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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
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
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Early Years Educator
About the Role We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Educators (AIM Support) to join our dynamic team in Cork. We currently have three vacancies available: one 30-hour position and two 15-hour positions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children with visual impairments and additional needs, supporting their development in an inclusive and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will hold a recognised qualification in Early Years Education (minimum QQI Level 5) and demonstrate a passion for delivering high-quality, child-centred learning experiences. Experience working with children with visual impairments and/or multiple disabilities is desirable; however, comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided to the right candidate. Key Responsibilities Teaching and Learning ChildVision is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where all individuals are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.
Loss Prevention Manager
We are Ireland’s largest retailer providing fashion, homewares and food for our loyal customers. We operate 134 stores across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain, as well as a growing online store. Our guiding principle is to deliver excellent quality products at competitive prices and we are constantly developing our product ranges. We are currently recruiting for a Loss Prevention Manager to join one of our Cork store teams. Security • Develop and implement effective loss prevention strategies to minimise theft and shrinkage. • Implement security strategies and policies that align with the company's overall goals and objectives. • Conduct risk assessments of our stores and identify potential areas of vulnerability, taking corrective action where necessary. • Develop and maintain relationships with local Gardai and other relevant agencies to allow for effective and timely crime resolutions. • Investigate, resolve, and report any suspected external/internal theft, fraud, or other illegal activities to Gardai and relevant agencies. • Manage all aspects of the company's security policies, including monitoring of electronic surveillance systems, conducting investigations, and reporting on trends and patterns. Health and Safety • Collaborate with other departments, such as operations, legal and health & safety to ensure that all aspects of the company's security and safety policies are aligned and integrated. • Oversee and maintain safety standards within the store which will include completing various safety inspections designated by store management. Training • Manage, support, train and develop new and existing security teams. • Establish and maintain a strong loss prevention culture within the store. • Responsible for the education of staff on security and H&S related issues and provide training on how to mitigate potential risks. • Work with contractors and suppliers to ensure that all security-related products and services meet the company's standards. Requirements: • 3+ years of experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or security management, preferably in a retail environment. • Strong knowledge of security strategies and techniques, including electronic surveillance, physical security, and inventory control. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including I.T. • Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures that align with the company's goals and objectives. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on results. • Ability to travel to various locations as required. Experience: • Experience dealing with shrink and crime resolution in a busy retail setting. • Will require you to resolve external theft situations in a professional and safe manner. If this sounds like the job for you, please apply now and tell us why you would be perfect for this challenging and rewarding role! Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Textile Department Manager
We are Ireland’s largest retailer providing fashion, homewares and food for our loyal customers. We operate 134 stores across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain, as well as a growing online store. Our guiding principle is to deliver excellent quality products at competitive prices and we are constantly developing our product ranges. We currently have a number of vacancies for Textile Department Managers in our stores in the Donegal region. The primary job function of the Department Manager is to take accountability for their department, ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer care, operational standards to maximise sales and profitability, whilst maintaining costs and controlling stocks. Inspiring performance of team through coaching to deliver outstanding results and customer service. The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Store Employee
Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offering all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter & Greene Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to in one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit store employees into a variety of different roles in our stores, these include working in Food or Fashion & Homewares, or within our Deli or restaurants. Store Employee roles have varying start times across the day, with some starting very early in the morning. All our store employees have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about retail. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. As a member of our store team you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment aswell as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills · Customer Service · Product Knowledge · Cash Handling · Visual Merchandising · Hygiene, Health and Safety · Knowledge of HACCP Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Assistant
Because you make the difference Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. Because we help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high standards and care around here. And if that sounds like you, join us as a Retail Assistant. Scheduled weekly hours - 20 hours per week. Because you matter People are at the heart of what we do, so it’s essential that we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. We offer benefits that put you first: To join us, apply today! Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.
Production Operator
Overview We are currently looking to pipeline candidates for our Temporary Production Operator panel based in our Little Island Plant. These roles are a critical component in our Concentrate manufacturing network. Operations is at the centre of everything we do, this is where our food and beverages come to life and is the start of the journey to getting our product in the hands of our consumers. That’s why we need dedicated individuals who share our dedication to the fundamentals of our business in safety, quality, service and efficiency. Would you like to be involved in the manufacture of some of PepsiCo’s billion-dollar brands? If so, we could take your talents to a whole new level. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a range of activities associated with the chosen area; including the manufacturing, filling and dispatch of liquid and powder flavours. Employees must comply with all Health, Safety & Environment requirements including Company policies & procedures outlined at induction and/or throughout the course of employment. Shift Work may be a requirement. Qualifications
District Works Manager
Heritage Services – National Monuments The OPW’s Heritage Services – National Monuments is responsible for the conservation, management and presentation of almost 1,000 individual monuments at 768 locations across Ireland, including sites such as the Rock of Cashel and Skellig Michael. Over 10 million visitors are attracted to these high-profile sites on an annual basis. The OPW's portfolio of properties is therefore a key national asset and plays a vital role in meeting the demand of foreign and domestic visitors in this regard. OPW Heritage Services – National Monuments is divided into six works districts with depots in Cork (Mallow), Galway (Athenry), Kerry (Killarney), Kilkenny (Kilkenny City), Leitrim (Dromahair) and Meath (Newtown, Trim). The OPW is now seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and committed individual to take up the role of District Works Manager in its Heritage Services – National Monuments section. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to supporting staff to realise their full potential with access to professional development opportunities and career progression. The Role Reporting to the Senior Conservation Architect who oversees works programmes in the district, the District Works Manager will be responsible for a team of specialist craftspeople and industrial staff such as general operatives. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the posts may include: • Supervising a direct labour force and small contracts; • Managing the district depot and sub-depots including managing staff, organising recruitment, training etc and management of stores; • Certifying ITP's (Instructions to Pay) wages, travel claims for depot staff and all other depot expenditure; • Carrying out the role of Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) and Health & Safety (H&S) Coordinator under the Safety, Health and Welfare (Construction) Regulations 2013; • Monitoring quality of work; • Implementing OPW Health & Safety policies; • Ensuring compliance with all office policies, procurement guidelines and statutory obligations and maintaining records of such compliance; • Contributing to District Works meetings; • Implementing the planned inspections of National Monuments sites; • Assisting, when requested, with events on National Monument Sites; • Driving to and working in remote/long distanced sites and locations; • Managing the implementation of the routine maintenance plans; • Liaising with public bodies, stakeholders and members of the public; • Monitoring external contracts and contractors. Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may be assigned from time to time. Vacancy and Location There is currently one District Works Manager vacancy at the National Monuments depot in Kilkenny (Kilkenny City). Applicants who are successful in this competition will be placed on a panel, in an order of merit, to fill any future vacancies which may arise in any of the following National Monuments depot locations: • Cork (Mallow) • Galway (Athenry) • Kerry (Killarney) • Kilkenny (Kilkenny City) • Leitrim (Dromahair) • Meath (Newtown, Trim) Candidates are required to specify on the application form the location choice(s) in which they are willing to be placed. Candidates can select a maximum of two locations. The onus is on candidates to select their correct location choice(s). Changes to these choice(s) will not be permitted after your application has been submitted. No exceptions will be made. Please note that accepting a position in the location you are offered means you will be removed from consideration in the other location you had expressed an interest in. It is not expected that appointments will be made from this panel after May 2028. Working Environment The work is divided between field and office. The successful candidate will be assigned to a depot in the appointed district and will be required to travel regularly and work on location at a variety of National Monuments sites and sub-depots within this district. They will also be required to travel regularly to perform duties and attend meetings in other locations within Heritage Services – National Monuments, nationwide. As some locations are not accessible by public transport, the successful candidate(s) will require a full driving licence and access to a car. Travel and subsistence expenses will be paid in line with Civil Service norms. Training and Development The OPW is committed to ensuring that all staff members are given the support and assistance required to realise their full potential within the organisation. As part of its strategy to meet this objective, Heritage Services – National Monuments provides opportunities for staff to develop professional skills and knowledge over a wide range of competences. Professional, technical, ICT and management training is provided to keep staff up to date on relevant developments. Opportunities to attend relevant courses are proactively encouraged. Benefits As well as a meaningful, varied, challenging and interesting career, some of the benefits of working as a District Works Manager in the OPW are: • Salary starting at €50,546 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance; • Public Sector pension; • 23 days of annual leave per year, rising to 29 days after a number of years in the grade; • Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period; o Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance and a family-friendly workplace; o Facility to apply for career breaks; o Learning and development opportunities; • Free access to all OPW managed heritage sites; • Cycle to work scheme; • Access to Public Service Credit Union; • Tax saver public transport pass. Essential Candidates must have on or before 24th September 2026: A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in building work at Clerk of Works or Foreman level; Experience in leading and managing construction teams; Experience of preparing reports, keeping records, measuring and recording progress and reading Architect's/Engineer’s drawings; Experience of traditional building methods and materials including traditional building maintenance and repair methods; A good knowledge of the building trades and Building Regulations; Satisfactory knowledge of surveying and levelling in setting out works; Good knowledge of current Health & Safety Legislation; The ability to supervise and manage staff and/or external contractors; Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines; Excellent organisational ability and a proven record of methodical and accurate work; Demonstrate initiative, self-motivation and the ability to work independently; Good communication and negotiation skills, with an ability to build effective relationships within the team, across the organisation and externally with stakeholders; A current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland and have access to a car. In addition to the above, candidates must have a high standard of physical fitness as the role entails site visits and working in outdoor conditions. Appointees are required to have and maintain a good level of physical fitness. Successful candidate(s) may be required to undergo a medical examination prior to being appointed. Please note: The OPW reserves the right to seek expert medical advice and additional information from candidates in relation to the above point. Desirable • Successfully undertaken training to enable them to undertake the role of Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) and PSCS Health & Safety Coordinator role; • Background in carpentry or stonemasonry or other relevant trade; • Experience of managing staff and/or external contractors; • Experience of working on historic masonry and/or masonry structures; • Proven capacity to deliver training and mentoring; • Knowledge and understanding of National Monuments; • Excellent knowledge of traditional building methods and Building Regulations; • A good knowledge of preparing tenders and tender evaluations.
