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Clinical Laboratory Analyst – Chiswick (Job Ref: 26/LBCH) Randox are a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology, and food security. Our expertise and product portfolio have assisted laboratories across the world in improving health and saving lives. Our global success is a result of our pioneering products, the commitment and skill of our workforce, which continues to grow. We are currently looking to hire Laboratory Analysts within our team based in Chiswick, London. The successful candidate will be conducting rapid onsite testing for multiple Point of Care clinical and / or molecular tests. Responsible for the processing of Blood and other samples from Randox Health or third-party clinics. Location : 149-153 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London W4 2EA. Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : alternating between 7am to 3.40pm and 1.20pm to 10pm, including weekends. Night shifts may be involved in the future. 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. 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 this role involve? This role is responsible for routine clinical testing in our laboratory. The main duties of the role include: • Routine use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs). • The performance of various analytical procedures including various manual screening and automated methods covering a wide variety of clinical diagnostic tests. • The preparation and handling of samples and diagnostic reagents. • The operation of various automated analytical systems such as Rx Daytona Plus, Rx Imola and Siemens Immulite XPi. • Strict adherence to chain of custody procedures throughout the analytical process. • The routine maintenance and calibration of analytical instrumentation. • The preparation of specimens for transportation to ensure that their stability is safeguarded during shipment to the appropriate analytical laboratory. • Perform troubleshooting on technical issues associated with Clinical Diagnostic Testing. • Ensuring that all the necessary Quality Control checks are completed daily and that they meet internal criteria. • Participation in Quality Audits. Essential: • Qualified to at least degree level in Biochemistry or a life science. • Demonstrable experience of working with strong attention to detail. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and organisational skills. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Minimum 1 year laboratory-based experience as Scientist or a Lab Analyst. • Practical experience using automated analysers. • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Flexibility to assist in overtime. • Working knowledge of quality systems • Working knowledge of Health and Safety, including CoSHH.
Relief Caretaker
Main Duties and Responsibilities The post holder will be expected to carry out the range of duties outlined below. Security • Security of the premises and its contents; ensure that all windows are closed; doors and gates, both internal and external are locked at the end of each day. • Open and close the premises and grounds, except in circumstances where the College Management or designated Line Manager authorises another person to do so. • Safe custody of the keys of the premises, assist with the allocation of keys to cleaning staff (where appropriate) and ensuring that keys used by cleaning staff are returned at the end of each working day. • Monitor and operate Security Camera System and report all incidents of suspicious activity to the Senior Caretaker. • Operate Fire Alarm, Intruder Alarm and Building Security Systems and report any faults. Respond to alarm activations within the designated guidelines. • Attend after hour’s break-in and vandalism at the premises and ensure that the premises are secure (including organising basic repairs to secure the premises) and also to assist Police, repair workers and others as appropriate. To report any breach of security or suspicious activity of persons immediately to the Senior Caretaker to ensure a safe working environment for building users. • Apply grit/rock salt in times of snow and frost to ensure pathways and entrances are free from snow and ice. Cleaning • Monitor standards of cleaning provision and report to the Caretaker/Estates Manager. • Monitor suitability and performance of materials and light equipment and advise the Caretaker/Estates Manager where these are inappropriate for the task. • Ensure that all hard surfaces, paths and ornamental grounds around the property are clean, tidy and free of litter and report any defects. • Ensure that all external surface drains, gullies and kitchen grease-traps within the building complex are free flowing and clean by removing any obstructions. • Ensure that bins within the building complex are emptied regularly as requested and washed and cleaned. • Provide an ongoing cleaning service to the entire premises dealing with spillages, flooding, regular toilet cleaning, litter or any cleaning problem associated with weather conditions. • Replenish toilet rolls, soaps, paper towels and any other requisites as required throughout the College day. • Clean external signs, light covers and notices in line with Health and Safety Regulations. • Clean non-electrical fittings on all portable heating and ventilation equipment. • Ensure that adequate supplies of cleaning materials and light equipment are kept and the equipment is kept in good condition, used and stored correctly. Ensure that all defects in cleaning equipment are reported to the Senior Caretaker. • Clean all fixed glass surfaces using appropriate equipment provided and in compliance with Health and Safety and College Policy. Porterage • Administer the despatch of goods and equipment from the College in line with agreed practice. • Receive and transport goods and materials that have been delivered to the College premises and their distribution to designated areas as requested. • Prepare rooms for activities (e.g., Examinations, Governing Body meetings, Open Events) and other purposes including setting out and removal of tables and chairs and other furniture/equipment including AV equipment as required. • Transport all refuse bins to and from their collection point. • Distribute incoming and internal mail and collect external mail for despatch. Mechanical and Electrical Services • Efficient operation of the boiler/heating system. • Ensure lighting and heating of the premises and the routine maintenance of plant. Replace lamps, tubes and plugs using appropriate equipment. • Ensure adequate fuel is available and assist with requisitioning. • Assist with the monitoring and documentation of the usage of fuel, water and electricity and be proactive to eliminate waste. • Assist with the inspection on firefighting equipment and other relevant services including the testing of Emergency Systems and report any defects. Handyperson Duties • Carry out handyperson duties within the competence of the post-holder. Administration • Report to the Senior Caretaker on the cleaning of premises noting any defects in the premises internally and externally. • Assist with the monitoring of outside contractors. • Complete all paperwork associated with the post. • Assist with the maintenance of consumables stocks e.g., oil/water records and inventory of equipment. • Ensure that defects in electrical equipment are reported to the Senior Caretaker and that a record of equipment is kept; all equipment is to be cleaned and stored safely. General Conditions • All duties must be carried out to comply with: o The Health & Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978 o Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements o COSHH Regulations o Codes of Practices o College Policies and Procedures o Conditions normally inherent to post • All duties will be carried out in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job. • To co-operate in using College Communication Systems including telephone, pagers, radio or other. • Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee, as required by the Director or his/her nominees. General Duties The post holder is expected: • To promote and raise the profile of the College and the services it provides to the local business and civic community. • To comply with and actively promote College policies and procedures on all aspects of Equality, Health & Safety and Quality. • At all times observe all internal College Policies and Procedures. • To act in standby support of general administration as required e.g., Cover, Evenings, Registrations, Receive callers. • Take responsibility for the receipt, safe handling and recording of monies as directed. • This job description is not prescriptive, and the post holder may be expected to undertake other duties appropriate to the grade as may be assigned by the Chief Executive or his nominated officer(s). This job description is intended to indicate the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post. It is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. It is anticipated that the post-holder will assume additional responsibilities as and when new projects and/or areas of focus for the College develop. The College reserves the right, in consultation with the post-holder, to amend the job description to meet the changing needs of the College. Person Specification Each aspect of the criteria indicated below should be addressed in full on your application form in the Shortlisting Boxes. You must demonstrate in the essential and desirable criterion boxes how you feel you satisfy each of the criteria. The onus is on you, as the applicant, to fully complete this section. If you do not, the selection panel may have insufficient information to shortlist you. Information you provide elsewhere in your application will only be referred to by the selection panel to clarify what you have provided in the criterion boxes. In demonstrating how you feel you meet the criteria, it is not sufficient to make simple statements such as “Yes” or “Yes I meet this criterion” or to refer the panel to another section of the application form. In the event of an excessive number of applications, the College reserves the right to enhance shortlisting criteria. Qualifications & Experience GCSE English Language and Maths (Grade A* – C) or equivalent qualifications, or the willingness to work towards the achievement of these qualifications 1 year’s relevant experience Effective time management Ability to work alone and in a team General Have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post. Terms and Conditions Salary: Band 3 points 5 - 6 (£25,583 - £25,989 pro rata), £13.62 - £13.84 per hour Contract Type: Permanent Hours of work: 16 hours per week, plus additional hours when required to cover sickness, absence and holidays. Hours subject to change depending on curriculum and timetabling requirements Location: Cookstown Campus Holiday Entitlement: 12 public holidays plus 23 days, rising to 29 days after 5 years’ continuous service Pension: In accordance with NJC terms and conditions, the postholder will automatically be enrolled in the NILGOSC pension scheme which offers a range of benefits commensurate with public sector pension schemes Other benefits: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Staff Wellbeing Programme, Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes; Benenden Healthcare, Occupational maternity, paternity and adoption leave, carers leave, flexible working, hybrid working, training and development
Van Sales Driver
Job summary We are looking for a Van Sales Driver(s) to join our fantastic Van Sales team. Our Van Sales Drivers play a critically important role in our business operations and will be key to supporting our continued success as we move through this exciting growth phase. As one of our Relief Van Sales Drivers you will be the face of Genesis with our prestigious clients and much valued customers. The role involves early starts, picking up product from either our Belfast or Magherafelt depot, but on the other side an early start means an early finish, and you will usually be home before lunchtime. You will be a trusted brand ambassador, and as such will enjoy significant autonomy to maximise sales of our products. Our runs operate in defined areas all over Northern Ireland, where you will build strong and rewarding commercial relationships with our clients. You will be responsible for merchandising, stock management and a focus on maximising sales. In addition to salary, you will have a range of benefits, including Health Shields. If this sounds up your street, and you want to get on board working with an award-winning bakery and a team that’s focused on being best-in-class, then we would love to hear from you! **Collectively the team are responsible for delivering fresh-baked goods across Northern Ireland 5 days per week (Monday - Friday) plus rotational Saturday (1 in 4). Permanent Full Time role! Genesis are an Equal Opportunities Employer
Occupational Therapist Senior
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 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre of 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 two highly-motivated Senior Grade Occupational Therapists (1.00wte & .80wte) to join our team based at our Childrens Disability Network Team West Kerry, Oakview Village, Tralee, Co Kerry. Contract Type: Permanent contracts. Contract Hours: 35hrs / 28hrs per week Salary Scale: €60,855 - €72,036 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. The Role: Overall Purpose of the Post Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. As a Lead Agency within this model, Enable Ireland has responsibility for the delivery of services to children assigned to Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) within designated network areas. Services are provided in accordance with legislative and service delivery frameworks and requirements, within the resources allocated. As a senior member of the interdisciplinary team, the post holder will be responsible for the provision of Occupational Therapy services, including assessment and intervention to children and adolescents enrolled on the CDNT. Services will be provided across a variety of settings including the clinic, schools, preschools and special schools, children’s homes and community settings. Duties Planning & Managing § To plan and organise individual and group caseloads, and provide a range of occupational therapy services to include assessment, diagnosis and needs based interventions to children with complex needs. § Services may be delivered across a range of settings including but not limited to clinic, home, education (including special educational placements) and community settings. Under the tiered model, this may include direct and indirect support to families as well as key contact and other duties. § To foresee potential challenges or competing priorities and take appropriate action to ensure service standards are maintained. § To foster an awareness of the need for value for money and a sense of accountability for budgets within the team/service. § To take responsibility for the achievement of service delivery targets by regularly monitoring, recording and reporting performance outcomes and statistics. § To demonstrate innovation in aiming to work within resource limitations to sustain and enhance the service. § To take responsibility for the clinical supervision of occupational therapists within the team/service as required. § To identify the needs of and manage the overall caseload of the occupational therapy team. § To participate in relevant clinical and team meetings as deemed appropriate by CDNM and represent the CDNT and/or Lead Agency at meetings and fora as designated. § To maintain appropriate service user records and statistics in accordance with Enable Ireland requirements and local guidelines, Freedom of Information Act, Data Protection Acts and other relevant legislation. This job description is not exhaustive; the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as requested by the Children’s Disability Network Manager/Childrens Services Manager/Kerry Director of Services. Please see Job Description for full list of duties Essential Criteria: Professional Qualifications: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU ( https://www.coru.ie/ ) · Have 3 years full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience · Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office · Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU · On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland · Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Students and/or Occupational Therapy Assistants. · Have a valid full driving licence and access to own transport. Desirable Criteria: Professional Qualifications: · Experience of interdisciplinary team working · Relevant postgraduate training specific to children with disabilities (0-18 years) Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · 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 Job Description and Personal Specification for your information and complete the online form. CV’s will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Thursday 5th February 2026 at 12 Noon Interview Date: To be confirmed If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. Enable Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. · Enable Ireland is an equal opportunities employer · 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
MRHP-- - Staff Nurse, Medical
Staff Nurse - Medical / Surgical MRHP-01-26-03 Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Location of Post: Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise There is currently one permanent , whole-time Staff Nurse – Medical / Surgical vacancy available in the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for a Staff Nurse – Medical / Surgical from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: For further information about the role, please contact: Margaret Rice Assistant Director of Nursing Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Email: margaret.rice@hse.ie HR Point of Contact: The HSE Dublin and Midlands is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Hermaye McCallion HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: hermaye.mccallion@hse.ie Tel: 087 125 9086 Purpose of the Post: The Staff Nurse - Medical / Surgical will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to the highest professional and ethical standards within the model of nursing care practiced in the relevant care setting. The Staff Nurse - Medical / Surgical will provide holistic, person-centred care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for service users. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications and / or Experience: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: - (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). AND (b) 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. 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain live annual registration in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with the NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements: Candidates must demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in general Medical and Surgical acute setting.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for Candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centred, Community Based, Socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: CLINICAL NURSE MANGER 1 CLONSILLA (ST JOSEPH’S) DUBLIN PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT (37.5 Hours per week) Salary: €56,642 - € 66,705* (LSI) * Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience. Ref:91393 Essential: • NMBI Registration • Experience in team management. • Full clean Irish manual driving licence. •Proficiency in English Desirable: • Intellectual Disability Nurse Registration (RNID). • Knowledge of person centred planning and HIQA requirements for residential ID services. • Recognized management qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 or equivalent- completed or working towards completion of same within 3 months. Interested applicants must demonstrate the following: • Ability to adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role. • To ensure people are supported to live their best lives and develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. • Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework as set out in the job description Why work with us? Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Eilis Madden, 01 824 8610 / eilish.madden@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications: 5th February 2026 Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Clonsilla service” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Fresh Produce Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the fresh departments operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Numerical skill Customer focused A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi-task under pressure No previous experience necessary as training will be provided Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Fruit & Veg Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working
Supervisor
GET TO KNOW US Are you Driven? Passionate? Captivating? Engaging?…. And LOVE fashion? Yes… well, we are Kurt Geiger and we think you could be too! Kurt Geiger first opened in Britain’s fashion capital on Bond Street, London in 1963. Since the Sixties Kurt Geiger has not stood still as it continuously evolves to make covetable footwear and accessories with a unique market position, pairing aspiration with accessibility. As Europe’s leading luxury shoe and accessory retailer we are always looking for the next generation of talent to join our business. The teams in our stores are the key drivers to our success and as the Manager you are responsible for orchestrating all aspects of the responsibilities needed to ensure the store continues to achieve over and above the ordinary. KNOW THE ROLE As a supervisor with Kurt Geiger, you will drive sales with your passion for luxury footwear, support the team and be a fabulous service ambassador whilst representing our dynamic and innovative brand. Using your extensive retail knowledge and excellent communication skills, you will form long lasting relationships with customers and your team. Delivering the very best shopping experience for our customers, you will pro-actively support back of house operations and create a seamless shop floor experience, whilst supporting the management team where needed. Responsibilities include: 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
Social Care Leader / Designated Centre Administrator
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND LIMERICK REGION Applications are invited for the following position: SOCIAL CARE LEADER / DESIGNATED CENTRE ADMINISTRATOR Permanent and Specified Purpose Contracts available- Full Time Posts Location: Limerick Community Services Candidates Should: · Minimum Level 8 Qualification in Social Care, Nursing or Social Work . 3 years’ experience working with people with an intellectual disability · Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Have a strong working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations · Demonstrate the ability to manage, motivate and supervise staff. · Have an understanding of and commitment to Personal Lifestyle Planning. · Be proactive and have the ability to work as part of a team. · Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work on own initiative. · Excellent IT, administration, report writing and organisational skills. · Possess a full clean driving licence and own vehicle. · Be able to work evenings and weekend shifts. · Be prepared to be on call as required Desirable Criteria: · Working with budgets and accounts · Knowledge of spreadsheets and database · Have reasonable knowledge and appreciation of, residential needs, social/recreational issues and training programmes for adults with intellectual disabilities · A relevant qualification at minimum Level 6 in People Management · 1 to 3 years Management experience while not essential is desirable Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Thursday 29th January 2026 Short listing of applications may apply Canvassing will disqualify Panels may be formed as a result of the interview process. Candidates who are placed on a panel will be considered for subsequent vacancies, for a period of up to one year, for this grade. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Limerick Region, is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: SOCIAL CARE WORKERS Living My Life Project Ref: 91117 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Living My Life is a person-centered project designed to empower individuals by offering them the autonomy to live their lives to the fullest, with the tailored support to ensure their well-being. The Living My Life project is so much more than housing it’s about creating more inclusive, sustainable communities and allowing the people we support to flourish and live self-directed lives. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they supportand are open to change. Location: Living my Life Project. Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Living my Life Project services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people 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 encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Reporting/Responsible to: Team Leader/Team Manager Qualifications and Experience: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ OR (ii) Hold a schedule 3 qualification (see note 1 below*). See list of recognized Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html OR (iii) Hold a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU OR iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 2 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. Note 1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under section 91.Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over -30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by a Registration board will be considered. Note 2* Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before 30th Nov 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), between 30th November 2018 and 30th November 2023 are considered to be Section 91 applicants under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy · Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour Working Hours: All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/08/2025 apply: €40,351 x 11 increments - €55,599 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €56,650 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: This post is permanent full time & pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within Living my Life Project Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. 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. To view full job description please see attached Informal enquiries for this post to: Olive Keane, Project Manager 087 6430195 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is Friday 30th January 2026 Interview date is scheduled for February 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
