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Do you take pride in creating great experiences for others and enjoy working in an environment where no two days are the same. We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic, friendly, and celebration-loving people to join our team as Sales Assistants. Our stores are places of celebration, creativity, and connection—every day of the year. As things get busier, we’re looking for extra hands and friendly faces to help keep everything running smoothly. If you enjoy being part of a vibrant, welcoming environment, we’d love to have you on the team. The day to day What You’ll Be Getting Up To: About You No retail experience needed, you’ll be working with a friendly team and receive full training. What matters most is that you’re friendly, approachable, comfortable on your feet (it gets busy, but it’s all part of the fun!) and ready to help. If you’re flexible with your time — we may even offer shifts across nearby stores if you’re up for it. Why join us If you’ve got great communication skills, love to chat, whilst gaining valuable experience in a fun and friendly environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. At cardfactory, you’ll be part of a supportive team, learning new skills and helping to create memorable moments for every customer who walks through our doors. Our colleagues tell us — it’s a great team, good vibes, flexible hours and a job they genuinely love. If you’re ready to be a celebration expert, we’d love to hear from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly. No agencies, please.
Health Services Researcher
Key Areas for Performance HIQA has identified key behavioural and technical competencies for effective performance through a Competency Framework as seen below. Please refer to the role description for an overview of each competency and the proficiency levels required for this role. For more in-depth information on the competencies, it is important that you review the full competency framework guidance document which is available at: https://www.hiqa.ie/about-us/careers Proficiency Levels This Competency Framework is based on four levels of proficiency that build on each other: Emerging/Developing: The level of competency required to carry out some of the core requirements of the role, with support or leadership required to develop competency in other requirements. Proficient: The level of competency required to carry out the core requirements of a role. Skilled: The level of competency required to carry out the core requirements of a role, and develop capability in others or demonstrate the competency in a more senior or complex role. Master: The level of competency required to carry out the core requirements of a role, develop capability in others, demonstrate the competency in a more senior or complex role and be seen as a role model in the organisation or field in that area of competence. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The purpose of this role is to join a multidisciplinary team with responsibility for the effective implementation of HIQA’s programmes to deliver high quality health technology assessments, other evidence based advice and evidence synthesis outputs and therefore to embed evidence based methodology in the health decision making processes in Ireland. The HTA Directorate comprises approximately 60 analysts. The scope of the HTA Directorate’s work includes providing evidence synthesis and evidence based advice to inform public health policy, and providing health technology assessments to inform decision making on investment or disinvestment in health technologies and programmes, including decisions in relation to national screening and national immunisation programmes. Teams within the HTA Directorate also perform evidence synthesis to support the development of National Clinical Guidelines and the development of national health policy, and evidence synthesis reviews to inform decisions related to the generic justification of practices involving medical exposure to ionising radiation. Since 31 March 2025, HIQA hosts the National Immunisation Advisory Committee, Ireland’s National Immunisation Technical Advisory Group. Staff from the HTA Directorate provide the clinical, technical and administrative secretariat for the committee to support the development of independent evidence based advice on vaccines, immunisation and related health matters to inform health policies in Ireland, and updates to the Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland. HIQA works collaboratively with high level stakeholders, with academic groups and with international health technology assessment agencies to deliver these objectives. Methods development and academic outputs are actively encouraged and the Directorate hosts a range of postgraduate fellowships and an active postgraduate degree training programme. The post holder will actively engage in the work of the HTA Directorate and of HIQA to deliver on the annual business plan in line with the strategic objectives as outlined in HIQA’s Corporate Plan. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of everyday work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks Team Member • Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role • Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures • Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits • Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements • Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach • Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety • Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities • Actively contribute as a team member • Follow direction and take on new and different tasks • Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy • Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals Role Specific Tasks The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: The key tasks and activities associated with the role include but are not limited to: • Contributing to the production of broad comprehensive health technology assessments, evidence reviews and appraisals of evidence submissions by multidisciplinary teams within defined timelines • Liaising with Expert Advisory Groups and other key external stakeholders • Conducting systematic literature reviews and analysis of clinical and economic data to inform development of analytical models and or summary report writing • Gathering, analysing and interpreting epidemiological, clinical effectiveness and economic data to populate simulation models to estimate clinical benefits, cost effectiveness and budget impact • Contributing to the development of simulation models to estimate clinical benefits, cost effectiveness and budget impact of health interventions • Working across some or all of the key evidence domains to include description of the technology, epidemiology, clinical effectiveness, cost effectiveness, budget and resource impact, organisational issues, social and ethical issues • Contributing to drafting and writing reports that present complex information in an easily understood and accessible format • Coordinating with the Communications Department the publication of key documents and the coordination of consultative processes • Working on collaborative projects with academic partners and with other national and international bodies involved in health technology assessment, technology appraisals and health evidence synthesis • Assisting in the development of processes, policies, quality standards and training materials to ensure evidence syntheses and appraisals are completed in accordance with described standards and are of a high quality • Leading on or contributing to peer reviewed academic publications • Contributing to the development of evidence synthesis methodology • Contributing to the development of National health technology assessment Guidelines • Assisting in health technology assessment, technology appraisal and evidence synthesis capacity building in the wider health service • Proactively engaging in performance development reviews and actively seeking out learning and development opportunities • Mentoring more junior members of the team as required • Providing support to other directorate staff as required • Undertaking other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Director of Health Technology Assessment The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications Essential In determining your eligibility the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process: • Degree qualification (Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a discipline relevant to Health Services Research, health economics or a relevant clinical area or a postgraduate degree in a relevant area, such as Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Health Services Research, or in a health related science with a high content in health services research Desirable • Postgraduate degree in a relevant area, such as Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Statistics or Mathematics, Health Services Research, or in a health related science with a high content in health services research Experience Essential In determining your eligibility the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process: • Three years of experience in relevant health services research Other knowledge and experience deemed necessary for the role: • Extensive practical experience of evaluating and interpreting complex scientific and or economic literature on health interventions • Extensive practical experience in a relevant field of expertise, for example health services research, epidemiological analysis and or statistical analysis, data analysis, simulation modelling of clinical benefits, cost effectiveness and budget impact of health interventions, systematic review of clinical effectiveness, safety and cost effectiveness, clinical practice • Extensive demonstrable experience in writing and editing technical reports • Proven team working and project management experience to deliver high quality outputs to agreed timelines and quality standards • Extensive experience of presenting information through a variety of means to a range of audiences • Extensive experience working with software packages that aid in the analysis of data • Excellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable • Practical experience of analysis of data using a variety of quantitative and or qualitative methodologies • Experience of liaising with both internal and external stakeholders to present information and or gather data • Knowledge of the healthcare system in Ireland and an understanding of the role of health technology assessment and evidence synthesis to inform health policy and health service decisions • Academic publication record • Experience of systematic review of clinical literature Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€75,448) and in accordance with Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Engineer II (PPC) €75,448 €77,172 €78,891 €80,619 €82,342 €82,801 €84,499 €86,262 €89,133¹ €92,011² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 27 days, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of duties, subject to working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. The organisation aims to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and onboarding purposes at the start of employment and during the probation period. HIQA is moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. The existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. The model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, including eligibility criteria, will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt in policy and details on how to apply will be provided before commencement. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non European Economic Area citizen who has a Stamp 4 or Stamp 5 permission Candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure these permissions are in place. Candidates will be required to provide verification of citizenship eligibility and qualifications in a form acceptable to the Health Information and Quality Authority. Candidate Obligations Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them and result in exclusion from the process. Candidates must not: • Knowingly or recklessly provide false information • Canvass any person with or without inducements • Impersonate a candidate at any stage of the process • Interfere with or compromise the process in any way Where a candidate is found guilty of canvassing or in breach of any of the above: • Where not appointed, they will be disqualified as a candidate; or • Where appointed, they shall forfeit that appointment Candidates must: • Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post • Be suitable on the grounds of character • Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post and, if successful, will not be appointed unless they: • Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are or may be required to be performed • Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position • Are passed medically fit to take up the appointment Prior to Appointing Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment, HIQA will make all enquiries deemed necessary to determine suitability. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed, a final determination cannot be made nor can it be deemed or inferred that such a determination has been made. Should the recommended person not accept the appointment, or having accepted it relinquish it, HIQA may at its discretion select and recommend another person for appointment based on the results of this selection process. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview when and where required, or who do not furnish requested evidence relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim for consideration. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Acts 2014, all enquiries and applications are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone outside those directly involved in the process.
Social Worker, Senior Grade
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 Social Worker Senior Grade to join our team in a Children’s Disability Network Team based at Curraheen, Cork . Contract Type: Temporary 1 year Fixed Term Contract Contract Hours: 17.5 hours per week Salary Scale: €67,823 to €79,797pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) 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 : 34 days pro rata Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Social Worker services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Must be registered in the Social Work Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board at CORU And Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU And Have 3 years full time (or an aggregate of 3 years full time) relevant post qualification experience And Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office And Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. · Experience working with children with disabilities and their families. · Experience in providing training to parents and other professionals. · Experience in supervision of staff. · Experience in managing resources. · In-depth understanding of Children’s First legislation. · Must be eligible to work in the State · Full clean Driving Licence and access to own transport Desirable Criteria: · 1 years’ experience as a Senior Grade or in other similar type role. 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 27th February 2026 before noon 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
Customer Assistant
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. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) 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.
Administration Support
Qualifications & Experience
Embryologist, Clinical Specialist, University Maternity Hospital
Details of the Service A commitment to “introduce a publicly funded model of care for fertility treatment” was included in the Programme for Government. Phase One of the Model of Care established Regional Infertility Hubs within maternity networks. Eligible patients are now referred by their GPs to their local Regional Infertility Hub, to avail of a range of treatments and interventions, and if necessary, onward referral to a private provider for advanced AHR treatment as part of the publicly funded and privately provided care scheme. Phase Two of the Model of Care focuses on publicly funded and publicly provided advanced AHR treatment. The introduction of tertiary infertility services, provided through the public health system will launch at Cork University Maternity Hospital. Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) incorporates Maternity, Neonatology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Fertility Services in the Cork University Hospital Group within the Health Service Executive Southern region. Hospital Services at CUMH are delivered within the newly established HSE South West health region, one of six national health regions. HSE South West health region manages all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry to deliver integrated service provision across the region by a multidisciplinary team. The Group’s Primary Academic partner is University College Cork. A wide range of educational programmes and research is conducted within all hospital groups. CUMH provides clinical placements for undergraduate and postgraduate student programmes delivered in partnership with University College Cork. The Specialist Embryologist will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide a safe, effective, high quality fertility service to patients. The person holding this post is required to support the principle that. · care of the patient, and the patient’s gametes and embryos, comes first at all times · they will approach their work with the flexibility and passion necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. Health Regions Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: • South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG • Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: • Acute Hospitals • Primary care services • Community services • Social care services • Health and social care professionals • Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026. For further information about the role, contact Contact Julie Kenneally, Interim Programme Manager, AHR Service, CUMH Tel: 087 2624868 Email: julie.kenneally1@hse.ie
Embryologist Senior, University Maternity Hospital
Details of Service A commitment to “introduce a publicly funded model of care for fertility treatment” was included in the Programme for Government. Phase One of the Model of Care established Regional Infertility Hubs within maternity networks. Eligible patients are now referred by their GPs to their local Regional Infertility Hub, to avail of a range of treatments and interventions, and if necessary, onward referral to a private provider for advanced AHR treatment as part of the publicly funded and privately provided care scheme. Phase Two of the Model of Care focuses on publicly funded and publicly provided advanced AHR treatment. The introduction of tertiary infertility services, provided through the public health system will launch at Cork University Maternity Hospital. Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) incorporates Maternity, Neonatology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Fertility Services in the Cork University Hospital Group within the Health Service Executive Southern region. Hospital Services at CUMH are delivered within the newly established HSE South West health region, one of six national health regions. HSE South West health region manages all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry to deliver integrated service provision across the region by a multidisciplinary team. The Group’s Primary Academic partner is University College Cork. A wide range of educational programmes and research is conducted within all hospital groups. CUMH provides clinical placements for undergraduate and postgraduate student programmes delivered in partnership with University College Cork. The Specialist Embryologist will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide a safe, effective, high quality fertility service to patients. The person holding this post is required to support the principle that. Care of the patient, and the patient’s gametes and embryos, comes first at all times. They will approach their work with the flexibility and passion necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. Health Regions Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. For further information about the role, contact Contact Julie Kenneally, Interim Programme Manager, AHR Service, CUMH Tel: 087 2624868 Email: julie.kenneally1@hse.ie
Store Manager
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. We are currently recruiting for a Store Manager in our Mahon store. This is a specifc purpose contract to cover leave within the store. The Store Manager is a leader who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of their store, making sure it runs smoothly and effectively. The Store Manager reports to the District Manager, and together they provide a smooth and profitable operation by driving revenue and managing costs while creating a culture based on the highest quality pet care and exceptional customer service. Why join us? · Competitive Salary · KPI related bonus paid monthly · Certified with Great Place to work · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational Opportunities · Annual leave - starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Proven successful experience as a retail Store Manager · Proven track record in achieving KPI’s · Powerful leadership skills and business acumen · Strong customer service and organisational skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills What you will do: · Operational Store Excellence - Ensure adherence to store processes and guidelines. Optimise efficiency, streamline processes, and drive informed decision-making for enhanced store performance. · Operational Store Analytics – Achieve company KPI’s, Cash & Stock Management Audit, management of store personnel costs and sales performance. · Leadership - Empower your team's growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect. · Merchandise and Inventory - Ensure impeccable product availability, planogram implementation and ensuring accurate inventory management. · Customer Engagement - Driving customer engagement by leading by example and ensuring the entire team provides exemplary service · Brand Integrity - Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first.
Staff Nurse / Altra Foirne, Theatre
The staff nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care to the highest practice, professional (standards) and ethical standards within the approach and model of nursing care practiced in the relevant care setting. The staff nurse will provide holistic, person centred care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for service users. Further details can be viewed by downloading the attached job description.
Finance Officer Admin
1. Tenure of Employment The post is a Permanent Part-Time position in the Finance Department. Current maximum retirement age is 70. 2. Qualifications and Experience (Essential) (i) Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the Corlann Services, HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004 OR (ii) Have obtained a pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination, including Mathematics and English or Irish¹. Candidates should have obtained at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects in that examination OR (iii) Have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction. OR (iv) Qualifications as outlined in the Particulars of Employment section of this document or QQI Level 6 (or above) qualification in Business Studies, Accountancy, Payroll, Commerce or equivalent OR Note¹ Candidates must achieve a pass in Ordinary or Higher level papers. A pass in a foundation level paper is not acceptable. Candidates must have achieved these grades on the Leaving Certificate Established programme or the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme The Leaving Certificate Applied Programme does not fulfil the eligibility criteria AND (v) Minimum of 1-year professional experience in Accounts Payable and / or Payroll processing. (vi) Strong IT skills, specifically in MS Office (Excel, Word) and relevant finance systems. (vii) Excellent accuracy, attention to detail and strong numerical skills. (viii) Proven ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines. (ix) Ability to work on own initiative with accountability and sound judgement. (x) Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (xi) Flexibility and willingness to support process improvements (xii) Appreciation of the needs and rights of people with intellectual disabilities. 3. Qualifications and Experience (Desirable) · Currently working toward, or have already achieved, a professional qualification in Accountancy, Payroll, or a related discipline. · Professional Qualification in Accountancy, Payroll or related discipline. · Experience with Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable systems (e.g., Transac, Kefron AP). · Experience working in a payroll environment. · Full clean ‘B’ Class Irish Driving Licence. 4. Remuneration Salary Scale (Clerical Grade IV): €36,109 - €55,463 incl. 2 LSI’s pro-rata to a full-time post (1/2/26 Consolidated Scales). *Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of your starting date. Failure to produce this will mean that you will receive any incremental credit (if applicable) from the date of submission of documents. 5. Health The successful candidate must be free from any condition which would render him / her unsuitable to hold the appointment and must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. To satisfy this qualification, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination by the Occupational Health Nurse / Physician. The candidate will be liable for the cost of the medical examination. 6. Working Hours You will be required to work 56 hours per fortnight. 7. General Duties The general duties of the appointment are as described in the attached Job Description. 8. Short Listing Following receipt of applications, a short-listing of candidates for interview will occur 9. Training The Line Manager will notify the successful candidate of the mandatory/compulsory courses / training which employees are obliged to attend. Mandatory training, for example, manual handling, health and safety courses etc., form part of the conditions of employment along with the Organisation’s statutory obligation. 10. Note re Canvassing Any attempt by candidates themselves or by any person(s) acting at their instigation to canvass or otherwise influence any person involved in the recruitment process in the candidates’ favour will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position they are seeking. 11. Closing Date and Shortlisting Information Closing Date for receipt of completed Application Forms / CV’s online is: 16th 1st March 2026. Shortlisting of candidates is on the basis of the information contained in their application form and CV. A panel may be formed for Permanent / Temporary Full Time and Part Time vacancies in the Finance Department for a period of 6 months. Corlann South is an equal opportunities employer. ROLE PURPOSE Reporting to the Office Manager, the Finance Administrator will support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll functions. The role also provides occasional reception cover during staff leave or peak periods, and supports the processing of staff travel claims. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Accounts Payable / Receivable & Payroll · Process ‘Residential Support Services Means Assessment Charge’ (“RSSMAC”) for People Supported by our Service, including calculating charges based on the RSSMAC rate card (allowable deductions, nights away, and income received) and issuing RSSMAC invoices. · Raise invoices to the HSE and other agency debtors, record payments received and reconcile these to the appropriate debtor accounts. · Process supplier invoices for payment, prepare payment runs, and reconcile payments to the supplier ledger in line with Accounts Payable procedures. · Manage purchase orders through the Accounts Payable system, including resolving ‘Goods Received Not Invoiced’ (GRNI) items and reviewing and correcting invoices held due to three‑way‑match validation issues. · Complete weekly reconciliations on multiple bank accounts, including reconciling the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable positions, RSSMC income, payment files, funding received, and all direct debit and standing order payments. · Assist with the preparation and running of the fortnightly payroll cycle by entering timesheet data and validating the information submitted, and by supporting routine checks. · Process payroll deductions (e.g., pension, union, VHI) and ensure entries are accurate and complete. · Support posting of monthly payroll and creditor accruals by preparing data and carrying out relevant checks as directed. · Assist with monitoring and reconciling control accounts (e.g., payroll suspense, creditors control) and support quarterly reviews. Financial Administration & Reporting · Respond to routine queries and supply requested information to internal and external auditors. · Assist with compliance‑related tasks such as preparing documentation for Revenue, the Department of Social Protection, and other statutory bodies. · Lead the preparation, analysis and submission of statutory returns (CSO, HSE and others), all required periodic financial and KPI reports, and dashboard summaries for internal and external stakeholders; including purchasing, payroll and WTE metrics; using advanced Excel, Power BI and AI‑enhanced analysis tools. · Support the preparation of monthly financial reconciliations and contribute information required for management accounts and cashflow reports. · Assist in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring consistency in data entry. · Help streamline administrative processes by maintaining clear documentation and reducing duplication where possible. · Provide support to reporting processes linked to HSE Service Level Agreement (SLA) requirements, under direction of senior staff. Process Improvement & Compliance · Identify and implement process enhancements across Accounts Payable / Receivable, Payroll and Reporting Functions. · Ensure policies, procedures, and controls are up to date, documented, and adhered to. · Support implementation of Internal / External Audit recommendations. Audits · Support all Internal and External Audits related to Accounts Payable / Receivable and Payroll. · Ensure that any subsequent recommendations are implemented. · Work with finance colleagues and other internal stakeholders as required to implement internal audit recommendations relating to the set‑up and payment of staff. Communication & Team Development · Take ownership of workload, meet deadlines, and deliver tasks to a high standard with a strong sense of personal responsibility. · Communicate proactively with colleagues, ensuring information is shared clearly, issues are flagged early, and solutions are progressed collaboratively. · Work effectively with internal stakeholders, including Finance, HR, Administration and Management, while maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders such as suppliers, auditors, the HSE and other relevant agencies. General Support and Project Assistance · Assist with any ad-hoc project as required by the Financial Accountant or Head of Finance. Training & Development · Attend and contribute appropriately at lectures, courses, and meetings as required and share information and knowledge gained with colleagues. · Be responsible for identifying personal training and development needs and communicating them with your line manager. · Attend mandatory training courses and achieve the required standard. Health & Safety · Be conscious of health and safety matters in the workplace and in particular to comply with employees’ obligations as set out in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 and to ensure that the procedures set out in the Safety Statement are implemented at all times. · Report accidents and irregularities or other matters of safety concern immediately to the Head of Department, or such other person as the Employing Authority may designate. · Participate in regular safety audits and fire drills as required. · Be aware of and become familiar with security procedures relating to the premises and ensure that exits are secured as required at the end of each working day. · Be conversant with existing fire regulations and emergency procedures and participate in the implementation of same. · Identify risks, assess and document appropriately keeping the Services Manager informed of any irregularities. Flexibility · Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches to their work. Duties and responsibilities of any post in the Services are likely to change with the ongoing needs and developments of the Services. Employees will therefore be required to carry out such other duties appropriate to their employment as may be assigned to him / her from time to time. Confidentiality · In the course of the employment the appointee may have access to or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of individuals supported by the Services and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning individuals supported by the Services, staff, or other health service business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required. Essential Knowledge Essential · Understanding of Accounts Payable / Receivable and Payroll processing (as implied by duties) · Knowledge of internal controls, reconciliations, and audit requirements (implied from responsibilities) · Awareness of Health & Safety, Fire and Security procedures · Knowledge of Data Protection requirements Competencies / Skills Essential · Strong IT skills in MS Office (Excel, Word) and finance systems · Excellent accuracy, attention to detail and strong numerical skills · Ability to work on own initiative with accountability and sound judgement · Ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines · Strong verbal and written communication skills · Interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders · Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to develop new approaches · Appreciation of the needs and rights of people with intellectual disabilities
