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CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… The kitchen is where our Cooks freshly prepare and cook our famous chicken, just as the colonel intended. You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. As a Cook in our Back of House Kitchen you’ll freshly prepare our famous chicken. It’s over to you to make sure our product is Gold Standard and finger lickin’ good for our guests, every time. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now- there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Optometrist
Salary: Up to €70,000 DOE Working hours: Full Time or Part Time Experience level: You would ideally be a CORU registered Optometrist although we can support International Optometrists through CORU registration. Specsavers in Carlow, an award-winning store, are looking for a qualified Optometrist to join the team. Ideally you will be CORU registered although we can support International Optometrists through CORU registration. Our experienced team use the very latest clinical technology which allows them to improve patient outcomes. At Specsavers in Carlow, we have a clear-sighted vision to transform eye health in our community. As our next Optometrist you will have the opportunity to provide a first-class experience to every one of our patients. What’s on Offer? A salary package of up to €64,000, depending on experience. Full time or Part Time hours available Up to 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays CORU Registration Paid Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities- want to become a Partner in the business? We’ll support you! Access to cutting-edge clinical technology such as OCT With a focus on flexibility, we are open to full-time and part-time applicants and will consider any working pattern to suit you. About us Our store is fully equipped with the latest clinical technology (including OCT). We always aim to be the very best we can be – both clinically and in terms of customer service. Our experienced, diverse and friendly team are always on hand to offer support and take care of patient’s needs, meaning that as our new Optometrist, you can focus on offering a first-class sight test to our loyal customers. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Deli Manager/chargehand
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Sales Advisor
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Sales Advisor for our Carlow Store. The Person WHY JOIN US: Look us up on Glassdoor- rated 4.6/5 read our reviews. We’re dynamic and expanding Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment Culture of developing and promoting from within the company Our Generous staff discounts Our pension scheme Our Bonus Scheme Our Educational Support Scheme Our Discounted corporate rate health care Our free Employee Assistance Programme Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme Career Development Opportunities Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources A Fuel card that offers discount on retail fuel prices - DCI corporate card
ICT Business Analyst Grade VII
Purpose of Role – Overview of the Role The ICT Business Analyst will work as part of the Applications (development) team in developing innovative solutions to support the work of Tusla and assist staff to work efficiently and effectively by maximising the use of technology. The role will primarily have responsibility for the analysis and design phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC). The role will involve working with business representatives to develop requirements/design proposals and lead on all aspects of documentation throughout the SDLC. Tusla’s ICT Application Development Architecture Tusla have a highly skilled internal application development team delivering solutions in O365 and .Net Core. The development team operate Agile and DevOps methodologies. Reporting Relationship The successful applicant will be part of the ICT Applications Team and report to the ICT Analyst & Design Lead. Duties and Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Lead requirements gathering engagements with business stakeholders by various means including facilitating workshops with subject matter experts. • Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovative solutions using technology. • Develop process maps, high level scoping of new project requirements, business requirements and prioritising schedules. • Develop design proposals and low functional prototypes to achieve sign off from business stakeholders. • Working to an Agile methodology develop backlogs to clearly define the business requirements including use cases and business rules. • Support the end-to-end engagement with business stakeholders. • Support the development of documentation through all phases of the SDLC. Relationship Management and Collaboration: • Work closely with colleagues to deliver a quality focused ICT solution to all users. • Work in collaboration with other ICT teams as required. • Manage stakeholder engagement. Resource Management: • Manage the work of assigned staff if applicable. Health & Safety: • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service, for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care, and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency 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. Note: The above Job Description 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 from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or Experience Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Have a third level qualification in an ICT, Business, Design or Social Work related discipline. • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a business analyst/design related role. • Have experience of working with the Agile methodology. • Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Health A candidate 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. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Skills, Competencies and/or Knowledge Tusla Leadership Competency Framework The Tusla Leadership Competency Framework describes the behaviours that are key to Tusla colleagues being effective in the execution of their role at all levels within the Agency. The competencies and associated behavioural descriptors capture the transversal knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics that will enable colleagues, regardless of role or rank, to be effective in their work. The Tusla Leader Framework relevant for this role is Leading Others. Please access this Leading Others link to fully familiarise yourself with the impact of this proficiency for Tusla. The Competency of Professional Knowledge is specifically linked to the duties, responsibilities and criteria for this role. Other Requirements of the Role • The post holder will require access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel. • Have awareness of children and young people’s participatory practice. Application Process Campaign Specific Selection Process – Shortlisting/Interview The online application system has a time out facility, this is in order to protect the privacy of the user. This time out facility activates if the application has been ‘dormant’ for over 60 minutes. Any work not saved will be lost if the system times out due to lack of activity. Please ensure to save your application as you work on it. Important: AI generated content must not be used in your application. Tusla reserves the right to assess if content in applications is likely created by AI in part or in whole. Use of AI may result in disqualification and exclusion from the recruitment process. Shortlisting may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application. The criteria for shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Those successful at the shortlisting stage of this process (where applied) will be called forward to interview. Code of Practice The Recruitment Service Child and Family Agency will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness are applied. It also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process. Codes of practice are available on www.cpsa.ie Tusla Child and Family Agency is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Tusla recognises its responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 2003 - 2018 and the Freedom of Information Act 2014. Tusla Transformation Programme may impact on this role and as structures change the job description and reporting relationships may be reviewed and updated. Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent and whole time. The posts are pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration will be filled. Appointment is governed by the Child and Family Agency Act, 2013 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004. Remuneration The salary scale for the whole time equivalent of this post is: 01/03/2025: €59,419, €60,870, €62,566, €64,268, €65,976, €67,501, €69,054, €70,566, €72,067, €74,650, €77,243 LSIs Note: LSIs (Long Service Increments) are emboldened. Entry is at the minimum point of the scale. Working Week The standard working week applying to the whole time equivalent of this post is 35 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the whole time equivalent of this post is 30 days per annum. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with Tusla. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Probation A probation period of 39 weeks (or proportion for fixed term contracts) applies. This may be extended at the discretion of management by a further 9 weeks. Responsibilities under Children First National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children (2017) The safety and welfare of children and young people is a key priority for Tusla. All employees must be vigilant to any concerns regarding protection and welfare of children and bring them to the attention of the Tusla Designated Person in a timely manner. National Standards for Children and Family Services Employees must have a working knowledge of HIQA Standards and/or the Adoption Authority of Ireland Standards as they apply to the role.
Homeless Prevention & Support Officer
The Homeless Prevention & Support Officer is a frontline position in Carlow County Council’s Housing Department. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Council, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in Departmental and Team Development Plans. The Homeless Prevention & Support Officer is expected to use initiative, work to a high standard and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Duties: The role involves, but is not limited to the following duties: • Interviewing and assessing clients seeking a homeless service by appointment or unscheduled presentation at public counter • Providing assessment and advice to people who are homeless • Providing intervention necessary to address the issues that are preventing the individual/family from moving home • Investigating cases thoroughly – maintaining links with other local authorities, Gardai, Health Services and any other relevant bodies • Working with Carlow County Council Tenancy Sustainment Service • Organising temporary emergency accommodation within the existing services available should it be required • Case managing families and individuals in emergency accommodation, or those in certain other types of emergency accommodation that require support • Being responsible, as Case Manager, for engaging the clients who are homeless to identify their individual support needs, help them engage with appropriate community/health services and for developing and implementing an exit strategy from homelessness in each case • Working closely with HAP Place Finder Service in achieving exit goals for homeless clients and enabling and assisting clients to source suitable private rented accommodation • Assisting persons in settling into accommodation and ensuring that clients are fully briefed on services available to them from external agencies • Conducting out of hours patrols to assist homeless persons during times of severe weather events • Creating and maintaining files and records of services users and offering clients ongoing support • Documenting meetings and calls with clients • Producing reports and presentations based on work • Participating in the Homeless Action Team (HAT) to meet the needs of the homeless clients, or those at risk of homelessness • Preparing Returns and Claims for the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage as required • Collating data and statistics regarding the homeless service as required from time to time • Responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of expenditure and for reporting on same as part of the Council’s budgetary process • Compliance with all statutory, legal and quasi statutory rules and regulations covering Safety, Health and Welfare at work issues • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time The above 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 him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. The duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to time by Carlow County Council. COMPLETING A COMPETENCY BASED APPLICATION FORM A Competency Based Application Form requires you, as the candidate, to describe some of your personal achievements to date, to demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills & qualities) required for the position you are applying for. All question areas must be answered, as you will be questioned on all areas should you be called for interview. You should describe situation(s) from your own experience, which you think is the best example(s) of what you have done which demonstrates the specific competency. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. The example(s) may be drawn from your experience in various settings, including employment, community, sporting or voluntary. Please do not use the same example to illustrate your answer to more than two areas of competence. Please note the interview board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the skills required for the post. Carlow County Council is seeking candidates that demonstrate strong administrative and communication skills. They must also be self-motivated and committed to delivering quality public services. Key Competencies for the post have been identified as essential for the role of Homeless Prevention & Support Officer as follows: KEY COMPETENCIES Performance Management • Demonstrates by examples experience of objective setting, monitoring, and successful work-based achievements • Demonstrates experience of effective team building both within the workplace and externally with stakeholders • Demonstrates experience of effective conflict management and resolution • Thinking and acting strategically • Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change Leadership/Motivation/Decision Making • Demonstrates understanding of social situations and dynamics and ability to operate effectively • Empowers, influences, and encourages others to gain supports for ideas, proposals, and solutions • Builds constructive working relationships characterised by a high level of acceptance, co-operation, and mutual respect • Acts decisively and makes timely, informed, and effective decisions • Presents ideas effectively to individuals and groups Interpersonal Skills / Communication • Demonstrates experience of report writing and correspondence • Demonstrates experience of work-based dealings with a variety of groups/agencies • Demonstrates experience of effecting work-based improvements in the face of opposition • Demonstrates experience of making presentations • Demonstrates experience of negotiating successful outcomes • Demonstrates experience of chairing or contributing to group problem solving • Demonstrates experience of dealing with and resolving conflict that requires excellent interpersonal, negotiating and communication skills Personal Effectiveness • Take initiative and seek opportunities to exceed goals • Manage time and workload effectively and operate in an environment with significant complexity and pace • Maintain a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to the role • Take initiative and seek opportunities to exceed goals • Manage time and workload effectively and operate in an environment with significant complexity and pace • Remain calm under pressure and maintain a positive, constructive, and enthusiastic attitude to their role QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) (a) Possess the National Diploma in Applied Social Care Studies awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) OR (b) Possess the Diploma in Social Care awarded by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) OR (c) Possess the Diploma in Applied Social Studies/Social Care from DIT OR (d) Possess a BA (Ord) in Social Care Practice (minimum Level 7 on the QQI framework) OR (e) Relevant 3rd Level Qualification in Social Care/Social Studies or related field. (ii) Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the area of homeless service provision or similar type service (iii) A good knowledge of services within the homeless sector (iv) Proficient administration and computer skills DRIVING LICENCE: Holders of the post must hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. If you are required to travel as part of your official duties, Carlow County Council as your employer must be indemnified on your insurance policy. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Carlow County Council’s Travel and Subsistence Policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. Carlow County Council reserves the right to provide a van to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a van will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive.
Team Manager
Salary: Commencing at €45,995 Contract: Full-Time, Fixed Purpose, 5 days out of 7 Benefits: 23 days annual leave, pension, colleague discount, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, employee assistance programme. BECAUSE PEOPLE LISTEN WHEN YOU TALK A people-first culture where you can work with impact. A business that continues to grow and invest creating maximum joy at minimum cost. Just look at our 80,000+ colleagues across 450+ stores covering many markets globally, all leaving their mark. Our colleagues are the heart of everything we do – we’re caring, dynamic and we succeed together. The Team Manager role is at the forefront of this. There’s real accountability and ownership, we give our managers freedom within a framework, which means you can shape your team’s development and encourage a fast, efficient, enjoyable customer experience. What you’ll do At Primark we do retail our way…so here is a taste of what you can expect in the role. Excited? Good. Because it’s energising to put your skills to work in a growing global business committed to helping people express themselves – and feel a sense of belonging. Apply to make an impact as a Team Manager and be welcomed to the wide world of Primark.
Support Worker Roles
We are changing the face of support for people with intellectual, physical and sensory disability and/or autism in Ireland. We offer progressive, one-to-one solutions geared towards the empowerment of the people we support, rather than limiting their experiences of life. We put each individual, and support of their disability, at the centre of everything we do, helping them live an involved, meaningful and empowered life; focusing not on what they can’t do, but on what they can achieve. This spirit comes to life in our client-centred, home-from-home Residential Centres, and in the specialist services we provide. One service is for young adults, one is for children. We are looking for Support Workers in the following locations:Children’s Residential Houses Heather Hill, Portlaoise, Co Laois – opening summer 2025 Tara Lodge, Ardcath, Co Meath – opening summer 2025 Ashlan House, Caragh, Co Kildare Hillview, Carrigeen, Co Kilkenny (only 10 mins from Waterford City) Verna House, Tullaroan, Co Kilkenny Young Adults Residential House The View, Hacketstown, Co Carlow – newly opened Lemongrove, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford Rose Lodge, Monasterevin, Co Kildare Willow Lodge, Suncroft, Co Kildare Huntstown Lodge, Tullaroan, Co Kilkenny Community Day Service Naas and Clane in Kildare – Monday to Friday, no weekends Kilkenny City – Monday to Friday, no weekends What is the Role? As a Support Worker you will provide a professional, high quality and safe service to people with additional needs – working as part of a team and in consultation with each service user. You will make sure all of the client’s needs are met in a completely individual way, and as an ambassador of Resilience’s values, you will represent: Best Quality – providing best-in-class care always. Individuality – applying a person-centred approach to meet each individual’s abilities, needs and challenges. Empowerment – helping all our service-users live their very best life and achieve their optimal potential. Hours of work – Residential roster (full time, part time, relief contracts available) What Will Your Responsibilities Be? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
