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Norbrook is one of Northern Ireland’s top companies and a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals, delivering products to 120 countries. We’re innovative, growing fast, and looking for motivated people to join our team. Norbrook operates a structured progression framework (Levels 2-4) allowing Production Operatives to develop their skills, increase responsibility and progress their careers through performance and training. Why you’ll love working here: Location: Newry, Co. Down Type: Full-time, Permanent Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Clinical Nurse Manager / Social Care Leader
Clinical Nurse Manager 2/ Social Care Leader Person Centred Residential Services & Supports Full Time We are currently recruiting Clinical Nurse Managers 2 (CNM2) and Social Care Leaders (SCL) for our Person Centred Residential and Community-Based Services and supports. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals to lead dedicated teams in delivering meaningful respite experiences that align with HIQA standards and our organisational values. The successful candidates may be required to assume the responsibilities of a Person in Charge in accordance with HIQA regulations. Position & Grade : Social Care Leader / Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Location : Cork City & County Employment type and Hours : Full Time Permanent · 37.5 hours per week for Clinical Nurse Manager 2 · 39 hours per week for Social Care Leader Salary: Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Social Care Leader : The 7-point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026: €56,915, €58,145, €59,374, €62,652, €63,924, €65,185, €66,465 Clinical Nurse Manager 2 : The 11-point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026: €62,078, €63,106, €63,975, €65,394, €66,963, €68,504, €70,045, €71,779, €73,389, €76,159 €78,443 LSI New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Key Responsibilities include: Completed application forms must be submitted by Friday 20th March 2026. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application. A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill any future permanent or temporary, fulltime, or Part Time Clinical Nurse Manager 2/Social Care Leader roles that may arise across Horizons. Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie
Continuous Improvement Lead
Job Overview The Continuous Improvement Lead is responsible for improving processes and procedures, as well as leading and managing continuous improvement projects. Typically, this will include identifying and resolving operational issues, enhancing productivity, reducing waste or reducing costs. The Continuous Improvement Lead will report to the Site Manufacturing Lead Main Activities and responsibilities Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Senior Community Facilitator
CORLANN –WEST REGION POSTS: 1 X PERMANENT FULL-TIME SENIOR COMMUNITY FACILITATOR Clonard Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Loughglynn areas) Ref: 93835 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Senior Community Facilitator Appointments within the Clonard/West Roscommon Services will be made over the next 6 months. Location: Assignment to County Roscommon, initially based in the Castlerea area. Future developments within the services may require that you are prepared to transfer to other work locations as the service needs demand. The Role: Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm to meet the requirements of the programme. Corlann 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 person supported. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. 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 Full-time and pensionable. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Liz Hunt, Area Manager 0868824638 Closing date for receipt of applications/CV’s online is 5pm, 9th March 2026 Interview date to be confirmed CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER INDW
Social Care Worker
CORLANN –WEST REGION POSTS: SOCIAL CARE WORKERS 1 X Permanent Full-Time 78 hours a fortnight 1 X Permanent Part-Time 60 hours a fortnight Clonard Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Loughglynn areas) Ref: 93739 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: Assignment to County Roscommon, initially based in the Castlerea area. Future developments within the services may require that you are prepared to transfer to other work locations as the service needs demand. The Role: All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/08/2025 apply: €40,351 X 11 increments - €55,599 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €56,650 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: Permanent Full-time/Part-time and pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within Hyde Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Liz Hunt, Area Manager 0868824638 Closing date for receipt of applications/CV’s online is 5pm, 9th March 2026 Interview date to be confirmed CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER INDW
HR Generalist
Role Summary: Dawn Meats is a premium meat processor and supplier of choice for a range of leading supermarket, foodservice and restaurant businesses. Established in 1980, Dawn Meats is an industry leader with annual revenues of over €2bn, employing over 8,000 staff in 15 countries and exporting to over 50 countries. The successful candidate will provide support to the site from a HR function viewpoint in an efficient and timely manner. Positively challenging systems of work and be driven to resolve issues with a sense of urgency and integrity. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our Ballyhaunis production plant in Mayo and will have the following key duties and responsibilities:
Team Leader
CORLANN –WEST REGION POST: 1 X PERMANENT PART-TIME TEAM LEADER (Social Care Leader/CNMI) Job Ref: 93724 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Social Care Worker roles are also available. 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. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each person reflects the organisation’s core values: Working Hours: Contracted hours 70 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. The Team Leader will be assigned to Day Services initially. It is expected that, should operational needs arise, the Team Leader will be required to demonstrate flexibility in facilitating this. 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. 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: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Team Manager to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Tenure: Permanent, part-time and pensionable. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager on 086-8824638 or Patricia Halvey 0874845384 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 9th March 2026 Interview date to be confirmed CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER INDW
Night - Time Care Assistant
Mission Statement of L'Arche: “To make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities revealed through mutually transforming relationships. To engage in our diverse cultures, working together to build a more humane society. To foster an environment in communities that is inspired by the core values of our founding story, and that responds to the changing needs of our members.” L’Arche is first and foremost a Community where Assistants are asked to enter into real and respectful relationships with adults with intellectual disabilities and with their co workers. Respect for the dignity and privacy of the individual is a key requirement of the position. Night-time Care Assistant - L'Arche Cork We are currently recruiting for a number of Night-time Care Assistant positions to provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities who live in a residential setting in L’Arche Cork. These are full-time, permanent positions for a basic 39-hour week. The primary responsibility of the Live Out Care Assistant (LOCA) is to provide support for Residents in their L’Arche homes. The level of support provided will be appropriate to the needs of each Resident, thus it will be necessary to have an in-depth knowledge of each Resident and their needs, skills, likes and dislikes and to build a trusting relationship with them. The Nighttime Care Assistants will have particular responsibility for the fire safety of the house or houses where they are based. They are expected to do a walk around the house or houses at regular intervals during the nighttime period that they are on duty. The Nighttime Care Assistant will report to and be supervised and supported by the House Leader. He/She will be expected to work closely with the team of Assistants in the house in order to give the best support possible to the Residents. The Nighttime Care Assistant is required to be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of L’Arche and with the National Standards for people with intellectual disabilities. Some Other Duties and responsibilities: As mentioned above the primary role of the Nighttime Care Assistant is to ensure the safety of the residents and volunteers during the nighttime shift. There are also some other areas that the person may be responsible for. They include: Please tell us in your covering letter why you feel you would be suitable for this role, and include your Curriculum Vitae with names & contact details of 2 referees – one employment related.
Relief Van Driver
Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Relief Van Driver (Permanent Casual Relief contract) to join our Retail team in Vincent's Mullingar furniture Store. The post holder will have responsibility for ensuring safe and efficient handling, lifting, and movement of furniture, along with bric-a-brac, donation bags, and similar items, ensuring that all goods are transported, loaded, and unloaded with due care. Additional duties support the wider logistical needs of the service as required. All duties must be carried out promptly and in full compliance with the Society’s retail standards, relevant legislation, and the SVP’s policies and ethos. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications • Full Clean B License is required Experience • At least 1 year Driving experience essential with a clean driver’s license. • Experience of lone working and ability to use initiative. • Experience in a similar role desirable. • Multi drops experience an advantage. Knowledge • Knowledge of the local roads of Navan and Dublin essential and knowledge of Meath, Westmeath, Louth, Monaghan, Cavan, and Longford roads desired (Northeast &Midlands Region) • Knowledge of our Vincent Shops is desirable. • Knowledge of the Society is desirable. • Complete familiarisation with current Health & Safety procedures. • Knowledge of best practice in the area of Manual Handling. Skills • Have good communication skills. • Ability to work under pressure • Excellent organisational skills. • Be customer focused with strong interpersonal skills • Possess good problem solving skills • Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team • Be able to establish and maintain working relationships on an ongoing basis
Training Standards Officer
NATURE OF POST Permanent full time post, 35 hours per week. SALARY SCALE €60,610 to €78,794 (including two long service increments). As per Department of Education and Skills guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale, however incremental credit may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. LOCATION Appointment is to Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Scheme. The successful applicant will be assigned initially to the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence, Dundalk, Co. Louth. REPORTING OR ACCOUNTABILITY RELATIONSHIP The Training Standards Officer (Grade VII) reports to the Manager of the Centre in the first instance as direct line manager, reporting also, as appropriate, to the Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence. POST SUMMARY OR PURPOSE The Training Standards Officer will be responsible, under the direction and guidance of the Chief Executive or delegated officer, for provision of a Curriculum, Assessment, Quality Assurance and Programme Development service in respect of Further Education and Training programmes. The successful applicant may have a large, multilevel staff and will be expected to take responsibility for decision making in the section or area. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area or to non European Economic Area nationals with a valid work permit. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under European Union agreements may also apply. Health and Character Those under consideration for a position may, at the discretion of the employer, be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting Form. References will be sought. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Candidates for a Grade VII Officer post (by open competition from the Education and Training Sector Candidate Pool) must: • Have the requisite knowledge, skills, and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service. • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. • Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied, or vocational programmes) or equivalent, or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the Quality and Qualifications Ireland qualifications framework which can be assessed as being comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher, or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. DESIRABLE CRITERIA • A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or its equivalent, and or significant relevant work experience. • Good general knowledge of training in business organisations. • Familiarity with SOLAS Apprenticeship Scheme to provide a service to clients when requested. • Knowledge of SOLAS Standard Based Apprenticeship procedures. • Additional relevant development for example training advisory, career planning, instructing, training administration, business consulting. • Well developed decision making abilities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Work in collaboration with Louth and Meath Education and Training Board management and Further Education and Training staff team towards the development of an integrated Further Education and Training service for the communities in Louth and Meath. • Provide relevant and timely advice, information and support to relevant staff on matters relating to the assessment process, the processing of certification, training materials and training aids, training methodologies and training practices to meet the requirements of certifying bodies associated with the delivery of the programmes. • Research the procurement of learning resource materials and assist instructors, tutors and teachers with same. • Advise the management team on any improvements or actions required to the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board quality assurance systems. • Provide assistance with the development and review of Course Training Specifications and Assessments for Further Education and Training courses (including Traineeships and Apprenticeships) as required. • Assist with the provision of information for the Programme Evaluation Process. • Assist the management team in the identification of Continuous Professional Development requirements of staff relating to the introduction of new or revised modules or courses. • Administer the relevant systems and control the application of assessments and certification processes for internal Louth and Meath Education and Training Board courses, Second Provider provision and the Standards Based Apprentice Assessment System. • Ensure that all matters in relation to Assessment and Certification processes are conducted in accordance with the process and procedures set out in the relevant Quality Assurance System and in accordance with the criteria outlined by the relevant certifying bodies. • Participate in the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Results Approval Groups and organise the processing of certification post Results Approval. • Produce statistical reports relating to certification of Further Education and Training programmes as required. • Support learner appeal processes with the relevant documentation for the Assessment Appeals Panel. • Cooperate with, organise and facilitate visits for external authentication or verification processes for in centre and second providers operating within the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Quality Assurance system. • Organise certification audits of Second Providers who operate within the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Quality Assurance System. • Provide staff and second providers of training with briefings or training as required in relation to the relevant Quality Assurance Systems, Curriculum and Assessment instruments and procedures. • Assist the Management Team with Certificate Award Ceremonies. • Keep up to date with developments in Training Design and Training Delivery and Assessment techniques and keep the Management Team advised on best practice. • Assist in Programme or Curriculum Design and coordinate process of uploading courses or programmes into the Programme and Learner Support System and update information into Further Education and Training Annual Reporting Requirements. • Liaise with relevant internal staff and external bodies (including certifying bodies) and update the Management Team on developments as necessary. • Undertake or oversee any other duties or projects as required and directed by the Manager of Training Centre, Director of Further Education and Training or Chief Executive from time to time, having regard to the changing needs of the service. All the above duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in consultation and with the approval of the manager, in a flexible manner and in a spirit of teamwork with the other staff in the centre. COMPETENCIES REQUIRED The appointee to the Grade VII Administrative Officer post will be required to show evidence of the following competencies: Team Leadership • Works with the relevant team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing performance issues if they arise. • Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team. • Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet the Education and Training Board objectives. • Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. • Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills and capacity of team. • Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change. Judgment, Analysis and Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise, weighing up a range of critical factors. • Takes account of any broader issues and related implications when making decisions. • Is reflective in practice. • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions. • Makes sound decisions with a well reasoned rationale and stands by these decisions. • Puts forward solutions to address problems. Management and Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives. • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time. • Structures and organises their own and others work effectively. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available. • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and guidance as to what is required. • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation. • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments or changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively. • Applies appropriate systems and processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs. • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers of Louth and Meath Education and Training Board. Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing role. • Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management. • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues. • Projects conviction, gaining buy in by outlining relevant information and selling the benefits. • Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy, and respect, even in challenging circumstances. • Presents information concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives and targets of self and team and how they fit into the work of the Department or Louth and Meath Education and Training Board organisation and effectively communicates this to others. • Has high levels of expertise and broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to his or her area of work. • Focuses on self development, striving to improve performance. Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Strives to perform at a high level, investing significant energy to achieve agreed objectives. • Demonstrates resilience in the face of challenging circumstances and high demands. • Is personally trustworthy and can be relied upon. • Ensures that customers and stakeholders are at the heart of all services provided. • Upholds high standards of honesty, ethics, and integrity.
