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Nursery Assistant- Full-time Permanent Are you passionate about working with young children? Do you have a caring and patient nature? We’re looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our vibrant team, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children, all while enjoying a fantastic work-life balance. Our award-winning nursery is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their team! This is a full-time position, working 36 hours per week over 4 days between 7.15am and 6.00pm, according to a weekly rota. As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting in the daily care and supervision of the children and supporting the overall well-being of each child under your care. Why Join Us? 4-Day Working Week – More time for you to relax, explore hobbies, or spend time with loved ones! Supportive Environment – Work with a friendly, dedicated team of professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care and education. Personal Development – Receive ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career. Job responsibilities: - Responsible for the daily needs of the children in the nursery - Arranging and conducting play activities - Changing duties - Feeding duties - Cleaning duties - Assist the team to develop and implement play programmes - Maintain daily reports and observation records - Maintain open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and daily activities - Any other reasonable duties as required by management Essential criteria: - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Reliable, punctual and able to handle the physical demands of the job - Patient with a positive attitude - Ability to work well in a team and independently Desirable Criteria: - NVQ level 2 in childcare (or be working towards this) - CACHE diploma or equivalent - Previous experience in a day nursery or childcare setting Benefits: - Parking available - Uniform provided - Training and development opportunities in Childcare levels. - Strong team and company culture - Paid activities throught the year Access Ni Enhanced check As part of our vetting process we will ask you to complete and Enhanced Check through Access NI which we will fund. An AccessNI check is a criminal history disclosure service in Northern Ireland, similar to the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks in England and Wales. It allows employers, voluntary organizations, and certain bodies to request information about an individual’s criminal record (if any) to help make safer recruitment and vetting decisions. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in early years education, with a great balance between work and life, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey with us. * Must be aged 18 or over at the time of application
Supervisor
** Please read the Supervisor - Job Opportunity Candidate Information document before completing your application ** Reserve List Whilst the Council are recruiting for a permanent Supervisor please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Supervisor positions across the Council District for a period of 12 months. Job Summary The postholder will provide a customer support service, and supervise the customer support services provided by others, to individual and group patrons of Council’s Recreational Facilities, to help ensure visitor comfort, safety and enjoyment. This includes supervision of staff and of activity and ancillary areas, lifeguarding and cleaning and upkeep of facilities and equipment as required. As National Pool Lifeguard Trainer Assessors, postholders are responsible for the delivery of lifeguard qualification training for all relevant staff (ie wet side lifeguards, supervisors, swimming teachers) and maintenance of qualification programme in order to retain NMDDC accreditation as a Institute of Qualified Lifeguards Approved Training Centre. Duration of Appointment Permanent. Location Location is Down Leisure Centre, Downpatrick. The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice.
Fitness Advisor
Main Purpose of Post / Job Summary The postholder will provide customer service support to individual and group patrons of Leisure Facilities and other Recreational Facilities to help ensure visitor comfort, safety, and enjoyment. This includes fitness instruction, gym supervision, fitness class coaching (where qualified), and cleaning and upkeep of facilities and equipment as required. Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for undertaking fitness instructor duties, as determined by rota, to professionally recognised standards: a) Keeping a close watch over the fitness suite and clients b) Communicating effectively with clients and colleagues c) Anticipating problems and preventing accidents d) Intervention to prevent unsafe behaviour e) Identifying emergencies quickly and taking appropriate action f) Giving immediate First Aid to any casualty g) Assisting with crowd control, including the evacuation of the building in an emergency Liaise as directed with Gym Members and prospective Gym members to achieve highest possible levels of membership retention and new sales. Assist in the administration of membership sales, ensuring membership and direct debit forms, etc., are completed appropriately and receipts issued at reception. Carry out induction sessions to ensure new clients are instructed in the safe use of fitness equipment. Ensure that each client receives a personal exercise programme, which must be updated after each session. Review and evaluate personal exercise programmes as required to ensure clients achieve exercise and fitness goals. Liaise with appropriate medical professionals regarding clients participating in Exercise Referral Programmes and clients with a negative health check. Keep an up-to-date personal file on all these people. Maintain fitness equipment and air conditioning units with regular cleaning and minor servicing, as determined by Centre Management, reporting faults as directed. Leisure Attendant Duties and Responsibilities Undertake a range of duties at the designated Leisure facility, including: i) Patrolling, supervision, and security of assigned facilities ii) Emergency Response iii) Assembling and dismantling all equipment to be deployed at the facility iv) Cleaning and Housekeeping v) Customer Service & Hospitality vi) Promotional & Public Relations Activities vii) Access Control viii) Traffic Control Responsible for applying Pool / Centre Safety Operating Procedures, Normal Operating Procedure, and Emergency Action Plan to direct behaviour and oversee general safety of the public. Responsible for undertaking the duties of First Aider, with due care to the needs of the recipient, to standards recognised by Council as compliant with relevant legislation and/or Approved Codes of Practice. Perform emergency Basic, Advanced, and Extended Life Support duties, and provide appropriate aftercare, by application of Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation techniques in accordance with European Resuscitation Council, and/or competent use of Oxygen Insufflation Devices and Automated External Defibrillators. Perform housekeeping, cleaning, and customer service duties as required to standards prescribed in the facility’s I.S.O. 9000 Procedure Manuals and other Quality System Documents. Enforce rules and regulations appropriately for the safety and enjoyment of all patrons. Monitor and assess the conduct of patrons throughout the facility, with special regard to protecting children and vulnerable adults, applying Child Protection and Vulnerable Adults Policy and Procedures as required. Provide support and advice to customers and members of the public, dealing with service requests and/or complaints appropriately and sensitively. Assist in the administration of the facilities by preparing a variety of written records, including Incident Reports, Accident Reports, Witness Statements, Accident Book Entries, Casualty Observation Charts, Quality System and General Housekeeping Records as required. Provide relief cover for Receptionist / Cashier at meal and tea-breaks, including basic operation of computerised till and booking system, cash-handling, income management, and use of telephone switchboard/public address systems. Assist in the control of facilities by denying entry to unauthorised persons and applying access control procedures, e.g., inspecting, controlling, and collecting user tickets, tokens, and session wristbands. Participate in the full interchange of duties and hours of work to cover for staff shortages at all leisure facilities, brought about by sick leave, holiday leave, staff vacancies, or other reasons. Participate fully in an annual training needs assessment and attend regular weekly and other training sessions to ensure Council’s statutory obligations regarding staff competency are adhered to. This includes acquiring and maintaining qualifications such as National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, Statutory First Aid at Work Certificate, A.E.D. Competency, and others as deemed appropriate. Responsible for safekeeping of assigned equipment, uniforms, lifeguarding aids, etc. General Carry out duties for all jobs up to and including those in the grade/scale set for this post, provided such duties are deemed within the area of work. Carry out duties in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Order 1978 (as amended); Acts of Parliament; Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements; and all Council Policies and Procedures including Dignity at Work, Health and Safety, Attendance, and all relevant Codes of Conduct. Complete all documentation associated with the duties of the post. Participate in staff training and development activities to ensure knowledge, skills, and competence required to fulfil the role are up to date. Undertake the duties in a way that enhances and promotes the positive reputation of Newry, Mourne, and Down District Council. Undertake all aspects of work respecting confidentiality. By its nature, the post will require flexible working to meet service needs. Contribute to Corporate, Departmental, and Regional working groups as required. The list of duties/responsibilities is not exhaustive; the postholder may undertake other duties broadly consistent with this Job Description. Education / Qualifications / Experience Level 2 REPS or CIMPSA accredited fitness instruction qualification or equivalent qualification (REPS - Register of Exercise Professionals / CIMPSA - Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) A current recognised First Aid at Work Certificate (e.g., British Red Cross, St John’s Ambulance, Order of Malta). If not in receipt of this qualification, candidate must be willing to undertake it. Experience 6 months’ working experience in a customer-facing role 6 months’ working experience of cleaning duties within a public venue or commercial building Previous experience of working as a Fitness Instructor Technical Skills and Knowledge Good knowledge of: Health and Safety First Aid Fitness equipment Designing Fitness Programmes Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Factor and Criteria Ability to maintain written work records
Cleaner
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Reserve List Whilst the Council are recruiting for a permanent Cleaner (Leisure Services) please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Cleaner (Leisure Services) positions across the Council District for a period of 12 months. Job Summary The postholder will undertake general and specific cleaning duties, individually or as part of a team, throughout all parts of the building. Hours of work 18.5 hours per week. Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Please see attached Terms and Conditions of Employment Location Down Leisure Centre, Downpatrick Salary Scale 1c SCP 4-5, currently £25,185 - £25,583 per annum (pro rata to hours worked) based on a 36 hour week.
Civic Amenity Site Attendant
General Information: County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family-friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Role: Leitrim County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary vacancies for Part-Time Civic Amenity Site Attendant may be filled. Civic Amenity Site Attendants are frontline service employees who are involved in the delivery of key local authority services in the heart of communities. The role is part-time, operational and manual. Typical duties for Civic Amenity Site Attendants include complying with the Civic Amenity Site (CAS) License, collection of gate charges, issuing of receipts and lodging proceeds, aiding and advising customers with the use of the facility, general upkeep of the site and surrounding area etc. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and be highly motivated, adaptable, flexible, capable of acting on their own initiative and someone with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services. The Civic Amenity Site Attendant will also support environmental initiatives including Bulky Waste Collections etc. The Qualifications: Character Each candidate shall be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application form: (i) Have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable them to carry out the duties of the position satisfactorily; (ii) Have previous experience relevant to the duties outlined for Civic Amenity Site Attendant; (iii) Hold a valid Safe Pass Card * (iv) Hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of Category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence. NB: A copy of Safe Pass Card and Driving Licence must be submitted with your application. *Where a candidate does not hold a current valid Safe Pass Card this requirement must be met prior to taking up any offer of a Civic Amenity Site Attendant position (meeting this requirement will not be permitted to delay any appointment process and the onus is on the candidate to ensure that they have met the requirements in a timely manner). Each candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at interview (if called for interview) that he/she: • Has good communication / interpersonal and customer awareness skills. • Has capacity to contribute to and work well as part of a wider team. • Is self-motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and ability to use judgement in a workplace environment. • Has sufficient knowledge and understanding of Safety, Health & Welfare at work. The Ideal Candidate will have: • Understanding of the role of Civic Amenity Site Attendant. • Previous experience relevant to the duties outlined for Civic Amenity Site Attendant. • Relevant training/qualifications e.g. Manual Handling, Safe Pass etc. • Good knowledge and previous experience in Safety, Health & Welfare at Work. • Ability to use judgement in a workplace environment. • Good organisation skills. • Good interpersonal and communication skills. • Experience in dealing with the public and good customer awareness skills. • A willingness to learn and aptitude to use all new technology and information systems. • Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal hours as required. • Knowledge and understanding of the functions of a local authority. The Skills / Aptitudes for the Post: Candidates should have all the skills/aptitudes required of a Civic Amenity Site Attendant and, in particular, they must demonstrate, by reference to specific examples from their career to date, that they possess or have the capacity to acquire the qualities, skills and knowledge required for the role of Civic Amenity Site Attendant as identified in the following skills/aptitudes framework. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based around these skills/aptitudes and the associated information provided by candidates. The Principal Terms and Conditions: Particulars of the Position The position is part-time (16 hours per week), temporary, and pensionable and will be located in Mohill Civic Amenity Site, Mohill, Co. Leitrim. The appointment will be on the basis of a 2 Year Fixed Term Contract, subject to a probationary period of 6 months. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any base or premises in use by the Council now or in the future. Remuneration The gross weekly wages for the post of Civic Amenity Site Attendant (analogous to General Operative) effective 1st August 2025 is as follows: €684.25 - €765.29 Persons who are appointed to the post of Part-time Civic Amenity Site Attendant will be placed on the pay scale in line with approved arrangements. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The remuneration shall be subject to such statutory deductions as may operate from time to time e.g. PAYE, PRSI, ASC, USC etc. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their official duties or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Duties & Responsibilities The Civic Amenity Site Attendant grade is an entry-level outdoor grade and is a critical post in terms of ensuring quality service delivery to the public. Successful candidates will be required to carry out duties as may from time to time be assigned to her/him in relation to her/his employment and as may be appropriate to any function of the local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible, and carry out such instruction as may be given in relation to the performance of duties. The duties shall include, but will not be limited to the following: • Complying with the Civic Amenity Site (CAS) License. • Day to day operations and management of the Civic Amenity Site. • Collection of gate charges, issuing of receipts and lodging proceeds. • Managing access and ensuring all site rules and environmental regulations are followed. • Ensuring that only appropriate waste is deposited at the facility and that waste received is sorted appropriately. • Aiding and advising customers with the use of the facility and dealing with customer queries. • General upkeep of the site and surrounding area, including chemical spraying and weed control. • Monitoring use of facility and coordinating emptying of bins etc. • Ensuring that waste register for the Civic Amenity Site is complied with and kept up to date. • Ensuring line manager is informed of any incidents arising in connection with the Civic Amenity Site. • Record keeping as required. • Assisting with and supporting Environmental/Waste initiatives and events at different locations throughout the County (e.g. Bulky Waste Collection Days). • Control of Civic Amenity Site capacity in all areas. • Loading and unloading of waste materials. • Assisting in contractor supervision. • Ensuring that the Council’s safety management systems are complied with. • Compliance with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. • Participating and cooperating with all training initiatives as required. • Participating and contributing to the duties as required as part of the organisational response to Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. • Such other duties as may be assigned to them from time to time as directed by the engineer or authorised supervisor. Please note that these duties are typical of a Civic Amenity Site Attendant and are indicative rather than exhaustive. The work will be carried out in accordance with established work practices or as negotiated from time to time. Employees must attend at all training courses deemed necessary by their employer for their area of work. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the general public, at all times in compliance with Leitrim County Council’s Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of the Civic Amenity Site Attendant. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof, to enable his/her duties to be discharged in a satisfactory manner, as approved by Leitrim County Council. Hours of Duty Core hours of work will be 16 hours per week. The exact schedule of hours will be determined at offer of employment stage. The opening days for the Civic Amenity Site however are anticipated to continue to be Friday and Saturday. The Council reserves the right to alter the working hours as required having regard to operational requirements. The successful candidate may be required to work additional hours as necessary and may be called on in case of emergency or urgent need. Probation Employment is subject to a probationary period of six months, or such other period as may be determined, during which there will be an ongoing review of performance. Candidates shall cease to be employed as Civic Amenity Site Attendant at the end of the probationary period unless the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. The probationary period may be extended at Leitrim County Council’s discretion. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for the post of Part Time Civic Amenity Site Attendant will be 80 hours per annum (pro-rata to 195 hours per annum for a full-time role). The annual leave year is aligned to the Calendar year – January to December. Annual Leave will be taken in accordance with the Council’s Annual Leave Policy for Outdoor Employees. Superannuation All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be coordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens’ Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Retirement Age The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. Retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension Contributory (SPC). Compulsory Retirement Age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is “not a new entrant” to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years – the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70.
Afterschool Team Member
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about working with children to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Term-Time TM, in Greystones ETNS to join our busy Afterschool & Holiday service. Please note this role will start end of August and is a Monday-Friday 13:00-18:30 . The Role: If this sounds like you, press APPLY today We would love to hear about your experience! All successful candidates will need to go through a Garda Vetting check and provide a Valid Police Certificate (applicable to employees who have lived outside of Ireland for more than 6 months since over the age of 18)
Afterschool Deputy Team Manager
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about working with children to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Term-Time Manager, in Barefield to join our busy Afterschool & Holiday service. The Role: If this sounds like you, press APPLY today We would love to hear about your experience!
Road Safety Educator
Company Description We are SGS- the world’s leading Inspection, Verification, Testing and Certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. We have 99,600 employees across our 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Wherever you are, whatever your industry, our experts worldwide provide specialized solutions to make your business faster, simpler and more efficient. SGS Ireland Limited is actively seeking a Road Safety Educator to join our nationwide Road Safety Education Service. This role is a full-time hours fixed term specific purpose position based nationwide. The appointed individual will be tasked with delivering comprehensive and engaging road safety education programs across schools, higher education institutions, businesses, and at regional/national events, as part of the StreetSmart/ Road Safety Interactive Experience Shuttle. SGS Group holds the contract to provide this service on behalf of the Road Safety Authority. Job Description Full Training provided to successful candidates SGS is an equal opportunities employer
Christmas Sales Assistant
Flying Tiger Copenhagen is fast approaching our busiest and most exciting time of the year! With Christmas around the corner, we are currently seeking enthusiastic and team players to join us for the festive period. If you are a pro-active individual who enjoys interacting with people to deliver great customer service in a bustling environment, then we'd love to have you join us! At Flying Tiger Copenhagen, we like to make the ordinary, extraordinary ! Join us in making moments & experiences special for our customers this Christmas. We are excited to share that we are looking to fill a variety of different contract types of this Christmas, with fully flexible and part time shifts available. Let us know what you’re looking for! This role requires 8 - 16 hours minimum per week but we offer more. Ideally, all applicants will have flexible availability as we operate a seven-day shift pattern. The rate of pay for this role is €13.50 per hour.
Part Qualified/Qualified Accountant
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