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Parent Support Worker Location : Southeastern Trust Area, based in North Down and Ards - Remote Salary: £13.48 per hour (Scale point 21) Contract: Permanent Work hours: 10 hours per week - two days a week required, must include Thursdays. Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need. BCM Parents' Support programme aims to help parents and their children (5–13-year-olds) by offering both emotional and practical support through early intervention. This is offered via home-based support, formal group work and informal peer support groups to parents. What we can offer you Please refer to the job description for further details. Belfast Central Mission is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Chef
Chef Advance your career with Dunnes Stores and Baxter & Greene Market Deli Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We are known for offering a wide range of high-quality products to our customers. With a strong brand presence and a loyal customer base, we pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences that resonate with our customers. Found within many of our stores is Baxter & Greene Market Deli. Baxter & Greene is a contemporary and stylish Market Deli where carefully selected products are freshly prepared and cooked every day in store by our team of skilled chefs and delicatessen staff. By using innovative and creative ideas, our team endeavour to produce and present wholesome food of an exceptionally high standard, and that’s where you’ll come in. As a Chef within Baxter & Greene Market Deli, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your culinary skills and advance your food career within a nationwide retailer. You’ll also receive a Dunnes Stores employee discount from your very first day. The Role The primary function of the Chef is to take accountability for the counter and kitchen. This role will see you delivering exceptional customer care, meeting operational standards to maximise sales and profitability, all while maintain costs alongside the Deli Manager. Key Responsibilities Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Clinical Midwife Manager University Maternity Hospital
Details of Service Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) are delivered within the HSE South West Region, Maternity Network which is based on the principles of partnership and integration and strongly supports the involvement of the multidisciplinary team in service provision. CUMH is a 150 bedded Tertiary Referral Centre for Maternity, Neonatology and Gynaecology located on the campus of Cork University Hospital. CUMH incorporates Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology Services in the Cork University Hospital Group within the Health Service Executive Southern region. CUMH has approximately 7,000 births per annum and is a tertiary referral centre. CUMH is a site for clinical placements for student midwives and student nurses in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes delivered in partnership with University College Cork. CUMH incorporates the use of the MN-CMS (Maternal Newborn Clinical Management System) into care delivered at both units. There are four Maternity Units in Ireland South Women and Infants Network – University Hospital Waterford, University Hospital Kerry, Cork University Maternity Hospital and Tipperary University Hospital - spanning four of the largest counties in the country. Maternity Services includes Neonatology and Gynaecology as well as Midwifery and Obstetrics. The Group’s Primary Academic partner is University College Cork. A wide range of educational programmes and research is conducted within all hospitals in the Group. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: · Integrated, locally planned and delivered · Easier to access and navigate · Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: · South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG · Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: · Acute Hospitals · Primary care services · Community services · Social care services · Health and social care professionals · Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026 The post holder will be employed as part of the multidisciplinary team at the designated Maternity Hospital. Purpose of the post To provide professional/ clinical leadership in the designated area(s) of responsibility. To oversee the management of resources including staffing and staff development. To facilitate communication across the healthcare teams. The post of CMM3 has a pivotal role in service planning and development, co-ordinating and managing activity and resources within the clinical area. The CMM3’s responsibilities include: Risk management, overseeing the quality of nursing and midwifery care, the development and implementation of policy and procedures, the monitoring of activity and the delivery of agreed levels of service for the designated area(s). The CMM3 plays a key role in providing clinical and professional leadership and promoting the values of the organisation and should provide efficient and effective budgetary management of services. RESPONSIBLE FOR: • Programme Coordination and Delivery • Coordinate and support the implementation and delivery of the following programmes in the hospital setting: • Newborn Blood Spot Screening Service (NBBSS) including Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)- Bacillus Calmette‑Guérin.(BCG) Vaccination Programme • Respiratory Syncytial Virus(RSV) Immunisation Programme • Seasonal Staff Influenza Programme • Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Screening As part of the above listed programmes the postholder will be responsible for preparing hospital readiness plans for programme rollout and ensure alignment with SWHG integrated services Ensure effective coordination between hospital and community services for programme delivery. The screening list is not exhaustive and may include future screening programmes. RESPONSIBLE FOR: As part of the above listed programmes the postholder will be responsible for preparing hospital readiness plans for programme rollout and ensure alignment with SSWHG integrated services Ensure effective coordination between hospital and community services for programme delivery. The screening list is not exhaustive and may include future screening programmes. We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Katie Bourke, Director of Midwifery at Katie.Bourke@hse.ie or 086-8231188 for further information about the role. Contact Meagan McGlynn, Adminstrative Officer, People Resourcing at meagan.mcglynn@hse.ie for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.
Multi-task Attendant
Remuneration The salary scale for the post (as at 01/06/2026) is: €36,651 – €38,130 – €39,687 – €40,101 – €41,118 – €41,998 – €43,264 – €44,577 – €45,939 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the Post The Multi-Task Attendant will be responsible for the cleaning of the environment of the hospital. They will perform catering duties within wards and departments throughout the hospital, as well as patient care as directed by the Clinical Nurse Manager / Nurse in Charge. Principal Duties and Responsibilities General Cleaning • Responsible for the general cleaning of the hospital and areas as identified by the Ward Manager. • Ensure the agreed standard of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained in all areas by using the approved cleaning materials. • Use and care of cleaning equipment as trained. • Be responsible for the segregation and safe disposable of waste to designated areas. • Perform daily or evening cleaning of ward areas, bathrooms, toilets, walls, floors, corridors, beds patient equipment and household and clinical waste bins. • Perform daily or evening deep clean /isolation cleaning of assigned areas by manual cleaning and machine cleaning. • Complete Cleaning Checklists as cleaning is carried out. • Ensure all cleaning documentation is kept up to date and available for inspection e.g. ward cleaning checks, bed cleaning programme. • Ensure ward cleaning supplies are used economically and replenished. • Ensure patient’s property is respected at all times. • Report any equipment faults to person in charge. • Check and clean specified equipment and ensure instructions are followed during operation and maintenance. • To use designated cleaning products with caution, following guidelines appropriate to their use and ensuring all cleaning materials are used economically. Products will be kept in a locked cupboard/ room when not in use. These supplies should be monitored to ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained. • Immediate attention to be given to all spillage’s including tea, coffee, water, urine, faeces, vomit etc in order to reduce the risk of accidents. • Use of floor scrubber and buffering of designated floor areas on the units. • Adherence to Health and Safety Guidelines and the use of hazard signs. Patient Care • Nursing staff will delegate patient care duties in accordance with their professional judgement and within the competence of the Multi-Task Attendant. • Patients/clients may require assistance in some or all activities of daily living. It is the duty of the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care required by the patient. The primary role of the Multi-Task Attendant is to assist the nurse in the implementation of the care, as determined by the Registered Nurse. • The transporting of patients from the ward and various departments, either in beds, on trolleys, in wheelchairs or walking. • When necessary to remain with patients in these areas and to assist patients. • Communicate any observations on the patients to the nursing staff. • Answer patient call bells when nursing staff are busy. • To assist nursing staff with moving and handling of patients. • To assist patients with their personal care, toileting and bathing as requested by the patient or nursing staff. • To assist with the preparation of patients for surgery as instructed by the ward manager. • Transfer of equipment as required. • To be aware of safety issues pertaining to patients and colleagues. • To adhere to Infection Control Guidelines. • To adhere to Hospital Guidelines. • Participating in the social and activity programmes in the Care of the Elderly setting. • Refer all queries to the nurse in charge. • Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of patients, staff or visitors and take appropriate action. • Multi-Task Attendants should conduct themselves in a manner that conveys respect of the individual and ensures safe patient care, including confidentiality, courtesy, accountability, communication, dignity, privacy, health and safety. Catering Duties • Assist with patient preparation for mealtimes i.e. patient’s are made comfortable and prepare bed table area for tray service. • Distribute jugs of water / ice and glasses to the patient’s morning and evening and as required. • Distribute, input details and collect menu cards from the patients daily. • Assist with increasing awareness of Protected Mealtimes and the National Visitors Guidelines. • Record patients’ dietary requirements on summary sheet for main kitchen. • Ensure that bed tables are cleaned prior to and after food service. • Assist patients with feeding at mealtimes in consultation with CMN or Nurse in charge at mealtimes and monitor food intake. Record/ report as required. • Assist with the preparation and presentation of food, make beverages, snacks, sandwiches, etc. as required and serve. • Liaise with CNM / Dietician on patient requirements. • Collect food trolleys and ensure trays / trolleys are prepared for meal service in accordance with best practice for patients. • Ensure appropriate serving utensils are used at all mealtimes in line with best practice. • Carry out and record food temperature checks before serving to the patient at mealtimes and record on temperature chart in ward pantries. • Record fridge temperature morning and evening and document, report any variances and take action. • Order / record food stock levels for patients from the main kitchen stores to ward pantries. • Ensure ward pantry and equipment i.e. microwave, toaster etc are cleaned in line with cleaning manual and pantry cleaning checklist is signed off. • Ensure that after each food service, catering trolley is cleaned down in the main wash up area and set up for next meal service. • Ensure segregation of food waste and paper at ward pantry in line with food waste and waste segregation procedures. • Report and label equipment breakdowns, and fill in appropriate requisition form with CNM Nurse in Charge on the ward / department. • Adhere to Hospital Catering and Hygiene policies. • Protective clothing to be worn while on duty. • Acquaint themselves with a knowledge of Health & Safety / Food Hygiene legislation. • Ensure work practice is in line with all hygiene and Health and Safety procedures, including HACCP guidelines. Waste & Laundry • Laundry bags not to be overfilled. • Appropriate procedure and guidelines to be followed for infected laundry. • Bags to be stored in the designated areas. • Clean laundry to be stored in the appropriate place. • Linen rooms to be kept clean and tidy at all times and linen trolleys prepared for bed making. • Collecting and tagging of household and clinical waste accumulated during the day and removal to designated areas. • Maintain safe work practices. • To handle domestic waste and clinical waste and ensure correct disposal to prevent cross infection. • Universal precautions to be taken with the handling and disposal of clinical waste. Operational • Be courteous and helpful to patients and their relatives and respect each person’s privacy and dignity at all times. • Present to work wearing the agreed attire and identification, having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene. • Allocation to various wards on rotation and will be required to perform day and night duty. • Acquaint themselves with Health & Safety at Work guidelines and obligations including elearning programmes on HSELand. • Ensure an adequate knowledge of the emergency action and fire plan. • Co-operate with periodic medical checks as required. • Conduct themselves in a manner that conveys respect of the individual and ensures safe client / patient care. • Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of clients / patients, staff or visitors to the person in charge and take appropriate action. • To attend meetings as required by the Unit Managers and Management Team in the Hospital with a view to maintaining high standards, open communication amongst staff and good levels of staff morale. • To attend and reach an acceptable standard of performance in courses internal and external and as designated appropriate by the employing authority. • Understand and adhere to all HSE policies, guidelines and procedures. • Not undertake any duty related to client / patient care for which they are not trained. • Apply precautions at all times to minimise the risks of cross infection e.g. clean up any spillages of bodily fluids. • Ensure that all equipment is stored and cleaned correctly, and storage areas are kept clean and tidy. • Follow Hospital Policy with regard to confidentially in relation to patient care. • In accordance with Health and Safety at work policy, it is each staff members’ responsibility to observe all rules relating to Health and Safety and Conduct at Work and to use any equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner. • Participate in appropriate in-service training sessions including fire safety, moving techniques in patients care, hand hygiene and any other such sessions as organised by hospital management. • Be able to work as part of a team. • Have knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) standards as they apply to the role. • Have knowledge of Children First and complete HSeLanD “Introduction to Children First” online e-learning programme. It is HSE policy that all staff irrespective of role, grade or position must promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm. • To be aware of: • Fire precautions and procedures and attend fire drills once a year. • Infection Control procedures. • Complaints procedures. • Incident and Accident reporting. • Hospital Risk Management. The above Job 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 them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or experience Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (a) i. Possess the relevant QQI Further Education and Training (FET) Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills. OR ii. FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support. OR iii. A relevant healthcare qualification. OR iv. Be currently employed as an Attendant, Multi-Task or a comparable role and be willing to undertake a QQI/FET Level 5 programme in Health Service skills or equivalent. AND (b) Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role. 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. Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate previous experience of working in a hospital/caring setting. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience Demonstrates: • Knowledge of the hospital environment. • Knowledge of: • Hygiene Procedures. • Food Hygiene and Food Safety. • Health & Safety. • Infection Control. • Knowledge of Health and Safety as relevant to the role. • The ability to work in line with relevant policies and procedures. Planning & Organising Demonstrates: • The ability to effectively plan and manage own workload in an effective and methodical manner. • The ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service Demonstrates: • A commitment to providing a quality service. • Awareness and ability to respect and maintain confidentially. Teamwork Demonstrates: • The ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team, promoting a positive team spirit. • Evidence of being able to work collaboratively with other staff in carrying out work tasks. Communication & Interpersonal Skills Demonstrates: • Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. • Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders; treats others with dignity and respect. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting/Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or 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. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
PDU Development Co-Ordinator - Social Enterprise
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Financial Accountant
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Director of Early Years Operations
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Account Manager
Job Overview As an Account Manager your role is pivotal to the success of the business. You are specifically accountable for delivering exceptional customer service across our existing and potential customer base. As an expert you are responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships within your targeted territory What we offer
Delivery Driver/Branch Assistant
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Sales Advisor
Job Overview Join the driving force behind the automotive aftermarket! At LKQ UK & Ireland, we're looking for a passionate and customer-focused Sales Advisor to help deliver outstanding service and grow lasting client relationships. If you're a team player with a talent for turning conversations into results, this is your opportunity to accelerate your career with an industry leader. What we offer
