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Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Mental health, Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals wanting to progress in their career as a healthcare assistant within the Mental Health Sector, where our team bring a wealth of experience in supporting individuals with a range of Mental illnesses. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Job Objectives We are seeking Healthcare Assistants to join our dynamic team at Nua Healthcare. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Housekeeping/Cleaner
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential, Mental Health and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a House Keeper. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker & Assistant Support Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker & Assistant Support Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
School Warden
1. CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. 2. HEALTH Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service and have good eyesight and hearing and be active and alert. 3. EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must :- (i) Have a good standard of education to enable him/her to carry out efficiently the duties assigned to him/her satisfactorily and be capable of assimilating the training which shall be necessary for the performance of their duty; (ii) Have the ability to use initiative and judgement; (iii) Have a satisfactory knowledge of health and safety matters; (iv) Have very good communication and interpersonal skills; (v) A thorough knowledge of the Rules of the Road. 4. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. THE ROLE The role of the School Warden is to ensure the safe crossing of school children at or in the vicinity of schools at opening and closing times of schools. The Road Safety Officer has overall responsibility for School Wardens in County Westmeath. A School Warden is recognised by the bright visibility coat and the Stop sign that they carry. School Wardens are empowered under the Roads Traffic Act to stop traffic during times of operation in order to allow school children to cross the road safely. The School Warden service provided by Westmeath County Council caters for hundreds of children attending schools across Westmeath on a daily basis during school terms. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community. Join Westmeath County Council to be part of a team and act with purpose to provide a great service. We offer competitive compensation, supply full training and uniform and the opportunity to contribute to your local area in a valued way. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The person employed shall be required to carry out duties as may from time to time be assigned to them in relation to their employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of duties. The duties of the School Warden will include but will not be limited to :- • Be responsible for the safeguard of any children while using the school crossing/pedestrian crossing between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users. • Be in attendance at the crossing to which they are assigned punctually each day during the school term. • Be required to perform your duties under the direction of the Council’s Senior General Services Supervisor/General Services Supervisor/District Engineer or any member of the Garda Siochana. • In the event of being unable to attend through illness or for any other reason, it is essential that the Senior Supervisor for the District and the School Principal be informed in advance. If possible, the school warden must give at least 24 hours notice if unable to attend for duty. • To ensure compliance with work safety procedures in operation in Westmeath County Council and to full participate in any safety programme that may be implemented. • Be responsible for the custody of materials/equipment in his/her area. • Wear the uniform supplied by Westmeath County Council and use any safety equipment provided. • Be required to make himself/herself available for training programmes as required by Westmeath County Council and he/she shall be required to update this training as necessary. • Before attempting to stop traffic, the warden should consider traffic conditions at this point, whether it is of such a sparse nature that they can wait for a lull before going out to conduct children across, or if it is of such a nature that they will have to make breaks in it. In some areas, it is possible that such lulls will obviate the necessity of much stopping of traffic, but in busy areas or on fast traffic routes, breaks will have to be made. Great care will have to be exercised by the warden in breaking up traffic, due consideration being given to the speed of the approaching traffic and conditions of road and weather. Sufficient time should always be given by the warden for traffic to pull up in safety • To notify the Senior General Services Supervisor/General Services Supervisor/District Engineer and Road Safety Officer immediately of any traffic accident or irregularities that may occur during the performance of duties. • To furnish such records and report relating to the employment as may be required by the employer • If the wardens have any trouble in controlling, or encounter disobedience by the children, they should inform the Principal of the school concerned. Any disobedience by traffic in general should be reported forthwith to the Gardai. In the case of motor vehicles, the description, registration number and so on of person driving, together with time and place of the occurrence, should be noted for the information of the Gardai. Frivolous complaints should, however, be avoided. • The warden should never break up organised convoys, weddings, funerals, parades, or hold up Fire Appliances or Ambulances for the purpose of allowing children to cross. The warden should wait for suitable opportunities when they have passed. Heavily laden horses should not be held up on inclines. • School Wardens must be flexible and be prepared to perform their duties at any location within reason as directed by the Line Manager. • To carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Supervisor /District Engineer/Road Safety Officer or as delegated. Particulars of Office 1. The Post: The School Warden post is part time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Employment will be suspended during periods of closure of the particular school or schools for holidays or any other reason and during other such periods as may be determined by employer. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current pay scale applicable to this post is €17.37 - €19.42 per hour as per Circular EL 03/2025. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfatory performance. New Entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28th January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5th February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. 3. Location Permanent Part-time School Wardens will be based at the following pedestrian crossing or school. • MULLINGAR TOWN, COUNTY WESTMEATH Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council or any other school crossing managed by the Council, now or in the future. Changes to location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. 4. Working Hours: The working hours are currently a maximum of 3 hours per day (15 hours per week): Hours can vary depending on assignment. An example of one current work pattern would be from 8.30am to 9.30am and from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The Council reserves the right to vary these working hours and times at its discretion, depending on the requirements of the school or the employer. The School Warden must be flexible in terms of working hours and availability to work. It shall be the responsibility of the warden to remain on duty each day for such hours as are necessary to protect children proceeding to and from school via the warden’s duty point FULL ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED DURING SCHOOL TERMS I.E. WARDENS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO TAKE HOLIDAYS DURING SCHOOL TERMS. 5. Annual Leave & Public Holidays Entitlement Public holiday and annual leave will be granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the nationally agreed annual leave scheme for the sector. The annual leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Annual leave entitlements for School Wardens will be 8% of overall hours worked. FULL ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED DURING SCHOOL TERMS I.E. SCHOOL WARDENS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO TAKE ANNUAL LEAVE DURING SCHOOL TERMS 6. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations 2014 as amended will prevail. 7. Probation There shall be a period after appointment takes effect during which the person appointed shall hold office on probation. (a) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period; (b) the person appointed shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of the person in such office is satisfactory. 8. Superannuation & Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect of their Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation(Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they belong. • For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching 65 years of age. • The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is 65. There is no mandatory retirement age. • Effective from 1st January 2013, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks: - Retirement age is set, initially, at 66 years; this will rise in step with statutory changes in the State Pension Contributory (SPC) age to 67 years in 2021 and 68 years in 2028. - Compulsory retirement age will be 70. 9. Recruitment Shortlisting: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Westmeath County Council may decide that a number only will be invited to same. In this respect, Westmeath County Council provide for the employment of a short-listing process to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position based on the specific competencies identified in the job description. An expert board will examine the application forms against a pre-determined criterion based on the requirements of the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/ experience on the application form. On occasion a shortlisting interview may take place. Competitive Interview: Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. The number of persons to be invited shall be determined by the Local Authority having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Interviews will be held via ‘face to face’ interview. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview. A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may within the life of the panel be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise.
Fresh Produce Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the fresh departments operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Numerical skill Customer focused A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi-task under pressure No previous experience necessary as training will be provided Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Fruit & Veg Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP training is desirable but not necessary Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Prepare customer orders across all fresh food areas i.e. make sandwiches and rolls, dish up hot food and slice meats using the store€,,s portion control measures Cook, prepare and display the foods sold throughout the day Ensure that the counter displays across all fresh food departments are to the highest standards at all times throughout the day Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with customers Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and in line with store policy.
Relief If And When Required - Staff Nurses, Social Care Workers, Support
Are you a social care, nursing , QQI 5 Healthcare student or someone who has previously worked in the social or healthcare sector looking to get back to the workplace. Perhaps you have thought about career in social care and are willing to undertake further studies and want some flexibility with your work. The Muiriosa Foundation are currently recruiting for Relief Social Care Worker, Relief Support Worker and Relief Staff Nurse positions in their Westmeath Residential Services. We are seeking to recruit motivated, enthusiastic, creative and energetic Social Care Workers/Support Workers/Staff Nurses to support individuals with an intellectual disability to realise their vision for a ‘good life’. The focus of the role will be to lead initiatives in supporting the individuals to live a life of their choosing and what matters most to them. The role will involve supporting individuals to become connected and valued within their local community, to provide opportunities for new experiences and to assist each person in developing real and authentic relationships. The ideal candidates will have a proven track record in supporting individuals to develop valued social roles and have experience in supporting individuals with communication needs and those who may display behaviours of concern and will have experience of person-centred planning and knowledge of person directed and individualised support approaches. If you are a Social Care Worker/Support Worker/Staff Nurse with the ability to connect to people and have a passion for supporting people to live typical meaningful lifestyles, then this may be an ideal opportunity for you. Enquiries: Margaret Boyle, Residential Leader 0879470671/Clodagh Stones, Residential Leader 0877084302 (Monday -Friday 9:00-17:00) Requirements: On the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, Relevant recognised Diploma in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care (Level 7 on National Framework of Qualifications), or FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills or willingness to complete. Please note social care candidates must be registered with or in the process of registering with CORU. · Full current manual driving licence. · Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism is highly desirable. · Excellent organisational, logistical and I.T skills an advantage. . Excellent communication skills and ability to become an effective team member. . Excellent record keeping and report writing skills. . Ability to support individuals to connect with their local community and develop and maintain relationships. . Ability to support individuals with person centred planning. . Knowledge of HIQA Standards · Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts in our residential services. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes and to be flexible to work across all locations and move as priorities change. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Friday 20th June
Support Workers
WESTMEATH RESIDENTIAL SERVICES SUPPORT WORKERS VARIOUS CONTRACTS AVAILABLE (48/62/72 hours per fortnight) We are seeking to recruit motivated, creative and energetic support workers to join our Residential Services team. The focus of the role will be to lead initiatives in supporting the individuals to live a life of their choosing and what matters most to them. The role will support the individuals to become connected and valued within their local community, to provide opportunities for new experiences and to assist each person in developing real and authentic relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supporting individuals to develop valued social roles and also have experience in supporting individuals with communication needs and those who may display behaviours of concern and will have experience of person centred planning and knowledge of person directed and individualised support approaches. Requirements: · FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills Or willingness to undertake QQI Level 5 training · Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism; · Experience of supporting individuals with a broad range of support needs including behaviours of concern; · A valid licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland; · Adaptable and open communication skills - written and verbal; · Supportive, dependable team player; · Experience in and commitment to supporting individuals to connect with their local community; · Self-Awareness; · Excellent interpersonal, organisational, logistical and IT skills; · Flexibility to work across all locations, move location at short notice and to fulfil all shifts and rotating/changing shift patterns including day, waking nights, sleepovers; · Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role. Informal enquiries to: Christina Dunican, Residential Leader -087-2784918/ Margaret Boyle, Residential Leader – 0879470671 /Clodagh Stones, Residential Leader 0877084302 (Monday -Friday 09:00-17:00) Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes and across a variety of locations if required. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Friday 20th June 2025 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
