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Associate Lecturer in Horticulture Permanent Post, Holywood Campus, 0.5 FTE, 18 hours per week ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: 49 days annual leave + 12 public holidays Defined benefit CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 29.1%. Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme. Annual free health checks onsite. Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms. Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives. Cycle to Work scheme. Teachers Credit Union. Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite. Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy. We currently have a vacancy for an Associate Lecturer in Horticulture JOB PURPOSE To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules; 2. Hold a University Degree* in the specialist area in which the applicant is to teach; Horticulture OR Hold a qualification in the specialist area in which the applicant is to teach; Horticulture which is at least Level 5 on the National Qualification Framework (NQF – revised September 2004) or on the Qualification Credit Framework (QCF) Plus Have 3 years relevant industrial, professional or business experience. 3. Be able to work on your own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member 4. Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning and organisational skills 5. Have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral DESIRABLE CRITERIA 1. Have 2 years teaching experience in Horticulture/Garden Design 2. Hold a recognised Assessor Award (A1 / D32 / D33) 3. Hold or be prepared to attain within the first year, the V1 Award (Internal verifier award) * Please be advised that Essential Criteria 4 & 5 will be assessed at interview only. The above are minimum criteria. These may be enhanced at the discretion of the selection panel. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist – Cambridge – (Job Ref: 26/PBCM) 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 Phlebotomist within our clinic in the John Lewis store in Cambridge. Location : John Lewis, The Grand Arcade, 10 Downing St, Cambridge CB2 3DS. Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, including some evenings and 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 Disclosure and Barring Service check. Right to Work Requirement Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire. What does the Phlebotomist role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This main duties of the role include: • Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS). • Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent. • Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation. • Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments. • Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic. • Proactively drive sales and exceed targets. • Help with reception, front of house and other administrative duties. • Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately. • Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks. Essential criteria: • Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training. • Confident using IT programmes. • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Flexibility to work from offsite locations at least once per month. • Excellent communication skills. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Experience in customer service. • 6 months experience in Phlebotomy. • Sales / Retail experience. • Valid UK driving licence.
Dispensary Assistant
Main Duties and Responsibilities • Greet customers in a friendly, professional manner and assist with general inquiries. • Help customers locate products and provide basic, approved information as permitted. • Prepare, label, and organise products according to company and regulatory guidelines. • Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems and handle transactions accurately. • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the dispensary and storage areas. • Assist with inventory control, including stocking, counting, and reporting shortages. • Follow all health, safety, and legal compliance requirements. • Undertake any training required for the role as deemed necessary. • Support senior staff (e.g., pharmacists, dispensary technicians, supervisors) as needed. • Protect customer confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly. Education GCSE Maths and English – Grades A-C Experience Experience in a retail outlet environment. Applicants should be able to demonstrate numeracy and accuracy skills required for a retail environment. Behavioral Competencies Applicants must be able to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy as required for a role in a dispensary environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, is open and approachable and encourages others to communicate openly. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and work calmly and efficiently under pressure. Experience working well within a team and is committed to achieving team goals and targets. Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally. Flexibility with days and hours to meet the needs of the business.
Learning Support Assistant
SALARY: £25,583 - £25,989 PER ANNUM (PRO RATA) LOCATION: POST 1: BANBRIDGE POST 2: ARMAGH (There may be a requirement to travel to other campuses) REPORTS TO: LEARNING SUPPORT CO-ORDINATOR JOB PURPOSE The Learning Support Assistant will have responsibility for providing additional learning support to students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. They will be required to undertake a range of tasks associated with supporting learners on a range of full time and part time courses, this may include working one-on-one in a small group within a classroom supporting students with their education and social development. A Learning Support Assistant provides support to students who have a learning difficulty and/or disability such as specific literacy difficulties, Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome, mental health difficulties or mobility difficulties. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES The successful candidate will be responsible for any or all of the following duties: • Provide additional learning support as detailed in the Individual Support Plan as directed by Line Manager. • Learning support assistance in a variety of settings such as classrooms, exams settings, kitchens, sciences labs and workshops. • Provide support for extracurricular activities including meetings, tutorials, educational trips, career events, formals etc. and any other organised events as agreed. • Reading / prompting or taking notes as recommended in the student’s individual support plan. • Use and promotion of specialist equipment or assistive technology. • Assist students to find appropriate research material for their assignments/ projects. • Assist students to locate and collect books / Laptops from the Learning Resource Centre. • Provide one to one support for student/s where appropriate at break and lunchtimes, this may include supporting students or order and pay for food. Some students may need assistance during their meal time. • Provide support to students during class assessments or exams as directed by their Line Manager • Liaise with Line Manager and relevant curriculum staff where necessary ensuring all communication remains confidential. • Promote and assist students with the use of assistive Technology, this may also include demonstrating assistive technology to students (following training). • Promote and assist students to access counselling services and other health and wellbeing supports where appropriate • Liaise with relevant Safeguarding staff to refer a cause for concern as per relevant policies and procedures. • Support students during fire evacuation if required Administrative and Record Keeping Duties The successful candidate will: • Liaise and co-operate with Line Manager to provide support for students with special educational needs or disabilities as outlined in the student’s Individual Support Plan • Complete monthly pay claims by required deadlines. • Complete monthly paperwork required by the Line Manager e.g. learning support records • Complete any additional reporting or recording as requested by Line Manager or relevant curriculum staff e.g. Normal Way of Working Form for access arrangements • Regularly update the Learning Support Manger / Co-ordinator regarding relevant issues by completion of Learning Support Records • Attend meetings as requested by Line Manager • Assist in risk assessments as required. • Participate in training and development including mandatory online training. • Be familiar with relevant policies and procedures including Learning Support Policy, Examination Support Policy, Safeguarding Policy. • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and post as may be assigned. GENERAL • Participate in the enrolment cover rota as appropriate. • May be required to undertake work outside normal working hours on occasions. • Provide reports, written and oral, as required. • Ensure that all documentation and authorisation procedures are adhered to. CONDITIONS • Promote the College positively at all times. • Abide by all College procedures and ensure these are implemented in area of responsibility. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College health and safety requirements. • Abide by Learning Support Code of Conduct as outlined during Section Induction. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College equality requirements. • Any other duties appropriate to the grade and post, as assigned. The location of the post will reflect the needs of the College and may be changed subject to the requirements of the College. Duties may change as the College develops, therefore the person appointed will be expected to be flexible in relation to duties performed as required. It is anticipated that the post-holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach to the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this Job Description. This is a description of the job as it is at present constituted. It is the practice of the College to periodically examine employees’ job descriptions and to update them to ensure that they relate to the job as then being performed or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. This procedure is normally carried out through discussions between the post holder and the line manager. It is the College’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable changes following consultation with the post holder.
Employee Relations Advisor
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for an Employee Relations Advisor based at our head office on the Ormeau Road in Belfast. Working Pattern:
Sales Consultant
GET TO KNOW US Forever New is a fast-growing international fashion clothing and accessories brand. With more than 300 stores and a vast online presence across the globe, we have developed a strong community of fashion-lovers, designers, innovators, experts and creatives who have taken us from Australia to the world. KNOW THE ROLE We are seeking a fashion focused Sales Assistant to join our concession in Arnotts. Reporting to the Concession Manager and Regional Manager, you will provide excellent customer service and be passionate about driving sales whilst maintaining a vibrant store environment. KNOW WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR KNOW HOW WE WORK Experience is our business : Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time. We Are More Than Shops: We create enjoyable places, to excite, where people socialise, discover, learn and are inspired, and where local communities are enriched. We are Curators: Our unique range of product and services are key to the sense of excitement that Brown Thomas Arnotts is renowned for, whether for a special day or every day, things that make our customer’s lives better. We Care for Our People: We believe a great customer experience starts with a great people experience. That is why we promote a culture where talent is nurtured and where creativity and learning are valued. We Succeed by Working Sustainably: We are community-focused and our aim is to cultivate retail environments that are conscious, considerate and commercial. Back Share Apply Now
IS Manager
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following post: IS (ICT) Manager Grade VII Permanent, Whole Time & Pensionable We encourage you to find out more about the role and the team. Further information and Informal enquiries to: Eoin NoonanEmail: eoin.noonan@stjohnshospital.ie Applications forms can be accessed on https://www.stjohnshospital.ie/jobs/ Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: 11th September 2026 at 12 Noon It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Applicants may be shortlisted based on information supplied in their application . St. John’s Hospital is an equal opportunities employer
Senior Community Facilitator
Position: Day Service Senior Community Facilitator 1. Tenure of Employment Permanent full-time / Permanent Part-time and Permanent evening roles. 2. Probationary Period A probationary period of 9 months will apply to these posts 3. Qualifications and Experience Each candidate for the appointment must • Possess a relevant and appropriate 3rd level qualification Level 7 or higher on the Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework in community development, health or education • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience of working with people with an intellectual disability/autism and complex needs. • Have experience of programme development, implementation and review, specifically for people with an intellectual disability/autism and complex needs • Have practical experience of how to make social inclusion and community integration a reality for people with intellectual disabilities/autism. • Have knowledge of New Directions themes, utilised as the framework of support within day services. • Have practical experience of using various methods of person centred planning. • Have experience of working within a multi-disciplinary context • Be computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge and proficiency of using information systems • Be available to work afternoons/evenings and some weekends as required Possession of a full clean driving licence which qualifies you to drive on Irish roads is essential as it is a requirement of the role to drive service vehicles. 4. Remuneration: €41,431 - €55,805 per annum including 2 LSI’s (1/6/26 Consolidated Scales) and pro-rata for part-time roles * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due now will only be paid from date of submission of documents. 5. Hours of work: 39 hours per week worked for full-time roles. 19.5 hours per week for part-time roles 6. Pension Scheme The Corlann Service Contributory Superannuation Scheme which is linked with the Nominated Health Agencies Superannuation Scheme or Single Public Service Pension Scheme (whichever is applicable) will apply to this appointment and the person appointed will enter the said Scheme as and from the date of taking up employment. 7. 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 recruited between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants recruited since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. 8. Health Each candidate for and any person holding the appointment must be free from any defect or disease which would render him/her unsuitable to hold the appointment, and must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. To satisfy this qualification, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination by a medical practitioner nominated by the employing authority 9. Duties The general duties of the appointment are as described in the attached Job Description. 10. Note re Canvassing Any attempt by candidates themselves or by any person(s) acting at their instigation directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour any member of the staff of Corlann South Service or person nominated to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidates for the position they are seeking. 11. Garda E-Vetting Clearance / Police Clearance Garda E-Vetting Clearance is a requirement for employment in the Corlann South Service. Police Clearance is also required for candidates who have lived abroad for over six months. 12. Annual Leave 23 days per annum and pro-rata for part-time roles. The annual leave is planned by prior arrangement with her/his Line Manager. 13. Notice At least one month’s notice, in writing, is required of intention to resign from the post during probationary period. Salary Scale: €41,431 - €55,805 per annum including 2 LSI’s (1/6/26 Consolidated Scales) and pro-rata for part-time roles Day Service Summary: Corlann South Services provide a wide range of day services day which are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual we support from community access programmes to intensive support services for people with intellectual disability and autism. In line with new directions the aim of the service is to provide every individual with opportunities to make meaningful choices and engage in new experiences, supporting personal growth and community inclusion. Each day service is made up of a dedicated staff team and these staff teams are supported through a line management structure, supervision, in house training relevant to the support needs of the person supported and ongoing support from multidisciplinary teams. The candidate will be assigned to a day service location based on their experience, qualification and the service need. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES The person appointed will be required to have an understanding and respect for working according to the Mission (see attached) and Ethos of the Corlann Services. This requires a personal commitment to the vision, expressed both in words and in style of working. The Role: The senior community facilitator plays a leadership role within the day service supporting the delivery of high quality person centred care to adults with intellectual disabilities. The senior community facilitator must act as a role model to person support, staff, students etc. The senior community facilitator role will contribute to service planning, ensure adherence to best practice, organisation policies and regulations, and promote inclusion, rights and wellbeing of person supported. The Senior Community facilitator supports both direct service delivery and operational duties in collaboration with the day services manager. Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches to their work. Have a risk positive attitude. Duties and responsibilities of any post in the Services are likely to change with the ongoing needs and developments of the Services. Employees will therefore be required to carry out such other duties appropriate to their employment as may be assigned to him/her from time to time. This position requires a high degree of professionalism and competence as well as the ability to understand and empower people with sometimes divergent points of view. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Person supported: • Promote and support the independence, dignity and personal choices of person supported in line with their person centred plan. • Support individuals to access community resources, education, social activities and life skills development opportunities when in the service. • Participate with people supported in the various elements of their programme including swimming, and other indoor and outdoor activities on an ongoing basis. • Provide support to the people supported with intimate care needs if required. • Support person supported through their means of communication and ensure you are up to date on all education and training to provide this support. • Be vigilant with regard to the protection, safety and welfare of the people supported at all times and report any concerns to the Line Manager • Be sensitive and responsive to the whole range of needs of the people we support including their age, physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual and medical well-being. • Fulfil all roles and responsibilities as a keyworker to the people supported assigned to you. • Participate in Individual Programme Planning, Person Centred Planning and any other such processes as requested. 2. Team Leadership & Supervision: • Act as a point of contact for staff, person supported and families on duty and support decision making in the absence of the manager. • Provide supervision, mentoring and support to team members. • Assist with the induction and training of new staff, students and volunteers. • Promote a positive and inclusive team culture that values respect, collaboration and accountability. • As a senior member of the team assist the manager in the day to day running of the day service including management of rosters, financial management, health and safety etc. • Work as a member of a team and participate in the development and implementation, review and evaluation of appropriate programmes suitable to the individual needs and abilities of people supported and which consistently strive to ensure community inclusion and participation as much as possible • Be fully informed and work within all of the policies and procedures that the Corlann South Services have, or may introduce • Perform your duties in a professional manner at all times in particular when dealing with person supported, staff, MDT and families and any other relevant stakeholders. • Co-operate fully and develop strong, professional and effective working relationships with key stakeholders, in particular residential staff, family and other personnel involved in each person's life. This is to ensure there is a consistent and holistic approach in supporting each individual person fulfil their priorities and life choices as much as is practicable on a day to day basis • Prepare proposals for the strategic development of the assigned area/programme and contribute to the development and review of operating systems and structures the will ensure the efficient running of that area, as required by the line manager. • Provide cover for the Day service Manager in their absence 3. Compliance and Quality Assurance: • Ensure daily practices align with organisational policies, safeguarding procedures, health and safety new directions, CQL & other regulatory bodies. • Monitor documentation (eg support plans, risk assessments, daily notes) for accuracy and quality. • Conduct audits and support the implementation of quality improvement initiatives and service reviews. • Ensure New Directions documentation including the EASI –Tool are completed, maintained and all staff are working to the actions. 4. Health & Safety: • Promote and maintain a safe environment for all person supported, staff and visitors. • Ensure you are familiar and implement fire drill procedures and all equipment is in working order within your area of work - i.e. fire detection, evacuation and firefighting. • Report accidents/irregularities or other matters of concern immediately to the Line Manager and record all relevant details accurately, in line with organisational procedures. • Develop and ensure that all staff are aware of and implement risk assessment and emergency plans. • Ensure that you are fully informed and work within the standards and requirements as laid out in relevant Safety, Health & Welfare at Work legislation. 5. Communication & Administration • Respect the confidential nature of all information conveyed either verbally or in writing during the course of work. All matters relating to the Services are confidential and adherence and respect to this is required at all times. • Keep abreast of current developments in services for people with intellectual disabilities with particular reference to day service provision, by attending lectures, courses and staff meetings as required. • Make referrals as required to MDT, health and safety etc. • Refer to and implement recommendations and support staff to ensure consistent implementation of MDT recommendations. • Ensure all documentation is completed and up to date and reviewed within timescales. • Keep accurate and objective records and make reports as required. • Use of and implementation of IT systems is an essential part of the role. Including an adaptability and wiliness to learn and implement new technological advances within the service • Perform such other duties appropriate to the appointment as may be assigned from time to time. Confidentiality In the course of the employment the appointee may have access to or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of people supported 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 people supported, staff, 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 when no longer required. The Services are under constant development, evaluation and review and changes to your Job Description may be required accordingly. Essential Qualifications, Knowledge & Awareness A relevant and appropriate third level qualification (Minimum QQI Level 7) in community development, health or education is essential An understanding of the Ethos of the Corlann Service is essential A full clean driving licence which qualifies you to drive on Irish roads is essential. A willingness to learn new ideas, develop new skills and attend appropriate training with a view to always striving to improve the quality of service being provided is essential Knowledge and awareness of various methods of person centred planning Experience A minimum of three years’ experience of working with people with an intellectual disability/ autism and complex needs is essential. Experience of programme development, implementation and review, specifically for people with an intellectual disability/autism, is essential. Practical experience of how to make social inclusion and community integration a reality for people with intellectual disabilities/autism is essential. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary context is essential Practical experience of using various methods of person centred planning is essential Demonstration of team leadership experience. Competencies/Skills Knowledge Demonstrate a working knowledge of New directions and the EASI Tool Demonstrate a working knowledge of developing community based programmes and activities Researching and establishing integrated community based programmes. Establishing meaningful links with adult education centres and supporting the Person supported to attend classes. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality is essential Effective communication, interpersonal and team working skills are essential Be computer literate and have a working knowledge of information /IT systems Attributes Personal commitment to the vision and ethos of the Corlann South Services, expressed both in words and in style of working The ability to relate to people at all levels and to work as part of a team A high level of confidence, interest and enthusiasm and a positive attitude to people with an intellectual disability/autism is essential High level of flexibility and adaptability to change and available to work afternoons/evenings and /or some weekends as requested
Community Access Facilitator
Tenure of Employment This is a permanent part time post working 70 hours per fortnight. Compulsory Retirement age is 70 years. Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate must: • Possess a Qualification in General Health and Social Care or Community and/or Youth Work, as outlined in the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) formerly FETAC on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) of not less than QQI Level 5 (SEE APPENDIX 1 FOR LIST OF QUALIFICATIONS) Or Possess a relevant Health Care qualification at not less than QQI level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Or An equivalent Health Care qualification from another jurisdiction. • Experience of working with people with intellectual disabilities. • Have excellent communication skills. • Have the ability to listen and respond to the needs of people who use the services. • Have the ability to be innovative and creative and work on one’s own initiative. • Be computer literate. • Possess a full clean driving licence. • Have knowledge/ awareness of supporting people with autism • Experience of working as a member of a team is essential. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Remuneration Salary Scale: (pro rata) Supervisor/Instructor Grade (6425): €36,291; €38,479; €39,291; €40,472; €41,499; €42,388; €43,667; €44,994; €46,371; €47,796; €49,273; €50,803; €52,406 Community Access Facilitator, South Tipperary Services – June 2026 Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due will be paid from date of submission of documents. All new entrants to the Public Service will start at the first point of this scale. The normal working fortnight will be 70 hours. Starting and finishing times will be notified to and agreed with, the appointee from time to time by the Services Manager. The appointee may, however, be required to work additional hours arising from the duties of the appointment with compensation for these hours by way of time off in lieu. The Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees’ to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Health The successful candidate must be free from any defect or disease, which would render him/her unsuitable to hold the appointment, and must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. To satisfy this qualification, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination by the Occupational Health Nurse/Physician. Duties The general duties of the appointment are as described in the attached Job Description. A short list of candidates to attend before the Selection Board will be prepared by the selection Board from an examination of statements of qualifications furnished by the candidates. The Line Manager will notify the successful candidate of the mandatory/compulsory courses/training which employees are obliged to attend. Mandatory training, for example, manual handling, health and safety courses etc., form part of the conditions of employment along with the Organisation’s statutory obligation. Note re Canvassing Any attempt by candidates themselves or by any person(s) acting at their instigation directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour any member of the staff of Corlann- South East or person nominated to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidates for the position they are seeking. Key Working Relationships: The Community Access Facilitator will work closely with people who receive a day service and with their nominated circles of support. The Community Access Facilitator works with Day Services wider team and management as well as members of the multi-disciplinary team. The Community Access Facilitator will also build and maintain working relationships with relevant community organisations, educational providers and local employers. Purpose of the Post: The Community Access Facilitator will take a lead role in supporting people within the framework of New Directions. The Community Access Facilitator will work autonomously under the general supervision of their manager. The Community Access Facilitator will: Empower people to live full and meaningful lives. To build their confidence and autonomy and explore/progress their career and life goals. Enable adults with a disability to gain and maintain valued social roles (student, employee, volunteer, neighbour, friend) and to be recognised as equal citizens. Work with adults with a disability, key staff, their nominated circles of support, and multidisciplinary team members through a person-centred approach towards the values of New Directions: person centred; community inclusion; active citizenship and quality services. Provide supports within the framework of New Directions, guided by Human Rights Based Approach principles of participation, accountability, non-discrimination, empowerment, legality and an outcomes-based individualised approach to services for adults with disabilities. Promote input and co-production of how their Day Services are planned and delivered so as to ensure that adults with disabilities shape policies and supports that affect them. Support participation in decision-making at both the individual and the service design/delivery level, addressing barriers to inclusion and advocating for structural change where required. Respect the dignity and autonomy of the person, ensuring rights under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and equality legislation are central to all actions. Work in both group and individual settings in the community with adults with disabilities and their nominated circle of support, promoting equality of opportunity to access a wide range of community-based services and mainstream opportunities (education, work, leisure, civic participation) on the same basis as the general population to meet their individual needs. Promote positive risk taking, supporting individuals to make their own decisions and learn from new experiences. Corlann Ethos The core values of our services have always been the dignity and humanity of each person. How these are expressed has evolved over time with our greater understanding of the rights of all people with a disability, with the changing hopes and expectations of the individuals and families with whom we work, and with the growing expertise of all associated with our services. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Community Access Facilitator will: • Work collaboratively with the person supported, their nominated circle of support to co-produce person-centred plans with ambition and possibility. • Support the person to access mainstream opportunities (education, work, civic life) on the same basis as others, and to challenge structural barriers where they arise. • Promote advocacy and self-direction, ensuring the person’s voice is central to all planning and decision-making by supporting adults with a disability to speak up for themselves and make their own choices, making sure their views guide all planning and decisions. • Include people with a disability directly in identifying and managing risk, respecting their right to make informed choices even when those choices involve some level of risk. • Support social and community inclusion, recognising the diverse identities of people with disabilities who are supported (e.g. gender, Traveller identity, ethnicity, sexuality). • Provide respectful and dignified personal support, which may include assistance with eating, showering, dressing and toileting, when required. • Support the person with developing their skills in the areas of o Creating and maintaining valued social roles o Communication o Activities of daily living o Social Integration and the use of community facilities • Support the person to establish a circle of support and wider community connections. • Support the person to focus on outcomes/goals aligned with their person-centred plans. • Support the person to identify their strengths and areas of interest to enable active citizenship and community participation. • Support the person to identify who is best placed to support them to access valued roles in community. • Ensure that all activities and supports are monitored, maintained/reduced at an appropriate pace to ensure adults with a disability can sustain their valued social roles. • Introduce new experiences at a pace that enables the person to achieve success, addressing obstacles and other issues that may compromise achievement of agreed goals. • Seek out opportunities for the person to participate in social, work or training roles of their choice which are in socially inclusive settings and typical for a person of a similar age. • Assist the person to develop a full range of social relationships and valued social roles including developing friendships and social networks. • Empower the person to be a valued citizen in their local community, make choices and have ordinary life experiences. • Seek out opportunities for the person to experience a range of activities as a means of discovering their areas of interest, strength and conditions that will enable inclusion and citizenship. • Promote advocacy and self-direction through listening to the person’s wishes, supporting the person to make decisions and advocating on their behalf where required. • Explore and encourage the use of natural community supports by building interpersonal relationships in community with others. • Provide onsite support and mentoring to people who are accessing work experience in the local community. • Assist the person to identify and develop opportunities to experience volunteering, work experience, supported employment and pathways to full employment. • Promote and provide practical road safety awareness and travel training as required. • Facilitate the person to access mainstream educational programmes. • Identify and support the development of skills for self-directed living, including the delivery of training modules. • Assist with administration of medication, carrying out therapeutic interventions as prescribed by multi-disciplinary team /medical professionals, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. • Support the person to develop and maintain money management skills and ensure that petty cash used and any personal monies of individuals supported are properly accounted for. Administration The Community Access Facilitator will: • Establish and maintain partnerships with organisations, including advocacy groups, to strengthen systemic change for inclusion. • Attend and participate in staff meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings, planning and review meetings as deemed appropriate. • Ensure the privacy and confidentiality of the person whilst acknowledging the needs for professional sharing of information within the relevant staff team. • Ensure records and documentation are maintained to a high standard and storage of files is in line with data protection policy at all times. • Develop and maintain good relationships with the nominated circle of support of the person supported, their support circle and uphold and support their role in the person’s life. • Work with other organisations to create networks and share resources. • Contribute to the development of quality assurance systems and procedures. • Identify and collect data to measure outcomes, prepare reports as requested. Record not only outcomes but also barriers experienced by people supported, ensuring these inform service improvement and policy advocacy • Report on rights-related indicators (access to services, discrimination experienced, progress on autonomy and inclusion • Cover for other staff as required. Education & Training The Community Access Facilitator will: • Attend and participate in all staff training as deemed relevant by organisational policy and service manager. • Undertake relevant training and be informed of current developments in services for people with disabilities e.g. Person-Centred Planning, Personal Outcome Measures, Human Rights and Citizenship, “New Directions- Review of day services and implementation Plan 2012-2016”, Supported Self Directed Living. • Participate in committees and agency forums as directed by service manager. Health & Safety / Risk Management The Community Access Facilitator will: • Stay informed of current Human Rights Based Approach developments, United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities implementation, and national/international disability rights frameworks • Engage in training on anti-discrimination, cultural competence, trauma-informed practice, and intersectionality • Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to the person’s supported care or wellbeing. • Adhere to all Corlann policies and procedures and to all relevant Health & Safety legislation. • Enable positive risk taking and ensure this is documented in line with the person’s rights under United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and service policies. • Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated Corlann protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Flexibility Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches to their work. Duties and responsibilities of any post in the Services are likely to change with the ongoing needs and developments of the Services. Employees will therefore be required to carry out such other duties appropriate to their employment as may be assigned to him/her from time to time. Essential • Possess a qualification in General Health and Social Care or Community and/or Youth Work, as recognised by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), formerly FETAC, at a minimum of QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (see Appendix 1 for list of qualifications) Or • Possess a relevant healthcare qualification at a minimum of QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Or • Hold an equivalent healthcare qualification from another jurisdiction Essential • Minimum of 6 months’ relevant experience • Experience in completing effective reports • Experience of working as part of a team in service provision • Experience of supporting adults with varying degrees of intellectual disability • Knowledge of needs of adults with intellectual disabilities • Understanding of Health & Safety • Knowledge of the Ethos of Corlann • Good understanding of socialisation and recreational needs of people who use the services. • Knowledge of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team • Knowledge of how to support people who use services to achieve personal outcomes • Knowledge of HIQA Regulations and responsibilities. • Knowledge of current trends in intellectual disabilities services e.g. Rights Based approach to Service Provision
Support Worker
Support Worker (Care Assistant), South Tipperary (Cashel, Clonmel) Corlann South East 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 in consideration for the following healthcare vacancies with Dun Aoibhinn Services (see attached job description on our website for further details): Please see attached job description for further details including job requirements, duties, etc. Closing Date for receipt of completed Applications Forms/CVs online is 9th September 2026. Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
