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Clinic Area Manager – Northern Ireland – (Job Ref: 25N/CLAM) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Clinic Area Manager to manage our clinics across Northern Ireland. Location : Can be based in either our clinic in Holywood or on the Lisburn Road in Belfast. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of our clinics in Northern Ireland Ireland, which currently includes 4 clinics: Belfast, Crumlin, Derry/Londonderry and Holywood. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 8.40am to 5.20pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility will be required, including some weekend work. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Access NI check. What does the Clinic Area Manager role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operations of several Randox Health clinics within Northern Ireland. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations to include International Standardisation Organisation and Care Quality Commission for clinics. • Manage clinical staff, across a number of clinics within Northern Ireland along with maintaining relations with GPs, specialists, doctors and couriers. • The development and appraisal of staff. • The organisation and monitoring of team development and training, ensuring that all staff training plans are up to date. • Develop and implement policies and procedures. • Manage clinic expenditure. • Co-ordinate with the quality team to carry out internal audits, report incidents, and implement corrective / preventive actions. • Ability to cover reception duties. • Ensure clinic and all staff provide a high level of customer service and care to all clients. • Ensure that staff maintain confidentiality and appropriate storage of confidential information. • Assist with recruitment as required. • Rota optimisation and management in order to meet client requirements and financial revenue. • Regular travel within our Northern Ireland clinic network. Essential criteria: • University Degree in a business, healthcare or science related discipline. • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Exeperience in customer service. • Flexibility to travel and work across multiple sites • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages. • Full UK driving licence. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Experience implementing a quality management system in a regulatory environment. • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Experience in managing a team. • Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training. • Previous sales / retail experience. • Experience within a senior management role
Operations Manager
Operations Manager – Ireland – (Job Ref: 25N/OPIR) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for an Operations Manager to manage our clinics in Ireland. Location : Can be based in either our clinic in Holywood or on the Lisburn Road in Belfast. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of clinics in Ireland, which currently includes 4 clinics in Northern Ireland: Belfast, Crumlin, Derry/Londonderry and Holywood and 4 within the Republic of Ireland: 3 in Dublin and 1 in Cork. Regular travel will be required. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week. Start and finish times will vary depending on business needs and may include some weekends. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Access NI check. What does the Operations Manager role involve? This role is responsible for the management of the Randox Health clinics and operations in Ireland. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Planning and opening of new clinics to meet the Randox Health operational standard. • Ensuring clinic facilities are fit for purpose and meet the Randox Health standard. • Recruitment and management of staff and resources to achieve required service. • Appraising, training and continued development of staff. • Ensuring compliance with contracts, relevant legislation and regulations. • Reporting contract performance trends and issues to service • Representing the organisation at external events and off-site testing. • Development and implementation of organisational strategies, policies and practices. • Coordinating with quality management to carry out internal audits, reporting of incidents and implementing corrective/preventative actions. • Ensure effective teamwork and communication with staff throughout the business. • Help build external clinical relationships and drive commercial business activities within the clinic. Essential criteria: • University Degree in a business, healthcare or science related discipline. • Experience in managing a team. • Experience working with internal and external partners. • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong customer service skills. • Full UK driving licence. • Flexibility to travel and work across multiple sites. • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Experience in project planning • Confidence and experience working internal and external events. • Previous sales / retail experience. • High level of IT literacy. • Experience within a senior management role
Clinic Area Manager
Clinic Area Manager – Ireland – (Job Ref: 25/CLIN) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Clinic Area Manager to manage our clinics across Ireland. Location : Can be based in one of our Dublin clinics. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of our clinics in Ireland which currently includes 4 clinics: 3 in Dublin, Sandyford, Henry Street and Liffey Valley and another clinic in Cork. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 8.40am to 5.20pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility will be required, including some weekend work. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Garda Vetting background check. What does the Clinic Area Manager role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operations of several Randox Health clinics within Ireland. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations to include International Standardisation Organisation and Care Quality Commission for clinics. • Manage clinical staff, across a number of clinics within Ireland along with maintaining relations with GPs, specialists, doctors and couriers. • The development and appraisal of staff. • The organisation and monitoring of team development and training, ensuring that all staff training plans are up to date. • Manage clinic expenditure. • Ensure sufficient overall management of the clinic with regards to supplies, equipment, fixtures, and fittings. • Ability to cover reception duties. • Ensure clinic and all staff provide a high level of customer service and care to all clients. • Ensure that staff maintain confidentiality and appropriate storage of confidential information. • Assist with recruitment as required. • Rota optimisation and management in order to meet client requirements and financial revenue. • Regular travel within our Ireland clinic network. Essential criteria: • University Degree in a business, healthcare or science related discipline. • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Exeperience in customer service. • Flexibility to travel and work across multiple sites • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages. • Currently have the right to work in Ireland without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Experience implementing a quality management system in a regulatory environment. • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Experience in managing a team. • Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training. • Confidence and experience working internal / external events. • Previous sales / retail experience. • Full Irish driving licence. • Experience within a senior management role
Staff Nurse Adult Services
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated 2x Staff Nurses to join our team in Cork Adult Services Contract Type: Permanent. Contract Hours: Part-time (18.75 hours per week) Salary Scale: € to €36,333 to €53,050 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increase in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 Organisations Annual Leave Entitlement : 33/34/36 days commensurate with experience pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: The post holder will work as part of the Adult Services team supporting Service Owners and their families/carers within the region, providing excellent professional, skilled and effective person centred, evidence-based nursing care in line with New Directions. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Be registered in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). And Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, (including a high standard of clinical and administrative capacity), for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Annual registration On appointment, practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). Be eligible to work in the state Experience of working in a person-centred health or social care setting Have such experience as will enable him/her to provide nursing duties as required. Possess a full clean Manual driving license. Desirable Criteria: Experience of working with adults or children with disabilities desirable. Experience of working within adult day services setting an advantage. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Monday 5th January 2026 at noon. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POSTS OF: PERMANENT & TEMPORARY, FULL TIME & PART TIME SUPPORT WORKERS DEERPARK SERVICES, BALLINASLOE, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 89900 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent temporary or locum Support Worker appointments within the Deerpark Services may be made over the next 6 months. Location: Deerpark services is a developing community-based day and residential service in Ballinasloe. We provide community-based day, respite and residential services to adults with varying support needs based on personal outcome measures. Our focus is to form a relationship / partnership with each individual and their family to support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. We wish to create opportunities for people supported by our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. The Role: The Support Worker will report to the Team Leader and will fulfil a key role in providing a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunities for new experiences. We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for individuals with experience working within the Health Care/Intellectual Disability sector. Candidates need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individual’s they support on a daily basis. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications: Applicants must have a good general education. A recognised qualification appropriate to the field of Intellectual Disability is an advantage. A QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable. A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Experience required: Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability and individuals with challenging behaviour is desirable. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. Working Hours: 78 hours per fortnight x 2 65 hours per fortnight x 1 All positions are based on a 7 day duty roster, involving working sleepovers, split shifts, day and night duty, public holidays and weekend work. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Disability Services) pay scale as per the consolidated salary scale dated 01st August 2025 - € 34,036 x 11 increments - € 46,652 (max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) € 47,454 per annum 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. Tenure: Permanent, fill time and pensionable x 1 Temporary, full time and pensionable x 1 Permanent, part time and pensionable x 1 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 Full job description attached. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/CV’s online is 5pm, Friday 9th January 2026. Interviews will take place on week of 19th January 2026. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Shop Manager
Salary Range: £25,831 to £27,715 per annum* Whilst the full salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint at the lower end of the range. This ensures that pay progression steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. Purpose of the Role: The post holder will be responsible for maximising net income earned from the Hospice shop and be accountable for the effective management of finances, staff, volunteers, stock, premises, and administration. They will deliver high standards of customer care and ensure that the image and reputation of the Northern Ireland Hospice is maintained. Duties and Responsibilities Income Generation • Maximise sales of donated goods and seasonal merchandise, consistently achieving sales budgets/targets. • Implement efficient systems to sort, date, price, and prepare donated goods. Establish and maintain regular sources of stock through effective networking. • Organise and promote special events and promotions to capitalise on local opportunities and enhance the shop's visibility. • Drive Gift Aid sales conversion rates through new donor acquisitions and fostering repeat donations. • Uphold superior standards of shop presentation through meticulous merchandising and exemplary housekeeping practices. • Ensure cash handling procedures are followed, deposits are timely, and the EPOS till system is operated correctly. Management • Establish and maintain relationships with customers, community representatives, and volunteers to ensure a consistent flow of stock. • Act as a key-holder and liaison with relevant authorities, maintaining the shop's physical and operational security. • Maintain high standards of cleanliness. Uphold safety standards and ensure compliance with fire and health regulations. • Organise special events and promotions to drive sales. • Ensure compliance with trading standards and health regulations. • Ensure adherence to opening/closing schedules. • Support neighbouring shops and Hospice activities as needed. Customer Service • Provide an excellent customer experience and maintain a good overall knowledge of stock. • Manage complaints efficiently and effectively. People & Development • Responsible for the daily management of the shop team, including performance reviews and absence management. • Recruit, induct, manage, train, and develop paid staff and volunteers in line with agreed procedures and standards, ensuring adequate cover during opening hours. • Identify training needs for the shop team. • Attend relevant training courses to support development in the role. • Promote awareness of relevant training courses and development opportunities within the team. Administration • Complete all administration to required standards and deadlines. • Manage controllable costs, expenditure, and petty cash. • Ensure minimum losses of both stock and cash through adherence to till and banking procedures. • Follow all Policies and Procedures, including Health & Safety requirements for premises and team. • Embrace changes and new IT/operational procedures across the charity. • Ensure sufficient shop cover through effective team resource management (rotas, holidays, lieu time). General Responsibilities • Provide courteous and respectful service in line with Hospice values. • Demonstrate commitment through regular attendance and task completion. • Familiarise yourself with and comply with Hospice policies and procedures. • Uphold Hospice values and code of conduct in all interactions. Valuing Diversity and Equality All staff should carry out their duties in accordance with principles of valuing diversity and equitable provision. Staff must promote a positive attitude to diversity and equality of opportunity, eliminate discrimination and disadvantage, and comply with the Hospice’s Equal Opportunities Policy. This job description is neither definitive nor exhaustive and may change to meet the needs of Northern Ireland Hospice. Job Specification Essential Criteria 2+ years’ retail experience in a supervisory/management capacity within the clothing or houseware market. Experience of sales floor merchandising and stock display. Experience in the training and development of others. 4 GCSEs including English Language and Maths at Grades A–C (or equivalent) and basic IT skills. Applicants without these qualifications will be assessed on their ability to demonstrate competence through experience and relevant information. The following will be measured at interview: 5. Ability to be innovative and creative within sales development. 6. Effective interpersonal and organisational skills. 7. A team player, hands-on manager who is self-motivated and resilient, with a positive and proactive outlook, and the ability to motivate others. 8. A flexible approach to working hours. 9. A genuine interest in promoting the aims of Northern Ireland Hospice. Desirable Criteria • Experience working within the charity shop sector, including awareness of Gift Aid. • Knowledge of laws relating to charitable trading. • Experience dealing with environmental health and trading standards officers.
Games And Digital Asset Sector Manager
Games and Digital Asset Sector Manager Location: Belfast (Hybrid working – 3 days office / 2 days remote) Contract: Permanent Hours : Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: Deputy Principle (£47,304) Reference: NIS 25/33 Are you passionate about the future of games, immersive media, and digital content? Do you want to help shape and grow one of Northern Ireland’s most dynamic creative sectors? We’re looking for a high-calibre Games and Digital Asset Sector Manager to lead the development of our games and digital asset industries, including virtual production, VFX, 3D animation, and immersive content. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of a fast-moving, high-potential sector that is central to Northern Ireland’s creative economy. As part of our team, you’ll design and deliver targeted programmes, gather and apply sector insight, and build strong local and international partnerships. You’ll play a key role in representing the sector’s interests, driving innovation, and ensuring our initiatives deliver measurable creative, economic, and skills outcomes. This role is ideal for someone with: If you’re ready to make an impact in a growing industry and help shape the future of digital content in Northern Ireland, we’d love to hear from you. How to apply: To apply, please complete the online application form via GETGOT. If you are unable to access the online form, you can request a manual application form by emailing HR@northernirelandscreen.co.uk with the job title and reference number. Important Notice: Late applications will not be considered, even if delayed due to technical issues. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure all required information is submitted on time. Equal Opportunities: Northern Ireland Screen is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of background and particularly encourage applications from those with lived experience in the interactive and screen sectors.
Social Care Worker
We are hiring Social Care Workers in Shannon, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Social Care Worker Contracts Available (2): Permanent Full-Time 78/78 (78 hours fortnightly) PLEASE NOTE: Positions available are for Residential Services only Location: Shannon, Co. Clare The role of a Social Care Worker Social Care Workers fulfil a key supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker’s role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual's ability and promoting independence and development of skills. They assist in all aspects of the practical tasks associated with the daily life of the person supported either in their home or within a day service setting. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with the development of their individual person centred plan and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and help individuals make their own, informed choices. Qualifications: Hold a recognised qualification and have eligibility to register as a Social Care Worker according to CORU registration requirements. View Social Care Workers approved qualifications on: https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€40,351 - €56,650 Pro-Rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Closing Date for Applications: 4th of January 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer INDC INDCP
Support Worker
Support Worker (Multiple Vacancies) Location: Duffcarrig Services, Co. Wexford Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Please apply to be considered for the following vacancies: • Support Worker – Permanent Full Time (78 hours per fortnight) • Support Worker - Permanent Part Time Relief (36 hours per fortnight) X2 • Support Worker - Permanent Part Time Relief (36 hours per fortnight) Waking Nights • Support Worker - Permanent Part Time Relief (30 hours per fortnight) The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. · Competitive Rates of Pay (€34,036 - €47,454 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Program Click here to view our full range of benefits The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Digital Learning Services Officer
The Digital Learning Services Officer will lead on the design, delivery and evaluation of offerings that showcase innovative technology-enhanced spaces and services within the library such as the Digital Scholarship Studio, Digital Maker Space, Library Recording Studio, the podcast and sound recording facilities and all technology-enhanced spaces in development. They will drive the library’s efforts in adopting new technologies and spaces for innovative pedagogy and digitally-enabled research, integrating these into the teaching, learning and research activities of the University. Additionally, they will partner with colleagues within the library and beyond to make use of new technologies to visualise, consume and experience library collections and services. The Digital Learning Specialist will develop educational resources and outreach services for digital, information and new media literacies in collaboration with the Library’s Learning & Teaching team. They will also drive the Library’s vision for Open Education Resources across the University, leading the development of new services and outreach to support the digital transformation of teaching, learning and spearhead library initiatives to enhance digital education. Role Responsibilities and Activities Area of accountability Core Responsibilities & Typical Activities Service Excellence • Oversee the Library’s academic technology services, spaces and activities, including the operations of the Digital Scholarship Studio and Digital Maker Space, podcast and audio recording facilities, one-touch video recording studio, as well as future technology-enhanced creative studios and labs developed as part of the Library’s space master plan vision. • Lead exceptional programmes, events and workshops as part of core service offerings from the Academic Technology Team. • Drive the Library’s vision for Open Education Resources across the University, leading the development and implementation of services and initiatives to support OERs and digital education. • Evaluate and implement new instructional technologies to promote active learning and enhance learning environments. • Collaborate with library staff to promote the use of library collections using new technologies. • Contribute to the strategic planning and development of technology-rich spaces and services in UCC Library. • Develop, embed and maintain a culture of continuous evaluation and improvement of UCC Library’s academic technology services and technology-enhanced learning spaces. • Contribute to library initiatives in response to, and in support of, the University’s Digital Education Principles and wider Academic Plan. • Monitor trends, devise policies and operations related to digital education. Prepare improvement proposals, compile impact reports and other analytics demonstrating quality and impact. Academic Engagement • Create and evolve partnerships with a diverse range of colleagues, internally and externally, to position the library as an important partner in digital education within the University. • Lead on embedding the library’s academic technology spaces and services in the teaching, learning and research activities of the University. • Drive initiatives and programmes for wide-scale adoption of open education resources as part of the Library’s vision to support digital transformation within the University. • Adopt Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles in academic technology services and activities. • Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, in particular the Centre for the Integration of Research, Teaching & Learning (CIRTL), Centre for Digital Education, Skills Centre, academic partners, student representatives, central services and other appropriate stakeholders. • Proactively represent the University both internally and externally, developing strong networks and building alliances to meet Library objectives. • Maintain awareness of current developments and innovation in academic technologies and digital education and engage in professional development activities. Leadership & Management • Provide leadership and effective management of the Academic Technology Team. • Promote employee engagement and improve personal, team and operational effectiveness through development, recruitment and performance-related review of staff. • Model an inclusive, flexible, positive approach to leadership and management. • Work under broad direction with a high degree of autonomy to achieve work goals. • Exercise independent judgement and apply extensive professional know-how to make decisions, provide sound advice and make recommendations. • Ensure good governance in respect of health and safety, data protection, business continuity, risk management and any other relevant areas. Planning & Project Management • Provide expert advice, lead and/or actively contribute to projects that support the Library’s strategic objectives and align with the broader University strategic direction, including chairing work groups as required. Workplace Culture • Lead, encourage and promote a culture that embraces change, equity, collaboration, communication, continuous improvement, user-focus and accountability. Expected Behaviours The role is expected to display personal qualities and behaviours consistent with the values of the University as outlined in the Strategic Plan 2023–2028: • Compassion • Agility • Integrity • Respect • Discovery • Equity • Accountability • Sustainability Health & Safety In addition to the statutory safety duties of all employees (as prescribed in safety legislation and the relevant local safety statement) each staff member is responsible for: • Discharging any safety functions delegated to them by their Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit, in relation to the areas/activities under their control. • Co-operating and assisting the University and the Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit in the discharge of their statutory safety responsibilities. • Ensuring that all work under their control is undertaken safely, without risk to health and complies with all relevant statutory legislation. Note: As the University continues to expand and evolve, flexibility in the allocation of specific duties may be necessary. Duties may be added or withdrawn, but any changes will take place after consultation with the appointee. SELECTION CRITERIA Essential Criteria A third-level qualification (NQF Level 8 or above) and at least three years’ professional experience in the workplace. Awareness of new and emerging technologies, creative technologies, maker spaces and other educational technologies, and their role within a modern library service. Demonstrated ability to plan, lead and manage significant strategic projects. Experience delivering instruction or leading other public programmes and events. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders. Evidence of the skills required to effectively lead, manage and motivate staff and improve team performance. Ability to perform to a high standard in a busy and changing environment, including prioritising in line with changing needs. Exceptional written and oral communication and presentation skills with proven influencing and negotiation abilities. Desirable Criteria 9. A recognised qualification in Librarianship and Information Studies. 10. Experience designing and developing user-centred services in an academic setting. Candidates must assess themselves against these criteria before applying. Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the criteria will not be shortlisted. The University may make additional appointments following this competition. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary: Admin III Salary Scale €60,260–€71,946 (Scale B) / €57,375–€68,462 (Scale A). Placement will follow public sector pay policy. New entrants are generally appointed to the first point of the scale. Hours: 35 hours per week, normally 9:00–17:00 Monday to Friday with 1-hour lunch. Due to seniority, hours may vary as required. Annual Leave: 29 days per year (exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday). Four days must be reserved for Christmas closure. Sick Leave: Granted in line with University policy. Tenure: Permanent whole-time, subject to: • 12-month probation; • One month's notice by either party (except in cases of gross misconduct); • Appointee must give one month’s notice. Pension: Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (post-2013 entrants), unless eligible for the UCC Pension Scheme based on prior service. Other provisions include: • Pension abatement rules • Supplementary Life Assurance Scheme • Group Personal Accident Scheme • Income Continuance Plan (ICP) • Specified Illness Cover • PRSI Class A1 • Access to voluntary health insurance schemes • Campus facilities, training opportunities and work–life balance policies. Additional notes: • Non-EEA applicants require a valid Work Permit. • Certificates/testimonials submitted only when requested. • References required before appointment. • Interviews may be online or in person. • Birth certificate, proof of qualifications, medical exam, Garda vetting or international police clearance may be required. • Any inaccurate information invalidates the application. • Restrictions may apply for former public service employees based on prior schemes or pensions.
