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The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and advocating for the rights of people affected by dementia to quality supports and services. Our vision is an Ireland where people affected by dementia are valued and supported. A national non-profit organisation, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person centred, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core. The ASI is currently recruiting a Home Care Coordinator based at Bethany House, Barrack St, Carlow, R93 F8K3, reporting to the Operations Manager. This is a permanent contract working 35 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the home care service across Carlow/Kilkenny, along with assessing the needs of clients and carers, assigning staff to clients based on their needs and reviewing these assignments regularly. To be successful in this role you will need experience of working with people with dementia, older people or people with intellectual disabilities. A third level qualification is desirable but not essential. You will need good communication, organisational and administration skills and be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team. Having experience in Human Resource Management, Budget Management, Quality Standards and Risk Management is an advantage. A full driving licence is essential. Salary will be commensurate with the care sector and dependent on relevant experience. A detailed job description is available. If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to: recruit@alzheimer.ie Closing date for applications is 3rd July 2026. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Purpose of Position The Home Care Co-ordinator manages and co-ordinates person centred care and resources in the home in an efficient and effective manner to people living with dementia. He/she has responsibility for the supervision of home care staff in their area. He/she will work closely with other members of staff to ensure that they are cognisant of other services which the client/family may be receiving so that they can help ensure that all services are delivered in an integrated, seamless manner. Main Duties and Responsibilities Management • Supervise, co-ordinate and support the work of home care workers assigned to him/her. • Co-ordinate recruitment, induction and ongoing management of staff for the service. • Hold regular individual and group staff meetings to discuss performance, service enhancements, client welfare and relevant operational or procedural matters. • Identify training needs and plan/co-ordinate induction and training schedules for home carers. Act as mentor to home carers completing FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support. • Schedule and issue the home care staff roster on a weekly/monthly basis based on the individual needs of clients and the requirement for the service to be cost efficient. • Keep and maintain appropriate records in relation to all home carers assigned to him/her including pay, all forms of leave etc. • Prepare, certify and approve pay sheets and travelling expenses for home carers. • Ensure all home care workers and him/her self comply with the Society's policies and procedures. • Allocate a home carer from time to time to cover on a temporary basis in the day care centre when necessary. Client Work • Assess, identify and manage the needs of potential and existing clients. • Carry out and input into the assessment (initial and ongoing) of clients and decide whether Home Care, Day Care, or a Home Care Package is/are the most appropriate service(s) to offer the client. • Produce a detailed specification of the client's home care needs so that these can be matched to the work specification given to the home carer. • Review clients on a regular basis by liaising with those responsible for providing care to the client and convey to the client's primary carer/other healthcare professionals any concerns on client welfare. • Identify gaps in care provision and devise plans on how to address those needs. • Manage waiting lists for home care service in an efficient and effective manner. • Manage health and safety concerns by carrying out risk assessments and ensuring any issues or concerns are dealt with appropriately. Administration • Carry out the administration required to provide an efficient and effective Home Care Service in the area. • Keep and maintain appropriate records of clients in receipt of home care service. • Input required data into the billing system for issuing invoices to home care clients. • Ensure that accurate statistics are recorded for the home care service and provide reports to the Regional Manager, Committee and the HSE in regard to same. • Liaise with the client's primary carer and Public Health Nurse (PHN) to complete the home care record. • Process correspondence from clients' primary carers and administer any processing of payments etc. Advocacy • Ensure there is an awareness of the issues relating to dementia at a local level and promote the services provided locally by the Society. • Ensure compliance with the service level agreement by way of home care hours that need to be provided in the area. • Network and liaise with other service providers, health professionals and potential referral sources e.g. PHNs, GPs etc. to promote the service. • Organise events/seminars that could help promote the service. • Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. The principal accountabilities outline the main duties of the role. However, in an organisation such as the Society, it is inevitable that tasks may arise which may not fall within the remit of the above list of main duties. Employees are therefore required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in their job description. Should an additional responsibility become a regular part of an employee's job, the job description will be amended to reflect this. PERSON SPECIFICATION Knowledge/Experience • A standard of education sufficient to enable him/her to discharge the duties of the post satisfactorily. • Diploma in Health Service Management or equivalent qualification desirable. • Previous experience of working in a caring environment, preferably caring for people with dementia, older people or people who have learning disabilities, is essential. • Previous experience or an understanding of managing people or a service is essential. Skills/Competencies Strong Client Focus • Commitment to deliver a high quality person centred care service. • Empathy and respect for the rights of the individual with dementia. Management Skills • Ability to supervise, manage and motivate a team of home carers. • Ability to plan and manage change. • Excellent organisational skills in the area of general administration, resource allocation etc. • Financial awareness and ability to operate service within budget. • Ability to handle effectively challenging deadlines and multiple tasks. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • An understanding of legislation relevant to the role e.g. Health and Safety, Employment legislation etc. • Comprehensive understanding of the Irish health system and structures. • Experienced computer user with strong MS Office skills. Other Requirements • Suitable personal transport and a clean driving licence as this post involves regular travel access.
Calibration Technician
About the Role: As a CBRE Calibration Technician, you will calibrate and adjust equipment in accordance with the customer and requirements. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. What You’ll Do:
Night Shift Operator
Night Shift Operator - Applegreen Carlow Killeshin Road As a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen, 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. *Experience in a similar role is an advantage What will I be doing as a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen? · Operating the shop in line with company policy throughout the night as per shop checklist. · Ensure all perimeter alarms are activated. · Ensure the site building is secure throughout the night. · Keep the shop area clean, tidy, and safe. · Provide excellent customer service. · Ensure accurate price labelling of products. · Stock rotation and shelf stacking. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Night Shift Operator would ideally: · Have previous experience in retail · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
Stability Team Manager - Hybrid
Join our team and be the driving force behind the success of our Stability team. As a Quality Manager, your energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadership will play a key role in delivering high standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following: Our facility in Carlow site broke ground in 2008 and is a filling site for the launch and commercial supply of vaccines, biologics and small molecule drug product. Since its initial launch, the site has attracted significant internal investment and is now home to a number of state-of-the-art production facilities, laboratories and temperature-controlled warehousing units. The Carlow site is a significant employer in the South East region and attracts high performing talent through close collaborations with universities and colleges in the region We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs. As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process. We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world. Hybrid Job Posting End Date: 06/30/2026
Healthcare Assistant
Introduction to the Model Housing Plus has been initiated as a customised model of high-level support to promoteindependent living in the community for people known as chronic homeless service users whose tenancies or home occupation are at risk because of ongoing challenges in relation to high-risk behaviours, addiction self-neglect, hoarding and/or incapacity to maintain their home to an adequate standard. Funding has been sourced from a private bursary and funding for the position is subject to this funding, for the Good Shepherd Centre to employ a healthcare worker. Secure tenancies with support are recognized as the way forward for many of those with complex needs. Main Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Work within the framework of the overall objectives and Policies of the Good Shepherd Centre. 2. Provide assistance with daily activities such as personal care to service users in their own home ensuring client’s dignity and wellbeing is promoted. 3. To implement support plans (recovery focused) with clients as directed by the project worker. This may include cleaning, shopping, general housekeeping and other tasks identified. 4. This contract is a specified purpose contract. Subject to ongoing Funding Support. 5. To ensure to support tenants in maintaining their homes and managing personal care. 6. To work as part of a team. 7. To remind service users to take their medication and monitor when a prescription may need to be refilled. 8. To provide relief care for a carer / colleague as required. 9. To report any concerns to the project worker / team leader and to be aware of the changing needs of the service user. 10. To support service users with life skills such as using household appliances, meal preparation, cleaning. 11. To be responsible for keeping up to date records such as daily logs / handovers. 12. To work to the service model and standards of best practice 13. To attend and participate in individual, team and GSCK training and meetings as required. 14. To support service users to appointment via the company car or public transport where necessary. 15. To participate in formal and informal supervision. 16. To work closely with the project worker in the co-ordination and implementation of the homecare support care plan. 17. To work a flexible roster over 5 days and occasional evenings / weekends to meet the objective of the service 18. To implement existing policies and procedures and to input into the development of new ones 19. To implement and evaluate the daily activities. 20. To ensure confidentiality in all matters concerning individuals using our service, this includes the safe storage of reports and records. 21. To undertake such other duties as might be reasonably assigned from time to time in consultation with the Team Leader. 22. To be vigilant to any Health, Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager or Health & Safety Representative 23. To promote the service user’s safety, health and wellbeing. The GSCK are an equal opportunities employer Essential Criteria · Level 5 QQI Healthcare or equivalent relevant qualification · Minimum 1 year post qualification experience in a related field · Full clean driving license and access to a car · Good verbal and written skills · Communication skills to support the service user · Practical skills and willingness to complete tasks required · Excellent problem-solving skills · Candidates should demonstrate a caring and responsible attitude, ability to respect each service users dignity and sense of independence Desirable Experience of lone working in a healthcare setting First Aid Training
Horticulture Apprentice
Overview: Join our team at Duckett’s Grove House and Walled Gardens as a Horticulture Apprentice. This position offers a unique opportunity to learn and develop skills in a historic and beautiful setting. Responsibilities: Assisting with the cultivation and maintenance of plants, fruit, flowers, and trees within the Walled Gardens. Learning about and participating in garden design, planting, and care under the guidance of experienced head gardener. Participating in the upkeep of the grounds, including weeding, watering, and general grounds maintenance. Engaging with visitors to provide information about the gardens and horticultural practices. Qualifications: A passion for horticulture and a desire to learn and develop skills in a hands-on environment. Strong work ethic and willingness to take on a variety of tasks related to garden maintenance and care. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanour when interacting with visitors. Benefits: Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced head gardener. Opportunity to develop practical skills in a historic and picturesque garden setting. Potential for growth and advancement within the organisation for individuals demonstrating exceptional dedication and skills. To Apply: Please submit your cover letter expressing your interest in the horticulture apprentice position at Duckett’s Grove House and Walled Gardens. R93 RF80
Part Time Healthy Campus Coordinator
Vacancy : 041024 - Part Time Healthy Campus Coordinator Contract : Specified Purpose - 12 months Salary : Senior Staff Officer salary scale: €58,476 - €71,440 (pro rata equivalent of 0.5 FTE) (based on rates effective 1 June 2026) Closing Date :06-Jul-2026 12:00 At South East Technological University (SETU), we believe that health and wellbeing are essential to achieving our mission of excellence in education, research, and community engagement.Our Healthy Campus programme is guided by the principles of the Okanagan Charter, the Limerick Framework for Action and the Healthy Campus Charter & Framework for Ireland, embedding a holistic approach to wellbeing across all aspects of university life. This position is responsible for supporting, expanding and enhancing the delivery of a comprehensive Healthy Campus programme for staff, students and the wider SETU community. Working collaboratively with the existing Healthy Campus Coordinator, this role will contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives across key pillars of wellbeing including Physical Health, Mental and Emotional wellbeing, Nutrition and Lifestyle and social connection. The postholder will play a key role in supporting Healthy Campus activities across multiple campuses, working closely with key internal stakeholders from various functions including Human Resources, Health and Safety, Communications, and various health and wellbeing units to strengthening engagement, and embed a culture of wellbeing across the institution. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, energetic and passionate candidate to contribute to a growing dynamic health promotion function and to help establish SETU as a leader in Healthy Campus practice. CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GET MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY
Deputy Store Manager
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Do you enjoy leading by example? This could be your next career move. Come and talk to us, to see what we’re all about. What you'll do Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Deputy Librarian
Salary: Administrative Officer salary scale €60,611 - €78,796 (Based on rates effective 01/02/2026) Hours of Work: The appointee will be required to work 35 hours per week together with such additional hours as may be required from time to time for the proper discharge of their duties. Annual Leave: 29 days annual leave. Annual leave will be in accordance with arrangements authorised by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science from time to time. #SETU A standby panel may be formed from which vacancies for this role may be filled. Information about Department/Function The library supports SETU staff and students, contributes to university life and engages with the wider communities. Offering a vast array of physical and digital resources including print books and journals, online databases, ebooks and ejournals, study facilities and much more, the library service is critical to university life. The library supports the teaching, learning and research needs of the University. Library staff partner with academic and professional support service colleagues to deliver library services aligned with the vision, mission and values of the university. The library service is delivered across the university in two large libraries and two smaller libraries. This post is based on the Carlow campus, one of the larger libraries. Overview of Role & Context SETU is seeking a Deputy Librarian for the Carlow Campus who will play an important role in the ongoing strategic and operational development of the Library’s role within the University. The Deputy Librarian will be required to assist in the proactive, cost-effective and efficient library and information service in support of the teaching and research requirements of the University. Management of teams will be a key component of the post. The Deputy Librarian will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Carlow campus library under the guidance of the Librarian. As a member of the library rostering team, the post holder will be required to work some evenings and weekends to provide cover during library opening hours. The Deputy Librarian will also be required to deputise for the Librarian from time to time. The range of duties attached to the post may vary from time to time in the context of evolving University objectives and organisational restructuring. The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, learner-focused, have relevant library experience, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, organisational abilities, vision and leadership. The Library is committed to delivering a high-quality, user-focused library service informed by the teaching, learning and research objectives of SETU. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and implementing a wide range of strategic and operational library developments in order to meet these objectives. Additionally, the Deputy Librarian may be assigned other duties by the Librarian. Key Responsibilities / Duties This post involves oversight of a range of areas in the library. The variety of duties attached to the post is varied and subject to change. Strategic Leadership • Work with the Librarian to manage the day-to-day operations of the library. • Contribute to the formation of overall University policy and to library-wide strategic planning. • Manage and participate in library and university committees/groups. • Represent the Library internally, regionally, nationally and internationally as required. • Manage and lead substantial change and library service development, including strategic planning. • Deputise for the Librarian as required. Operational Management • Coordinate daily library operations, including overseeing library user experience, library facilities and space management. • Manage library staffing, including staff leave and rotas. • Oversee staff development, team building and individual growth. • Assist in the data-informed planning of library developments. • Ensure compliance with legal, audit and health and safety requirements. • Ensure best practice in relation to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). • Oversee acquisition processes, including library procurement and collection management trends. Library Service Development • Align the Library with the teaching, learning and research activities of the University, including the ability to lead in Open Research initiatives. • Lead and manage changes and trends regarding library print and digital collections. • Promote the Library within the University and the region as a partner in teaching, learning, research and civic engagement activities. • Work with Student Services and other relevant areas on campus, ensuring the delivery of quality library services for all students. Academic Qualifications A relevant degree together with a postgraduate qualification in Librarianship or Information Science, or an equivalent qualification in Library and Information Studies. Experience • At least five years’ postgraduate experience in relevant library work. • Relevant experience of leading and motivating a team in an academic library. • Strong change management experience. • Experience of developing and implementing plans, strategies, policies and quality improvement initiatives. Specific Knowledge & Skills • Excellent analytical, interpersonal and teamwork skills. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Evident change management leadership experience. • Experience of coordinating Open Research services. I.T. Skills • Experience of library management systems and digital services. Specific Personal Qualities • Proven ability to work collaboratively and supportively with a wide variety of stakeholders, both internal and external. • A proactive and problem-solving approach, with the flexibility to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Field Service Engineer
Join Ireland's leading agricultural technology company and be part of the team that's driving the future of grassland farming. Full Training provided Brand new Van fully equipped Monday to Friday 8 - 5pm Some weekend work Career development opportunities Work with the latest agri technology Competitive Salary Comprehensive benefits package Send you CV to daragh@grasstech.ie
