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CANTEEN COOK Job Overview At Norbrook we are seeking a dedicated Canteen Cook to join our team, preparing high-quality meals for our employees while ensuring the kitchen and canteen operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all regulatory and internal standards. The role requires a strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and customer service, supporting a culture of excellence and well-being within our workplace. The role also requires flexibility to work across Norbrook sites in line with operational requirements, ensuring consistent service standards and compliance across the business. Main Activities/Tasks Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk
Defence Forces Motor Technician Fitters
Description We are now recruiting qualified Motor Technicians to join as Direct Entrant to the Irish Defence Forces. In this role, you'll carry out vehicle repairs and may be posted to the locations within the Army, Naval Service or Air Corps. About this Role: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
QC Sampling Technician
Job Overview Applications are invited for the position of QC Sampling Technician in the Quality Control Department. The successful candidate will be based within the warehouse areas within our Newry Facilities Main Activities/Tasks Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbook 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.
QC Microbiologist
Job Overview The Microbiologist will be involved in routine microbiological testing of raw material, in process and finished product samples and in assisting in the review of water systems on all Norbrook Laboratories Ltd sites in Newry. Main Activities/Tasks Benefits: Free Life Assurance Company Pension Scheme Healthcare cash plan 32 days annual leave Wedding Leave Company Sick Pay Employee well-being initiatives Employee Assistance Programme On-site free parking Canteen Facilities Employee Perks scheme Discounted Car Insurance Annual Employee raffle Employee Recognition scheme Career development opportunities 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.
Analytical Chemist
Job Overview The Analytical Chemist will work as part of the Quality team and will be required to perform chemical testing of raw materials, APIs and finished products using techniques that include, but are not limited to the following: Benefits: • Free Life Assurance • Company Pension Scheme • Healthcare cash plan • 32 days annual leave • Wedding Leave • Company Sick Pay • Employee well-being initiatives • Employee Assistance Programme • On-site free parking • Canteen Facilities • Employee Perks scheme • Discounted Car Insurance • Annual Employee raffle • Employee Recognition scheme • Career development opportunities 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
Youth Case Worker
YOUTH HOUSING CASE WORKER Could you assist young people to build the skills and confidence to maintain their own homes? MACS provides 24/7 supported housing for young people aged between 16 and 21, who are leaving care, or who may be homeless. Young people can live with us for up to 2 years before moving into the community. Youth Housing Case Workers provide individualised support planning for our young people, based on ongoing assessment, review and keeping safe were appropriate. Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click APPLY to submit your CV. Posts Available: 2 x Full Time, Permanent Posts (Belfast) 1 x Full Time, Permanent (Downpatrick) Salary : £25,545 per annum (£14.03 per hour) Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and Hybrid working options available and Health Benefits. Closing Date : Friday 13 February 2026 at 9.30am See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS with more information, or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check. MACS is dedicated to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
Senior Housing Welfare Officer
QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Each candidate must 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 requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before they are appointed, to undergo, at their expense, a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of applications: i. (a) Hold a third level qualification recognised on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Studies or Social Care or Social Science or a related discipline; AND (b) Have a minimum of 2 years’ post qualification experience working in the area of homeless and/or housing service provision AND ii. Shall have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. iii. Hold a full unendorsed Category B driving licence that permits permanent driving in Ireland. iv. Hold a valid work permit if required* *All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. The ideal candidate will: • Have relevant administrative and work experience at a sufficiently high level; • Have a career record that demonstrates an ability to work in a team to ensure delivery of a complex work programme; • Ensure strong governance and ethical standards are set and maintained; • Have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage staff under their control to achieve maximum performance by supporting the current Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) where applicable; • Have proven management analysis, report writing and presentation skills; • Have effective financial and resource management skills; • Have knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems; • Be capable of representing the Council in a professional and credible manner with all stakeholders; • Have an ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the delivery of key operational objectives. JOB SPECIFICATION 1. TENURE The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. 2. SALARY: €55,761 – €58,387 – €61,036 – €63,707 – €66,364 – €69,025 – €71,689 (1st LSI) €73,081 (2nd LSI) (1st February 2026 Rate) In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTIONS Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required, in respect of the Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. RETIREMENT New Entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, e.g. where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER), as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09, that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. 4. DUTIES The duties of this position will focus on the facilitation, implementation and promotion of the policies and objectives of the Council’s Housing Department. This will involve liaising with all Sections within the Department on issues relating to the welfare of tenants and the management of their tenancies. The duties include (but are not limited to): • Assist in the development and implementation of housing policy documents as required; • Preparing and disseminating relevant literature and information; • Represent the Housing Department and DLR County Council at meetings and on relevant interagency forums; • Provision of advice and assistance to individuals with difficulties such as financial, family, domestic violence, addiction and personal problems; • Liaise with other agencies, voluntary and statutory as appropriate; • Supervise and manage staff/teams effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance and ethical standards are adhered to and maintained; • Where necessary, offer an ongoing casework service to individuals or families, including attending case conferences; • Designated responsibility for Child Protection/Safeguarding Council in accordance with the Children First National Guidelines 2011; • Designated Sex Offenders Liaison Officer (SOLO); • Manage referrals from other sections in relation to tenants; • Advise and report in relation to transfer of tenants; • Engage with housing applicants and tenants where required; • Support various sections of the Council to co-ordinate the delivery of services such as Maintenance, Tenancy Management, Medical, Rents and Community Development; • Co-ordinate the Tenancy Sustainment Service; • Keep necessary records and compile relevant statistics; • Submit reports to the appropriate officer on general matters as necessary, including reports on applications relating to tenancies, home and family assistance, and grants (including grants for disabled persons); • Undergo training as required; • Attend Court proceedings as a witness on behalf of DLR Local Authority; • Carry out other duties or responsibilities, including general welfare activities, as assigned by the Council from time to time. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved. The post holder may be required to perform other duties appropriate to the post and contribute to the development of the post while in office. 5. HOURS OF WORK The duties of the office will involve activities outside normal working hours of 35 hours per week, including evening and weekend attendance where necessary. Additional remuneration will not be payable for evening or weekend work. Time in lieu will be given for out-of-hours work on a time-for-time basis. 6. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Senior Welfare Officer is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. 7. PROBATION When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority in Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office, the following provisions shall apply: a) There shall be a period after such appointment during which such person shall hold office on probation; b) Such period shall be one year; c) Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the probation period unless the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. 8. LOCATION & RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. 9. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA); or b. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA, UK or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or e. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or a family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa; or f. A non-EEA citizen who is the parent of a dependent Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4).
Sports Marketing and Information Officer
QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • Hold a third level qualification in marketing, communications, digital media, journalism or similar. • Have at least two years relevant experience in communications and marketing • Hold a full, unendorsed Category B driving licence that permits permanent driving in Ireland and a willingness and ability to travel is required. • Experience in creating, editing and publishing digital content especially video. • Experience in Web and Social Media Analytics. • Experience in Digital Marketing. • Experience of using MS Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop or similar software. • A good understanding of project-based programme delivery with measurable outcomes; • Hold a valid work permit if required* *All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Non Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. JOB SPECIFICATION 1. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. 2. SALARY: €36,113 - €38,240 - €41,259 - €43,241 - €44,975 - €46,653 - €48,917 - €50,557 - €52,239 (max pt) - €53,829 (1st LSI), €55,460 (2nd LSI). (1st February 2026 Rate) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTIONS: Persons who become pensionable officers / employees of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers / employees of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers / employees of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. RETIREMENT: New Entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, e.g. where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. 4. HOURS OF WORK All new entrants to the Local Authority sector and any individuals on new appointments or promotion will work 35 hours per week. 5. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Sports Marketing & Information Officer is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. 6. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the public service Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office the following provisions shall apply, that is to say: a) There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation; b) Such period shall be one year; c) Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation unless, during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person in such office is satisfactory. 7. DUTIES: The duties of the office are to give the local authority and a) such other local authorities or bodies, for which the Chief Executive for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the direction and supervision of the appropriate professional officer, such professional/technical or ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body herein before mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties including the duty of assisting the County Architect, or other appropriate professional officer, in the supervision of the architectural or ancillary services of any of the foregoing local authorities or bodies and, when required to do so, to perform the duty of acting for the appropriate professional officer of higher rank during the absence of such officer of higher rank. The Sports Marketing & Information Officer will be responsible for increasing awareness and engagement with audiences and stakeholders, to raise the profile of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership and sport in the County. The duties will include but will not be limited to: • Develop & implement a sports communication and awareness raising plan for the LSP. • Work with the sports team to deliver multi-channel campaigns to improve engagement across all channels, including but not limited to, social media, email and website. • Promote sporting initiatives, events and opportunities across the County through various communication channels. • Develop & disseminate information / awareness materials that increase the visibility of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership among the public and stakeholders. • Draft engaging and informative copy for the website and social media channels, liaising with colleagues to ensure coherence and prioritisation of messaging. • Identify target audiences & effectively engage them. • Manage the information and content on the DLR Sports Partnership website and social media channels ensuring content is accurate, up-to-date and adheres to the tone of voice and brand guidelines. • Monitoring & assessment of media coverage including media databases & conducting associated research to assess reach / impact. • Preparation of media statements and briefings, and organise publicity, supporting the strategic goals of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership. • Liaise with the Communications Office in DLRCC and all key stakeholders to maximise communications. • Coordinate the communications and awareness raising activities for sport & physical activity campaigns. • Promotion of the key messages of the benefits of sport & physical activity through local campaigns. • An ability and willingness to attend relevant meetings, events and networking opportunities, some of which may be outside of normal business hours. • Regularly review all content and digital platforms’ performance and recommend areas for improvement and growth. • Adhere to all policies, procedures, standards and duties with regard to this position and DLRCC. 8. LOCATION & RESIDENCE: Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign Employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future subject to reasonable notice. 9. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f. A non-EEA citizen who is the parent of a dependent Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4).
Team Leader
The Service Croft Communities Residential & Respite Services provide residential support to adults with learning disabilities. Mayne House is a residential service in Bangor, Co Down. Mayne House is registered with RQIA to provide residential care to 9 service users with learning disability. The service provides 24 hour tailored care. Croft Lodge is a seven-bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. Purpose of the Job As part of the Living Options Services, the Team Leader will be a part of the management team and will support the Registered Manager to meet the Residential Care Homes Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005 and DHSSPS Residential Care Homes Minimum Standards, August 2011. They will: · Support the Registered Manager to develop and implement personalised care/support plans and individual risk assessments to meet individual needs. · Support the Registered Manager to ensure the delivery of quality care and support. · Support with the management budgets and resources. · The Team Leader will mentor and supervise the Support Team. Team Leaders must be available to work flexibly and be available to work unsociable hours and public holidays on a rotational basis. Salary/ Hourly Rate Hours of Work £14.18 per hour 30 hrs per week 3 week set rolling rota (working 1 weekend in 3) Flexibility is required to ensure the needs of the service are met. Team Leaders must be available to work unsociable hours and on public holidays on a rotational basis. Working patterns can be discussed further at interview stage. Closing Date Length of Contract 2nd February 2026 at 10am Permanent Our Benefits · Annual Leave 6.4 weeks days pro rata in each leave year (inclusive of statutory days). This increases to 7.4 weeks after 5 years’ service and 7.8 weeks after 10 years’ service. · Annual incremental pay increases on agreed salary scale. · Auto-enrolment pension scheme, 5% employee contribution and 4% employer contribution. · Occupational Sick Pay that increases with service, up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay after 5 years’. · Free car parking as well as tea and coffee. · Paid annual NISCC registration fees (Cost reimbursed by Cedar). · Investor in People Platinum accredited organisation with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities. · Employee Assistance Programme including access to 24/7 Doctors support. · Westfield Healthcare cashback scheme. · Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers. · Cycle to work scheme Our Vision, Mission and Values Our Vision is an inclusive society for all. Our Mission is to support individuals and families living with disability, autism and brain injury to live the lives they choose. Our Values are C ollaboration, E quality, D ignity, A chievement, R esilience. Key Duties and Responsibilities The Job · Delegating care tasks as per service user requirements and ensuring that these are carried out to the acceptable standards. · Ensure staff provide support that follows service user’s care plans. · Managing staff team to ensure the health safety and wellbeing of service users, staff and others · Fulfilling the role of the person in charge of a shift in the absence of Registered Manager. · Ensure that all service users are supported as individuals. · To be competent in all areas of practice and ensure that knowledge is current, and evidence based. · Provide support, direction and supervision to the support workers and act as a role model at all times. · Take the lead on ensuring all support workers are competent and report any concerns to the line manager. · Ensure that service user person centred plans are maintained in line with Croft Communities Record Keeping principles and guide Support Workers on how to maintain a high standard of such. · Act as an advocate for service users’ putting their best interests first and foremost whilst ensuring the health and safety of all who receive and deliver services. · Demonstrate a caring attitude always for both service users and colleagues. Internal Processes · Lead the shift and support staff to follow service users care plans. · Ensure a well led service and promote positive team working at all times. · Address any service, staff related or service user issues in a timely manner in adherence with Croft Communities policy and procedures. · Effectively report on any deficits within rotas that could impact negatively on the operational running of the service. · Ensure documentation is recorded accurately and appropriately in compliance with Croft Communities requirements and that records made, and personal information used are in compliance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR Requirements. · Develop the staff team in contributing to the writing, implementing and reviewing of care plans which reflect the interests and wishes of the individual service user. · Ensure budgetary compliance in relation to use of resources for example, the delivery of commissioned hours, use of agency staff, management of petty cash and service resources. Service Users · Support service users through their process of transition and take on key working responsibilities. · Get to know service users, their needs and interests. · Overall responsibility for the day to day running of the service. · Lead and support the staff team to assist and encourage service users to make decisions based upon informed choice, recognising their responsibilities and increase independence. · Assist service users with personal care and support tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and using the toilet whilst maximising their independence. · Lead / oversee the implementation and evaluation of Care Plans and assessment by the staff team and review in order to address identified need. · Work with colleagues and other health and social care professionals to provide individual care plans. · Observe, monitor and record service user’s physical and emotional well-being and promptly report any changes to the Registered Manager. · Be fully involved with statutory multidisciplinary teams and assist with assessment and review of service users’ needs. · Assist in the safe moving and handling, transferring and repositioning of service users if required. · Organise, chair and minute regular service user meetings. · Promote and support relationships which enable individuals to integrate into the life of the local community. · Work directly with service users in planning their holidays or short breaks and to accompany them as appropriate. · Lead and support staff team to organise and support social and recreational activities for service users within their own home and community based. · Assisting service users’ to establish, maintain and retain relationships with families, carers and significant others · To accompany service users to medical appointments as required. · To support service users with nutritional needs as per care plan i.e. following SALT recommendations. · To administer prescribed medication in accordance with Croft Communities Medication Procedure. · Record and report any Adverse Incidents/Accidents and potential or actual safeguarding concerns immediately to Registered Manager · Encourage service users’ opinions and suggestions to be listened to and their personal matters dealt with in a sensitive manner · Take responsibility for receiving and receipting all service user monies and monitoring petty cash expenditure. · To undertake driving duties as and when required which will enable the service users to attend their chosen work placements/day care and recreational activities. · To work in partnership with staff within Croft Communities and external agencies to ensure delivery of a holistic service. · To provide support to service users on a rota basis which will include on call support i.e. weekend cover/ night awake as required. Administrative Tasks · Ensure daily records of care provided are maintained within service user files and iPlanit, maintain all other records as required. · Ensure effective communication systems are maintained and utilise current electronic recording system (iPlanit). · Report any changes in, or concerns about, individual service users to the Registered Manager. · Have responsibility for the accuracy, security and confidentiality of service user records · Ensure unusual, complex or difficult situations are addressed and reported, referring to Registered Manager at all times · Ensure all RQIA and other regulatory standards are adhered to and support all staff members through the inspection process. · To follow Croft Communities Service User Finance Policy and Procedure at all times · Support individual service users’ to manage their finances as per their finance plan · Take responsibility for receiving and receipting all service user monies · Take responsibility for receiving and receipting any allocated petty cash expenditure · Understand and have an awareness of all Croft Communities Policies and Procedures and work within these. · To attend meetings as required e.g. staff meetings, service user reviews, etc. · To participate in all internal and external training opportunities as required. · To participate in individual/group coaching and development as per Croft Communities policy and procedure. Health and Safety · Be involved in the support of new or less experienced staff undertaking similar duties. Providing guidance in accordance with Croft Communities Policies and Procedures · Work in a way that meets the statutory requirements of employees under Health and Safety at Work. · Be aware of and act in accordance with Croft Communities Health and Safety Policy · Conduct all activities in a manner which is safe to themselves and others · Report the repairs or maintenance concerns or issues in the accommodation to the appropriate individual · Participate in cleaning tasks to ensure standards are maintained. · Complete security checks in conjunction with service users and during the span of their working hours General · To undertake all mandatory training as required. · To take the lead role in the induction process of new staff · To provide leadership to the team acting as a positive role model at all times · To provide direct supervision to support workers and coach and mentor staff · Identify staff learning and development requirements based upon supervision and direct observation of individual staff member · Take part in personal development as agreed through line manager and personal development plans · Carry out other duties appropriate with the post · To adhere to the Northern Ireland Social Care Standards of Conduct and Practice as well as meeting minimum standards of the Regulation Quality and Improvement Authority. · To work within statutory and organisational Policies and Procedures. · To carry out all duties and responsibilities in a respectful manner. · Successful Registration with N. Ireland Social Care Council within 6 months of employment and with a commitment to retain and maintain registration throughout the duration of employment.
PCR Administrator
Job Overview Issuing of working documentation to Production Departments, Maintain a record of all documents issued and ensure only current copies are made available for each area through the maintenance of a secure and controlled filing system. Maintain Training Matrix and trainings files of personnel within Production Department. Main Activities/Tasks
