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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. 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 ExperienceEssential 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
Mystery Shoppers
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Occupational Therapist, Senior, Practice Tutor
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Occupational Therapist Senior Practice Tutor to join our team in Cork Services. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 35 hours Permanent Salary Scale: €62,072 to €73,477 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : Annual leave entitlement is 33 days pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: The practice tutor will have responsibility to coordinate and develop the capacity and quality of practice education within adults and children disabilities services. It is envisaged that the post holder will set up processes and systems to ensure increased and sustained capacity for Practice education placements in Disability services in Cork and Kerry. They will support both students and practice educators. The Practice Tutor will provide structured support to students and Practice Educators, ensuring effective supervision, robust assessment processes and positive placement experiences. The role acts as a key link between clinical teams and university partners, promoting high standards of education, supporting workforce development, and contributing to governance and service improvement initiatives related to practice education Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: • Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register with CORU at time of application and provide proof of statutory registration before a contract of employment can be issued • Have three years full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience • Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. • Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. • On Appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU • Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland • Full clean Drivers Licence with access to own transport • Eligible to work in the State • Have experience and/interest in working with students and provision and/or co-ordination of practice placements Desirable Criteria: · The post holder will have experience working in children and/or adults’ disability services. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Friday 25th September 2026. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Day Service Support Worker Days A Week
REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS . CANDIDATES MUST BE RESIDENT IN CORK IRELAND AND MUST HOLD A DRIVER'S LICENCE ELIGIBLE FOR DRIVING IN IRELAND. Day Service Support Worker, 35 hours per week over 5 weekdays, Permanent Contract L’Arche Cork is recruiting for the position of Day Service Support to enhance the work of the day service team in meeting the needs of adults with intellectual disability (ID). A vital component of the role is to offer individualised care and support, ensuring activities are available to people in accordance with their expressed preferences, individual capabilities, and also their specific needs, aligning with New Directions standards for person-centred practice. The position calls for administration of medication and personal care and is, thus, needs-led, requiring enthusiasm and initiative, together with the ability to foster positive relationships. Expectations of the role of the Day Service Support Worker: · To be responsive to both service needs and individual needs, (including arising personal care needs), and to work as directed within the day service team · To build trusting, Person-Centred, relationships with the people you support · To encourage and support adults with ID to participate in activities of interest both within and outside of the L’Arche community, promoting independence and positive risk-taking · To communicate regularly with the day service team to ensure effective sharing of information, safeguarding, planning and risk assessment Requirements for the role: · A minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in social care or equivalent qualification · Minimum 2-years’ relevant experience in a care or disability environment · To work on own initiative and also as part of a team, to be solution-focused and needs-led, with the ability to contingency-plan · Ability to manage behaviours that may challenge · Commitment to best practice, legislation, and to L’Arche policy, especially regarding safeguarding, upholding confidentiality, and accountability · A working knowledge of New Directions Standards for Adults with Disabilities and the National Framework for Person Centred Planning in Services for Persons with a Disability · Full clean driving licence – local driving is an essential part of the role · The post is subject to ongoing Garda vetting Salary scale: HSE Health Care Assistant 29,403-44,190 Euros per annum DOE , pro rata . Please refer to Job Description for further details. Queries should be directed to the Day Service Co-Ordinator, Meadhbh Furlong, on 021-431-8880. If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies, and experience for this role, please submit your letter of application and C.V. via Rezoomo. The closing date for applications is Monday 28th September
Care Assistants, Area
Care Assistants - West Cork Area (Bandon, Macroom, Clonakilty, Skibbereen) Aligned to the Care Assistant(Disability Services) pay scale Salary: The 13-point salary scale for the post as of 01/06/2026. €34,881, €36,034, €37,602, €38,122, €38,965, €40,603, €42,362, €42,976, €44,504, €45,647, €46,578, €47,624, €48,434 LSI Pease note that successful candidates will commence on point 1 of the Care Assistant scale unless they have previous service directly with the HSE or a Section 38 agency in which case relevant service may be taken into account for salary placement. New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (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. Locations We have roles in various locations across the West Cork Area. Shift Work position 78-hour fortnight (Day Shift and Night Shift) In line with our growing services Horizons is looking to recruit Care Assistants in the West Cork Area to support people with an intellectual disability and/or autism to flourish and lead a life of their choosing. This is a real opportunity to support people to reach their dreams, hopes, and wishes every day. The successful applicants may be required to work in existing Horizons residential services , as part of a team or in new community-based settings. The positions require a high degree of flexibility and motivation. The team members will work closely with individuals’ circles of support and their local community in order to develop and progress opportunities for them. A commitment to a person centred, citizen based, and social model of support is required. Applicants must possess the competencies and skills appropriate to working with persons with an intellectual disability. Note: Shortlisting will be based on the information provided on the application form. Essential Criteria for Applicants: Completed applications must be submitted no later Friday 2nd October 2026. Note: We recommend completing the application on a PC or laptop to ensure full visibility of the form. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Visit our website at Home - Horizons
Executive Technician
The Role The position of Executive Technician (Civil) is a senior technical role within the City Council and may be assigned across a range of Directorates, including Infrastructure Development, Housing, and Operations (Roads and Parks). The role requires a high level of technical expertise in Civil Engineering within a local authority context. The successful candidate will provide technical, supervisory and advisory support across a broad range of functions, contributing to the planning, design, delivery and maintenance of infrastructure and public realm projects. The Executive Technician will work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe and cost-effective services to the public. Key Responsibilities The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: Technical & Project Delivery • Prepare tender documentation including drawings, specifications and pricing documents. • Assist in the assessment of tenders and preparation of recommendation reports. • Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal and external stakeholders. • Support the design, planning and delivery of civil engineering projects. • Carry out site inspections, surveys, measurements and material sampling as required. Data Management & Systems • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in paper, electronic and GIS-based systems. • Update and manage spatial data using systems such as GIS. • Utilise technical software packages including AutoCAD and ArcGIS. Health & Safety • Promote and ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and Council policies. • Contribute to risk assessments, method statements, inspections and incident investigations. • Participate in the development of safe systems of work and toolbox talks. Financial & Resource Management • Assist in budget preparation and monitor expenditure to ensure cost control. • Support efficient allocation and use of resources across projects. Supervision & Teamwork • Supervise and support technical and operational staff where required. • Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver organisational objectives. • Provide guidance and technical support to colleagues. Stakeholder Engagement • Represent the Council at meetings with internal and external stakeholders. • Liaise with contractors, consultants and the public as required. • Supervise contractors and consultants to ensure compliance with contract requirements. Regulatory & Reporting Functions • Prepare reports on planning applications and other statutory submissions. • Assist in the investigation and reporting of public liability cases. General • Undertake training and continuous professional development as required. • Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned from time to time. Executive Technician (Architectural and Construction): The Role The Executive Technician (Architectural & Construction) is a key member of the City Architect’s in-house design and project management team, supporting the delivery of housing, civic buildings, public realm projects, and conservation works. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing local authority with an ambitious programme focused on the development of social housing, enhancement of civic infrastructure, and the conservation and refurbishment of existing buildings. The successful candidate will support the design, detailing and delivery of a wide range of architectural projects, ensuring that all work is carried out in accordance with current Building Regulations, best practice standards, and project timelines. The role involves close collaboration with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders. Key Responsibilities The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: Design & Technical Delivery • Prepare detailed design drawings and production information across a range of architectural projects. • Assist in the preparation of tender documentation, including drawings, specifications and schedules. • Support the development of high-quality construction detailing in compliance with Building Regulations. • Produce presentation drawings and visual material to support planning submissions. The Role The Executive Technician (Building Surveying, Inspection & Control) is part of a multidisciplinary team within the Fire and Building Control Department. Reporting to the Senior Executive Building Surveyor, the role involves providing technical support and advice in the administration and enforcement of Building Control legislation. A key aspect of the position is the inspection of active construction sites and existing structures to assess compliance with Building Regulations, Dangerous Buildings legislation, and accessibility requirements. The role is central to safeguarding public safety and ensuring the integrity of the built environment, through the effective interpretation and application of building legislation, standards, and Council policies. Key Responsibilities The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: Building Control & Regulatory Functions • Assist in the administration and implementation of relevant legislation, including the Building Control Acts 1990-2025, Building Regulations 1997-2024, and associated regulations. • Assess applications, including Disability Access Certificates, for compliance with statutory requirements. • Review building designs and construction proposals to determine compliance with Building Regulations. Inspection & Enforcement • Carry out inspections of construction works at all stages to assess compliance. • Monitor and investigate potential breaches of Building Regulations and take appropriate action. • Maintain detailed and accurate records of inspections and enforcement actions. • Issue warnings or cautions where non-compliance is identified. Dangerous Buildings & Public Safety • Investigate and report on buildings or structures considered dangerous. • Undertake site visits and prepare reports in relation to public safety concerns. • Support enforcement actions under the Local Government (Sanitary Services) Act, 1964, including attendance at court and provision of evidence where required. Site & Stakeholder Engagement • Liaise with builders, developers, design professionals and members of the public. • Provide guidance and technical advice on compliance requirements. • Represent the Council in enforcement and regulatory matters as required. General • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and industry practices. • Undertake training and continuous professional development as required. • Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned from time to time. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • A strong working knowledge of Building Regulations and Construction Products Regulations. • A thorough understanding of construction methods across a wide range of building types and materials. • Experience in building inspection, compliance assessment, or a related field. • The ability to interpret and apply legislation in a practical and consistent manner. • Strong report writing, record-keeping and communication skills. • The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Executive Technician (Property and Estate Management): The Role The Executive Technician (Property & Estate Management) is a senior technical position within the Property Department, Corporate Affairs & International Relations Directorate, reporting to the Chief Technician. The role involves supporting the effective management of the City Council’s property portfolio, including land and property acquisition and disposal, title investigation, and the maintenance of property records. The position requires a strong understanding of property-related legislation, mapping systems, and local authority procedures. The successful candidate will provide technical, advisory and project support across a broad range of property and estate management functions, contributing to the strategic management and development of Council-owned assets. Key Responsibilities The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: Property & Estate Management • Support the management and maintenance of the City Council’s property register. • Assist in the acquisition and disposal of land and property, including rights of way and wayleaves. • Contribute to the active management of a large and diverse property portfolio. Valuation, Investigation & Title • Undertake inspections and surveys of property, including boundary verification against legal title. • Investigate property ownership and prepare supporting documentation. • Assist in the examination and assessment of property titles. Compulsory Purchase & Statutory Processes • Support the preparation and implementation of Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs). • Assist in the preparation and service of statutory notices. • Attend oral hearings or arbitration proceedings as required. • Undertake investigations relating to compulsory acquisition, including under the Derelict Sites Act. Technical Advice & Stakeholder Support • Provide technical advice on property ownership and related matters to internal departments, the Law Agent’s Office and external stakeholders. • Liaise with relevant parties to resolve property-related issues. GIS & Data Management • Support the development and maintenance of a GIS-based Property Interest Register. • Provide mapping and spatial analysis to support property investigations and statutory processes. Project Management • Manage small to medium-sized projects from inception through to completion. • Support the delivery of property-related initiatives and programmes. General • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice. • Undertake training and continuous professional development as required. • Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned from time to time. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • Knowledge of land and property acquisition and disposal processes. • Experience or familiarity with Compulsory Purchase Orders and associated hearings. • An understanding of relevant legislation, including Landlord and Tenant Acts, Derelict Sites Act, and property registration procedures. • Experience working with the Property Registration Authority of Ireland processes. • A good understanding of construction technology and Building Regulations. • Proficiency in technical software such as AutoCAD and GIS (e.g. ArcGIS). • Skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: property/estate management, project management, engineering or planning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Experience, etc. Candidates shall on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post: i. Have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, ii. Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post, iii. Have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work, iv. Possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, and v. Have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff. Desirable Skills Candidates must be able to demonstrate competence in the following key areas: • Problem Solving & Decision Making • Delivering Quality Outcomes and Ensuring Compliance • Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement Additional Requirements It is desirable that candidates hold a full clean driving licence and/or have access to a car. Salary The salary scale for the post is: €52,964 - €54,212 - €55,506 - €56,824 - €58,161 - €59,489 - €61,429 (LSI 1) - €63,367 (LSI 2) In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale at the minimum point. Hours of Duty The standard working week is 35 hours per week. The role may, on occasion, require evening or weekend work. Holders of the post may be required to attend for duty at any time, in accordance with arrangements made by the local authority. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours worked will be subject to the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time (Regulations) Act, 2001.
Trainee Accountant
Finance Graduate Programme (3 and a half year contract) Are you a recent Finance or Accounting graduate looking to launch your career with a global multinational or are you someone who wants to pivot into MNC? We are recruiting for a Trainee Accountant to join a high-performing team in Cork. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience across finance, internal controls, audit, data analysis and global business operations. ABOUT THE ROLE: You will gain hands-on experience in:
Medical Administrator
Alliance Medical are currently recruiting a Medical Administrator to join our radiology team based in Cork. This is a great opportunity to be part of a high-performing, compassionate team providing vital diagnostic imaging services for patients. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment, has excellent communication skills, and is passionate about delivering outstanding care in a healthcare setting. Contract: Full-time, Specific Purpose contract (6-8 months initially) Working hours: 37.5 hours per week (4 days a week Between Mon - Sat)
Recruit Prison Officer
Salary As of 1st June 2026, following salary scale applies to Recruit Prison Officers: PPC €38,413.00 €39,7189.00 €42,789.00 (NORMAL MAX) Entry will be at the minimum point of the scale. Introduction The Irish Prison Service is responsible for the provision of safe and secure custody, dignity of care and rehabilitation to people in custody for safer communities. The Irish Prison Service operates as an executive office within the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration (“the Department”). It is headed by a Director General supported by a number of Directors. The Irish Prison Service is a key component in our country’s Criminal Justice System. It employs some 3,700 uniformed and civilian staff. Currently, the Irish Prison Service estate (the Estate) is made up of 13 prisons; 10 closed Prisons (Arbour Hill, Castlerea, Cloverhill, Cork, Dóchas, Limerick, Midlands, Mountjoy, Portlaoise, and Wheatfield), the Training Unit (Mountjoy) and two Open Centres (Loughan House and Shelton Abbey). Typically, the Irish Prison Service manages approximately 6,000 people in custody at any one time, both male and female, aged 18 and over. Irish Prison Service Headquarters (HQ) is located in Longford. HQ is made up of five Directorates including Care and Rehabilitation, Operations, Human Resources, Finance and Estates, and Corporate Services, Governance and ICT. Our Mission Providing safe and secure custody, dignity of care and rehabilitation to prisoners for safer communities. Our Vision A safer community through excellence in a prison service built on respect for human dignity. Our Values Teamwork - We achieve more by working together than we can as individuals working alone. Integrity - We must always have the courage to do the right thing, the decent thing, even when no one else is watching. Potential - Everyone has the potential to be a better person, and we actively seek to provide staff and those in custody with opportunities to realise and achieve this. Safety - We actively contribute to maintaining an environment in which staff and those in our custody feel emotionally and physically safe and ultimately, contribute to a safer community. Support - We actively seek to provide supports to staff and support rehabilitation of those in custody. These values foster and support the courage to make a difference in all that we do and to ensure that the Irish Prison Service is: • an open, inclusive, diverse and proud organisation which focuses on teamwork and collaboration and encourages supportive and positive relationships. • an ethical and accountable organisation where the highest standards are expected, promoted and adhered to and which is open to external scrutiny and adheres to human rights. • a competent organisation where staff are equipped with the necessary skills and competencies to reach their potential, behave appropriately and have a clear understanding of their role in the organisation. • a supportive organisation which promotes the safety and the physical and mental health of all staff, where staff are valued and recognised and there is a focus on “those that do” rather than “those that don’t”. • a rehabilitative organisation which supports positive change, improved resettlement and reintegration opportunities for prisoners through targeted action and interagency collaboration and support. • a more aware organisation where the rights and needs of the citizen, especially victims, are always supported, recognised and listened to. The Prison Environment A prison is not a usual environment for any human being. It is a complex and dynamic environment which has the potential to be stressful for both prisoners and for staff. The normalisation of the prison environment is largely dependent on effective management and on the development of appropriate relationships by our prison staff with our prisoners. Prisons operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. A list of all Prison Estates can be found in Appendix 1. Our Prisoners While each prisoner’s personal life story is unique, many of our prisoners have mental illnesses, behavioural issues and addictions. They have been subjected to sexual, domestic and social abuse, and/or have neglected their own physical health. Some prisoners have committed serious crimes. Some have come from disadvantaged and minority groups in society, and some have had little or no opportunity or encouragement to participate in education or training programmes. Our Staff In Ireland, recent years have required Prison Officers to undertake increasingly complex and diverse tasks, balancing their traditional security focussed role with a renewed emphasis on facilitating rehabilitative interventions that address offending behaviour. Prison Officers are the frontline staff who interact most with prisoners on a daily basis and as a result, have the potential to positively influence prisoners to engage in training, education, psychology and community in-reach services within the prison system. Knowledge of the legal framework which governs the management of prisoners and skills such as searching and restraint techniques are important competencies for prison staff, however, the most important aspects of operating as an effective Prison Officer is the capacity to relate to and engage with prisoners, act with professionalism, tolerance and humanity and the ability to role model positive social behaviour. Such traits stem from life experience and personal values. Role Profile Prison Officers conduct the majority of the face to face interactions with people committed to prison throughout their sentence including transportation from court; committal; safety; security; accommodation; supporting access to healthcare, psychology, in reach services, work training, education and visits by family friends and legal representatives; maintaining good order and discipline; and supporting their care, progression, desistence and rehabilitation in order that they can safely reintegrate back into their communities on completion of their sentence. Given that prisoners spend the majority of their sentence in the presence of Prison Officers, building appropriate relationships with prisoners and actively role modelling positive behaviours in general appearance, demeanour and in daily interactions with colleagues and prisoners are fundamental aspects of the role. Prison Officers must always secure and account for every prisoner in their care, whether inside the prison or when on prisoner escorts. An overview of the wide variety of accountabilities associated with the role of Prison Officer, both within a prison context and across the wider organisation are outlined below: a) Ensure the safe and secure custody of prisoners by • Accounting for and securing all prisoners, prisoner information, keys and radios in your custody at all times. • Setting clear expectations of behaviour for prisoners, utilising the Incentivised Regime Scheme to reflect the consequences of their behaviour and initiating disciplinary proceedings when the Prison Rules are breached by prisoners. • Vigilantly monitoring prison cells and infrastructure for damage, tampering, breakage, or for potential risk of injury on a daily basis and report any potential threats to security or safety to the Assistant Chief Officer (ACO) and Trades Officer immediately. • Monitoring yards, visits, gates, nets, external perimeters and overhead airspace utilising CCTV and other measures and reporting any suspect activity to the ACO. • Quickly identifying and interpreting warning signs, indicators, changes in prisoner behaviour, routines and habits, regarding potential threats to the good order and safe and secure custody of prisoners and promptly acting to resolve or prevent incidents and communicating to other staff if there are any unresolved issues. • Identifying and reporting evidence of possession or use of prohibited articles, drugs or substances within the prison. • Preventing non-compliant and violent conduct and the unlawful escape of prisoners in a manner consistent with the Prison Rules. • Maintaining familiarity with and rehearsing or implementing contingency plans in order to effectively respond to a prison emergency or critical incident. b) Contribute to the care, progression, desistence and rehabilitation of prisoners by • Actively role modelling positive behaviours in your general appearance, demeanour, in your daily interactions with colleagues and prisoners and by ensuring that decisions relating to prisoner requests are responded to quickly and the prisoner understands the justification for the decision. • Monitoring and recording indicators regarding the physical and mental health of prisoners in accordance with policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and when concerns are identified alert the appropriate healthcare staff. • Engaging and communicating effectively with line managers, Integrated Sentence Managers (ISMs), healthcare staff, psychologists, Work Training staff, teachers, in reach services, etc., regarding prisoners in your care. • Supporting and promoting, in-reach prison community initiatives such as the Red Cross, Samaritans Listener programme, Men’s Shed, Gaisce, Toastmasters, Park run, etc. • Cultivating appropriate relationships (right relationships rather than good relationships) with prisoners by setting out and maintaining clear security and personal boundaries and managing tensions between security, care and rehabilitative objectives. • Providing evidence to investigation teams, inspection and monitoring bodies, courts, etc. when requested. • Respecting, protecting and explaining to prisoners their statutory entitlements and human rights. • Implementing safe work practices in accordance with the safety statement, ensuring that the standard of cleanliness and hygiene control in your work area is maintained at a high level in accordance with Irish Prison Service policy and identifying, reporting and recording health and safety hazards and work-related injuries and take any necessary action to eliminate, isolate or minimise hazards. • Maintaining familiarity and complying with relevant legislation, policies, SOPs and orders. • Monitoring your own mental health and the mental health of your colleagues, particularly in times of stress and following involvement in or observation of critical incidents and recognising when support is required. c) Be prepared to conduct a broad range of additional tasks including: • Operating Irish Prison Service vehicles • Escorting prisoners to courts, hospitals, funerals, etc. • Screening and searching prisoners, their property, visitors into prison, cells, vehicles, visiting areas and other locations • Supervising visits to prisoners by families, friends and legal representatives • Safely escorting psychologists, maintenance teams, probations service staff, in-reach service staff in the performance of their roles • Monitoring prisoner written correspondence • Assisting in the committal of prisoners and the management of prisoner property • Verifying the identity and confirming the authorisation of prisoners and visitors to enter and exit the prison and recording these movements • Supporting education and work training activities • Implementing Irish Prison Service drug testing procedures • Night duty • Operating the prison control room • Any other tasks as directed by the Prison Governor or a line manager. About the Recruit Prison Officer Job The Recruit Prison Officer (RPO) is the entry level to the Service and it is proposed to set up a panel from which vacancies arising in the Irish Prison Service may be filled. Vacancies will be filled at Recruit Prison Officer level initially. Following the successful completion of 3 years’ service including probation and a Higher Certificate in Custodial Care, the Recruit Prison Officer will be appointed as an established Prison Officer. Prisons operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As a result, Recruit Prison Officers will be required to work a basic 2,035 hours per year based on an average roster of 39 hours a week and will be required to work shifts including night duties, every second weekend, some public holidays and over festive seasons. Recruit Prison Officers will also be required to work Additional Hours (AH) over and above basic rostered hours up to 360 hours per annum. Working as a Recruit Prison Officer can be complex and difficult, but it can be varied, challenging and highly rewarding. We are looking for individuals who have the capacity to relate to and engage with prisoners, act with professionalism, tolerance and humanity and the ability to role model positive social behaviour. They must also have the ability to think on their feet in dealing with situations which require security and control. Information in relation to the competencies required of a Recruit Prison Officer is set out at Appendix 2. These include: • Adaptability • Information Handling and Communication • Supporting Others • Conscientiousness • Directing Others • Resilience Age Be at least 18 years of age i.e., must have been born on or before the 8th October 2008. Nationality You must, by the closing date for application to this competition 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 has a stamp 4 visa; or a stamp 5 visa Education You must have obtained the following, by the closing date for application to this competition: i. have obtained in the Established Leaving Certificate a minimum of grade D3 (O6 post 2017) at Ordinary level, or C3 (F5 from 2017) at Foundation Level, in at least 5 subjects*; or ii. (ii) hold a minimum of a Level 5 Major award** (120 credits) on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ); or iii. (iii) hold a recognised qualification (at Level 5 or greater), deemed comparable to the above in terms of both level and volume of learning as determined by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) In certain cases, a Pass in the Leaving Certificate Applied may be deemed equivalent to a Leaving Certificate. *A Pass or above in the Links Modules subject may be counted as one subject. ** A QQI Level 5 or 6 major award will have 120 Credits (Please note any certificate which has a lower number is only a Minor Award and is not sufficient to determine eligibility). Note: A combination of two or more exam sittings may be permitted in determining eligibility. Recognition of other qualifications publicjobs may verify the validity of qualifications other than the Leaving Certificate with Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Candidates may refer to the National Academic Recognition Information Centre which offers advice on the academic recognition of foreign qualifications in Ireland. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009–2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for reemployment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on reemployment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG (P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG (P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for reemployment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009–2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service Appointment.
Deli Team Member
Deli Team Member - Applegreen Cork North Ring Road As a Bakewell Team Member 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. What will I be doing as a Bakewell Team Member at Applegreen? · Support day to day operations of the business. · Ensure shop floor is clean and tidy. · Ensure all food safety policies are met. · Food preparation. · Follow and enforce Bakewell manual training contents. · Stock control and management. · Create the best food experience possible for customers. · Work closely with management to achieve weekly and quarterly targets. 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 Bakewell Team Member would ideally: · 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. INDHP
