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Job Title: Full-Time Childcare Practitioner Location: Kilkenny, Ireland Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time Start Date: 1st September Salary/Pay: Competitive hourly rate to be discussed, fully aligned with statutory Workplace Relations Commission Childcare ERO Rates (minimum €15.00+ per hour , scale adjusted upwards depending on your qualifications and experience). About the Role We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and qualified Childcare Practitioner to join our dynamic service in Kilkenny . We have an incredibly supportive environment and we hope to find someone who will perfectly fit our wonderful team! In this role, you will help us maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating space where children can learn, play, and grow using child-centered curriculums aligned with Aistear and Síolta frameworks. Key Responsibilities:
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Youth Advocates
Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. 1. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification Experience Essential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Shop Floor Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Merchandise, rotate and face off all stock in assigned department while maintaining hygiene and food standards. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team; Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based; Process orders for various departments; Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times; Liaise with the Store Manager on changes to layouts, ends and sides and ensure changes are correctly implemented; Implement correct labelling and stock rotation procedures; Ensure deliveries are checked off in line with goods inwards procedures. Keep the back-store tidy and packed away.
Porter/Driver
Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is (01/06/2026): €36,407€38,288€39,418€40,192€40,863€41,729€42,258€43,160€44,087 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Principal duties and responsibilities • The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. • Have a working Knowledge of the health information and quality Authority (Hiqa) standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, national Standards for the prevention and control of healthcare Associated infections, Hygiene Standards etc and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. • Ensure accuracy in Patient Identification. • Ensure all patients are dealt with in a dignified and professional manner. • Assist with movement of Patients to all areas within the hospital. • Assist with moving & handling of patients in all wards and departments as requested. • Assist with transfer of patients to all departments. • Collect blood and laboratory specimens and transfer to laboratory in St. Lukes Hospital. • Keep patient trolleys clean and prepared with clean linen and supplied with oxygen at all times. • Keep wheelchairs in each ward/department clean and in good repair. • Attend for in-service training as required. • Rotate to 24 hour roster as required. • Work as part of a team. • Co-operate and assist with National Audits. • Checking Oxygen (Medical Gases) levels and changing when required. • To work in Theatre where cover is required. • To work on the Grounds where cover is required. • Perform cleaning duties as required. • Adhere to the colour coding for cleaning as set out in the National Cleaning Manual. • Cleaning of all spillages as they occur. • Follow the Hospital guidelines in relation to the wearing of appropriate uniform(s). Always present at work in a clean, tidy manner having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene. • Any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time by the line manager or any other officer authorised by them. Any other duties as deemed appropriate to this grade. Relevant training in skills required to carry out necessary functions will be given as deemed appropriate by Hospital management. KPI’s • The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets. • The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. • In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. • The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: • Employees must attend fire lectures yearly and must observe fire orders. • All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately and an incident form completed. • Employees must attend hand hygiene education sessions at least every 2 years and adhere to the 5 moments of hand hygiene as stipulated by the WHO guidelines. • Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. • In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. • In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Hospital Buildings is not permitted. • Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. • Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. • All employees must complete the HSeLanD on line Children First programme and report any concerns to their line manager. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety • The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. • The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. • The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: ○ Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives ○ Document Control Information Management Systems ○ Risk Management Strategy and Policies ○ Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards ○ Decontamination Code of Practice ○ Infection Control Policies ○ Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure ○ Data Protection and confidentiality Policies • The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with the Group’s Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. • The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. • The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. • It is the post holders’ specific responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. • The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others. • The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. • The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. • It is the post holder’s responsibility to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management/Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility criteria Qualifications and/or experience Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. I. Have obtained at least grade H6/O6 in a minimum of five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme as approved by the Department of Education. (See note 1* below) Or II. Have obtained a pass grade or a minimum of 120 credits in the Leaving Certificate Applied Programme as approved by the Department of Education. (See note 1* below) Or III. Have obtained a Health Skills or Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). (See note 2* below) Or IV. Hold a comparable qualification to criterion (i) or (ii) or (iii) from another jurisdiction. And V. Have a minimum of 1 years full time (or an aggregate of one year’s full time) experience in a relevant health & social care setting within the last five years. Or VI. Have a minimum of one year’s full time (or aggregate of one year’s full time) experience working as a porter within the last five years. And VII. You must hold a full unendorsed Drivers Licence Category B. Driving Tests passed after the closing date of this campaign WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Please note that the HSE will not accept candidates who have incurred over 6 penalty points on their license. And (B) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the role. 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. Note 1* With regard to criterion (i) & (ii), the leaving cert scoring system that applied pre 2017 would still apply and is as follows: • Obtained at least grade D (or pass) in Higher or Ordinary Level in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Leaving Certificate Applied. Or Passed an examination of at least equivalent standard. Note 2* With regard to Criterion (iii), the listing below is considered relevant health skills QQI (formerly FETAC) Level 5* qualifications: • QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support • QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies • QQI Level 5 Community Care • QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills • QQI Level 5 Community Health Services *(A full QQI/FETAC 5 Major award required a minimum of 120 credits/8 Modules – Please note a Component Certificate will not suffice.) With regard to Criterion (iii), a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) is considered to be a qualification with applied patient care modules / placements typically but not limited to qualifications in: Social Care Work, Nursing, Therapy Professions etc. Post specific requirements Candidates must demonstrate previous experience in One of the following: Demonstrate previous portering experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting. Or Demonstrate previous security experience in a healthcare setting. Other requirements specific to the post • Flexibility regarding working hours as role will include working unsocial and flexible hours including evenings and weekends and night duty as this is a 24/7 service. • Patient Manual Handling certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State. Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge • Demonstrate sufficient knowledge to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. • Demonstrate Computer literacy i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. • Demonstrate the ability to work effectively within guidelines and procedures. • Demonstrates the ability to maintain own and others health, safety and security in the workplace. • Demonstrate commitment to own personal development within the workplace. Customer Service • Demonstrates an awareness of the importance of person centeredness and focusing on customer care. • Demonstrate an awareness of the importance of adherence to standards, procedures, legislation, quality and customer focus. • Remaining calm in testing circumstances. • Demonstrate an interest in caring for people. • Demonstrate a commitment to providing a high level of customer service. • Demonstrate knowledge of Infection Control Policy / Hand Hygiene Policy/Moving & Handling Policy/Health & Safety/Managing Complaints and Managing Challenging Behaviour. • Demonstrate the ability to undertake the physical demands of the role. Planning & Organising Skills • Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skills. • Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of value for money in the performance of work. • Demonstrate an organised, methodical and structured approach to work including the ability to meet deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. • Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. • Demonstrate the skills required for a multi-skilled role. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. • Demonstrate the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Teamwork • Demonstrates effective team working skills, including an understanding of own role within team and roles of other team members and other relevant disciplines. • Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team. Communication / Interpersonal skills • Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner, written and verbal. • Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. • Demonstrate an ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner. • Ensure confidentiality when sharing information within the working environment, at all times maintaining client confidentiality and ensuring HSE Data Protection Guidelines are observed. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service; including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, general public, medical and non-medical staff. • Demonstrate motivation and an innovative approach to job and service developments.
Business Continuity Manager
Location: Dublin/Kilkenny – Hybrid Role Vhi, Ireland’s leading health insurer, is seeking an experienced Business Continuity Manager to lead, evolve and embed the Group’s Business continuity and crisis management framework. Reporting to the Head of Operational resilience, you will be responsible for ensuring Vhi can continue to deliver critical healthcare, insurance and customer services during periods of disruption. The successful candidate will work across business functions, technology teams and third-party providers to strengthen organisational resilience, support regulatory requirements, and drive a culture of preparedness and continuous improvement. What we offer: As a member of the Vhi team, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: Sustainability At Vhi, we believe that the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected. That’s why we’re on a journey towards an integrated model of healthcare that puts people and the planet at its heart. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility At Vhi, we are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations at every stage of the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities, neurodivergence, or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@vhi.ie, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch via email. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially within the recruitment team and used solely for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations during the application and recruitment process. Vhi is an equal opportunities employer.
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Kikenny RP who is fully flexible throughout the week. 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: -
Healthcare Cleaner
Broadline Group are looking for Hospital Cleaner Staff throughout Dublin, Wicklow, Wexford, Kildare, Meath, Westmeath, Louth, Laois, Offaly, Kilkenny and Carlow locations. Suitable Cleaner must have one-year relevant work experience in a healthcare, housekeeping or high-volume hospitality environment and be able to provide work references covering five years employment history. We have ongoing Cleaner positions in HSE units including some of the largest Healthcare settings, Hospitals and Nursing Homes throughout Leinster. Eligibility Criteria CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Senior Probation Officers
LOCATION: Nationwide The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration intends to establish a panel for promotion to the grade of Senior Probation Officer (SPO) . The panel will remain in place for a period of 2 years , or until such time as the panel is cleared, whichever is sooner. Applications are invited from eligible and suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for promotion to SPO. The required SPO competencies are as follows (further details are attached at Appendix A): Where probation is suspended, the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period . If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department.
