Jobs in Co. Down
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Job Ref 26-200-FNTLCL-CROFT-WEB Job Role Female Team Leader – Nights Awake (This position is open to female applicants only. The lawful recruitment of a female for this position falls within the exception allowed by Article 10 (2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Order 1976) Location Croft Communities Residential Services 71 Bloomfield Road Bangor BT20 4UR Salary £15.14 per hour Contract Permanent Hours 36 hrs per week 3x 12-hour shifts, over 7-day cover. Flexibility is required to work within the rota system in order to meet the needs of the residents, the service and statutory regulation and availability to work evenings and weekends as required. The Service Croft Lodge is a seven-bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. Purpose of the Job As part of the Living Options Services, the Team Leader will be a part of the management team and will support the Registered Manager to meet the Residential Care Homes Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005 and DHSSPS Residential Care Homes Minimum Standards, August 2011. They will: Essential Criteria 1. A minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a health & social care or related discipline AND at least 2 years’ experience in a social care setting providing support/care. OR A minimum of GCSE English & Maths (A* - C) or equivalent AND at least 3 years’ experience in a regulated care or support environment. 2. A Working knowledge of the needs of people with learning disabilities 3. Effective communication and experience of IT systems (eg. digital record keeping) Apply online at: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Monday, 12th October 2026 at 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Team Leader, Days
Job Ref 26-198-TLCL-CROFT-WEB Job Role Team Leader - Days Location Croft Communities Residential Services 71 Bloomfield Road Bangor BT20 4UR Salary £15.14 per hour Contract Permanent Hours 24 hrs per week 2x 12-hour shifts, over 7-day cover. Flexibility is required to work within the rota system in order to meet the needs of the residents, the service and statutory regulation and availability to work evenings and weekends as required. The Service Croft Communities Residential & Respite Services provide residential support to adults with learning disabilities. Croft Lodge is a seven-bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. Purpose of the Job As part of the Living Options Services, the Team Leader will be a part of the management team and will support the Registered Manager to meet the Residential Care Homes Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005 and DHSSPS Residential Care Homes Minimum Standards, August 2011. They will: Essential Criteria 1. A minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a health & social care or related discipline AND at least 2 years’ experience in a social care setting providing support/care. OR A minimum of GCSE English & Maths (A* - C) or equivalent AND at least 3 years’ experience in a regulated care or support environment. 2. A Working knowledge of the needs of people with learning disabilities 3. Effective communication and experience of IT systems (eg. digital record keeping) Apply online at: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Monday, 12th October 2026 at 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note – At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer sponsorship
Support Worker
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit for the following permanent position: Support Worker – Days Job Ref: 26-196-SWMH-CROFT-WEB Job Role: Support Worker – Days Salary: £13.45 per hour Contract: Permanent Location: Croft Communities, 71 Bloomfield Rd, Bangor, BT20 4UR Hours: 18 hours per week (7-day cover) Flexibility is required to ensure the needs of the service are met. Support Workers must be available to work unsociable hours and on public holidays on a rotational basis. Working Pattern can be discussed. The Service: Croft Communities provide residential support to adults with learning disabilities. The Support Worker is part of the Croft Communities team and the main purpose of their role is to provide care and support to service users with a learning disability to enable them to live happy and fulfilled lives reaching their full potential within their local community. Mayne House is a residential service in Bangor, Co Down. Mayne House is registered with RQIA to provide residential care to 9 service users with learning disability. The service provides 24 hour tailored care. Croft Lodge is a seven-bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. The Role: The role of Support Worker always requires a team approach with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. This includes: Assist service users with activities of daily living and facilitate inclusion of service users in a broad range of activities. Support service users with identified personal care and support needs. Support Workers are required to work flexibly and be available to work unsociable hours and public holidays on a rotational basis. Benefits: Essential Criteria: A minimum of 6 months caring experience (paid employment or personal caring responsibilities). Effective verbal and written communication to include numeracy skills. Interest in working with people in a care environment. Awareness of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities. Apply online at: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Monday, 12th October 2026 at 10:00 am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.
Support Worker, Night Awake
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit for the following permanent position: Support Worker – Nights Awake Job Ref: 26-197-NSWMH-CROFT-WEB Job Role: Support Worker – Nights Awake Salary: £13.45 per hour Contract: Permanent Location: Croft Communities, 71 Bloomfield Rd, Bangor, BT20 4UR Hours: 36 hours per week (7-day cover) Flexibility is required to ensure the needs of the service are met. Support Workers must be available to work unsociable hours and on public holidays on a rotational basis. Working Pattern can be discussed. The Service: Croft Communities provide residential support to adults with learning disabilities. The Support Worker is part of the Croft Communities team and the main purpose of their role is to provide care and support to service users with a learning disability to enable them to live happy and fulfilled lives reaching their full potential within their local community. Mayne House is a residential service in Bangor, Co Down. Mayne House is registered with RQIA to provide residential care to 9 service users with learning disability. The service provides 24 hour tailored care. Croft Lodge is a seven-bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. The Role: The role of Support Worker always requires a team approach with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. This includes: Assist service users with activities of daily living and facilitate inclusion of service users in a broad range of activities. Essential Criteria: A minimum of 6 months caring experience (paid employment or personal caring responsibilities). Effective verbal and written communication to include numeracy skills. Interest in working with people in a care environment. Awareness of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities. Apply online at: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Monday, 12th October 2026 at 10:00 am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER. Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.
Maintenance Technician
Job Description: Maintenance Technicians and planned maintenance of plant, equipment, plant services, design upgrading, fabrication and installation of equipment; Deliver a high quality maintenance service to production; Resolve operational or technical equipment problems to minimise processing/manufacturing interruptions resulting from equipment breakdowns/failures; Involvement in customer technical audits; Electrical Experience; Ensure implementation of company policy with respect to: Health and Safety, Hygiene, Quality and Maintenance procedures; Adhere to Health and Safety guidelines; Work as a member of the Mechanical Maintenance team, including contributing to a positive team environment and supporting the training and development of others Requirements: 2+ years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician Ability to trouble shoot and repair damaged or poor performing equipment; Problem Solving Skills; Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills; A flexible attitude and a proven record as a strong team player; Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines; Knowledge of, and commitment to maintenance planning techniques and philosophies, including a continuous improvement approach. ABP are Recruiting in the following Location(s): ABP Bandon ABP Cahir ABP Clones ABP Nenagh ABP Rathkeale ABP Waterford ABP Slaney ICM Camolin ICM Navan Other Details: Minimum annual remuneration: €39,520 Standard working week 39 hours Training in English language skills, company operating procedures will be provided.
Maintenance Technician
Job Description: Maintenance Technicians and planned maintenance of plant, equipment, plant services, design upgrading, fabrication and installation of equipment; Deliver a high quality maintenance service to production; Resolve operational or technical equipment problems to minimise processing/manufacturing interruptions resulting from equipment breakdowns/failures; Involvement in customer technical audits; Electrical Experience; Ensure implementation of company policy with respect to: Health and Safety, Hygiene, Quality and Maintenance procedures; Adhere to Health and Safety guidelines; Work as a member of the Mechanical Maintenance team, including contributing to a positive team environment and supporting the training and development of others Requirements: 2+ years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician Ability to trouble shoot and repair damaged or poor performing equipment; Problem Solving Skills; Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills; A flexible attitude and a proven record as a strong team player; Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines; Knowledge of, and commitment to maintenance planning techniques and philosophies, including a continuous improvement approach. ABP are Recruiting in the following Location(s): ABP Bandon ABP Cahir ABP Clones ABP Nenagh ABP Rathkeale ABP Waterford ABP Slaney ICM Camolin ICM Navan Other Details: Minimum annual remuneration: €39,520 Standard working week 39 hours Training in English language skills, company operating procedures will be provided.
Quality Compliance Coordinator
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, county Westmeath. We are seeking a Compliance Coordinator to play a key role in maintaining and continuously improving our Food Safety and Quality Management Systems. Reporting to the Site Quality Manager, the successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with customer Codes of Practice, BRCGS, IFS, and internal standards. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced quality professional to drive food safety culture, support audit readiness, lead compliance initiatives, and contribute to continuous improvement across a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Role Overview
Online Shopping Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Shop and fulfil orders on behalf of our customers using the SuperValu.ie service. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous retail experience is desirable is desirable Shop to specific targets whilst being selective and accurate with products Excellent communication skills Accuracy, attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Shop to specific targets whilst being selective and accurate with products Have good product knowledge to ensure the items that are picked are of the highest quality and substitution chosen are appropriate Pack the products in the correct temperature zone and in such a way they arrive at the customers€,, home in perfect condition Make decisions on behalf of customers if products ordered are unavailable Work on own initiative with very little supervision Keep up to date with team communication Deal with routine customer queries.
Practitioner Spiritual & Psychological Care
Pastoral Care at Marymount University Hospital & Hospice seeks to address the emotional and spiritual needs of palliative care patients and their families as part of the organisation’s holistic approach to care. Pastoral Care services also extend to staff who care for palliative and elderly care patients, supporting them to give of their best in line with Marymount’s Mission, Philosophy, and Ethical Code. While rooted in the Catholic origins of the hospital, this Ethical Code recognises and respects the increasing diversity of society and is committed to meeting the needs of individuals of all religious denominations, spiritual traditions, and of none. The Pastoral Care Member will be an active contributor within a small, highly professional team, accompanying patients and families through times of suffering, upheaval, bereavement, and change, and offering comfort and inner healing through presence, conversation, or sacramental ministry. The role may also support Marymount staff during periods of work-related stress or personal difficulty. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Clinical and Pastoral Care In this role, the successful candidate will: • Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, care planning, and the delivery of care, with particular focus on the spiritual dimension of care, maintaining effective communication and positive working relationships with the multidisciplinary team. • Ensure the appropriate conduct of bereavement ceremonies, sacramental liturgies, and religious and spiritual services to a high professional standard. • Provide appropriate opportunities for emotional support, reflection, prayer, and professional counselling, in line with individual needs and wishes. • Maintain awareness of current ethical issues in healthcare and engage constructively with hospital leadership where ethical matters arise. • Respond to requests from staff for emotional, spiritual, and religious support, including facilitating access to professional supervision, the Employee Assistance Programme, and staff wellbeing initiatives (e.g. prayer, mindfulness, yoga). • Respond to internal or external events affecting patients or staff where a collective response or ritual may be appropriate. • Take responsibility for the Ministry of the Eucharist and sacristy. • Ensure that any religious or spiritual service providers not accredited by the Hospital receive prior approval. • Promote and maintain best practice within the Pastoral Care service to ensure consistent quality of care. Patient and Family Support The successful candidate will also: • Ensure patients and families are visited in a timely manner following admission, with visits tailored to identified needs. • Conduct emotional, spiritual, and religious needs assessments professionally, respecting patient and family preferences regarding ongoing contact. • Provide direct pastoral care in line with individual wishes, with particular competence in supporting loss, grief, and bereavement. • Liaise with patients’ own ministers of religion or spiritual advisors, where appropriate. • Participate in the Hospital’s on-call service via the pager system, in line with duty arrangements. Pastoral Care services are offered to all patients and families in a manner respectful of faith, culture, and belief. Teamwork and Collaboration In relation to teamwork, the candidate will: • Communicate effectively as a member of the Pastoral Care and wider multidisciplinary teams. • Demonstrate understanding of roles, responsibilities, and group dynamics within professional team structures. • Respect diversity and deal constructively with conflict to ensure service-user-focused care. • Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive and supportive team culture. Professional Commitment and Governance In relation to professional and organisational responsibilities, the candidate will: • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development through training and engagement with relevant professional bodies. • Uphold the Hospital’s professional codes of conduct and engage with the Mission Committee as required. • Uphold Marymount’s values to an exemplary level in character and practice. • Develop relevant competencies aligned with the Palliative Care Competence Framework. • Participate in research, education, audit, and training activities, including induction and mission training for new staff. • Ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements and relevant hospital policies. • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patient, family, staff, and hospital information. • Engage in external professional supervision as appropriate and support education planning for team members. Planning and Organisation In relation to planning and organisation, the candidate will: • Plan and deliver the duties of the role effectively within a person-centred care framework. • Comply with all record-keeping and reporting requirements to an excellent standard. • Manage competing priorities, multitask appropriately, and work within structured systems. • Anticipate challenges and take preventative action where possible. • Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and openness to change in a busy healthcare environment. While the above outlines the core duties of the role, it is not exhaustive. The role will evolve in response to service needs, organisational priorities, and the changing context of care, and the post holder will be expected to undertake additional duties consistent with the nature and level of the role. Confidentiality The post holder will have access to sensitive personal and organisational information. All such information is strictly confidential and must not be disclosed except in the proper performance of duties or when authorised to do so. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications: 1. Meet one of the following qualification requirements: o Have successfully completed Clinical Pastoral Education (minimum of three units); or o Hold a professionally recognised pastoral care or chaplaincy qualification; or o Hold an accredited counselling or psychotherapy qualification; and o Have a minimum of two years’ post-qualification professional experience. 2. Possess the requisite knowledge, skills, and suitability for the proper discharge of the role, including a well-developed understanding of the spiritual, religious, ethical, and psychological issues experienced by patients with life-limiting illness and their families. 3. Demonstrate excellent teamwork skills, with experience in fostering a culture of welcome and inclusion for people of all faiths and of none. 4. Demonstrate personal maturity, empathy, sensitivity, integrity, and resilience, together with appropriate levels of emotional and spiritual intelligence. 5. A clearly articulated philosophy of pastoral care, with insight into professional competencies, boundaries, and self-care. Desirable Qualifications and / or experience 1. Demonstrated experience in pastoral care within a healthcare or palliative care setting, including bereavement support. 2. A sound understanding of palliative care principles, including the integration of spiritual, emotional, ethical, and psychosocial dimensions of care. 3. Knowledge of diverse religious, spiritual, and philosophical traditions, and the ability to work inclusively with patients and families of all faiths and none. 4. Experience of collaborative practice within multidisciplinary teams, with an interest in education, reflective practice, and relevant research. Please note this is a part-time position consisting of 28 hours per week on a 2 year fixed term contract. Closing date: Monday 5th October at 12:00 pm
Social Care Worker (Community)
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 Job Objectives Working with Children/Young People/Families/Carers • To participate in the development and implementation of Care Plans and to ensure appropriate recording of same. • To promote the rights and responsibilities of each child/young person within the Service. • Assist in enabling parents/guardians/carers/families to sustain the safe care of their children in the home setting. • To promote physical, emotional, social and religious welfare of each young person. • To liaise with the parent, family, general services and other agencies on behalf of the young person. • To attend meetings in relation to the care and developments of the Children and their families • To promote the participation of children and young people in decision making on issues that affect their lives at both individual and collective levels. • Participate in the completion of preliminary screening and assessments, safety planning as required under Children’s First in line with Standard Business Processes, this should be done in consultation with the relevant line manager. • Compliance with relevant Tusla policies. • Attendance at Court when required. • Direct work with children/young people/parents/guardians/foster carers etc. • Facilitating and supporting family contact for children care. • Lone working. • Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Administration and Accountability • To attend team meetings and to report to the designated Manager on matters affecting the delivery of service. • To make written and verbal reports to the designated Manager on a regular basis on the progress of development of the children and their families. • Reporting and recording any incidents, however minor, that may happen to the / children and their families or are caused by them. • To be familiar with emergency procedures and to know who to contact in an emergency. • Ensure Child protection procedures are followed in accordance with the responsibilities of a designated officer. • To keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • To implement the Child and Family Agency’s procedures and policies. • To undertake ongoing professional training and development. • To attend regular supervision with the designated Manager. • To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. Team Work • Participate in working within a team centred consistent approach. • Working with other professionals and external stakeholders • Participate in regular team meetings, SOS groups, supervision. • Provision of training to Service User, colleagues and external stakeholders Training & Professional Development • Participate in regular professional supervision. • Participate in further training and development as required. • Provide guidance and education for work experience students. • Engage in reflective and evidence based practice. • Keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • Be responsible for own health and wellbeing in order to carry out the duties of the role / is committed to managing own work / life balance. 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 Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Be registered in the Social Care Worker Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained at CORU (or have entitlement to be registered and obtain registration prior to appointment). Proof of CORU application will be required. AND • Maintain live annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. AND • 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.
