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Job Overview: Reporting to the Homeland Branch Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit team to ensure an excellent customer experience is provided to all Homeland customers. This opportunity has extensive growth opportunities for the successful candidate who demonstrates a drive & a will to go the extra mile in their daily operations. Key Responsibilities and Duties: · Dealing with customers queries, ensuring customer retention and maintaining customer satisfaction · Dealing with transactions including cash management · Inventory management and stock control · Merchandising · Developing a working knowledge of the Core system · Adhoc tasks, duties and projects as required Qualifications and Skills: · Previous retail / sales experience in Agri, DIY & Hardware desirable · Strong customer service skills · Strong communication skills · An ability to work on own initiative · Good computer skills · Drive and willingness to be flexible · Strong knowledge of the agricultural sector
On-call Firefighter, Fire Station
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) wish to invite applications for On-Call Firefighters in the following station: Portaferry Fire Station On-Call Firefighters play a critical role in protecting the local community and many of our fire stations depend on the contribution of our part time firefighters to ensure we can respond. This is a worthwhile and rewarding role providing an opportunity to work as part of a team, receive excellent training and develop a wide range of skills and experience. In order to fulfil the role, you must be able to respond to emergency calls by reporting to the fire station within 5 minutes of being alerted. You will need to meet the required standard of physical fitness and strength. You must also attend a mandatory 2 hour drill night each week. If you are already in employment you can still work as an On-Call Firefighter as long as your employer gives you consent to attend emergency calls. Your ability to respond is critical to this role and there are core periods of time during which you must be available. There are 4 different contracts offered through this recruitment process: 119 Hour, 91 Hour Banded, 91 Hour Daytime, and 40 Hour Daytime. Full details of the contracts and role requirements are outlined in the Candidate Information Pack, which should be downloaded before the vacancy closes. All applications must be submitted online by no later than 12.00 noon on Friday 13th March 2026. For information on open evenings please visit https://www.nifrs.org/work-with-us/careers/firefighter/on-call-firefighter/open-evenings We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by females and applications from this group are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Customer Advisor
Part time - 25 hours per week 3 Month Fixed Term Contract Shifts available Monday - Sunday, 7.00am - 10.00pm Notional hourly rate €15.00 per hour ( Sunday Premium - €18.75 per hour ) B&Q Athlone We believe anyone can improve their home to make life better. Every day, we give our millions of customers the ideas, advice, tools and confidence they need to create a home they’ll love. Join us as a TradePoint Customer Advisor and you’ll help deliver a great experience for our TradePoint members by engaging, listening & selling the right products & services. Key responsibilities The heart of the Tradepoint counter, you’ll deal with all kinds of trade members every day. You’ll take ownership of your TradePoint members & get to know them & their business through great conversations meaning you’re in the best position to recommend the right products and services for them. Required skills & experience A great communicator and team worker with the ability to get on with all kinds of colleagues and customers. You adjust your approach in different situations, you know how to build relationships with customers & you’ve got an eye for a new business opportunities. You’ll love helping your trade members get great value for themselves and their clients, through promotions and signing up of our trade loyalty scheme. You’ll be happy to continuously develop your skills through training and by learning from others. You’re happy to pitch in as part of a team too, and flexible enough to work on a rota that includes weekends, evenings and bank holidays. What's in it for me? As part of a great team, you’ll be valued for who you are.We’re committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities we serve, where everyone can feel they belong and have equal opportunities . You will have access to a range of networks that represent our colleagues and allies and help us to continue to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business. We also recognise that wellness means different things to different people, and we want to help colleagues be at their best and feel well by offering a range of benefits to help you. As well as a competitive salary, our benefits package includes an award-winning pension scheme, 7 weeks holiday (Including bank holidays), payroll giving, an Employee Assistance Programme, shopping discounts, colleague wellbeing benefits and lots more! We also provide generous breaks to make sure you’re refreshed and able to perform at your best. So we can support you during the application or interview process, please contact recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk for any recruitment adjustments.
Accountant
The Accountant will work under the direction and guidance of the Financial Accountant to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective service within the Finance Department. The post holder will: This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 13th March 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Monitoring And Placement Officer
The successful candidate will undertake a key role in assisting in the induction, placement, monitoring and recording of the progress of apprentices/trainees on Skills Training programmes and other training programmes as may be required. To act as the link between the College’s skills training organisation, the apprentices/trainees, employers and other participating partners. This is a temporary full time position within the College until February 2027. Closing date for applications is Friday 13th March 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Finance Business Partner, Management Accounts
The Finance Business Partner will report to the Management Accountant and will contribute to the effective and smooth operation of the College through the provision of a dedicated business and finance support service to Faculties and Functional Areas. In particular, the post-holder will provide expertise, advice and direct support to Senior Curriculum and other Managers in areas including budgetary control and financial management, preparation of a range of Business Cases, Projects, Bids, Appraisals and Post Project Evaluations. This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 13th March 2026. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
On-call Firefighter, Fire Station
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) wish to invite applications for On-Call Firefighters in the following station: Ballynahinch Fire Station On-Call Firefighters play a critical role in protecting the local community and many of our fire stations depend on the contribution of our part time firefighters to ensure we can respond. This is a worthwhile and rewarding role providing an opportunity to work as part of a team, receive excellent training and develop a wide range of skills and experience. In order to fulfil the role, you must be able to respond to emergency calls by reporting to the fire station within 5 minutes of being alerted . You will need to meet the required standard of physical fitness and strength. You must also attend a mandatory 2 hour drill night each week. If you are already in employment you can still work as an On-Call Firefighter as long as your employer gives you consent to attend emergency calls. Your ability to respond is critical to this role and there are core periods of time during which you must be available. There are 4 different contracts offered through this recruitment process: 119 Hour, 91 Hour Banded, 91 Hour Daytime, and 40 Hour Daytime. Full details of the contracts and role requirements are outlined in the Candidate Information Pack , which should be downloaded before the vacancy closes. All applications must be submitted online by no later than 12.00 noon on Friday 13th March 2026 . For information on open evenings please visit https://www.nifrs.org/work-with-us/careers/firefighter/on-call-firefighter/open-evenings We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by females and applications from this group are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Team Leader/supervisor
Join our Team! We are seeking a motivated hands on supervisor to become part of the team at Costa Coffee, Downe Retail park, Downpatrick, Northern Ireland.
Music Development Officer
Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB), as Lead Partner for Leitrim Local Music Education Partnership, seeks to employ a Music Development Officer to implement its plans for the provision of performance music education for children and young people in Co. Leitrim. We are seeking a skilled professional with significant experience in music development and/or music education or a relevant artistic field, who has a combination of initiative, rigour, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and a passion for music. This position requires a hard-working and efficient individual with a demonstrable track record of achievement and delivering results. The ideal candidate will have a breadth of experience and understanding of performance music education across a range of ages, genres of music and contexts, and must have quantifiable and relevant management and financial experience in project planning/delivery and/or developmental initiatives. There is the potential, subject to qualifications and experience, and the needs of the role, for the Music Development Officer to be involved in the delivery of some programmes; however this is not mandatory. The role of Music Development Officer offers a unique opportunity for someone dynamic to join MSLETB at a time of exciting change in the music education landscape in Ireland. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA To qualify for appointment candidates must have: A professional qualification in music or music education and/or a relevant Level 7 qualification (e.g. music degree, arts management, business management, etc.) and/or a proven track record of at least three years’ experience in music development, music education management, or another relevant artistic field Experience of leading and developing musician/artistic and administrative teams Management experience in project planning and delivery and/or developmental initiatives Full current Driving Licence with access to own transport DESIRABLE CRITERIA Candidates should have: An excellent understanding of performance music education, music, arts and education policies and the local music/music education sector A track record of playing a key role in actively developing and sustaining strategic partnerships. An understanding of or experience in working in a large public sector organisation would be an advantage Management and administration experience, including strong financial and budget management Experience of preparing reports, statistical information, and meeting other reporting requirements Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and digital CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Leadership, Initiative and Managing Teams • Possess excellent leadership capability with the capacity to champion, energise, motivate and manage teams, deliver successful results and make things happen • Have a track record in delivering successful results in an arts-related field • Understand that the delivery of high-quality performance music education is the core business of Music Generation Leitrim and demonstrate the willingness and ability to lead and manage individuals and teams to achieve this Drive, Commitment and Delivery of Results • Be a highly-motivated and diligent individual, with a passion for and commitment to music education • Demonstrate the ability to use, and to manage others in using, a range of resources, supports and processes to ensure the effective and efficient running of the Music Generation Leitrim programme Leading Effective Partnerships and Networks • Demonstrate the capacity to foster positive strategic relationships, communicate effectively and create synergies with a variety of stakeholders • Be a strategic thinker with a high level of proficiency in planning and organisation and a natural capacity to manage a busy and varied role Managing and Developing Initiatives and Programmes • Demonstrate the skills to take on and respond to a broad and long-term view of the development needs of the Music Generation Leitrim programme • Have an entrepreneurial mind-set, with strong financial experience and an aptitude for the challenges of achieving success • Have a knowledge of developing practice in music education nationally and internationally, and a breadth of experience and understanding of performance music education across a range of ages, genres of music and contexts Self-Awareness / Self-Management • Have a high level of motivation and passion for this job, a strong understanding of the role, and a clear and convincing rationale for seeking the position • Be a reflective thinker, consistently review own performance and set self-challenging goals and targets JOB DESCRIPTION About Music Generation Leitrim Music Generation Leitrim is a performance music education programme in Co. Leitrim providing access to a range of vocal and instrumental music opportunities for children and young people in their local area. Initiated by Music Network, Music Generation is co-funded by U2, The Ireland Funds, the Department of Education and Youth and Local Music Education Partnerships (LMEPs). Locally, Music Generation Leitrim is supported and funded by MSLETB and Leitrim Co Council. Duties The Music Development Officer has overall responsibility for delivering the Music Generation Leitrim programme. Duties shall include, but are not limited to: Programme Development • Drive the artistic and developmental vision of Music Generation Leitrim and ensure that it is focused on delivering high-quality experiences and outcomes for children/young people • Generate participation among children/young people • Based on the Music Generation Leitrim 5-year plan, devise and deliver annual plans for Music Generation Leitrim Leading and Managing a team of Musician Educators • Participate in the engagement and recruitment of the Music Generation Leitrim team of musician educators • Lead, motivate and manage musician educators in the design, development and delivery of a range of performance music education programmes of high artistic and educational standards in response to local need and context • Plan and manage, on an ongoing basis, a range of professional development and training supports for these musician educators which supports and cultivates a community of learning Leading and Managing Administration Support • Line manage the Music Generation Administrator role • Establish and oversee effective data management systems such as student records, musician educator records, attendance, purchasing and spending procedures, and timetables Strategic Partnership Development • Build and develop strategic partnerships and close working relationships with a network of stakeholder agencies, organisations, groups and individuals within the public, private, community and voluntary sectors Public Awareness • Raise public awareness about Music Generation Leitrim through a variety of channels and media Finance and Compliance • Overall responsibility for budget management, including procurement • Identify and access additional sources of locally-generated matched funding • Financial and compliance reporting to MSLETB and the Music Generation National Development Office • Asset management • Ensure compliance with Child Protection regulations, including Garda Vetting Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting • Work closely with and report on a regular basis to Leitrim Local Music Education Partnership and Working Group • Monitor and evaluate progress and development on a continuous basis and ensure standards as set by Leitrim Local Music Education Partnership and the Music Generation National Development Office are being reached • Compile indicators and complete progress reports for Leitrim Local Music Education Partnership • Responsible for reporting on all aspects of the Music Generation Leitrim programme to the Music Generation National Development Office, including programme development and planning, strategic plan updates, budgeting and an annual workplan Participation in the National Programme of Music Generation • Work with the Music Generation National Development Office in developing Music Generation Leitrim • Actively participate in the Leadership Network (the professional learning network for Music Generation Development Officers nationally) • Work with Music Generation National Development Office on public awareness and advocacy initiatives Other Duties Undertake other duties at the direction of MSLETB, as required, to ensure the success of Music Generation Leitrim. Duties and responsibilities may evolve or change from time to time in accordance with the needs of the organisation. Garda Vetting Garda Vetting will be sought in accordance with the National Vetting Bureau Act, 2016 and there being no disclosure of convictions which MSLETB considers would render the candidate unsuitable to work with children/vulnerable adults. This process will commence prior to appointment. Driving Licence Candidates must hold a full current driving licence with access to own transportation. Terms & Conditions of Employment Tenure Specific Purpose whole-time contract from 30/04/2026 to 30/04/2027 Hours of Work Attendance will be 35 hours per week, required during normal ETB office hours and at such other times as are necessary for the delivery of the Music Generation Leitrim. Initial Location The role of Music Generation Leitrim Development Officer will be primarily based in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board reserves the right to assign you to any other location or base that is under the control of Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board, as the need arises. Any change in location or base by Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board will not be deemed as redeployment as provided for under the Public Service Agreements Salary The current salary scale for the Music Development Officer post is – Rate from 01/02/2026 €57,896 €59,278 €60,960 €64,125 €66,016 €68,365* €70,731** IMPORTANT NOTICE RE: SALARY: As per DEY guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit may only apply, if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting Salary is not subject to negotiation. Recruitment Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of MSLETB. Recruitment to posts within MSLETB is on the basis of merit as assessed at interview and supported by references. A shortlisting process may be undertaken to identify candidates who most closely meet the criteria for the post. Candidates invited for interview may be required to give a verbal presentation outlining their approach to the role of Music Development Officer and their ideas regarding further development of the Music Generation Leitrim programme. The first interview may reduce the initial short list and remaining candidates may be invited for a subsequent interview. Probation The successful candidate shall serve a probationary period in accordance with the terms set out in MSLETB’s Probationary Policy. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Music Generation Development Officer is 27 days p.a. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in MSLETB, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the relevant legislation and Department of Education & Youth sick leave circulars. Start Date MSLETB shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such long period as the MSLETB in its absolute discretion may determine, MSLETB shall not appoint them. Business Travel When absent from home and headquarters on duty appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to the normal Civil Service regulations.
Activities Coordinator
Beechfield Care Group are currently seeking to recruit an Activities Coordinator to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Bethany House Nursing Home, Tyrellspass, Co.Westmeath N91P5P6 We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath & Kildare. Our mission is to provide the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. About Bethany House Bethany House Nursing Home is a purpose-built residential home situated in the picturesque village of Tyrellspass pleasantly located in the heart of the midlands in the Lake County of Westmeath. But what really makes us special is our homely country atmosphere brought to life by our residents, families, staff, and our pets. Every resident is unique, and we respect and value each individual for who they are. We take immense pride in our wonderful care team, who strive to continuously create an environment that meets all the needs of each resident, and this is essential in ensuring and keeping the high standard that we set for ourselves. About the Role: The Activities Coordinator assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates programs for resident activities which are multi-faceted, meet the resident's functional needs, and reflect interests of each resident. Role Responsibilities:
