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About Foróige Foróige is an independent, non-profit national voluntary youth organisation engaged in out-of-school youth development and education. The organisation aims to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their own development and the development of society. Foróige employs over 500 staff and involves thousands of volunteers in the creation and delivery of high quality services to young people through the operation of Foróige Clubs, Youth Services and Youth Support Projects. These community-based and supported initiatives are run across Ireland, in rural and urban environments, in partnership with various voluntary and statutory agencies. The organisation is a registered charity and is supported by statutory, philanthropic and corporate funding. Foróige is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of Equality of Opportunity in its employment practices. Project Information The School Completion Programme is a targeted programme which aims to increase the numbers of children and young people staying in primary and post primary school and in doing so improve the number that successfully complete the Senior Cycle, or equivalent. The School Completion programme works with students aged 4-18. The focus of the Programme is to work with those who may be at risk of educational disadvantage through early school leaving. The School Completion Programme aims to impact positively on school: ● Attendance● Retention● Participation The School Completion Programme is a national programme, and an action under the Department of Education & Skills DEIS – ‘Delivering Equality of Opportunity in School’ Plan (2017). The Programme provides a range of local targeted interventions in disadvantaged schools and communities designed to support the retention of children and young people in education. The School Completion Programme is funded by Tusla Educational Support Services. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: SCP Project Worker, Avonmore School Completion Programme Contract Type: Fixed Purpose – Secondment Cover Responsible To: SCP Project Coordinator Location: Arklow, Co. Wicklow Hours: 35 hours per week minimum Annual Leave: 29 days per year (pro-rated) The project is operated and managed on behalf of the Local Management Committee by Foróige. Role information & key duties There is a staff team comprising of Co-ordinators and project workers as well as sessional staff. There is currently a vacancy for a full time school based project worker. It should be understood however that while School Completion Programme project workers are primarily engaged to work with either primary or secondary level students, that duties cross between and across all of the schools and engagement may be required with older or younger students as part of the role as the need may arise. The duties of the School Completion Programme Project Worker will include but are not limited to: ● Provision of direct, one to one and group supports and interventions to identified children and young people in the secondary schools and primary schools as part of the implementation and delivery of the School Completion Programme plan as set by the Local Management Committee and with the support of the Project Coordinator ● Organising and facilitating the provision of in-school, out-of-school, after school and holiday time supports and evidence informed programmes for identified children and young people ● Engaging the target group and supporting those children and young people to develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours in the areas of social and emotional literacy, personal effectiveness, school readiness and educational achievement to enable them to effectively participate in the school environment. ● Enabling and empowering pupils to participate in their formal education and other learning and development activities within the school environment. ● Working collaboratively with other Education and Welfare Services including Home School Community Liaison, Education and Welfare Officers, the School Care team, Principals and other professionals to identify the students to be engaged with the Project and to plan coordinated intervention for those children and young people across appropriate services to compliment SCP interventions. ● Reporting to the programme Co-ordinator and the Local Management Committee as required. ● Keeping up to date with local, regional and national developments in the education and welfare sector, in relation to both policy and practice. ● Completing reports and other administrative tasks and recording procedures as required including attendance tracking and managing files in relation to students engaged. ● Following policies and procedures prescribed by Foróige in relation to child protection and other matters. ● Undertaking any other work relevant to the development of the programme as may arise. Professional Qualifications and Experience (E) = Essential, (D) = Desirable ● Education to Degree standard in a relevant area e.g. social care, education, youth work etc (E) ● A minimum of 1 year relevant paid or voluntary experience working with young people in a similar role (E) ● Experience in the delivery of evidence informed/ based programmes to young people (D) ● Knowledge and experience of Logic Model planning (D) ● Full Irish driving licence and access to a car (D) ● Knowledge of early school leaving factors in Ireland and familiarity with DEIS Schools (D) Person Specification (all Essential requirements) ● Empathy, approachability and an ability to relate to young people ● Understanding of and Commitment to the purpose of the School Completion Programme ● Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with children, young people and adults. ● Excellent standards of accuracy and attention to detail ● Ability to be proactive, use own initiative and work effectively within a pressurised environment ● Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a team ● Excellent written communication, including strong report writing skills. ● Ability to implement and follow organisational guidelines and processes ● Good computer skills, including experience of MS Word, Excel & Internet use Requirements of all Foróige staff (all Essential requirements) ● Commitment to the purpose of Foróige and to work within the values, policies and procedures of the organisation ● To act consistently in a professional manner at all times ● To participate in regular supervision with your line manager ● Flexibility in relation to hours of work to meet the needs of the work. Work during unsocial hours may be required. ● Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in training opportunities appropriate to the role ● To undertake other duties as may be requested by the board of Foróige and /or the Chief Executive Officer of Foróige or their nominee from time to time Additional Considerations for the Role Funding: It must be understood that if the funding for the post is discontinued the post holder’s contract may be terminated. Garda vetting: As our work involves contact with children and young people, candidates under consideration for employment in Foróige will be subject to Garda Vetting. References: The successful candidate will undergo 2 reference checks before commencing employment with Foróige. Annual Leave: The Project Worker will be entitled to 29 days annual leave pro rata plus public holidays. The needs of the job must be considered when applying to take this leave. Hours of work: The Project Worker will be expected to work a minimum of 35 hours per week. Please note this position will require flexibility in relation to working hours. It is expected that the Project Worker will work before, during and after school hours. Salary: The salary for this position will be based on the CDYSB Youth Worker Scale. Travel: This post will involve some domestic travel within Ireland and occasional meetings. Travel and expenses will be paid in accordance with appropriate Foróige rates. Base: The employment base for this post will be Arklow, Co. Wicklow
Support Coordinator
Drivers license and own car is essential This is a wonderful and exciting opportunity to join one of the most important charities in Ireland in a period when the need for our services has never been greater. The successful candidate, upon commencing employment, will undergo a comprehensive induction and training programme to ensure readiness for the role's responsibilities and will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of numerous older people in Ireland. Support Coordinators play a critical role in facilitating practical support and coordinating services for older people to address their challenges effectively. The role focuses on assessing needs, connecting with partners and coordinating services to ensure a comprehensive and targeted approach. Support Coordinators are field based, and travel is required within the community. A clean driver’s license and own car is mandatory. Responsibilities Support Coordination
Bakery Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a Supervisor/Manager role is desirable Previous food preparation and production experience 2 years€,, experience as a Baker Qualified baker is a distinct advantage Must be able to deliver a proven margin Creative 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. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Drive sales through KPI reports, financial reports, brand initiatives, customer initiatives and employee knowledge Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions, builds on existing procedures/processes with employees and management Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times Adhere to weekly stocktaking procedures Ensure all staff reporting to you are competent in any duties required and are given adequate training relevant to their tasks Attend and engage in management meetings and bring learnings and builds back to the team.
Grocery Manager
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Barista
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Social Care Worker
Social Care Worker - Residential Ashford, Co. Wicklow 39 hours per week Specific purpose contract to cover maternity leave Job reference: SCW_PADDSP_0408 Essential criteria for the position of Social Care Worker: Full Job Specification available on request Autism A Chara does not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies, any CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be deleted and not considered.
Barista
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Warehouse Operative
The warehouse operative’s primary responsibility is the timely and accurate dispatch of medicinal products in accordance with the relevant Standard Operating Procedures and GDP. Specific responsibilities include:
Afterschool Flexi Relief Team Member
Please note: The current rate of pay is €15.00 per hour. This will increase to €15.75 per hour from 1st October 2026. Join Kids Inc. Join Kids Inc. and help children thrive after the school day in a fun, active, and supportive environment. With over 25 years of experience in childcare, Kids Inc. is one of Ireland's leading providers of Early Years and Afterschool Care. We operate over 70 onsite Breakfast and Afterschool programmes nationwide, alongside our Creche and Preschool services. We are currently recruiting Afterschool Flexi Relief Team Members to support our services across Wicklow for the 2026/2027 school term. About the Role Our Afterschool programmes provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging home-from-home environment where children can relax, complete their homework, and take part in a wide range of fun and enriching activities at the end of the school day. As an Afterschool Relief Team Member, you'll provide cover across a local group of Kids Inc. services within your assigned area. You'll support centres during staff absences, annual leave, training, and vacancies, helping to ensure children continue to receive high-quality care every day. Successful candidates will be assigned to a local area based on where they live and will provide cover across multiple schools within that area. You will not be expected to travel throughout the whole of Wicklow. What You'll Be Doing
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
