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About the Role: EPS is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Fitter to join our growing Service & Repair division with a base of Ballyhaunis, County Mayo. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well‑established Irish company delivering essential infrastructure services across the region. If you enjoy hands‑on mechanical work, varied sites and being part of a tight‑knit, professional team, this role offers long‑term stability and rewarding work close to home. You will be involved in the service, repair, installation and maintenance of mechanical equipment across a range of water and wastewater treatment sites throughout the West and North West of Ireland. The work is varied, practical and technically interesting, with no two days the same. Key Skills & Responsibilities: We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels. If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know. Speak to our recruiting team on 022-31200 or email jobs@epswater.com. Equal Opportunity Statement - EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Team Manager
DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF CORLANN Corlann West provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of Corlann is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by Corlann, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by Corlann to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Hyde Adult Services provide a range of community-based servicesincluding day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our services to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. The successful candidates will be involved in developing existing services through supporting the local staff teams. The Team Manager will have Person in Charge (PIC) responsibility and will oversee some residential and day service locations. Location: Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara) 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. Reporting/Responsible to: Service Coordinator / Area Manager Qualifications/Experience: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have: (I) A relevant 3rd level qualification in Nursing and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI OR (II) 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 (III) Hold a schedule 3 qualification (see below Note 1*) See list of recognized Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications . OR (IV) Hold a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU OR (V) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see below Note 2*) must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. Note 1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under section 91.Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over -30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by a Registration board will be considered. Note 2* Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before 30th Nov 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), between 30th November 2018 and 30th November 2023 are considered to be Section 91 applicants under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 And 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 successful candidate i.e. CNM2 or SCM2. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidate, i.e., CNM2 or SCM2 per Department of Health salary scales 01/02/2026 . Tenure: This post is Permanent Full-time and pensionable. Travel: A mileage allowance is paid for work related travel. The base this post is Roscommon Town Area. 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 probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. JOB DESCRIPTION The Corlann service is based on the Personal Outcome Measures system for person centred planning, requiring employees to be flexible within working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual supported. Services are provided using a rights based approach. Specific Conditions: · All staff must have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and autism and help to ensure that they lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. · All staff are required to establish and maintain relationships with adults with disabilities that are based on respect and equality and that promote their independence. Main duties and functions: · Provide a high level of leadership to all staff/ team members within the service. · Oversee and manage staffing with responsibility for rosters, staff support and supervision, training, team meetings and all allied duties in line with organisational and HR procedures and legislation. · Assist in formulating, implementing and evaluating service plans in co-operation with the Service Coordinator/ Area Manager, Multidisciplinary support staff and other team members under the direction of the Area Manager. · Deputise for the other Team Managers/Service Coordinator/Area Manager as the need arises, including the provision of on-call cover on an agreed rostered basis. · Ensure that Personal Outcome Measures person centred planning and a rights-based approach to support is fully operational in the teams you are supporting and reviewed as required. · Ensure the will and preference of the person supported is core to service delivery. · Foster the development of the local team and the work that it does. Facilitate team building, staff motivation to build positive and proactive supports and working environment. · Evaluate and manage the implementation of best practice and ensure that all staff are familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of Corlann – West Region. · Along with the Service Coordinator/ Area Manager, ensure that all repairs to buildings and equipment are carried out promptly. · Ensure all records are maintained correctly and accurately in relation to accidents, incidents, complaints, meetings, organisational and HSE requirements and HIQA notifications. · Ensure all data bases, systems and auditing requirements are up to date as per policies and procedures. · Ensure that best practice, high professional standards and confidentiality are maintained at all times. · Participate in managing all resources efficiently and effectively within the agreed budget. · Facilitate co-ordination, co-operation, liaison and communication across multidisciplinary teams and services. · Participate in a paid on-call all rota, usually requiring a commitment twice a year. · Engage with family representatives in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team and the management team and in line with the wishes of people supported. · Promote and facilitate community liaison including advocacy, citizen advocacy and human rights. · Promote dignity at work and show respect to people supported by the services, colleagues and other stakeholders in the course of duty. · Be aware of and become familiar with fire drill procedures within the services i.e. fire detection, evacuation and firefighting. · Be conscious of Health and Safety matters in the workplace and in particular ensure that all team members comply with Employee’s obligations as set out under Section 9 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. · Avail of all training and development opportunities for your professional development. · Perform such other duties appropriate to the post as may be assigned to him/her by the Area Manager/Service Co-ordinator. All duties must be carried out in person at all times. The role of the post holder will not be limited by reference to this job description. It is expected that the role will evolve and develop as required by professional, structural, and people supported demands, requiring the post holder to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility to facilitate this.
Buying Assistant
Carraig Donn is Ireland's premier retailer for Fashion/Gift/Homeware. We are looking for you to join us as a Giftware Buying Assistant at our office in Ennis, Co. Clare. Become a part of our team. The Company: Established in 1965, Carraig Donn is Ireland’s premier retailer of Fashion, Jewellery and Giftware products. At Carraig Donn, we are inspired by our long history as an Irish retailer and we draw on our heritage as we consistently innovate and evolve. Our team of experienced buyers strive to bring our customers quality products that are unique and exclusive to Carraig Donn stores. The Carraig Donn customer is central to our success and we pride ourselves on providing genuine, honest customer service and an excellent retail experience. Our aim is to build positive, lasting relationships with our customers by providing them the right products – when and where they need them. Carraig Donn is 100% Irish owned and operated. We currently employ over 500 people across our Head Office and retail stores with 40 branches nationwide. Our central warehouse, buying offices, dispatch centre and e-commerce operations are all conducted from our home on the Lodge Road, Westport, Co. Mayo. With buying offices also located in Ennis, and Dublin. Carraig Donn is continuing to grow year on year, with an exciting 10-year expansion plan. Job Purpose: As a Buying Assistant at Carraig Donn, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Buying team to ensure the efficient and effective sourcing, selection, and management of products. Your role will involve assisting with the development of product ranges, managing supplier relationships, analysing sales data, and ensuring that the right products are available at the right time to meet customer demand. Key Responsibilities: Role will be 40-hour week, full-time. This role will be a blend of remote working and onsite in Ennis, Co. Clare. What We Offer: Competitive Compensation Package: We value your expertise and contribution. Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills. Flexible Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balancing personal and professional commitments. Benefit from flexible working arrangements that suit your lifestyle. Career Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us. Join a team of industry professionals dedicated to your success. Take advantage of our culture of mentorship and development as you progress within our organization. Paid apprenticeships allowing you to achieve level 6 certification Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment: At Carraig Donn, we foster a culture of collaboration and respect. Join a diverse team of talented individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. Continuous Learning and Development: We invest in our employees' growth and development. Access a variety of learning resources, training programs, and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, and access to a health and wellbeing support plan. Employee Discounts and Perks: As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy generous staff discounts on our exclusive product range. Take advantage of our employee referral scheme and other exciting perks. Health and Wellbeing Initiatives : Your health and wellbeing are important to us. Benefit from initiatives such as our bike-to-work scheme and access to our Employee Assistance programme, as well as our employee platform offering mindfulness resources, lifestyle savings, and more. Join Carraig Donn and become part of a team that values your talent and dedication. Experience the rewards of working for Ireland's premier lifestyle retailer as you embark on a fulfilling career journey with us. Apply now to seize this exciting opportunity!
Online Warehouse Supervisor
Company Profile Carraig Donn is Ireland’s premier lifestyle retailer of Ladies Fashion, Jewellery and Gifts, which was established in 1965. At Carraig Donn, we are inspired by our long history as an Irish retailer and we draw on our heritage as we consistently innovate and evolve to remain relevant and attractive to our extensive customer base. At Carraig Donn the customer is central to our success and we pride ourselves on providing genuine, honest customer service and an excellent retail experience. Our team of experienced buyers strive to bring our customers quality products, at affordable prices, through our extensive collection of brands that are unique and exclusive to Carraig Donn. Our aim is to build positive, lasting relationships, by providing customers with the right products at the right time, both at store level and on our online platform at www.carraigdonn.com. Carraig Donn is 100% Irish owned and operated with over 500 people employed across our Head Office and network of 43 retail stores. Our Head Office, Warehouse, and eCommerce operations are all conducted from our home in Westport, Co. Mayo. Carraig Donn is continuing to grow year on year, with an exciting 10-year expansion plan and a never standing still approach. Become a part of our team. The Role Carraig Donn currently have an opportunity for an Online Warehouse Supervisor between both locations Castlebar/Westport. Main duties of this role will include: What We Offer: Competitive Compensation Package: We value your expertise and contribution. Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills. Flexible Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balancing personal and professional commitments. Benefit from flexible working arrangements that suit your lifestyle. Career Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us. Join a team of industry professionals dedicated to your success. Take advantage of our culture of mentorship and development as you progress within our organization. Paid apprenticeships allowing you to achieve level 6 certification Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment: At Carraig Donn, we foster a culture of collaboration and respect. Join a diverse team of talented individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. Continuous Learning and Development: We invest in our employees' growth and development. Access a variety of learning resources, training programs, and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, and access to a health and wellbeing support plan. Employee Discounts and Perks: As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy generous staff discounts on our exclusive product range. Take advantage of our employee referral scheme and other exciting perks. Health and Wellbeing Initiatives : Your health and wellbeing are important to us. Benefit from initiatives such as our bike-to-work scheme and access to our Employee Assistance programme, as well as our employee platform offering mindfulness resources, lifestyle savings, and more. Join Carraig Donn and become part of a team that values your talent and dedication. Experience the rewards of working for Ireland's premier lifestyle retailer as you embark on a fulfilling career journey with us. Apply now to seize this exciting opportunity!
Assistant Manager
Are you passionate about fashion, leadership, and delivering exceptional customer experiences? We are seeking an Assistant Manager to join our team in Whitewater S/C, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and organised individual to drive success in one of our high-energy departments. The Company: Established in 1965, Carraig Donn is Ireland’s premier retailer of Fashion, Jewellery and Giftware products. At Carraig Donn, we are inspired by our long history as an Irish retailer and we draw on our heritage as we consistently innovate and evolve. Our team of experienced buyers strive to bring our customers quality products that are unique and exclusive to Carraig Donn stores. The Carraig Donn customer is central to our success and we pride ourselves on providing genuine, honest customer service and an excellent retail experience. Our aim is to build positive, lasting relationships with our customers by providing them the right products – when and where they need them. Carraig Donn is 100% Irish owned and operated. We currently employ over 500 people across our Head Office and retail stores with 40 branches nationwide. Our central warehouse, buying offices, dispatch centre and e-commerce operations are all conducted from our home on the Lodge Road, Westport, Co. Mayo. With buying offices also located in Ennis, and Dublin. Carraig Donn is continuing to grow year on year, with an exciting 10-year expansion plan. The Role: This is a full time Assistant Manager contract in Whitewater S/C, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Must be fully flexible as will be required to work weekdays including evenings and weekends. Key Responsibilities: What We Offer: Competitive Compensation Package: We value your expertise and contribution. Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills. Flexible Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balancing personal and professional commitments. Benefit from flexible working arrangements that suit your lifestyle. Career Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us. Join a team of industry professionals dedicated to your success. Take advantage of our culture of mentorship and development as you progress within our organization. Paid apprenticeships allowing you to achieve level 6 certification Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment: At Carraig Donn, we foster a culture of collaboration and respect. Join a diverse team of talented individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. Continuous Learning and Development: We invest in our employees' growth and development. Access a variety of learning resources, training programs, and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, a competitive salary and access to a health and wellbeing support plan. Employee Discounts and Perks: As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy generous staff discounts on our exclusive product range. Take advantage of our employee referral scheme and other exciting perks. Onsite Parking. Health and Wellbeing Initiatives : Your health and wellbeing are important to us. Benefit from initiatives such as our bike-to-work scheme and access to our Employee Assistance programme, as well as our employee platform offering mindfulness resources, lifestyle savings, and more. If you’re ready to contribute to the success of our team and grow your career in retail, we’d love to hear from you!
OTC Sales Assistant
Our people make the difference. Here at PHX Ireland, we strive to be a place for everyone where each and every one of us can be our true, authentic selves, every single day. For us, individuality sparks new ideas, shapes new approaches and brings us powerful new perspectives. It’s the heartbeat of our innovation, creativity, and success. Which is why, at PHX Ireland, we don’t just embrace our differences – we celebrate them. Across United Drug, McCabes Pharmacy, and TCP Homecare, in every location and every role, the way we work makes us who we are – and that’s something we are really proud of. Which is why we’ve summed up our ethos in our six PHX Ireland values; Customer focused, Quality driven, collaborative, ambitious, innovative, and inclusive. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an OTC Sales Assistant to join our team in Westport We have a full-time, permanent contract available. It isn’t just any shop floor, it’s the heart of the community. Why You'll Love Working With Us 💼 We’ve got your back: employee assistance programme 🛍️ Perks you’ll actually use: Generous in store discounts 🌈 Belonging at Work: Inclusive, welcoming team culture where you’re valued for you . 👶 Family comes first: Life Stage Policies including maternity and paternity pay What You’ll Be Doing:
Neighbourhood Assistant
SCOPE OF WORK: Key responsibilities may include: • Working collaboratively with the Housing Officers to ensure housing management duties and responsibilities across the patch are attended to, including breaches of tenancy, and provide office support as and when required. • To act as a key point of contact for tenants and residents and display a ‘can do’ flexible and cooperative attitude to ensure the delivery of excellent customer services and the efficient, effective and economic operation and provision of services. • Undertaking ‘scheduled’ and unscheduled tasks daily and maintaining a logbook of all activities. Scheduled tasks will include duties such as the monitoring and inspecting of vacant properties. Unscheduled tasks will include housing management visits, requests for certain tasks to be carried out and attendance at meetings. • General administrative duties, including producing reports. • Working in line with Woven’s policies and procedures which includes the Code of Conduct and Health and Safety policy, conducting all activities in a manner which is safe to yourself and others. • Ensuring that confidential information is only disclosed in accordance with procedure. • Responding immediately to any emergency received during hours of work, summoning appropriate assistance and providing support. • All out of hour’s calls are addressed however there may be circumstances when there is the need to attend an emergency call. The postholder will be entitled to time off in lieu of emergency call outs outside normal working hours. • Attending liaison meetings and multiagency meetings as required. • Undertaking other delegated duties appropriate to the scope and function of the grade of post including cover duties during periods of absence e.g. sickness, annual leave. • Attending all training courses, staff conferences, etc. which may be organised outside the normal place and hours of work. • Providing cover at other schemes / patches. Estate Management • Carrying out a visual inspection of the schemes at least once each week and reporting to the Housing Officer / Assets Officer any suspected tenancy fraud, alterations to dwellings, damage, vandalism or potential hazards to health and safety. • Assisting the Housing Officer with Termination Of Tenancy inspections and void turnaround times. • Undertaking accompanied viewings of properties and assisting in securing occupation. Assisting with the promotion of designated areas. • Visiting tenants and being able to identify any other agencies who may assist tenants, which includes Health Trust staff, Social Workers, Floating Support etc. • Carrying out visits and reporting to Housing Officer / Senior Housing Officer. • In conjunction with the Housing Officer, being responsible for the day-to-day management and download of relevant CCTV footage off the CCTV systems. The CCTV records logbook must be always maintained in accordance with GDPR and the Association’s policies and procedures. • Working with tenants, local communities, PSNI, other agencies and Housing team in addressing anti-social behaviour. • Identifying where illegal dumping / graffiti is an issue and working with Housing Officers to put a plan in place to address. • Attending Estate Walkabouts, assisting with the organisation and the implementation of action plans resulting from these. Health and Safety • Completing weekly health, safety and fire regulations communal inspections and tests and ensuring records are maintained and compliant, and taking appropriate action, as required. • Attending Fire Alarm activations during working hours and ensuring systems are reset in accordance with procedure. Waste Management The bins must be managed to ensure appropriate waste management and recycling takes place. Bins must be maintained to an acceptable standard ensuring that they meet the local council’s standards for emptying each week. Bins must be left out for collection on the appropriate day and then returned to the bin store location following collection. Tenant Engagement • Encouraging and actively promoting resident involvement and engagement with tenants. • Liaising with partner community agencies within the area and participating in forums, partnership meetings and working groups as required. • Assisting Housing Officers / Community Involvement Officers at residents / community meetings, dealing with tenant queries and providing feedback to tenants on general activity on estates. • Co-operating in community development through liaison with the statutory, voluntary and community sector, and to actively promote community development with our tenants and the local community. • Encouraging and providing opportunities for tenants to be actively involved in activities which support their communities. • Assisting in the collection of tenant satisfaction feedback and completing tenant surveys. Community Hubs • Facilitating booking(s) of community hubs as per the Association’s procedure and being available for opening and closing the facility as agreed with the designated Housing Officer. • Demonstrating the Fire and Evacuation procedure to anyone booking the Community Hub. • Monitoring the cleaning of the office, the Hub, all communal areas, internally and externally and stores. All areas must be kept in a high standard of cleanliness and in a tidy condition. • Ensuring the Community Hub has adequate heat during opening hours. • Requesting stationery / cleaning materials in accordance with the Association’s procedure. Repair Service • Reporting defects / repairs for which the Association is responsible to the Assets Officer as soon as possible on the day of the report. • Liaising and reporting repairs to the Assets Team. Duties may include visits to elderly or vulnerable tenants to assist in accurate reporting of repairs etc. or to confirm completion of repairs. • Working with the Asset Management team and Homes and Communities team in addressing environmental issues. • Notifying the designated public authority of any failure by the public authority to service the development, i.e. street cleaning, bin collection, street lighting, and recording action taken. • Liaising with tenants, contractors and staff regarding planned / responsive repairs and compliance checks to facilitate access where required. • Supporting with access in person for appointment with contractors as required. Door entry and car park gating systems • Liaising with residents regarding provision of keys and fobs and programming fobs as and when required. This list should not be regarded as exhaustive, and the post holder will be expected to adopt a flexible attitude to the duties and perform any other reasonable duties as directed. We expect all our employees to: • demonstrate our behaviours and values. • ensure that no religious, political, or sexual discrimination, intimidation or harassment or obscene behaviour occurs within the Association. • perform any other reasonable duties as directed by line management. • be fully aware of and actively comply with our policies and procedures relevant to their own responsibilities and to corporate policies and procedures including equality, health, and safety and GDPR. • work towards achieving the overall aims and objectives of the Association. Job work environment • The Neighbourhood Assistant will be expected to work alone and, in all cases, they will have access to advice and support from colleagues, supervisors and Managers. • There will be travel involved. Mileage will be reimbursed at a casual / essential user mileage rate as detailed in the Associations Travel and Expenditure policy. • This role requires the postholder to interact with the public and other stakeholders which may sometimes involve managing difficult or challenging behaviours. • Occasional attendance at lunch and evening meetings and working out of hours or at weekends to meet the needs of the business. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FROM YOU Experience of working in a community or caring environment. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Hold a current full, (preferably) clean driving license that allows driving in the UK, with use of a private vehicle for business use or, in the case of disability, be able to demonstrate how the mobility requirements of the position will be met.
Senior Supervisor Instructor, Training Centres, Day Services, Community Hubs
Senior Supervisor/Instructor Community Hubs , Day Services, Training Centres (aligned to the Workshop Supervisor/Instructor, Senior salary scale) Salary: The 11-point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026. €41,021, €41,898, €43,163, €44,475, €45,837, €47,245, €48,705, €50,217, €51,799, €53,476 €55,252LSIs 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. Fulltime Permanent, 39 hour working week This role will be based in Horizons Training Centres, Day Services and Community Hubs that are located across Cork City & County. This shift pattern for this role will generally be Monday to Friday however flexibility with will be required in line with service delivery. As part of this role you will be supporting the people we support, to live a life of their choosing in their day service/ community hub / training centre. In line with the UNCRPD and New Directions, Horizons strives to support people realise their full potential with a focus on three main pillars: Personal Development, Active Participation & Citizenship. We work in partnership with the individual and their natural supports to co-create opportunities to learn, participate and be an active citizen with a socially valued role. Horizons is committed to empowering an individual in line with the ADMA to reach their full potential in living the life of their choosing. Note: Applicants will only be short listed on the basis of the information provided on application. 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 22nd of May 2026. Interviews will be held Friday 29th of May 2026. 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
Training Centre Manager
Training Centre Manager (Workshop Manager) Post - School Eduation & Training Services Salary: Workshop Manager Scale – Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales Workshop Manager : The 5 -point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026: €53,751, €55,550, €57,451, €59,434, €61,551 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. Note: Applicants will be shortlisted based on the information provided on application. We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Training Centre Manager to join our Post‑School Education and Training Services. This is an exciting opportunity to support individuals with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live meaningful, self‑directed lives within their communities. The successful candidate will lead educational day service teams and play a key role in service development, transformation, and continuous improvement in line with New Directions standards. Key Responsibilities Informal enquiries can be made to Paul Sherlock, Manager on 086 417 8396. Completed application forms must be returned no later than Sunday 10th of May 2026. A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, full time or part-time Training Manager positions that may arise across Horizons. Visit our Website: Work with Us - Horizons
Assistant Staff Officer
Qualifications: A candidate must, on the latest date for receiving completed applications for the post: (i) Meet the Department of Health & Children’s educational criteria set down for Grade IV posts: Passed the Leaving Certificate Or Passed an examination of comparable standard at second level And Satisfactory relevant experience, which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills in the following areas: (ii) Experience in Staff Management/Supervision. (iii) Experience in Patient Related Services. (iv) Experience of Patient Management Systems (iPIMS) (v) Experience of working in a high level administrative role, indicating the candidate’s ability to efficiently discharge the functions of the post (vi) Excellent IT skills including sound knowledge of MSOffice (vii) Possess excellent organisation, interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure is crucial. (viii) Possess good numerical and analytical skills. Desirable: (i) Experience of the Patient Management System, Cerner, would be advantageous Note: If being processed for appointment, original documentation will be sought for: (ii) All qualification requirements for the post. (iii) Any additional qualification(s) that you may be awarded marks for at interview. In the event that a number of years’ experience is required for a post, you will be requested to: (i) Provide documentary evidence that you possess same. Character: A candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Health: A candidate for and any person holding the post must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, the successful candidate, before being appointed, shall undergo a pre employment health assessment. The assessment will be provided by the Hospital. Main Duties & Responsibilities • Organisation of Outpatient Clinics, managing numbers attending clinics, ensuring specific numbers as laid down by the SDU Project Unit • Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations within the Victoria Outpatients Department • Supervision of all aspects of the day-to-day running of administration in the Victoria Outpatients Department • Ensure that an up-to-date day to day local Job Description is available to all administration staff in the Department • Theatre lists need to be made available to the medical team with telephone numbers added, any changes to list need to be communicated to the medical team. • Ensure that SOP’s from an administration perspective are implemented maintained and adhered to • Train new administration staff and continuously access and address any ongoing training needs • A good working relationship with the GUM clinic and GUM CNS. • Liaise with Consultants re annual leave at the beginning of the year and ensure clinics are blocked or re-scheduled accordingly. Update the shared folder • Organise T Pro access for all NCHD’s who attend clinics and update the spreadsheet • Assist the A/ASM in the Probation Review/Performance Monitoring, Return to work meetings etc of all staff within the department • Correlate monthly figures for statistical analysis and forward same to IT Department on a monthly/quarterly basis • Assist with OPD audits, Healthcare Audits and Filing Audits as may be necessary and support the Administration Services Manager as required • Liaise on a daily basis with CUMH and SIVUH Central Appointments Office. • Ensure patient healthcare records are prepared and available in a timely fashion for all clinics • Manage the smooth running of Gynaecology and Dermatology clinics in Victoria OPD • Ensure Consultants have access to DNA patient notes at the end of each clinic and follow up as per advice • Check e-mails each day for any requests for appointments from CUMH • Responsibility for the timely identification and co-ordination of the retrieval of healthcare records which may be stored at off-site storage • Ensure healthcare records pertaining to abnormal reports are available on a priority basis to the Medical team • Print all relevant notes from Cerner and add to the patient’s chart • Ensure all lab work is available to the Medical team pertaining to patient’s previous clinic visit/ admission • Ensure the general administration of the department such as dealing with the issuing of new appointments to patients, telephone queries, dealing with queries on appointments, filing etc • Be flexible in relation to any overruns on clinic finishing times e.g. clinics running late • Oversee all incoming post to the Gynaecological Department ensure that future Clinic dates/outcome of last appointment are available and prepare necessary documentation for viewing by the Consultant • Support the Administration Services Manager and Assistant Administration Services Manager in ensuring the Victoria Out-Patients departments administration operates effectively and efficiently • Attend OSMG (Outpatient Services Management Group) meetings as required and any other meeting as requested by the Administration Services Manager/Assistant Administration Services Manager • Co-operate with Maintenance and future development of Information Technology within the Department and throughout the Hospital generally • Ensure that a quality level of customer care is provided to both patients and their relatives by the administrative staff of the Department • Be aware and inform staff, of all relevant policies and procedures and ensure that staff adheres to such policies and procedures • All Department leave to be uploaded to Softworks as ensure that return to work interviews are done in a timely manner • Attend mandatory training and any other recommended training • There is a responsibility on all staff to participate in internal and external audits and review as appropriate • To work in a manner with due care and attention to safety of self, patients, staff and other persons in the workplace with reference to the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005 • To report immediately to line managers / nominated persons, any accidents or incidents involving patients, staff and / or members of the public in line with hospital policy • To comply and be familiar with all hospital policies and procedures and in particular those relating to safety, health and welfare, infection control, hygiene, risk management and decontamination • To attend and participate in such meetings and events as may be required from time to time • Any other duties as may be assigned by Chief Executive, Administration Services Manager, Assistant Administration Services Manager or other designated officer from time to time Note: The rate and pace of change in the health service is such that the post holder will be required to update their knowledge and skills to fit the changing requirements of the service. Therefore this job description is an outline of the current broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. It will be reviewed and updated in line with future needs as required. The post holder will be required to be flexible in this position and must be prepared to undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department/Line Manager dependent on service needs. Such duties can be outside the area of one’s normal work and may be for other associated Departments as the Hospital may require. Particulars of the Post Remuneration Salary Scale: €36,109 - €55,463 per annum pro rata. Salary payment frequency will be fortnightly. Incremental credit may be granted in respect of recognised experience. Recognisable experience refers to “previous service in a similar grade in the Civil Service, Local Authority Service, Health Service and other public service bodies or agencies, in Ireland or abroad”. New employees wishing to claim incremental credit for previous employment/s must submit details (documentary evidence) within the first year of their employment, otherwise the Hospital will not be liable for retrospective payments. New employees experiencing difficulty with a previous employer in obtaining any letters/documentation in this regard should notify the Salaries & Wages Department as soon as possible within the first year of employment The post is full time, permanent and pensionable. Annual Leave Annual leave and public holidays are granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and in conjunction with Hospital policy and in compliance with national circulars governing leave. Public holidays are dealt with in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as reflected in the Annual Leave and Public Holiday policy. The annual leave entitlement is 28 days per annum (pro-rata). Where an existing employee is appointed to a higher grade for a continuous period of minimum of 12 months or more and a higher annual leave entitlement accrues to that grade of post as would apply to a new entrant/promotee, then the employee is entitled to benefit from the higher annual leave. Working Hours 35 hours per week. Flexibility in consideration of service needs is required. You will be required to work the agreed roster/ on call arrangements advised to you by your line manager. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am to 8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services as may be introduced by the hospital. Superannuation There are various Superannuation Schemes in operation. You will be a member of the scheme relevant to you based on your entry date to the public service and previous service if any. You will be issued with the relevant superannuation information directly from the Superannuation Section, Wages & Salaries Department in due course. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service, or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70 Probation The appointment shall be made subject to the conditions that: the person appointed shall hold the appointment for a probationary period of 9 months which the South Infirmary–Victoria University Hospital may, in exceptional circumstances, extend by a maximum of 6 weeks. The specific reasons for the extension shall be made known in writing to the person appointed. Performance and conduct of the person appointed will be monitored on an on-going basis within the probationary period, with written reviews every 3 months, to determine suitability for continued employment. Termination of the appointment within or at the end of the probationary period will be at the sole discretion of the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital. At the end of a satisfactory probationary period, the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital shall certify that the service has been satisfactory and confirm the appointment on a permanent basis. All new employees must complete satisfactory probation/performance monitoring period maximum 9 months prior to being eligible for any benefits under the hospital’s sick pay scheme. Notice When resigning, the post holder is required to give one month’s notice in writing prior to resigning the post, or in default, to forfeit one month’s amount of salary, to be deducted as liquidated damages from any remuneration due at the time of such resignation. Healthcare Insurance VHI / LAYA Healthcare Insurance details are available on the Intranet Human Resources page / HR General. Salary deduction for healthcare insurance can be facilitated for long term temporary (12 months or longer) or permanent employees only. Confidentiality In the course of his/her employment, the person appointed may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patients 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 staff, patients or other health service 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 / destroyed in accordance with policy, when no longer required. Safety, Health and Welfare at Work The South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital is committed to ensuring the safety, health and welfare of all employees. In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005, a Safety Statement is provided by the Hospital and all staff must comply with Hospital safety regulations. The post holder has personal responsibility for Health & Safety in the workplace. Hospital Policies & Procedures (PPPGs) Details of the Hospital’s policies and procedures, including the Grievance and Disciplinary Procedure will be issued to the post holder upon commencement of employment. All hospital policies and procedures are available on the intranet (hard copy can be accessed via the hospital library) and employees are obliged to read and familiarise themselves and adhere to same at all times. All new employees must complete satisfactory probation/performance monitoring period maximum 9 months prior to being eligible for any benefits under the hospital’s sick pay scheme.
