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Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: 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. Attachment(s) : SCW CRS NPT FULL Candidate Information Pack.pdf
HR Officer
Title: HR Officer Department: Human Resources Reports to: Senior HR Manager Purpose of the Role: The Human Resources (HR) officer in Dawn Farms plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the business by managing the workforce effectively. In an industry as complex and demanding as food manufacturing, where safety, quality, and efficiency are paramount, the HR officer's responsibilities are multifaceted and essential for maintaining a productive and compliant workplace. The purpose of their role can be delineated into several key aspects: Talent Acquisition and Recruitment, Training and Development, Performance Management, Employee relations, Employee Benefits and Well-being, this is a non-exhaustive list. Core Responsibilities Food safety and health and safety are everybody’s responsibility. Food Safety policies, H&S policies, standard operating procedures and good hygiene practices should always be adhered to, to ensure the safety of the food being produced and the safety of you and your colleagues. Key Duties and Responsibilities: · Assist and advise management & staff on company policy queries and employee relations issues, complying with legislation and ensuring consistency across the organisation; · Do all General operative recruitment start to finish. · Complete all administration tasks in a timely fashion. · Lead bi – weekly meetings with production managers · Manage grievance & disciplinary investigations as required; · Working closely with hiring managers, manage recruitment processes end to end, from advertising posts through shortlisting of candidates, interviews, selection and job offers for all departments · Deliver new employee inductions & ensure that we are compliant from a training aspect. · Liaise with payroll as required on any staff pay items linked to recruitment, internal promotions, leavers etc.; · Maintenance of the HR system (entering absence information, new hires, leavers, payroll changes, coding etc.); · Extraction and analysis of data from the HR system as required, e.g. payroll reports, attendance reports, trend and KPI reports etc.; · Represent HR at interdepartmental meetings and meetings with external third parties as required; · General administration duties relating to the HR function; raising PO’s, doing bike to work cheques, drafting work confirmation letters. · Produce accurate and professional correspondence, policy documents etc. as required; · Ensure HR administration and systems are maintained up to date in a timely and accurate manner; · In conjunction with the existing HR team review existing systems, to suggest and implement improvements; · Timely and accurate administration of all HR functions, including written correspondence, record keeping, filing etc.; · Undertake projects relating to a range of HR disciplines as assigned by the HR Manager. · Guide managers on issues related to employees. · Manage all weekly & monthly reporting including monitoring all permit renewals & expiries. Knowledge and Experience to be demonstrated while in role: · Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in HR essential. Officer/Executive level in a busy Food Manufacturing operational environment. · Knowledge and experience in a fast paced and varied HR role requiring the person to take charge of many issues as they occur · Confident and conscientious with an ability to effectively communicate & present to all levels in an organization. · Ability to successfully learn, apply new skills and drive effectiveness within HR. · Excellent knowledge of employment legislation · Have the ability to adapt to a generalised HR role dealing with all elements of the department such as Recruitment, L&D, Employee relations & Employee wellness. Key Behaviours/Competencies to be demonstrated: · Approachable disposition · Ability and experience in conflict management · Excellent communication skills to include listening and the ability to feedback. · Trustworthy with a high level of integrity when dealing with sensitive information. · Excellent organisational agility to include strong time management skills and the ability to take action and manage a high volume of workload. · Process management skills, applying HR practices in a consistent manner · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities on a daily basis Specific I.T skills and level (Basic / Intermediate / Advanced) · Strong IT skills Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, HR IT Systems · Excellent Word & Excel Skills – Intermediate level · Outlook experience - Intermediate level
Store Employee
Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offering all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter & Greene Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to in one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit store employees into a variety of different roles in our stores, these include working in Food or Fashion & Homewares, or within our Deli or restaurants. Store Employee roles have varying start times across the day, with some starting very early in the morning. All our store employees have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about retail. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. As a member of our store team you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment aswell as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills · Customer Service · Product Knowledge · Cash Handling · Visual Merchandising · Hygiene, Health and Safety · Knowledge of HACCP Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Burger King Team Member
Burger King Team Member - Applegreen Naas Millennium Park As a Burger King Team Member at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Burger King Team Member at Applegreen? · Support day to day operations of the business. · Ensure shop floor is clean and tidy. · Ensure all food safety policies are met. · Food preparation. · Follow and enforce Burger King manual training contents. · Stock control and management. · Create the best food experience possible for customers. · Work closely with management to achieve weekly and quarterly targets. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Burger King Team Member would ideally: · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks. INDHP
Night Shift Operator
Night Shift Operator - Applegreen Naas Millennium Park As a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen? · Operating the shop in line with company policy throughout the night as per shop checklist. · Ensure all perimeter alarms are activated. · Ensure the site building is secure throughout the night. · Keep the shop area clean, tidy, and safe. · Provide excellent customer service. · Ensure accurate price labelling of products. · Stock rotation and shelf stacking. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Night Shift Operator would ideally: · Have previous experience in retail · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
Barista
☕ Barista – Join Our Team and Brew Up a Great Career with Us! The Role: This isn’t just another job — it’s your chance to kickstart a career in a brand that values growth, development, and promoting from within. As a Barista, you’ll be part of a supportive team where learning is part of every day and your potential truly matters. ✨ Why Join Us? • Full training provided — no experience needed! • A clear path to progress — many of our leaders started as Baristas • Ongoing support to help you grow in confidence and skills • A fun, energetic environment where every shift brings something new �� What We Offer: • Complimentary handcrafted coffee on every shift • Employee discounts across all Costa locations • Full training and ongoing development opportunities • A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture • A workplace where you can grow, learn, and be yourself �� Make it Yours: This role is based in Costa Coffee Kilcock. �� Apply today and bring your love for coffee to life with Costa!
Sales Manager
Summary SHIFTS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR: 38hrs p/w; Sun 10:45 - 18:15; Tue 09:00 - 17:15; Wed 10:45 - 19:00; Thu 12:45 - 21:00; Fri 09:00 - 17:15 To be a successful Sales Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to prioritise outstanding customer service and achieve performance targets. Every day will be varied, fast paced, challenging but ultimately rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do so your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a team will be crucial to your success. You can count on us to invest in your personal development from day one. Flexible working options are available. About the Role: To be a successful Sales Manager you will: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Community Fundraising Lead
Cancer Fund for Children's mission is to ensure that no child or young person across the island of Ireland has to face cancer alone. We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Fundraising Lead (Republic of Ireland) to join our team The Community Fundraising Lead the development, growth and delivery of Cancer Fund for Children's Community Fundraising Programme across the Republic of Ireland. Reporting to the National Fundraising Manager (ROI), this is a key leadership role responsible for growing community fundraising income in line with the organisation's ambitious service expansion across the Republic of Ireland. Working closely with the National Fundraising Manager, the postholder will help shape and implement the Republic of Ireland Community Fundraising Strategy, identifying opportunities to grow income, expand regional presence and develop sustainable community fundraising products, partnerships and volunteer engagement. The Community Fundraising Lead will provide leadership to an initial team of two Community Fundraisers, with responsibility for developing the team and supporting future growth as the community fundraising programme expands. The role requires a strategic, innovative and collaborative leader who can build strong relationships, develop high-performing teams and create meaningful supporter experiences that inspire long-term engagement with Cancer Fund for Children. Main Duties and Responsibilities Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach and develop the Republic of Ireland Community Fundraising Team to deliver agreed income and engagement targets.
Store Manager
Lead a High-Performing Store for adidas We're looking for an experienced and commercially focused Store Manager to lead our adidas store in Kildare. This is a senior retail leadership role with full accountability for the store's commercial success, customer experience, people development and operational performance. As Store Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering sales and profit targets, creating a high-performance culture and ensuring the adidas brand is brought to life through exceptional service and execution. You'll lead from the front on the shop floor, inspire your team to achieve their best, and use data and insight to drive continuous improvements across the business. Working closely with the District Manager and wider support functions, you'll play a key role in developing talent, driving operational excellence and creating an outstanding experience for every consumer who visits the store. What You'll Be Responsible ForCommercial Performance & Store Leadership Take full ownership of the store and its commercial success. Deliver and exceed sales, profitability and productivity targets. Analyse business performance and identify opportunities to improve results. Challenge the status quo and implement actions that drive continuous improvement. Effectively manage store resources to maximise business performance. Partner with the District Manager and support functions to address opportunities and business challenges. Consumer Experience & Brand Execution Lead by example and spend significant time on the sales floor supporting customers and your team. Ensure an exceptional consumer experience at every stage of the customer journey. Act as a Brand Ambassador, consistently demonstrating adidas values and behaviours. Ensure all brand, visual merchandising and in-store communication standards are executed to a high standard. Drive a culture where customer service and selling are always the priority. People Leadership & Talent Development Recruit, coach and develop a high-performing store team. Create a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement. Set clear expectations and provide regular, constructive performance feedback. Effectively manage performance, recognising success and addressing underperformance where required. Identify and develop future talent within the business. Work with the District Manager to support succession planning and long-term capability development. Operations & Compliance Ensure the efficient and effective operation of all areas of the store. Maintain the legal and financial integrity of the business. Ensure merchandise deliveries are processed promptly and product is always available for customers. Lead stock management, inventory accuracy and loss prevention activity. Ensure cash handling and store transactions are completed accurately and efficiently. Maintain a safe, productive and compliant working environment for employees and customers. Ensure all company policies, procedures and HR standards are consistently applied. What We're Looking ForEssential Experience Previous Store Manager experience within a sports, fashion or customer-focused retail environment. Proven ability to manage and deliver commercial performance against sales and profit targets. Experience leading, developing and motivating high-performing teams. Strong understanding of retail operations, customer experience and store execution. Experience using data and performance metrics to drive decision-making and business results. Skills & Capabilities Strong commercial and analytical mindset. Excellent leadership and coaching skills. Ability to build a positive, high-performance team culture. Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational and planning capability. Passion for retail, consumers, sport and the adidas brand. Minimum Qualifications Minimum 18 months' experience within a sportswear, fashion or customer-focused retail environment. Minimum 12 months' Store Manager responsibility. Intermediate numeracy and literacy skills. Advanced verbal communication skills.
Higher Executive Officer
What is the Higher Executive Officer Role? The Higher Executive Officer (HEO) role requires individuals who can balance operational leadership with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and a clear commitment to public service values. Acting as a vital link between senior management and operational teams, their work ensures the effective implementation of policy, reform, and service delivery on the ground and provides support in managing large projects, budgets and developing government policy. They are expected to operate confidently in complex environments, represent their area in cross-departmental and senior-level settings, and ensure the effective implementation of policies, programmes and services while managing resources responsibly. The Civil Service is now recruiting for suitably qualified and committed individuals to take up the role of HEO. This is an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic individuals who are looking to embrace new challenges, do purposeful work and make a real difference to the Irish State and its people. HEOs are experienced middle managers who play a critical role in leading teams, managing delivery and supporting departmental and cross-government priorities. Reporting to an Assistant Principal Officer, HEOs play a key role in implementing policy and strategy and in delivering a world class service to the State and to the people of Ireland. HEOs in the Civil Service contribute to the Renewal 2030 Strategy and the Better Public Services programme, helping to realise a vision of a more unified, professional, responsive, open and accountable Civil Service that delivers a world-class service to the State and the people of Ireland. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Depending on the Civil Service organisation, the following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks required of the successful candidate(s) at HEO level: Providing strong team leadership, offering direction, motivation and support to drive high performance and continuous improvement; Applying robust analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to inform policy development, operational decisions and organisational priorities; Managing competing demands effectively, planning and prioritising in a dynamic environment to meet tight deadlines; Exercising sound, evidence-based judgement, making balanced and well-reasoned recommendations; Maintaining high standards of governance, accountability and customer service, contributing to a culture of integrity and public service excellence; Building productive working relationships with colleagues, senior management and external stakeholders to enable effective cross-functional delivery; Communicating clearly and professionally, tailoring messages for different audiences across written, verbal and digital channels; Managing budgets, resources and corporate responsibilities in their area in line with Departmental procedures and Civil Service obligations; Supporting learning, development and capability building, fostering a culture where staff can grow, innovate and thrive; Operating effectively in hybrid and evolving work environments, ensuring team cohesion and clarity of purpose; Demonstrating flexibility, resilience and the ability to adapt to a changing work environment; Dealing with sensitive and confidential information. The above job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Why Apply for the Role? As well as a rewarding and challenging career, some of the benefits of working as a HEO include: Competitive salary, starting at €60,029 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance; 29 days of annual leave per year; Public Sector pension; Opportunities for promotion through internal, interdepartmental and open competitions; Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period; Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance and a family-friendly workplace (including work-sharing arrangements and a wide variety of special leave options); Facility to apply for Shorter Working Year Scheme; Facility to apply for career breaks; Learning and development opportunities; Access to well-being programmes to support a healthy work-life balance; Opportunity to avail of the ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme, and the tax saver public transport pass; Opportunity to join the Public Service Credit Union; Contribute to purposeful work that positively impacts citizens, communities, and society. On the closing date of 10 September 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: Possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major or minor award on the National Framework of Qualifications (or equivalent as per NARIC Ireland). Possess a minimum of three years’ relevant management experience. Demonstrable experience in: a. managing workloads, projects or processes in a complex, fast-paced environment; b. strategic thinking, using sound judgement to make well-informed decisions; c. researching and analysing information to support decision-making in a timely manner; d. working collaboratively with internal and/or external stakeholders in multidisciplinary environments; e. creating an inclusive team environment and creating opportunities for knowledge sharing; f. self-motivation, setting own targets and dealing with multiple demands while producing high quality work. Essential Requirements: Candidates must also be able to demonstrate that they possess the capabilities/skills identified as necessary for effective performance at this level, as outlined in the Capability Framework for Higher Executive Officer in the Civil Service.
