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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. 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: • Salary: we offer a competitive salary €13.75 per hour plus premium Sunday rate • Balance: Enjoy flexibility with accommodating shifts • Pension: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme • Discounts: Use your in-store employee discount across our fabulous range • Support: Explore our well-being initiatives and employee assistance programme. • Holiday: Enjoy generous holidays, based on your hours • Opportunity to progress your career internationally What will I be doing? As a Retail Assistant, you’ll be making our customer’s day, every day. Here’s what this looks like in action: • Providing customers with an amazing experience as you help them with things like sizes or styles, purchases, or returns • Setting up a good-looking shop floor with full shelves, tidy fitting rooms and all the latest fashions, as well as keeping a tidy and well-organised stockroom • Delivering a fast, friendly, efficient experience at till points, processing queries, voids, and returns. • Receiving, unpacking and checking off new deliveries. Getting our products on to the shop floor and ensuring they’re all correctly priced - all while making sure everything meets our high standards Who you are: We love to delight our customers with amazing in store experiences and that starts with you! Here’s what we need: • You’re passionate about people and creating those amazing experiences • You’re honest, a strong communicator who can also listen, share ideas and get involved where needed • You’ve got good organisational skills and attention to detail • You’re a team player with high levels of motivation, a positive attitude and willingness to learn • You’re interested in fashion and the latest looks • Ideally, you’ve got some experience working within a busy retail environment To join us, apply today! Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Enhanced/staff Nurse
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POSTS OF: PERMANENT FULL-TIME STAFF NURSE/*ENHANCED NURSE DEERPARK SERVICES, BALLINASLOE, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 79174 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Staff Nurse/Enhanced Nurse appointments within the Deerpark Services, Ballinasloe may be made over the next 6 months. Location: Deerpark service is a developing community-based day and residential service in Ballinasloe. We provide community based day, respite and residential services to adults with varying support needs based on personal outcome measures. Our focus is to form a relationship / partnership with each individual and their family to support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Team Manager/Service Co-ordinator/Area Manager Working With: People supported and their families/Team Leader/Multidisciplinary staff/Service Management Qualifications: A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais), RNID or RGN qualification is essential. A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Experience: Candidates must have relevant experience and an appreciation of the responsibilities of the post and issues affecting the everyday lives of individuals with an Intellectual Disability. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: • Good judgement, discretion and confidentiality. • The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms, and to communicate sensitively with family members and work with them for the best outcomes. • Creative problem solving skills. • The ability to work independently and seek support from multi-disciplinary colleagues as appropriate. • Patience, flexibility, creativity and eagerness to become involved in a range of activities. • Ability to educate other staff and family members in positive health promotion needs. • The successful candidate will be required to co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy, participate in person-centred planning, individual reviews, team meetings, attend and participate in training courses, and actively contribute to team based performance management. Working Hours: 75 hours per fortnight based on a 7 day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work days, evenings, weekends, public holidays, sleepovers and night duty to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 24 days per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Salary scale as per HSE consolidated pay scale dated 01/03/2025: Staff Nurse - €36,919 x 12 increments - €53,340 per annum . Long Service Increment €54,928 per annum is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Enhanced Nurse - €43,872 x 7 increments - €55,093 per annum. Long Service Increment €56,706 per annum is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. *As per HSE HR Circular 022/2019 – Nursing and Midwifery - the Enhanced Nurse / Midwife Practice Contract https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-022-2019-re-enhanced-nurse-midwife-contract.pdf; once a staff nurse reaches point 4 on the Staff Nurse salary scale, they become eligible to apply for the role of Enhanced Nurse. Any Staff Nurse who wishes to avail of the Enhanced Nurse role will have to submit an application and also meet the qualifying criteria. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous relevant nursing service. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, and sleep-ins and night duty when worked. Tenure: Permanent, full-time and pensionable Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Full Job Description attached INDW
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POSTS OF: PERMANENT FULL TIME, TEMPORARY FULL TIME AND TEMPORARY PART TIME SUPPORT WORKERS DEERPARK SERVICES, BALLINASLOE, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 79163 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent temporary or locum Support Worker appointments within the Deerpark Services may be made over the next 6 months. Location: Deerpark services is a developing community-based day and residential service in Ballinasloe. We provide community-based day, respite and residential services to adults with varying support needs based on personal outcome measures. Our focus is to form a relationship / partnership with each individual and their family to support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. We wish to create opportunities for people supported by our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. The Role: The Support Worker will report to the Team Leader and will fulfil a key role in providing a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunities for new experiences. We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for individuals with experience working within the Health Care/Intellectual Disability sector. Candidates need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individual’s they support on a daily basis. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications: Applicants must have a good general education. A recognised qualification appropriate to the field of Intellectual Disability is an advantage. A QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable. A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Experience required: Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability and individuals with challenging behaviour is desirable. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. Working Hours: 78 hours per fortnight x 3 70 hours per fortnight x2 All positions are based on a 7 day duty roster, involving working sleepovers, split shifts, day and night duty, public holidays and weekend work. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Disability Services) pay scale as per the consolidated salary scale dated 01st March 2025 - €33,699 x 11 increments - €46,190 (max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €46,984 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Tenure: Permanent, full-time and pensionable x 2 Temporary, full time and pensionable x 1 Temporary, part time and pensionable x 1 Permanent, part time and pensionable x 1 Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Full Job Description attached
Supervisor
About the Role As a 3rd Keyholder at Claire's, you will be responsible for: Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all under represented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email Benefits@claires.com. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered. Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST OF: PERMANENT RESIDENTIAL SOCIAL CARE WORKER DEERPARK SERVICES, BALLINASLOE, CO GALWAY JOB REF: 79166 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or locum Social Care Worker appointments within the Deerpark Services may be made over the next 6 months. Location: Deerpark Services provides community based day, respite and residential services to adults with varying support needs based on personal outcome measures. Our focus is to form a relationship/partnership with each individual and their family to support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. The Role: The Social Care Worker will report to the Team Leader and will fulfil a key role in providing a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfil their potential and expectations with opportunities for new experiences. We are looking for individuals with experience working with people with complex needs including autism, mental health issues and behaviours that challenge. Candidates need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individual’s they support on a daily basis. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications: The recognised professional qualifications for social care are as follows: HETAC/NQAI BA Degree in Applied Social Care Studies/Social Care Open Training College (HETAC) accredited BA in Applied Social Studies (Disability) Successful candidate must be registered with or eligible to register with CORU by November 2025. A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. Good IT skills and a knowledge of the organisations IT system is essential. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Experience: Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability is desirable. Experience of working with individuals with challenging behaviour/ mental health diagnosis and/or autism is essential. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: • Leadership and planning skills • Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to set goals, put into action and follow through. • The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms • Excellent listening skills • Creativity and initiative • Be innovative and self-motivated • Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy • The ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality • Patience and a sense of humour • Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the individuals who use the service. Working Hours: 78 hours per fortnight based on a 7 day duty roster involving working sleepovers, split shifts, night duty, public holidays and weekend work. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker pay scale as per the consolidated salary scale dated 01st March 2025 - € 39,951 x 10 increments - € 55,049 (max) per annum. LSI €56,089 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Tenure: Permanent full-time and pensionable Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion Full Job Description attached
Compliance Officer
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND - WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME COMPLIANCE OFFICER (ADMIN GRADE IV) HR DEPARTMENT JOB REF: 79147 Location and Role: The post is based 5 days per week in either of our offices in Clarinbridge, Co Galway or Roscommon Town. The person will be responsible for ensuring compliance with HIQA regulations and those of Regulated professional bodies across the BOCSI – West Region. Qualifications/Experience/Skills: Working Hours: 70 hours per fortnight rostered on a 5-day Monday to Friday basis. Flexibility in relation to your hours of work will be required in order to meet service needs. Contracted hours of work may change between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. over 7 days as future service needs require. Flexibility may be required in order to meet Service demands. Annual Leave: 26 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Grade IV (Clerical) salary scale (01/03/2025) - €35,256 x 9 increments - €51,206 (Max) per annum. LSI 1 €52,768 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. LSI 2 €54,370 per annum is payable after a further 3 years. Tenure: This post is permanent, full-time and pensionable. Travel: The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Celia Moloney, Recruitment & Talent Manager on 087 1049857. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Wednesday 14th May 2025 Interview date 22nd May 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT PART-TIME SUPPORT WORKER (DAY SERVICE) SKYLARK SERVICES, ATHENRY, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 79146 The Role: Support Workers provide a key-working supportive role for a group of people supported by the services. This role comprises of two main elements. Firstly, the Support Worker is responsible for ensuring high quality provision of supports to people who use or Day services in line with current New Directions policy. This includes supporting individuals where required in a range od daily living skills which aim to build on people supported independence in line with their will and preference. This can include but is not limited to support in areas of Food and nutrition, personal development and other related aspects of physical well-being, to the extent required by the individual. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist people supported by the services with development of Individual Plans and the achievement of associate outcomes, and critically, to support individuals in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Senior Staff/Service Coordinator/Area Manager. Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC level 5 course is desirable. Experience: Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability and individuals with challenging behaviour is desirable. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. Some basic IT skills is also an advantage. A full clean manual Irish Driving Licence (Class B) is an essential requirement of this post. It may be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: 1 x 58 hours per fortnight based on a 14 day duty roster. 1 x 70 hours per fortnight based on a 14 day duty roster. The successful candidates will be required to work a variety of shifts including weekends, public holidays, split duty hours, night duty and sleepover duty to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Disability Services) pay scale as per the consolidated salary scale dated 01st March 2025 - €33,699 x 11 increments - €46,190 (max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €46,984 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Tenure: These posts are permanent, part-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Full Job description attached
Registrar In Surgery, July
Registrar in Surgery Start date will be 14th July 2025 To apply for the post please submit via Rezoomo All candidates must have a valid IMC . Informal enquires: Prof. Chris Collins, Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgeon Closing date for receipt of CV’s is Friday 9th May 2025
CHW Physiotherapist, Senior
CHW32 Physiotherapist, Senior Fisiteiripeoir, Sinsearach Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Physiotherapist, Senior Fisiteiripeoir, Sinsearach Grade Code: 3158 Remuneration The salary scale for the post at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (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. Campaign Reference CHW32PS25 Closing Date Thursday 22nd of May 2025 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after the closing date Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There are is currently one whole-time permanent vacancy available in: Primary Care Network 7 (Tuam, Athenry & Loughrea) A supplementary panel may be created for Physiotherapist, Senior (Paediatrics) Primary Care Galway/Roscommon from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration for the post of Physiotherapist, Senior (Paediatrics) Primary Care Galway/Roscommon may be filled. Informal Enquiries Anne Kennedy, CHN Manager, anne.kennedy10@hse.ie , 086 8202185 Ciara Mooney, Interim Physiotherapy Manager Galway, Ciara.mooney5@hse.ie , 087 7650549 Details of Service To work in a primary care paediatric Physiotherapy service, supporting clinical training and supervision to staff grade physiotherapists, working with children/young people from 0 to 18 years of age primarily in a clinic setting with school and home appointments as required. This service includes clinical management of children and young people who do not meet the criteria for inclusion to Children’s Disability Network Teams. Reporting Relationship Senior Physiotherapist will be line managed by primary Care Community Network Manager and clinically managed by the Physiotherapy Manager. Key Working Relationships In your role as Senior Physiotherapist you will work closely with AMO’s, PHN’s, GP’s, acute hospitals, other HSCP in both primary care and children disability network teams. Purpose of the Post To provide a high quality primary care paediatric physiotherapy service to children/young people aged 0 to 18. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Physiotherapist, Senior will : Be a lead clinician in the physiotherapy profession and carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post focusing on continence care across the life span. · Be responsible for standards of professional and clinical practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s) in line with the Scope of Practice of CORU and Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, policies, protocols and legislation. · Be responsible for client assessment, development and implementation of individualised treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice. · Be responsible for goal setting in partnership with client, family and other team members as appropriate. · Be responsible for standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s). · Be a clinical resource for other physiotherapists. · Communicate and work in co-operation with the Physiotherapy Manager, and other team members in providing an integrated quality service, taking the lead role as required. · Communicate effectively with and provide instruction, guidance and support to, staffclients, family, carers etc. · Document client records in accordance with professional standards and departmental policies. · Provide a service in varied locations in line with local policy / guidelines and within appropriate time allocation (e.g. clinic, home visits). · Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences etc. · Develop and promote professional standards of practice. · Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance. · Seek advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required. Education & Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Take responsibility for, and keep up to date with physiotherapy practice by participating in continuing professional development such as reflective practice, in service, self directed learning, research, clinical audit etc. · Be responsible for the induction and clinical supervision of staff in the designated area(s). · Co-ordinate and deliver clinical placements in partnership with universities and clinical educators. · Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists. Take part in teaching / training / supervision / evaluation of staff / students and attend practice educator courses as relevant to role and needs. · Engage in personal development planning and performance review for self and others as required. Quality, Safety & Risk · Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of a quality service in line with best practice. · Develop and monitor implementation of agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Ensure the safety of self and others, and the maintenance of safe environments and equipment used in Physiotherapy in accordance with legislation. · Assess and manage risk in their assigned area(s) of responsibility. · Take the appropriate timely action to manage any incidents or near misses within their assigned area(s). · Report any deficiency/danger in any aspect of the service to the team or Physiotherapy Manager as appropriate. · Be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, aids and appliances both by clients and staff under their supervision. · Develop and promote quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programmes. · Oversee and monitor the standards of best practice within their physiotherapy team. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Administrative · Contribute to the service planning process. · Assist management and relevant others in service development encompassing policy development and implementation. · Review and evaluate the physiotherapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services. · Collect and evaluate data about the service area as identified in service plans and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service. · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best practice. · Collate and maintain accurate statistics and render reports as required. · Represent the department / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. · Participate in the control and ordering of physiotherapy stock and equipment in conjunction with Physiotherapy Manager. · Be accountable for the budget, where relevant. · Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service. · Engage in IT developments as they apply to clients and service administration. · Perform such other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned by management. KPI’s · The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with CHW’s service plan targets. · The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. · Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. · In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. · The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: · Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders. · All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. · Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. · In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts 2005 and 2010 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. · In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the CHW Buildings is not permitted. · Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety · The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. · The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. · The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate. · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with the Group’s Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. · The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. · The post holders’ responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. · The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others. · The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. · The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. · It is the post holder’s responsibility to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management/Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Have three years full time (or an aggregrate of three years full time) post qualification clinical experience. AND (iii) 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. AND (iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. 2. Annual registration (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate the depth and breadth of your experience as relevant to the role in the below areas: • Any training and/or experience in Paediatric MSK e.g. normal variants, torticollis, talipes, etc • Any training and/or experience in Paediatric Rheumatology management • Any training and/or experience in Paediatric chronic pain management • Any training and/or experience in Development Co-ordination Disorder • Any training and/or experience in Gait Analysis & in working with children with Cerebral Palsy GMFCS I to III • Any experience working in a school setting Other requirements specific to the post Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience · Demonstrate clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards. · Demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding of the Physiotherapy process, the underpinning theory and its application to the role. · Demonstrate evidence of having applied / used appropriate assessment tools and treatments and a knowledge of the implications of outcomes to service users. · Demonstrates the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice. · Demonstrate a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrates the ability to plan activities and co-ordinate resources to ensure value for money and maximum benefit for the organisation. · Demonstrates ability to prioritise the most important tasks on an ongoing basis. · Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to workforce demands. · Demonstrate ability to take initiative and to be appropriately self-directed. Managing and Developing (Self and Others) · Demonstrates ability to lead by example and adapts leadership style to suit the demands of the situation and the people involved. · Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, collaborates well with others. · Demonstrates the ability to react constructively to setbacks and to both give direction / feedback, and take direction / feedback, from others. · Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing. Commitment to providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to and the ability to lead on the delivery of a high quality, person centred service. · Demonstrates innovation in the provision of person-centred care and in overcoming resource limitations. · Ensures that all service users are treated with dignity and respect and ensures that the welfare of the service user is a key consideration at all times. · Works at an operational level to build alliances and learn how to best position service delivery to meet the needs of its service users. · Is open to change and supports the implementation of change. Evaluating Information and Judging Situations · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in relation to service user care. · Explains the rationale behind decisions confidently when faced with opposing or competing demands. Is objective but also aware of sensitivities in their approach. · Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against service plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties. Recognises how service constraints impact on service delivery. Communications and Interpersonal Skills · Display effective communication skills (verbal & written). · Tailors the communication method and the message to match the needs of the audience; demonstrates active listening skills. · Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate in partnership with others. · Demonstrates sensitivity, diplomacy and tact when dealing with others; is patient and tolerant when dealing with conflict situations. · Demonstrates strong negotiation skills; remains firm but flexible when putting forward a point of view • A willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and post specific requirements, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates”. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates” or on https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Physiotherapist, Senior (Paediatrics) Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and full time (1.0WTE) The posts are pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointment) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013 Remuneration The Salary scale for the post as at 01/03/2025 is: The salary scale for the post at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (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 Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Social Care Worker & Assistant Support Worker
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