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Details of Service Cork University Hospital (CUH) has approximately 800 beds and this will increase further to 1,000 beds on completion of the transfer of additional services to the CUH campus. CUH currently employs approximately 4,571 (WTE) staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in University College Cork (UCC). UCC is the Academic partner of the South/South West Hospital Group. CUH has very strong relationships with each of the six schools within the Science Faculty of UCC and this is a key area for future development to maximise the opportunities for both the service and academia. CUH is a recommended Major Trauma Centre for the Republic of Ireland due to the wide range of specialties delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Oncology, Haematology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Neonatology and Emergency Medicine. CUH is JAG accredited and is a Magnet4Europe Hospital. CUH is the tertiary referral centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of approx. 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional centre for a total a population of 1.2 million. Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. 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. Purpose of the Post The post of CNM 2 has a pivotal role in service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities are quality assurance, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development, facilitating communication and professional / clinical leadership. Theatre Complex and Surgical Hub The Theatre Complex and Surgical Hub in CUH will ensure the provision of elective and emergency surgical procedures in the specialist theatre environments of Cardiothoracic, General, Vascular, Orthopaedic, Neurosurgery, Pancreatic, Colorectal, Plastics, Trauma, Urology, Renal, Hepatobiliary, Gynaecology and day procedures for adults and children. The Theatre Complex works on a 24/7 basis. There are a total of 13 theatres and 15 recovery bays. The Surgical Hub at Cork University Hospital (CUH) will be a dedicated facility designed to enhance day-case surgery and ambulatory capacity, addressing public waiting lists in advance of the development of regional elective hospitals. It will be located on the CUH campus, a Model 4 hospital, and will operate under the governance of CUH’s surgical/perioperative directorate. Clinical Skills Facilitator The Clinical Skills Facilitator provides clinical support to nurses in becoming competent, skilled and professional members of the multidisciplinary team who provide exemplary care to our service users. The Clinical Skills Facilitator also supports nurses in developing clinical skills and competencies in order to fulfil their roles and responsibilities in an ever changing health service. The role centres on the identification, support and provision of learning opportunities in clinical nursing practice. The post holder will work across all relevant areas of the CUH campus including the Theatre Complex and Surgical Hub. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Noreen O’ Leary (Assistant Director of Nursing) 086 7872340 or Email : noreen.oleary@hse.ie - for further information about the role Contact Tamara Broderick- People Resourcing, Tamara.broderick@hse.ie – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process
Clinical Nurse Manager Acute Medical Decision Unit / Floor, University Hospital
Details of Service Cork University Hospital (CUH) has approximately 800 beds and this will increase further to 1,000 beds on completion of the transfer of additional services to the CUH campus. CUH currently employs approximately 4,571 (WTE) staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in University College Cork (UCC). UCC is the Academic partner of the South/South West Hospital Group. CUH has very strong relationships with each of the six schools within the Science Faculty of UCC and this is a key area for future development to maximise the opportunities for both the service and academia. CUH is one of only two Major Trauma Centres in the Republic of Ireland due to the wide range of specialties delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Oncology, Haematology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Neonatology and Emergency Medicine. CUH is JAG accredited and is a Magnet4Europe Hospital. CUH is the tertiary referral centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of approx. 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional centre for a total a population of 1.2 million. Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. 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. Purpose of the Post To be responsible for the management, care and treatment of service users, to ensure that the optimum standard of care is provided within the designated area(s) of responsibility. The primary role of the CNM 1 will be one of clinical and professional leadership and development in the nursing team, including the development of nursing staff by means of in-service training, orientation of new staff and arranging for clinical experience and supervision of student nurses where this is appropriate. Acute Floor The Acute Floor comprises of the Emergency Department, Acute Medical Assessment Unit, Acute Medical Decision Unit and the Bandon/Blackwater Suite. Acutely unwell medical patients are admitted to the Acute Floor on a 24/7 basis. There is a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary teamwork across the Acute Floor. Prompt assessment and treatment by the multidisciplinary team is a cornerstone of efficient and effective management of these patients and this post requires an individual with strong leadership and team skills. The CNM1 will participate actively in the Nursing Management structure by ‘acting up’ when required in all areas within the Acute Floor. The CNM1 will work closely with the Assistant Directors of Nursing and Senior Nursing Team across the Acute Floor to ensure patient safety and flow as part of the Emergency Medicine and Acute Care Directorate. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Siobhan Scanlon– Assistant Director of Nursing, Siobhan.scanlon@hse.ie / 0867872209 - for further information about the role Contact Tamara Broderick- People Resourcing, Tamara.broderick@hse.ie – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process
Receptionist - Clerical Officer
Details of Service Horizons, Cope Foundation in Cork Communities, one of the largest providers of services and supports to people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism in Ireland is on a journey of transformation and change. Horizons currently supports over 2,800 children and adults of every ability to live ‘Your Life, Your Way’. We work to enhance the lives of people with an intellectual disability and/or autism; working in partnership with them, their families and local communities to provide a broad range of person-centred services and supports. These services and supports are currently provided through our network of over 70 locations across Cork City and County. Purpose of the Post To support the administration process in Horizons which aligns to the goals and objectives outlined by the service. Principal Duties and Responsibilities In line with Horizons policies, procedures and best practice standards the Clerical Officer will: Administration • Provide office support, answer queries and provide a reception / telephone service • Keep themselves appraised of the relevant documentation / procedures as relevant • Manage data - including maintaining, correcting, collating, interrogating, validating and processing data • Maintain accurate up to date records filing systems and records (computerised / paper copy) • Assist in and / or prepare reports as necessary • Provide required information and support to Service Managers and teams, team members, people we support, members of the public etc. • Action all communications in a timely manner • Undertake any other administrative support and assignments as directed • Represent Horizons in a positive manner Customer Service • Promote and maintain a customer focused environment • Ensure that the people we support are treated with dignity and respect • Act on feedback from people we support/customers and report same to Line Manager Service Delivery and Improvement • Actively participate in innovation and support change and improvement initiatives within the service • Identify potential problems / inconsistencies in a timely manner and consult with Line Manager as appropriate GDPR • Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and data protection Standards, Policies, Procedures and Legislation • Maintain own knowledge of relevant employer policies, procedures, guidelines and practices, to perform the role effectively • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated Horizons protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service 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 Candidates must have at the latest date of application: Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have: (i) Obtained at least grade D (or pass) in Higher or Ordinary Level in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Leaving Certificate Applied. Or (ii) Passed an examination of at least equivalent standard Or (iii) Satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills and (iv) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and administrative ability, for the proper discharge of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Skills, Competencies and/or Knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience • Demonstrates knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties & responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role • Maximises the use of ICT, demonstrating excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft Office, Outlook etc. • Demonstrates the ability to work in line with policies and procedures Planning and Managing Resources • Demonstrates the ability to plan and organise own workload in an effective and methodical manner • Delivers within timescales and to a quality standard • Takes responsibilities for work and sees it through to completion Commitment to a Quality Service • Demonstrates a commitment to providing a quality service e.g. pays close and accurate attention to detail in their work • Demonstrates awareness and appreciation of the service user • Embraces the change agenda; demonstrates the ability to be flexible and adaptable in a changing work environment Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making • Demonstrates strong analytical and numeracy skills, including the ability to analyse data to inform decisions • Thinks through decisions to make sure they are in line with policy and local practice • Gathers information from enough sources and other people to make well founded decisions Team working • Demonstrates the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team • Contributes to a positive team spirit • Demonstrates a willingness to become involved and help team members if they are under pressure Communication & Interpersonal Skills • Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner • Strong written communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders; treats others with dignity and respect Shortlisting for Interview Candidates shortlisted A shortlisting exercise will be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. Salary: The 15-point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026: €31,618, €33,368, €33,799, €34,673, €35,951, €37,230, €38,510, €39,441, €40,492, €41,713, €42,578, €43,787, €45,008, €47,298, €48,927 LSI New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (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.
QA Packaging Compliance Officer
Job Overview The QA Packaging Compliance Officer is involved in primarily all Packaging line related Quality queries. They are primarily involved in the Quality checks and routine monitoring of the set-up, operation and compliance of all packaging line operations from a Quality perspective. The position will be heavily involved in the reduction/minimisation of any errors and ensuring compliance on all line operations. The QA Compliance officer will work closely and in conjunction with the existing Production packaging line staff, change control staff and existing QA personnel to ensure the materials being packed are compliant and according to the specification requirements. The role will provide an independent QA oversight on packaging operations to improve efficiencies, reduce errors and ensure GMP compliance. This role will involve working a 3-shift pattern to include days, evenings and night shifts. The Working Hours for this position will be Monday to Friday 6am-2pm, Sunday night to Friday morning 10pm-6am and Monday to Friday 2pm-10pm. Main Activities/Tasks Benefits: Free Life Assurance Company Pension - salary sacrifice scheme Healthcare cash plan 32 days annual leave Wedding Leave Company Sick Pay Company Maternity / Paternity Paid bereavement leave Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Purchase Scheme Employee Savings scheme Employee well-being initiatives Employee Assistance Programme On-site free parking Subsidised Canteen Facilities Employee Perks scheme Employee Recognition scheme Career development opportunities
Registrar In Emergency Medicine
The successful candidates will be required to commence on Monday 13th July 2026. Further information regarding Cork University Hospitals Group can be found on: https://www.cuh.hse.ie/ In addition to providing the full range of Adult, Paediatric, Resuscitation, Ambulatory and Observational medicine streams, the CUH Emergency Department is designated nationally to provide pre-hospital support with a fully equipped rapid response car and telemedicine advice for Advanced Paramedics and ships at sea. Cork University Hospital is the largest statutory / Health Service Executive (HSE) hospital in Ireland and the only Model 4 hospital in the state with all acute surgical and medical specialities integrated on the same campus (Adults, Paediatrics, Maternity and Mental Health). It is consistently one of the busiest Model 4 hospitals in Ireland, and aspires to be one of the best. Cork University Hospital (CUH) is a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment area of HSE South, and also provides a number of supra-regional services in a range of specialities to the entire southern one third of Ireland, spanning 3 other RHA areas. https://about.hse.ie/our-work/hse-health-regions/ At a national level, CUH is one of two designated Level 1 trauma centres in the country, one of two 24/7 neurosurgical and stroke thrombectomy centres, one of five 24/7 PPCI centres, one of four cardiothoracic surgical centres, one of two comprehensive coagulation & haemophilia centres, a cystic fibrosis centre, and one of eight (NCCP) Cancer Centres, the only one with all tumour pathways, diagnostics, modalities and treatments under one provider. 98% of children cared for by CUH receive all their care in Cork. Cork University Hospitals Group (CUHG) is the HSE statutory acute hospital provider for Cork (the largest county in Ireland, and its second largest city). The group comprises 3 acute hospitals, Cork University Hospital Wilton (Model 4), Mallow General Hospital (Model 2) and Bantry General Hospital. University College Cork is the academic partner of the South-South West Hospital Group. Cork University Hospital has very strong relationships with each of the five schools within the College of Medicine and Health. CUH Group has over 5000 staff across its various sites, and is the primary teaching hospital for University College Cork, simultaneously delivering the largest number of academic clinical placements and the largest number of clinical research trials of any hospital in Ireland.
Social Worker, Senior Grade
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Worker Senior Grade to join our team in a Children’s Disability Network Team based at Curraheen, Cork . Contract Type: Temporary 1 year Fixed Term Contract Contract Hours: 17.5 hours per week Salary Scale: €69,179 to €81,393pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 days pro rata Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Social Worker services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Must be registered in the Social Work Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board at CORU And Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU And Have 3 years full time (or an aggregate of 3 years full time) relevant post qualification experience And Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office And Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. · Experience working with children with disabilities and their families. · Experience in providing training to parents and other professionals. · Experience in supervision of staff. · Experience in managing resources. · In-depth understanding of Children’s First legislation. · Must be eligible to work in the State · Full clean Driving Licence and access to own transport Desirable Criteria: · 1 years’ experience as a Senior Grade or in other similar type role. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 6th May 2026 before noon A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Assistant Staff Officer, Regional Quality & Patient Safety
The Quality & Patient Safety Function supports the implementation of the quality & safety agenda across a broad range of services that include Acute, Primary Care, Social Inclusion, Older Persons, Disabilities, Mental Health and Health & Wellbeing Services. The department supports and develops structures, systems and processes for reporting on the following functions: · Quality, Risk and Incident Management · Occupational Health & Safety · Safeguarding & Protection · Assisted Decision Making · Infection Prevention & Control and Antimicrobial stewardship · Service Feedback & Complaints Management · Patient and Service User Engagement The department also ensures correct application of current quality, safety and risk management policies and legislation across the HSE South West Region.
Multi-task Attendant, Community Healthcare Area, Extended
The role of the Multitask Attendant (MTA) is to work as part of a team in the delivery of high quality, person centred direct and indirect care to patients/ residents/ service users, under the direction of qualified nursing/other designated officer. To provide direct and indirect day-to-day care for residents. Support the provision of a high quality, hygienic and customer focused service including: • Assisting Nurses and healthcare staff in caring for residents. • Use a person-centred approach to high quality resident care. • Provide high standards in housekeeping, catering, laundry, portering or general duties as assigned. • Promote service user choice and independence. • Complete the relevant documentation as required as part of the role. • Adhere to HSE policies and procedures Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification, Candidate Information Document & Application Form. All of these documents are located at the bottom of this advertisement. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification associated with post before completing your application form. For any technical issues with uploading the application form please contact Liam.Murphy4@hse.ie
Travel Claims Handler
What you’ll be doing: You will be responsible for assessing claims in a proactive manner and providing technical claims advice in accordance with the applicable policy terms of each contract. Take personal ownership for the quality of allocated work, and the advice given to members of the public and intermediaries, ensuring the quality of call handling is in accordance with AXA Assistance service delivery standards. The role will require a certain level of technical claims knowledge and a calm, polite and assured telephone manner Individual Responsibilities:
Civil Engineering Technician Apprentice
PUNCH Consulting Engineers is one of Ireland’s leading and most experienced Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancies. Since 1973, we have grown to be one of the largest Irish-owned consultancies, with vast experience in multi-disciplinary services including Civil, Environmental, Structural, Roads & Bridges, Marine & Energy and Conservation. At PUNCH we Engineer Legacies and are consistent recipients of numerous prestigious Awards across RIAI and ACEI. We have offices in Dublin, Limerick, Cork, Galway and Glasgow, Scotland. As part of our civil or building engineering division you will be a valued member of the teams delivering high profile projects across Ireland. You will develop your skills along with your academic learning to achieve the professional accreditation of a “Higher Certificate in Civil Engineering Level 6” after 2 years, with the opportunity to advance to “Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Level 7” after 1 further year of work and study. About The Role
