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Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Naas Town Centre. We are seeking candidates who are fully flexible throughout the week, and also weekend staff. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Support Workers
PERSON CENTRED WING KILDARE/LAOIS SERVICES SUPPORT WORKER Permanent (VARIOUS CONTRACT HOURS AVAILABLE) We are looking for dedicated Support Workers to provide person-centred support to individuals, assisting them in achiveing their goals and enjoying interests such as swimming, bowling, trains and love of all animals. This opportunity may be of interest to those who have experience of working with adults with autism, intellectual disability and behaviours of concern. We are looking to recruit staff members who are enthusiastic,outgoing and can work off their own initiative. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Wednesday 13th May 2026 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
Craft Worker
Overview of the Department The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) plays the lead role in promoting competitive and sustainable economic development in the agriculture, food, forestry and fisheries sectors. Its mission is to lead, enable and regulate the sector in a way that optimises its contribution to social, economic and environmental sustainability. The Department’s strategic goals include: · to promote and safeguard public, animal and plant health and animal welfare for the benefit of consumers producers and wider society · provide income and market supports to underpin the rural economy and the environment · provide the optimum policy framework for the sustainable development of the agri-food sector · deliver a sustainable, growth driven sector focused on competitiveness and innovation driven by a skilled workforce delivering value added products in line with market demands · maintain and develop strategic, operational, regulatory and technical capacity to achieve operational excellence Further information on the Department can be viewed here Vacancies The Department currently has 1 vacancy for the role of Craft Worker (Agricultural Mechanic – State Industrial Grade) - Kildare in Crop Policy, Evaluation and Certification Division located Backweston Farm, Leixlip, Co Kildare, W23 AE3V. The successful candidate will be headquartered in Backweston but may on occasion be required to temporarily work on Longtown farm as required by management. Backweston Farm is situated outside Leixlip in Co Kildare and consists primarily of crops on approximately 100ha and is the headquarters for Crops Policy, Evaluation and Certification Division (CPECD) within DAFM. CPECD is responsible for the official field and laboratory trials for the Value for Cultivation and Use (VCU) of newly developed varieties of agricultural crop species. Each year newly bred crop varieties for a range of crops are submitted by European and world plant breeders for evaluation in official Department trials and the best performing varieties are communicated to farmers by way of the Recommended Lists. Longtown Farm is situated outside Clane in Co Kildare and consists of primarily livestock on approximately 114ha and is unique in Ireland in providing for bio-containment of animals of minimal disease status and of known infected status. The facilities provide for the veterinary research of pathogenesis of infectious disease and the host response. The farm is licensed by the Health Product Regulatory Authority (HPRA). It hosts a suckler herd, beef cattle, sheep enterprise along with pigs, poultry and horses. Longtown Farm’s primary function is to support and assist the Department’s Veterinary Laboratory Divisions and other veterinary Divisions in their work. Following an assessment process, candidates who achieve the qualifying standard will be placed on an Order of Merit from which appointments will be made. The post will be offered to the candidate ranked first and, if refused, to the remaining candidates in sequence until the post is filled. The Order of Merit will remain in place for a period of up to two years from the date of the first appointment, or until exhausted, and will be used to fill further vacancies, if any, that may arise during that period in DAFM Backweston but also in DAFM’s Longtown Farm, Clane, Co Kildare. Candidates who accept an offer of appointment will receive no further offers relating to this competition. Candidates who refuse an offer of appointment to a specific location will retain their placing on the order of merit but forfeit their right to be offered any further appointment to that location. The successful candidate will be headquartered in Backweston but may on occasion be required to temporarily work on Longtown farm as required by management. Temporary Vacancies In the event that temporary vacancies for this post arise during the lifetime of the Order of Merit, the Department reserves the right to offer such temporary posts on the basis of the results of this competition. Candidates who accept such a temporary post retain their placing on the Order of Merit and the acceptance of such a temporary appointment in no way interferes with the normal process of appointing candidates to permanent posts that may arise. Job Specification Principal Duties & Responsibilities The role of Craft Worker (Agricultural Mechanic) primarily involves the maintenance and repair of the farm machinery and road vehicle fleet of the Department to ensure the safe use of vehicles and machinery and the on-site fabrication as necessary for the safe completion of the Division’s variety trialling and other crop work. Note: The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a Craft Worker (Agricultural Mechanic) appointed to the position. Competencies Applicants should have all the attributes required of a Craft Worker (Agricultural Mechanic) 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 Craft Worker (Agricultural Mechanic) as identified in the following competency framework. Skills and experience working with Agricultural equipment Experience and Knowledge of an Agricultural Environment Team working, Interpersonal and Communication Skills Delivery of Results Health and Safety Note: All qualifications deemed essential for this role must be verified through the submission of relevant awards. In the case of non-essential qualifications, a number of candidates who are called forward to the final stage of the assessment process will be selected randomly and required to submit evidence of one or more such qualifications. Application Process How to Apply Only Online Applications can be made and should be submitted via the Apply Now button. Note: As outlined above, if you do not meet the Essential Requirements listed under Section 3, your application will receive no further consideration. Closing Date Your application must be submitted no later than 12 noon on 26th May 2026: All queries relating to this recruitment campaign should be directed to dafm@cpl.ie with thesubject heading Craft Worker (Agricultural Mechanic) - Kildare Application acknowledgements: All applications received will be acknowledged within 5 working days of the competition closing date. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within the 5 working days or for any queries relating to this competition, please contact CPL by email: dafm@cpl.ie Applications will not be accepted after the closing date.
Social Care Assistant
Full-Time – 35 hour week Contracts Locations: There are vacancies across many of our locations, with particular demand in Naas, Newbridge, and Johnstown services. Care Assistant HSE Salary Scale: €17.03 to €23.65 hourly DOE KARE Adult Supports work with people over the age of 18 years. We support people to live and be active in their community through supported employment, learning and everyday activities. We are currently recruiting for Social Care Assistants for Permanent Full-Time contracts. Responsibilities · Play an integral role in the implementation and evaluation of a person’s Individual Support Plan · Support individuals to enhance their life by ensuring that their goals are achieved · Plan and support individuals in preparing healthy nutritious meals · Support individuals in all aspects of their daily lives. This includes personal care and supporting people who have complex needs and behaviours that challenge. · Support individuals with their health, ensuring they have access to all relevant healthcare professionals · Support individuals to play a role in the general housekeeping while ensuring a good standard of hygiene and cleanliness is maintained throughout the home · Maintain effective communication with families and ensure that they are involved in the total care of the individual · Drive Kare vehicles to support the people who use our services. Requirements · Essential- Minimum Qualification: QQI Level 5 Intellectual Disability Practice / Social Care / Community Support Worker Programme - (at least 3 modules completed but must include Intellectual Disability) · Essential- A full, clean, manual Irish driving licence · Essential- Must be eligible to work in Ireland without sponsorship · An understanding of: Person Centred Planning, Advocacy, Safeguarding & Risk Management · A very good understanding of and experience support people with behaviours that can challenge and the use of positive behaviour support plans to support individuals · Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal, organisational & initiative skills · IT skills and the ability to carry out administrative tasks e.g., e-mail correspondence, report writing, use of assistive technology · Ability to build trusting and respectful relationships · Enjoy working on your own with a person with an intellectual disability Benefits · 25 days annual leave · Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service) · Federation of Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme: Employer 7% & Employee 5% contributions · Optional Salary Protection Plan · Rewarding work with flexible hours · Employee Assistance Programme · ESDA.ie and local Employee Discounts · Personal Development, Professional Growth and Career Progression
Residential Leader
Residential Leader (Social Care Manager 1/CNM1) (Includes Person in Charge Responsibility) KILDARE/OFFALY SERVICES- OFFICE BASED IN TULLAMORE PERMANENT FULL TIME An exciting opportunity has arisen within our organisation for a Residential Leader (Social Care Manager 1/CNM1) to join our individualised services inKildare/Offaly to work as part of a larger management team. This post will enable the successful candidate to make a lasting impression on people’s lives while enhancing their own managerial skills. As a dynamic and ever changing organisation, we provide many opportunities for promotion and progression within the service. We expect and are happy to assist with Continued Professional Development. The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate the following: · The ability to lead teams in driving forward the ethos of Muiriosa Foundation – keeping people we support at the centre of service provision at all times by promoting self-determination and self-direction. · Have a robust knowledge and understanding of HIQA standards and statutory requirements and their responsibilities as a Person In Charge. · Be flexible and capable of managing competing priorities within their workload. · Be able to demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate with individuals, their families, other professionals and people important in the individuals’ life. · Be able to demonstrate an ability to adapt their interpersonal skills within the context of the situation. · Be expected to work on their own initiative as well as being a team player supporting their colleagues. · Support, supervise and motivate the staff teams reporting to them. · Have a key focus in supporting the individuals be active citizens within their local community. · Expected to maintain up to date and accurate records to ensure a high standard of care and support is provided to each individual at all times. · Have excellent interpersonal, planning, data management, IT and organizational skills with the ability to work on own initiative. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following skills for the role: · Have Qualification appropriate to the role e.g. Nursing, Social Care, other relevant qualification. · 3 years’ supervisory/managerial experience. · Completed a Management Course. · Participation in the regional On-call roster. · Full current manual driving license & own transport. · Suitability as outlined above. (This position will be remunerated appropriate to Qualification) Informal Enquiries: Christina Devine 087 062 9616 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Wednesday 13th May 2026 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.
Support Worker
Support Worker - Respite service Naas, Co. Kildare 39 hours per week Job reference: SW_PINES_2104 Essential criteria for the position of Support Worker: Full Job Specification available on request
Facilitator
Facilitator - Day service Celbridge, Co. Kildare 32 hours per week Job reference: FAC_CELB_1604 Essential criteria for the position of Facilitator: Full Job Specification available on request
Deputy Manager
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are currently recruiting for an Deputy Manager for our Naas Store. Why join us? · Competitive Salary · KPI related bonus- Paid Monthly · Certified with Great Place to work · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational Opportunities · Annual leave - starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Experienced retail professional with a proven track record in deputy management roles · Ability to step up and lead with warmth and empathy, ensuring smooth operations even in the manager's absence. · A hunger for growth, eagerness to learn and eventually lead as one of our future store managers · Customer service is your passion, organisation your strength – ensuring every customer experience is exceptional. · Strong communication skills and a commitment to our company values are a must. What you will do: · Operational Store Excellence- Ensure adherence to store processes, regulations, and KPIs while supporting the Store Manager in analysing and improving results. · Customer Engagement- Ensure your team enrich customers' experiences with personalised advice and uphold a welcoming, tidy store atmosphere. · Leadership- Empower your team's growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect. · Merchandising and Inventory- Ensure impeccably stocked shelves, use of correct planograms, ensuring accurate inventory management. · Brand Integrity - Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. Maxi Zoo Ireland advocates responsible pet ownership.
