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We are currently recruiting for a full-time Rigid Driver based out of Value Centre Ennis on a Permanent Full-Time basis to work for one of our preferred partners, Newman Logistics. The driver will be responsible for delivering products to our customers in the designated routes. A core requirement of the role will be strong interpersonal skills and the appetite to deliver a quality service, on time to our customers. Acting as a key point of contact with our customers, the driver will be required to have strong interpersonal skills and the initiative to report customer service issues to the business in order to assist with improving the service we provide to our customers. The duties of the Delivery Driver include but are not limited to: · Delivering products to customers at different locations · Dealing with clients face to face. · Ensuring all calls on route sheet are completed. · Interact with customers and work colleagues in a professional and cheerful manner. · Complete customer requests in a professional and timely manner · Receive orders in a professional manner. · Report maintenance problems to supervisor · Keep vehicle clean inside and out. · Follow all safety regulations and precautions. · Wear all required and necessary Personal Protective Equipment · Perform other related work as required. Job requirements Requirements · Up to date CPC card · Full Clean C Licence · Driver & Tacho Card · Fluency in both written and spoken English is essential. · Customer service skills CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Courts Service Judicial Assistant 2026
1. THE ROLE The role of judicial assistant is to provide assistance to a judge in the carrying out of their judicial function. This includes providing assistance with court going activities, administrative and general support. Judicial assistants support judges of the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeal, the High Court and the Circuit Court. Duties may vary depending on the jurisdiction to which successful candidates are appointed. You may be required to assist other jurisdictions, if and when required. The courtroom is a formal setting. Court rooms may consist of loud noises, bright lighting and large crowds of people. Strong concentration is key, and the judicial assistant must be comfortable working in this setting. All judicial assistants will be given the opportunity to do the following: · Work with members of the judiciary; · Contribute to the efficient running of court and administration of justice; · Deepen their knowledge and understanding of how the Irish legal system works; · Develop know-how of court procedures, court rules and the running of various court lists; · Strengthen legal research and legal writing skills; · Learn new skills throughout the duration of their contract; · Build a network with legal professionals, academics, Courts Service and civil service staff; · Participate in competitive opportunities for career advancement both within the public and private sector; and · Work and travel within the various jurisdictions in the Irish Courts. 2. Key Responsibilities Court Responsibilities · Research matters of law which arise in the conduct of proceedings before the court and furnish a written or oral report to the judge. · Summarise facts, legal submissions, case law and relevant material as directed by the judge for inclusion in draft judgments. · Assist in research for draft judgments and/or legal queries on behalf of the judge. · Assist the judge with document proof reading. · Accompany the judge to court and remain in court during hearings to note evidence and submissions as directed. · Set up the bench according to the requirements of the judge. · Assist with the management of the judge’s official documentation (books and papers) required for court. · Advise the judge in advance of lists for the following week and ensure arrangements are in place for same. · Ensure the judge has the information required in relation to cases to include names of parties, type of case, duration of case, legal representatives and so forth. · Cooperate with the Court Registrar and/or other relevant Courts Service staff to support the efficient running of the court. · Act as liaison between the judge and the parties to litigation (if required) and ensure parties to a case and their representatives are aware of when their case will be heard and are in the right location at the right time. · Assist the court in compliance with the in camera rule in relevant cases and as directed by the judge. Administration · Manage the chambers of the judge as required. · Keep the judge’s diary of court and other appointments. · General administrative support duties. · Other duties as required by the judge. General · Assist the judge in the course of official duties. · Accompany the judge as required. This may involve travelling to any location in Ireland from time to time and require staying in the location for the period of that assignment. · Be available to the judge at all times during office hours Monday to Friday to perform whatever duties directed by the judge. · Be available for official duties, if required, during the evening or at weekends. This role may require overnight stays. · Where a judicial assistant is not required to perform duties for the judge to whom they are assigned, the Courts Service will assign other duties as appropriate. · Judicial Assistants are entitled to 22 days leave per year which must be taken in Court vacation and not during term. Note, the above is intended as a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive. 3. Essential Requirements: · Hold (or expect to hold) at least a 2.1 in a law degree at a minimum of level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in their final year exams or the Diploma in Law from the Honorable Society of King’s Inns . See list at the end of the booklet. Only courses on this list will be accepted; · A good understanding of the work of the Irish courts system; and · A knowledge of modern legal research methods and materials; and · Proven experience conducting legal research (this can include academic research or research in the course of court case preparation). The following qualifications are desirable; · A 1:1 in a law degree at a minimum of level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in their final year exams or the Diploma in Law from the Honorable Society of King’s Inns · A professional legal qualification or post graduate qualification in law. · Fluency in Irish and in particular an ability to read and understand legal materials in the Irish language. 4. APPLICATION PROCESS Your application can be made by logging in through link on advertisement. No hard copy forms or forms by email will be accepted. The closing date is 12 noon on Friday 23 January 2026. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying the Courts Service is satisfied such a person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important, therefore, for candidates to note that the onus is on them to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If a candidate does not meet these essential entry requirements but nevertheless attends for interview, that candidate will be putting him or herself to unnecessary expense. The Courts Service accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant. 5. Assessment of applications The selection process involves three stages as follows: · Determination of the candidate’s eligibility to compete based on academic achievement and eligibility to work in Ireland. · A handwritten selection exercise undertaken in person. · A competitive interview. If candidates are deemed ineligible to compete, they are eliminated from the competition. If candidates are deemed eligible, their application form is assessed to determine suitability to progress to undertake the selection exercise. Those who achieve a mark of 50% or above in the selection exercise will be invited to interview. Candidates must provide sufficiently detailed information that relates to their own specific experience and achievements. Responses that are generic or vague may result in candidates not being shortlisted for the selection exercise. Any information you include may be discussed should you be invited to interview. Your communication skills will be assessed on the answers you provide on your application form. Capabilities Candidates should demonstrate that they have the ability to carry out successfully the duties of the role, as well as the skills and capabilities namely: Building Future Readiness Digital Focus Candidates with Disabilities The Courts Service seeks to attract candidates from all sectors of society, ensuring career opportunities are accessible to all who are interested. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodation made during the selection process, you should share this with us so you get the support you need. Reasonable accommodation in our selection process refers to adjustments and practical changes which would enable a disabled candidate to have an equal opportunity for this competition. Examples of adjustments we provide include the use of assistive technology, extra time, scribes and/or readers or a range of other accommodations. Please be assured that having a disability or requiring adjustments will not impact on your progress in the selection process; you will not be at a disadvantage if you disclose your disability or requirements to us. Your disability and/or adjustments will be kept entirely confidential. 6. Selection Exercise & Interview Selection Exercise: Following the assessment process successful candidates will be invited to an in-person written selection exercise be held on the week of the 16 February 2026 in Dublin (Venue to be confirmed). The selection exercise is designed by the Courts Service and Kings Inns and marked by tutors from Kings Inns. Topics assessed include proof reading, legal analysis, drafting and legal writing. The pass mark is 50%. Achieving 50% or more in the selection exercise does not guarantee an interview as there may be more candidates eligible for interview than is required. If you receive a mark less than 50% in the selection exercise you will be eliminated. Interview: Interviews will be in person only from March to May 2026 in Dublin. Interviews will be held in batches per Jurisdiction with the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal first, followed by the High Court and then the Circuit Court. Interview boards comprise a judge and one or two members of the Courts Service. If you are interviewed for a jurisdiction, there is no guarantee of appointment to that at jurisdiction. Interviews will be structured in format, with candidates asked to provide examples of the capabilities for the role as outlined in Section 5of this document. You may be asked about the experience described on the application form or they may ask for other examples. It is anticipated the interview will last 45 minutes. You may be invited to a follow up meeting with a member of the Judiciary after your interview. To be considered for a position you must receive 50% or more in each capability. Commencement date The start date for appointments is Monday 14 September 2026. There will be a two week orientation programme. If you are unable to start on 14 September 2026, in exceptional circumstances only you may defer your start date to September 2027. Confidentiality Candidates can expect that all enquiries, applications and all aspects of the proceedings to the extent that they are managed by the Courts Service are treated as strictly confidential subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014. However, candidates should note that all application material may be made available to the interview board. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from computer records for general statistical purposes. Garda Vetting Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. The applicant will be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form should they come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Siochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which they resided. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this information again. Other important information The Courts Service will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment to this position the Courts Service will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of that candidate. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed a final determination cannot be made nor can it be deemed or inferred that such a determination has been made. Salary The salary scale for the position with effect from 1st August 2025 is €37,817 per annum . The salary will increase to €40,843 in the third and final year of the contract. New entrants to the Civil Service will be appointed to the first point of the (PPC) salary scale. The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Salary is payable weekly in arrears by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of the appointees’ choice. Statutory deductions will be made from salary as appropriate by the Courts Service. Candidates should note the salary is not open to negotiation . The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Duties Appointees will be expected to perform all acts, duties and obligations as appropriate to this position (which may be revised from time to time). Probation Appointees will be required to serve a 12-month probationary period. During the period of the probation, an officer's performance will be subject to review by the appropriate supervisor(s) to determine whether the officer: (i) has performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) has been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of the probationary period, a decision will be made as to whether or not an appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) of the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on an appointee’s performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The details of the probationary process will be explained to each appointee by the Courts Services as the employer and a copy of guidelines on probation issued by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform will be provided. In the event that an appointee is not considered as suitable to the position of Judicial Assistant having been assessed against stated criteria, the appointee will be notified in writing of the action to be taken. Hours of Attendance This is a fulltime post, and hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week . Appointees will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post is 22 working days per year. This leave is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Annual leave, other than in exceptional circumstances, will not be granted during the legal term. Headquarters The appointee’s headquarters will be such as may be designated from time to time by the Courts Service. Generally, appointees will be based in the Four Courts or in the Criminal Courts of Justice and in other court locations throughout the country. There may be a requirement for some travel associated with this post. When absent from home and headquarters on official duty, an officer will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances subject to normal Civil Service regulations.
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a part time/ Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Healthcare Assistant
Communicare is looking for empathetic, patient and dependable home carers who have a genuine passion for helping people and a commitment to providing high-quality care. We are looking for staff in the Killaloe & Ballina areas. Must be a driver . We have established ourselves as a key national provider of complex paediatric homecare services while also providing exceptional and individualised homecare to older people and those with disabilities. At Communicare we provide an excellent employee experience and we offer our employees the following:
Transcon Clerk
“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.
I.S. Project Leader (GIS & Innovation) Grade VII
Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of I.S. Project Leader (GIS & Innovation) Grade 7 from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6-12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role within the Council’s ICT Team, driving Innovation across Clare County Council with emphasis on maximising the investment in GIS technologies. The persons leadership will extend beyond the advancement and upkeep of the Council’s GIS Platform and spatial data infrastructure, to actively develop a culture of innovation at every level. By championing the adoption of emerging technologies, best practices, and creative problem-solving approaches, the candidate will help embed innovation within daily operations and strategic planning. This proactive stance will empower both internal users and external stakeholders to benefit from more efficient, data-driven decision-making and streamlined service delivery. Furthermore, the candidate will be expected to identify and develop opportunities for organisational improvement, optimising existing processes and introducing transformative solutions that enhance the impact of ICT and GIS throughout the Council and the wider community. In addition to managing and supporting the underlying technical and data infrastructures alongside the Council’s existing application footprint, the project leader provides services including project definition and management; solution design and development; data management; spatial and data analytics; user support; and R&D. This is an excellent opportunity to apply and build on existing knowledge and skills and to be part of an ambitious and dynamic team. Essential Skills and Experience for the role: Minimum four years Relevant GIS technology Knowledge with a proven track records of delivering GIS innovative solutions Experience of being part of, or leading a technical team, and working effectively as part of a team. Excellent communication, interpersonal, Supervisory management and people management skills. Demonstrate practical experience managing change Excellent organisational, time management and leadership skills. Experience in managing, motivating and developing staff. Being committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies. Strong capabilities of building organised processes and structured formal documentation. A satisfactory knowledge of the functions and duties of Local Authorities. Ability to work effectively under pressure and achieve objectives in a timely manner. Good understanding and knowledge of local authority policy procedures and practices. Proven problem solving and trouble shooting skills. Budgetary management skills. Duties: The principal duties and responsibilities will be to perform such duties appropriate to the post of I.S. Project Leader (GIS & Innovation) that may be assigned by the Head of Information Systems this list is not exhaustive and working in a dynamic and agile ICT environment, shaped by emerging business demands and evolving technology, responsibilities will adapt to maximise the benefits available from existing and new technologies and shall include but not limited to the following duties: Innovation Duties Lead the Council’s ICT innovation agenda, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement across all ICT functions, with a particular focus on digital transformation. Drive the adoption and integration of advanced technology solutions—including cloud platforms and data management tools—to streamline Council operations and enhance service delivery. Champion the use of business process improvement methodologies to identify and implement efficiencies within ICT services. Lead project planning and objective setting for innovation initiatives, ensuring successful delivery aligned with organisational goals. Engage proactively with national and external bodies on innovation matters, representing the Council and sharing insights on technological advancements. Provide training, mentorship, and support in new technology adoption to Council staff, empowering professional development and the uptake of innovative tools. Implement and uphold information security controls across related ICT applications to safeguard Council data and systems. Lead the rollout, implementation, and upgrade of software and hardware systems related to innovation, ensuring seamless integration and operation across the organisation. Deliver effective and timely technical support to staff and Elected Members, resolving issues and enhancing user experience in the context of innovation projects. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, recognising that driving innovation and delivering ICT projects may require working outside standard hours to support Council initiatives. GIS Duties Provide strategic leadership in the implementation and advancement of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and the management of spatial data, supporting decision-making and quality information provision for staff and the public. Oversee the management, maintenance, and development of the Council’s suite of GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online, ArcPro, FME, mapping viewers, and data capture applications). Champion the use of business process improvement methodologies to identify and implement efficiencies within GIS services. Assess and evaluate both current and future GIS needs, keeping abreast of technological trends and best practices to ensure the Council’s GIS infrastructure remains cutting-edge. Lead project planning and objective setting for GIS initiatives, ensuring successful delivery aligned with organisational goals. Manage the IT hardware and software underpinning GIS operations, ensuring robust, secure, and efficient infrastructure. Engage proactively with national and external bodies on GIS matters, representing the Council and sharing insights on GIS advancements. Provide training, mentorship, and support in GIS-related software and systems to Council staff, empowering professional development and adoption of new GIS tools. Implement and uphold information security controls across GIS applications to safeguard Council spatial data and systems. Lead the rollout, implementation, and upgrade of GIS software and hardware systems, ensuring seamless integration and operation across the organisation. Deliver effective and timely technical support to staff and Elected Members, resolving GIS-related issues and enhancing user experience. Continuously review and improve GIS network and technical support services, responding to incidents rapidly and suggesting enhancements specific to GIS operations. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, recognising that delivering GIS projects may require working outside standard hours to support Council initiatives. In a dynamic and agile ICT environment, shaped by emerging business demands and evolving technology, responsibilities will adapt to address ongoing change and innovation. This may encompass leading digital transformation projects, integrating advanced ICT solutions, identifying and implementing business process improvements, and responding proactively to new organisational priorities. Flexibility, foresight, and a willingness to embrace innovation will be essential as the role continues to develop in line with both Council objectives and the wider technological landscape. The postholder will report to, collaborate with, and receive support from the Head of Information and Digital Services, or their designated representative. The individual will also work in close partnership with members of the ICT Team and other Council employees, ensuring effective communication and integration across departments. Travel: When required to do so, holders of the office shall 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. 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 Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Clare County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance 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. Qualifications for post: (A) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree), or higher, in a relevant computing discipline and at least 3 year’s directly relevant, recent ICT hands-on experience from your employment date* OR (B) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree), or higher, with computing taken in the final year and at least 4 years directly relevant, recent ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date* OR (C) A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualification (NFQ) major award (i.e. ordinary degree) in a relevant computing discipline and at least 4 years’ directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date* OR (D) A qualification at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award in a relevant computing discipline and at least 5 years directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date* AND (E) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge(F) Hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles The Candidate must have and be able to demonstrate a proven track record in The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current salary scale applicable to the post (August 2025): €60,011, €61,480, €63,194, €64,914, €66,634, €68,170, €69,745, €71,269, €72,790, €75,395, €78,015
Graduate Recruitment 2026 Professionally Qualified Social Worker
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services •Child Protection and Welfare •Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services •Alternative Care •Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption •Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) •Children’s Service Regulation •Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Purpose of Role The purpose of the post is to provide a social work service that seeks to improve the health and social wellbeing of the service users within the context of the local communities. S/he will achieve this thorough the implementation of an accessible, equitable, person-centred service. Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: •Provide a direct point of access for the local community and offer initial and holistic social assessment and intervention to children, youth, families and groups. •Provide an initial assessment service to the care group and to develop referral procedures with other social work networked services. •Identify service users’ individual and collective needs in partnership with them and co-create early interventions and/or social action strategies to meet those needs. •Manage and prioritise a caseload appropriate to the post. •Provide supportive counselling, emotional and practical support, and information to service users and their families. •Adopt a holistic approach aimed at enhancing the quality of life, health and social well-being of all persons within the service area. •Promote independence, self-reliance, self-determination and empowerment with persons in their environment, with families and local groups. •Make it possible for service users to advocate for their own needs, or where appropriate advocate on behalf of service users. •Plan, deliver and engage in systemic interventions as appropriate with children, youth and families, groups, organisations and communities. •Participate and take leadership in community needs assessment and ongoing community involvement including initiating and participating in prevention and health promotion activities. •Deliver social work service in collaboration with other disciplines / agencies as required, in appropriate settings reflecting the needs of the service user. •Assess where social conditions are a major factor in health and social wellbeing, consult and plan with the service user/ relevant team/ service and arrange appropriate social services for those who need them. •Monitor and evaluate outcomes of person centred care plans for individual service users. •Actively participate as a member of the relevant team/ service in team building and change management initiatives. •Attend case conferences, meetings and other relevant fora as required. •Attend court, tribunals etc as required. •Work within current legislation, relevant policies and procedures, guidelines and protocols as laid down by the employer. •Incorporate Social Work values and ethical principles in planning, developing, implementing and reviewing interventions. •Implement models of best practice / evidence based practice. •Work within a key worker / case worker system, providing a co-ordinating role for case management where appropriate. •Take direction from his / her line manager. •Take an active role in an appropriate level of planned professional supervision, in accordance with the local/ national Supervision Policy. •Engage in reflective practice. •Deputise for the Social Work Team Leader as agreed / appropriate. •Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. •Keep the Team Leader fully informed and up-to-date on all significant matters. Education & Training The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: •Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. •Engage in career and professional development planning in collaboration with the Social Work Team Leader / Principal Social Worker. •Keep up to date with advances in Social Work research, and ongoing review and evaluation of literature relevant to the assigned area. •Keep abreast of developments in national policies and strategies and international best practice. •Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service. •Act as a resource by participating in the induction, education and training of Social Work colleagues, other health professionals and service user groups as required. •Participate in the practice education of student Social Workers. •Support and train other staff in accordance with professional standards as appropriate. •Foster an understanding of the role and contribution of social work by providing professional consultation and education to other members of the service. Administrative The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: •Maintain a high standard of documentation, including service user files in accordance with local guidelines and the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act. •Maintain accurate up to date records and files, and submit activity data as required. •Write accurate, clear, concise and purposeful reports. •Ensure the maintenance of service user and data confidentiality. •Contribute to the development and implementation of information sharing protocols and audit systems. •Contribute to policy development, performance monitoring and budgetary control of service in conjunction with the Social Work Team Leader/ Principal Social Worker. •Collaborate with the Social Work Team Leader / Principal Social Worker or designate in developing the role of the Social Worker and the service e.g. through planning, audit, production of standards, continuing education, quality improvement initiatives and research. •Assist in ensuring that the social work service makes the most efficient and effective use of developments in IT. 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. •To 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 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 to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Skills Requirement Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and / or Experience Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: a) Expect to graduate or to have received final year results with at least a second class honours / merit in a degree (Level 8 or higher) in Social Work on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) in 2026. b) Be registered in the Social Work Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board maintained at CORU (or have entitlement to be registered and obtain registration prior to appointment). c) Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU d) Must 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. 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. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Worker
The team for Separated Children Seeking International Protection has the responsibility for providing a service to children and young people who are newly arrived in Ireland seeking international protection and who are separated from their parents or their guardian. The team provides valuable support to these most vulnerable children/young people from various countries who come to Ireland for safety, refuge, and better quality of life and as applicants for International Protection. The aim is to assist the young people in achieving their full potential through education and integration, to participate fully in Irish life and make a meaningful contribution to Irish Society through self-sufficiency and independence. To be supported with reunification where immediate family members join them in Ireland, escaping persecution, war and marginalisation in their country of origin. The service is multifaceted with operational responsibility for Intake, Duty and Initial Assessment of children and young people notified to Tusla by the IPO under the International Protection Act (IPA) 2015; for the intake eligibility assessment of such referred young people to determine their eligibility for service under the Child Care Act, for the placement of the young person. The service also manages teams for Children in Care and beneficiaries of temporary protection fleeing war in Ukraine and Subject to Placements under Section 5 of the 1991 Child Care Act; the provision of alternative care placements to Unaccompanied minors in Foster Care, Residential Care, Supported Lodgings and After Care Services. The team is expanding and involved in extensive service review and development. It is a multicultural team with a strong team ethos committed to meeting the needs of all service users. Purpose of Role The policy of Tusla Child and Family Agency is to enable children / young people to live with their own families wherever possible and to support parents where necessary in fulfilling that role. The Social Care Worker will provide care, protection, and support to vulnerable or dependent clients, individually or in groups, in conjunction with the wider multidisciplinary team and other relevant agencies. The primary aim is to provide intervention necessary to address the child / young person’s issues or the issues that are preventing them from living at home or in relative / foster care. S/he will ensure the welfare of those under his/her care and will act as an advocate as appropriate. Typically, Social Care Workers work across the following service areas: Community: Social Care Workers in the community work in a therapeutic / preventative / direct role with children / young people and their families. They typically work as part of a multidisciplinary team and can be based in different service areas, for example, Child Protection Services, Child Welfare Service, Children in Care Service, Partnership Prevention and Family Support Services and Aftercare services. The children / young people involved may be at risk of or have experienced abuse, thus may be emotionally affected or display behaviour difficulties. These risks and / or difficulties may prevent them from being able to live with their families and as a result may need to be in the care of Tusla Child and Family Agency. Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities Working with Children/Young People/Families/Carers 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. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Worker
We are hiring Social Care Workers in Shannon, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Social Care Worker Contracts Available (2): Permanent Full-Time 78/78 (78 hours fortnightly) PLEASE NOTE: Positions available are for Residential Services only Location: Shannon, Co. Clare The role of a Social Care Worker Social Care Workers fulfil a key supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker’s role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual's ability and promoting independence and development of skills. They assist in all aspects of the practical tasks associated with the daily life of the person supported either in their home or within a day service setting. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with the development of their individual person centred plan and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and help individuals make their own, informed choices. Qualifications: Hold a recognised qualification and have eligibility to register as a Social Care Worker according to CORU registration requirements. View Social Care Workers approved qualifications on: https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€40,351 - €56,650 Pro-Rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Closing Date for Applications: 4th of January 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer INDC INDCP
