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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.
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: -
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.
Acute Virtual Ward Staff Nurse
The Staff Nurse (AVW) will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to the highest professional and ethical standards within the model of nursing care practiced in the relevant care setting. The staff nurse will provide holistic, person-centred care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for service users.
Store Employee, St Kieran's
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
Sr FI Business Analyst
S/4 HANA Senior Finance Business Analyst An opportunity has arisen for a S/4 HANA Senior Finance Business Analyst within Glanbia Enterprise Solutions. This role will be based in Kilkenny, Ireland or CityWest, Dublin, with a hybrid working arrangement available through our Smart Working model, offering greater flexibility and work-life balance. The successful candidate will report to the a Product Owner within our Digital Finance Team and will be voice of technical expertise in the team while interacting with the rest of the Glanbia business. Key Elements of the Role Lead end-to-end implementation and enhancement of SAP FI/CO solutions and related Finance systems. Own design decisions for one or more core finance processes such as: Our Purpose & Values At Glanbia we are dedicated to delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey. We differentiate ourselves by doing not only what is right for our business, but also what is good for our people and the communities in which we live and work. So if you’re looking to develop your career, stretch your ambitions and work for a company that has the ability to succeed on the world stage, ours is a journey you’ll want to share. At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Central Channels Product Owner
Central Channels Product Owner Glanbia Business Services Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey. The Opportunity The Glanbia Team are looking for a Central Channels Product Owner Reporting into the Consumer channels Product Manager and working as part of the Customer and Consumer Channels team. The successful candidate will be a voice of technical expertise on the team when interacting with the rest of the business. This team is dedicated to digital & creative innovation and excellence, working on some of the world’s best known brands across the Glanbia Group. Leading out key global digital projects, programmes and offering services including media buying & strategy, social media strategy, digital strategy, creative design, website development and UX. Primary responsibilities for this role will include: Where and how you will work The opportunity is based in our Kilkenny office with hybrid working arrangements available, which allows you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance. About Glanbia Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide
Taco Bell Manager
Taco Bell Manager – Applegreen Paulstown (Exit 7, M9) As a Taco Bell Manager, 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 Taco Bell Manager at Applegreen? INDHP1
Taco Bell Supervisor
Taco Bell Supervisor - Applegreen Paulstown (Exit 7, M9) 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. About the Job: Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM), the Supervisor feeds customers with great tasting food and provide great service, so our customers keep coming back! The Supervisor is a representation of the brand in everything they do. What will I be doing as a Taco Bell Supervisor? Service Champion – Front counter INDHP INDHP
