of the QED team in promoting the best interest of the Services. 3. Report all matters of concern immediately to the Head of QED, BOCSI West Region. FLEXIBILITY Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches in 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. RECRUITMENT PROCESS A short list will be made and those identified on the short list will be invited to interview. There may be a need to hold a second round of interviews, if this is the case candidates will be notified. Following interview all candidates will be notified of the outcome. The successful candidate will be made an offer and if that candidate accepts, the appointment will be made subject to the Garda vetting report. HEALTH The successful candidate must be free from any condition which would render him/her unsuitable to hold the appointment and must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. CONFIDENTIALITY In the course of the employment the post holder may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of people who are supported by the Services 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 who are supported by the Services, staff, or other health services 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.
Senior Community Facilitator
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST: SENIOR COMMUNITY FACILITATOR 1 X Permanent Part-Time 60 hours a fortnight STROKESTOWN ADULT SERVICES - (Tulsk, Strokestown, Elphin and Ballinagare Area) JOB REF: 89117 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Senior Community Facilitator Appointments within the Strokestown and Roscommon Town Services will be made over the next 6 months. Location: Assignment to Cruachan Services, initially based in the Strokestown/Tulsk area. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Cruachan services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: This is a direct support/front line role providing support to an individual with Intellectual Disability, Autism and Complex Behaviours. The successful candidate will take a lead role with the implementation of the Behaviour Support Plan and leading the team to deliver a quality-based service. This will involve supporting the Individual during behaviours of distress. This role includes working as a key worker to support and advocate for the individual supported by the service. The role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual’s ability while promoting independence and development of skills. The role will assist and support the individual, with the development of their person centred plan, the achievement of associated outcomes, to live a meaningful life and fulfil their potential. The successful candidate will encourage community participation and inclusion in positive ways, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking. Works With: Working hours: 60 hours a fortnight rostered Monday to Friday. Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm to meet the requirements of the programme. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours and any changes in rostering in the future to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Starting and finishing times will be as notified to you by the person in charge. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Remuneration: €40,521 x 8 increments - €51, 286 (Max) per annum pro-rata (Department of Health Senior Instructor/Supervisor Grade as at 01/08/2025). LSI 1 €52,947 per annum pro-rata is paid after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. LSI 2 €54,705 per annum pro-rata is paid after a further 3 years. Tenure: Permanent part-time and pensionable. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Patricia Coleman, Area Manager 0871447954 Closing date for receipt of applications/CV’s online is 5pm, Sunday 4th January 2025 Interviews date to be confirmed The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Laboratory Scientist
There is currently one permanent whole-timevacancy available in Laboratory Scientist (PALs) Laboratory, St. Finbarr’s Hospital, Cork. 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 Valentine 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
Support Worker Adult Services
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 2024 . 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 Support Workerto join our team in ST. Laurence, Lota Park , Glanmire,Cork, Adult Day Services, Cork, Ard Na Mara, Ladysbridge, Co Cork, and Harbour Lights, Castle Road, Blackrock, Cork . Contract Type: Permanent, temporary and relief contracts available Contract Hours: Full time (39 hours per week), Part-Time & Relief Salary Scale: € 33,708 – €40,792 pro rata per annum. Annual Leave Entitlement : 30 days per annum pro-rata, and proportionately less for less than 12 months service. Overview of the Post: The role of Support Worker is to work as part of a dedicated and innovative team to provide person centred services to children and adults with disabilities who attend Enable Ireland Services. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · QQI Level 5 Major Award in one of the following: o Healthcare Support o Social Care o Pre Nursing o Childcare (8 modules to include one module on special needs/disability studies/challenging behaviour or a commitment to complete one of these modules within 6-months of commencement) OR · SNA Qualification OR · Year 1 of a relevant degree programme in Health and Social Care (such as Social Care, Child Care, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech & Language Therapy) AND · Full Clean Manual Driving Licence and willingness to drive company vehicles. AND · Be eligible to work in the state Desirable Criteria: · Experience of supporting people with disabilities. · Experience of working with people with behaviours of concern. · Experience of providing personal care · Basic IT skills 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: 5th December 2026 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
Senior Supervisor/instructor
Senior Supervisor/Instructor Training Centres, Day Services & Community Hubs (aligned to the Workshop Supervisor/Instructor, Senior salary scale) Fulltime Permanent, 39 hour working week Salary: The 11-point salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025: €40,521, €41,398, €42,663, €43,975, €45,337, €46,745, €48,205, €49,717, €51,286, €52,947, €54,705 LSIs New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (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. Qualifications, experience required: Informal enquiries can be made to Paul Sherlock, Manager on 086 417 8396. Completed application forms must be returned no later than Friday 9th of January 2026. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application. A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, full time or part-time Senior Supervisor positions that may arise across Horizons. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Visit our Website: Work with Us - Horizons
