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PERSONAL ASSISTANT WANTED – PART-TIME** 📍 **Swords, Co. Dublin** ⏰ **20 hours per week** 💶 **€18.50–€22.50 per hour** I am looking for my next **Personal Assistant (PA)** to join my team. I am a full-time wheelchair user living independently in my own home, and I am looking for someone reliable, capable and confident to support me in living my life the way I choose. This is a **non-medical Personal Assistant role**. I am not looking for a traditional carer — my PAs are essentially **an extension of my arms and legs**, helping me with the things I cannot physically do myself. ### **The Role** A typical shift will start at **6:30pm and finish at 4:00pm the following day**. Additional hours may be available for the right candidate. The role can involve: * Assisting with personal care * Supporting me when attending social events and activities * Driving my wheelchair-accessible vehicle * Housework and keeping my home organised * Meal preparation # Non smoker * Following instructions and supporting me with my daily routine * Helping me to maintain my independence and enjoy an active social life ### **The ideal candidate** I am looking for someone who is: A female personal assistant due to personal nature of the job * Reliable, responsible, and trustworthy * Confident and able to work independently * Comfortable following instructions and taking direction * A good communicator with **fluent English** * Flexible and willing to get involved in different aspects of daily life * Respectful of my independence, privacy, and personal choices **Applicants must be aged 25 or over** due to insurance requirements for driving my wheelchair-accessible vehicle. A dog lover I have a small dog If you think you would be a good fit for the role and would like to become part of my team, I would love to hear from you. **€18.50–€22.50 per hour | 20 hours per week | Swords area**
Utility Tree Workers: Scotland Relocation Package & Accommodation Available
Irish Applicants Welcome | Relocation Package & Accommodation Available Location: Elgin, Moray, Scotland | Permanent | Full-Time Wakeley Tree Surgeons Ltd is expanding and we’re looking for experienced and motivated Utility Tree Workers and Arborists to join our growing team in Scotland. We deliver vegetation management services across the electricity network throughout Moray, Aberdeenshire and the wider region, with long-term opportunities available for the right candidates. What We Offer: Utility experience is desirable but not essential. We’re also keen to hear from experienced arborists and forestry workers looking to develop their careers within utility arboriculture. Considering a Move from Ireland to Scotland? For Irish candidates looking for a new opportunity, relocating may be easier than you think. Irish citizens can live and work in the UK without requiring a UK work visa under the Common Travel Area. We can also offer a relocation package and accommodation, helping to make the move to Scotland as straightforward as possible. Based in beautiful Moray, you’ll have the Scottish Highlands, forests, mountains and coastline on your doorstep while building a long-term career with an established arboricultural contractor. Grow your career. Explore Scotland.
Motor Mechanic
We are looking for a Mechanic to become part of our team. We specialize in engine reconditioning and a wide range of mechanical repairs. The ideal candidate should have a strong mechanical background and be skilled in using both hand and power tools. In this role, you will be tasked with diagnosing, fitting, and maintaining a variety of engines, ensuring the efficiency and reliability of our operations. Responsibilities - Diagnose mechanical issues using the appropriate testing tools and techniques. - Perform repairs on transmissions, brakes, oil services and other essential components. - Conduct regular maintenance checks and services to ensure peak performance. - Utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively to accomplish tasks. - Collaborate with team members to resolve complex mechanical challenges. - Adhere to safety regulations and company policies at all times. - Maintain a clean, organized workshop stocked with necessary supplies. -Experience in engine removal and fitting is a bonus. Qualifications: * Proven experience as a Mechanic or in a related role is preferred. * Strong mechanical knowledge. * Proficiency in using hand and power tools safely. * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. * Relevant certifications or qualifications in mechanics or automotive technology are beneficial. Tools will be provided.
Cashier/Shop Assistant
We are seeking a Cashier/Shop Assistant to join our team in supporting the daily operations of our business. Candidates must be available to work some weekends. Immediate start. Please note this is a full time position and would not suit students. Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
Personal Assistants to Support Independent Living
PERSONAL ASSISTANT'S NEEDED JOB DESCRIPTION Áiseanna Tacaíochta (The ÁT Network) are looking to hire Personal Assistants to support a young woman with a disability to live as full and independent life as possible. This will require helping her in all areas of life including personal care and domestic need while also acting as a support in the social and day to day activities of this young woman. The ÁT Network are a non-profit organisation who work alongside the HSE to support people with disabilities (who we refer to as Leaders) all over the country to live a self-directed and independent life. In this case, the service is supported and ran locally by the Leader’s family. One full-time and one part-time position available. Although the hours are fixed, there is potential for flexibility for the right candidate. The successful candidate must be okay with dogs as the household are dog owners and must also hold a clean driver’s licence. The successful candidate would need access to their own vehicle as they would be driving the Leader in it. Expenses will be covered for this. Location: Castlebridge Wexford Hours: Full time and part-time position Pay: Competitive- depending on experience Duties and Responsibilities PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO UPLOAD YOU CV AND COVER LETTER TO APPLY
Personal Assistant to assist with Independent Living
PERSONAL ASSISTANT NEEDED Job Title: Personal Assistant Location: Navan Pay: €16- €16.50 (depending on experience) Anti-Social and Sunday rates apply Hours: 14- 21 hours p/w available. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays available. 10am- 5pm. JOB DESCRIPTION The ÁT Network is an organisation that work alongside people with disabilities - who we call Leaders, to support them to lead their own service through the recruitment and employment of Personal Assistants. The Personal Assistants are employed to support the Leader to live an independent and self-directed life by assisting both at the home and in the community. This is a personal assistant role not a care role. Duties · Assistance with domestic needs (cooking, cleaning, shopping etc) · Assisting the Leader to attend appointments so the ability and willingness to drive the Leader’s manual car is essential. · Assisting the Leader to engage in social, political, and cultural life. Essential Qualifications/Requirements · Must be willing to complete mandatory training sessions and Garda Vetting. · Must be eligible to work in Ireland and live locally to the Leader. · Fluency in the English language. · Must have a proven ability to listen and to follow instruction. · Proven ability to understand that the Leader knows what is in their own best interest and can make decisions for themselves. · Must have a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive Leader’s manual car. · Sociable and a good sense of humour, as well as an ability to work quietly and to respect the light, and sound sensitivities of the disabled individual. · Must be flexible, open, and honest and have the ability to work on own initiative. Desirable Qualities · An understanding of the United Nations Declaration of Rights for Disabled People and the concept of Independent Living that the Declaration contains. · An understanding of social model of disability, and of why the Charity and Medical models are not helpful. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Ireland. Applicants for the position must provide two suitable references and employment offers are contingent on those references and on the completion of the Garda Vetting. If interested, please upload your cover letter and CV stating why you want and are suitable for this role. Closing date: Friday 18 th September
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Chef De Partie
Full time Chef de Partie Required. Employer and Employment Location: Waiting Bar Café, Unit 14, Hillcrest Shopping Centre, Hillcrest Walk, Lucan, Co. Dublin Work Includes: Preparing food items and meal components at your station. Manage ingredients that should be frequently available on a daily basis. Cooking a specific portion of each plated meal. Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking foods. Following directions provided by the head chef. Stocktaking and ordering supplies for your station. Suggest new rules and procedures for optimizing the cooking process. Required: 3+ years previous relevant experience. Minimum Annual Salary: €37,518 Working Hours: 39 hours/week, hourly rate 18.50 euros AD PUBLISHED: FROM 21ST AUGUST 2026 TO 18TH SEPTEMBER 2026
Chef De Partie
Full time Chef de Partie Required. Employer and Employment Location: Good Food Chinese Takeaway, Main Street, Rathangan, Co. Kildare. Work Includes: Preparing Chinese cuisine food items and meal components at your station. Manage oriental ingredients that should be frequently available on a daily basis. Cooking a specific portion of each plated Chinese meal. Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking Asian cuisine foods. Following directions provided by the head chef. Stocktaking and ordering supplies for your station. Suggest new rules and procedures for optimizing the cooking process. Required: 3+ years previous relevant experience. Minimum Annual Salary: €37,518 Working Hours: 39 hours/week, hourly rate 18.50 euros. AD PUBLISHED: FROM 21ST AUGUST 2026 TO 18TH SEPTEMBER 2026
Personal Assistant
Personal Assistants needed full-time 40 hours per week. I am looking for my next PA to join my team Swords area (female only given the personal nurture of the role). I am a wheelchair user living in my own home. I’m looking for a person to be an extension of my arms and legs and perform tasks I can’t do physically under my direction. If you like the idea of supporting a disabled person to live a life of their choosing, this role may be for you. No experience necessary as Full training will be provided excellent Rate of pay for the right candidate subject to suitability and experience €18-50 ~ €22 plus per hour, monthly pay. Hours of work 40 per week Shift work in two consecutive days and two nights between Monday evening to Wednesday afternoon. The idea candidate will be / have Supporting me to live a very ordinary lifestyle of my choosing. Please submit your CV & a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position,
