Jobs in Galway
Sort by: relevance | dateService Coordinator
Job Opportunity Role: Service Coordinator Contract Type: Permanent Full Time Contract Hours: 39 Hours per week Cheshire Service: Galway Cheshire Services Address: Curragrean, Merlin Park, Galway H91 NPXO We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily. About Cheshire Ireland Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need. More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/ What we do We provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being. Our services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services. The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people we support. How we work Our services are based on clear principles of supporting people “one person at a time”. As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights-based, person-centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement. What you will do The purpose of this role is to effectively manage services delivered to individuals in their own homes. To lead a team who support individuals in all aspects of their daily lives and activities as per their individual needs and care plans to enable them to live a life of their own choosing. It is critical that when undertaking your work that you do so in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland’s values and operating ethos. Who we are looking for. A minimum of 2 years’ previous experience in a similar focused role. A QQI Level 5 Healthcare Major Award or an equivalent care related qualification. A Management Qualification. Previous experience in leading and managing a team. Previous experience in operational resource planning and management. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Computer & IT literate (has strong computer skills, Microsoft word/excel/PowerPoint etc.). Ability to overcome personal and professional challenges and to reflect and learn from mistakes and feedback as a tool for personal development. Ability to maintain composure in difficult or challenging situations. Ability to keep abreast of current developments in inclusion and individualisation issues in Ireland and internationally. Ability to keep aware of good practices in the provision of person-centred services and be sensitive to the issues experienced by people with physical disabilities and neurological conditions. In possession of the necessary documentation to work and live in the Republic of Ireland. Hold full a (clean) driver licence and is willing to travel for work on a regular basis and outside of normal working hours when required. Ability to speak and write English fluently. Personal integrity and trustworthiness. Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service. Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services. Why work for us Flexibility in working hours. Salary €38,107.87 to €49.953.81 23 Days Annual Leave Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training. Free Parking. Benefit Sick pay benefit. Company Pension Scheme. Maternity benefit. Bike/Cycle to work scheme. Employee assistance programme. Death in Service benefit for pension members. Employee Referral bonus. A Panel may be formed for upcoming positions from this recruitment. Closing Date: - 1st of August 2025 @ 5pm Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau www.cheshire.ie Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
Enhanced/staff Nurse
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST OF: PERMANENT PART-TIME STAFF NURSE/*ENHANCED NURSE ORCHARD SERVICES, GORT, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 82746 The Role: To provide clinical nursing skills in supporting people with intellectual disabilities in achieving an optimum level of independence. To exhibit and maintain best nursing practice and apply skills to ensure the physical, social, and emotional needs of the people supported by the services in their care are addressed at all times. Be responsible for the provision of nursing care and also be an informed resource in order to develop the skills and abilities of the wider team. To lead the shift and to work in a constructive, flexible, and positive manner with all colleagues. To actively participate in, and contribute to, ensuring compliance with HIQA or new Directions standards. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader / Team Manager/ Service Co-ordinator / Area Manager. Working With: People supported by the services and their families/Team Leader/Team manager/Multidisciplinary staff / Service Management. Qualifications/Experience: A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais), RNID,RPN or RGN qualification is essential. 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. Experience of working with people with High Medical Needs, Complex Mental Health, Autism, Dementia and Challenging behaviour is an advantage. 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. It is essential for the appointee to drive the transport that is assigned to the Service. Skills: The Staff Nurse/Enhanced Nurse 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: 37.5 hours per fortnight based on a 14 day duty roster. While the hours are predominately Monday – Friday, 09:30-16:30, the successful candidate may be required to work weekends, public holidays and night duty if necessary 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 scales as at 01/03/2025 apply: Staff Nurse - € 36,919 x 11 increments - € 53,340 pro rata 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 (pro-rata for part-time). Long Service Increment € 56,706 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) 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 and where applicable will be placed on the enhanced staff nurse scale. Tenure: This post is 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 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/CV’s on-line is 5pm, 31stJuly 2025 Interviews for this post will be held on 14th August 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – West Region is an equal opportunities employer.
Team Leader
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME SOCIAL CARE LEADER -DAY SERVICE ORCHARD SERVICES, GORT, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 82748 Role: The role of the Team Leader is a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of a Day/Residential service in conjunction with the Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager. The successful candidate must provide leadership in the development of the service in line with Personal Outcomes Measures, HIQA standards, new directions and future service requirements. The vision of the Orchard Services, Gort is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community. 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. We wish to recruit an innovative, creative, motivated, visionary person who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for an individual who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support. and are open to change and aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfill their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. It is the Team Leaders responsibility to ensure that the life of each individual reflects the organisations core values by supporting each individual’s development in the areas of: • Dignity and respect • Promoting Independence in the area of personal development, educational, employment, life skills and day-to-day living skills in line with the Capacity Act. • Developing friendships and relationships • Making choices • Community Networking Reporting/Responsible To: Team Manager/Service Coordinator/ Area Manager. Qualifications: The recognised professional qualification for social care is as follows: • HETAC/NQAI BA (HONS) in Applied Social Studies (Disability)/Social Care. • Candidates must be eligible for registration on the Social Care Register at CORU on or before 30th November 2025. View approved qualifications on https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ • A management qualification is also desirable or a commitment to obtain one. Experience: The successful candidate must have experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. Understanding of an integrated day programme in a residential setting is an advantage. Understanding of community networking, supporting individuals to partake in activities in their local community, goal setting and programme implementation, is essential. Working with people with complex medical needs, physical disabilities, dementia, challenging behaviour and mental health is an advantage. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate leadership. Experience in leading, managing, rostering and supporting staff teams is essential. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. Report writing and record keeping is an essential part of the post. IT skills and experience in the use of multimedia technology are a requirement of the post. Working Hours: 39 per week based on a 7 day duty roster. Contracted hours of work are liable to change over seven days to meet the requirements of the service. 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. An On Call commitment is an essential requirement of this post Annual Leave: 23 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Leader salary scale (01/03/2025) €55,793 x 6 increments - €65,155 per annum. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and sleep-in when worked. Probation: A probationary period of 9 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. Tenure: This role is permanent, full-time and pensionable. Full Job Description atttached Closing Date for receipt of completed Application Forms & CV’s on-line is 5pm Thursday 31st July 2025 Interview date is 14th August 2025 T he Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST - PERMANENT FULL-TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKER REA SERVICES, LOUGHREA, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 82743 A Locum panel may be formed from this competition from which subsequent Social Care Worker appointments in the REA Services, Loughrea may be filled. The Role: The Social Care Worker will report to the Social Care Leader/Team Leader and will fulfil a key worker role for individuals and aim to provide 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 opportunity for new experiences. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Service Coordinator/Area Manager. Qualifications: Candidates must hold one of the following qualifications: • HETAC/DIT/NQAI BA in Applied Social Studies/Social Care • Open Training College (HETAC) accredited National Degree in Applied Social Studies (Disability) Successful candidate must be registered with or eligible to register with CORU by November 2025. Experience: It is desirable that Candidates have experience of working with people with intellectual disability. Experience in working with young adults with dual diagnosis (Intellectual Disability and Mental Health) is a distinct advantage. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: • 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 • A good knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support and how to follow behaviour support plans. • 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. • Keep up to date with current practice with specific focus on community networking. • To actively lead the service and staff team assigned to you by the Team leader / Social Care leader /Service Coordinator. • Arrange staff cover when required. A full clean, manual Irish Driving Licence (Class B) is essential for the appointee to drive the transport that is assigned to the Service. 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: A 39 hour working week will be based on a 7 day duty roster. A sleep-in commitment is an essential requirement of these posts. The successful candidate will also be required to work day, evenings, night-duty, weekends and public holidays 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. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. 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: This post is 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 The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is 5pm, Thursday 31st July 2025 Interviews for this post to be confirmed The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST: TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SUPPORT WORKER REA SERVICES, LOUGHREA, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 82737 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Permanent and Temporary Support Worker appointments within the Loughrea Services may be made over the next 6 months. The Role: The Support Worker will report to the Social Care Leader/Team Leader and will fulfil a key worker role for individuals and aim to provide 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 opportunity for new experiences. This particular position is located in a residential setting working with men who have complex needs and may present with behaviours that challenge. 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 of working with individuals with an intellectual disability and a knowledge of day service provision is desirable. Full training will be provided. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. A knowledge of 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: 78 hours a fortnight based on a 7-day week duty roster. The normal working hours will be shift work and will involve weekend work to meet the needs of the people we support or Personal Outcomes. 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: €33,699 x 11 increments - €46,190 (Max) 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: The post is temporary, full-time and pensionable on a specific purpose basis linked to a staff member’s redeployment. 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 The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is 5pm Thursday 31st July 2025 Interview date to be confirmed The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
P - Neonatal Clinical Skills Facilitator PUH
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: P3064 - Neonatal Clinical Skills Facilitator (CMM2/CNM2 Grade) Portiuncula University Hospital Éascaitheoir Scileanna Cliniciúla Nuabheirthe (Grád CMM2/CNM2) Ospidéal Ollscoile Portiuncula Grade Code: 2119 County: Galway Hse Area: West & North West Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Closing Date 10:00am 1st August 2025 Contract Type: Permanent Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks’ notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Informal Enquiries: Anne Marie Culkin, Assistant Director of Midwifery, Annmarie.culkin@hse.ie Location Details: HSE West & North West, Portiuncula University Hospital There is currently one permanent part time (0.5wte/18.75hrs per week) vacancy as a Neonatal Clinical Skills Facilitator (CMM2/CNM2 Grade) in the Woman and Children’s Directorate, Portiuncula University Hospitals A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled Application Details Only fully completed application forms submitted via Rezoomo by the closing date and time will be accepted. No exceptions will be made. Post Specific Related Information Please submit application form for this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome) ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification available at
Administrator
SUMMARY OF ROLE To contribute to an efficient and effective Finance section, working in a busy environment, supervising the daily activities of clerical staff and working with colleagues to ensure all deadlines are met, whilst providing information and support to internal and external customers. KEY FUNCTIONS · Supervising the daily operations of the office · Management of payroll functions and reporting · Management of travel and subsistence functions and reporting · Controlling payroll documentation, ensuring appropriate authorisation and filing · Planning and organising work · Resource management for own area of responsibility · Supervision and development of staff · Liaising with a wide range of individuals and organisations · Prepare reports and briefing material for senior staff · Assist line management in carrying out duties of the Body as required DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Supervising and allocating work to clerical staff on a daily basis to ensure deadlines are met · Control all supporting documentation, ensuring appropriate authorisation, filing and back up retention systems in compliance with GDPR · Management and administration of payrolls for processing and payment, · Management of travel expenses and payment processing · Providing reports and working time directive reports to managers and budget holders · Produce relevant guidance notes and training for users of the accounting and payroll systems · Assist in the development and implementation of appropriate policies and procedures in relation to all financial areas · Checking all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard · Comply with and actively promote Waterways Ireland policies and procedures on all aspects of equality. · Complete all training as required by Waterways Ireland within specified timeframes. Reporting and providing information · Providing management information as required, · Provide payroll reporting, · Liaise with auditors and other internal or external stakeholders as required · Deal with enquiries, complaints and queries in a professional manner Other areas of work · Assist line management in carrying out duties of the Body as required The above list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities for the effective and efficient performance of the role. The organisation operates within a changing environment, and you will be required to be flexible and adapt to these changes and to develop your role as a result going forward. The reporting line and key duties and responsibilities of this role may be subject to change following the outcome of a review of the organisation’s structure and staffing. PERSON SPECIFICATION Candidates must be able to demonstrate that they meet the eligibility and essential criteria in their application and at interview. Desirable criteria may be used as necessary in the selection process. Eligibility Criteria Short-listing Process 1. A short-list of candidates for interviews will be prepared on the basis of the information contained in the application. It is essential that all applicants demonstrate on their application how, and the extent to which, they satisfy each of the Eligibility, Essential & Desirable Criteria. 2. Only those candidates who meet the Eligibility Criteria will proceed to the formal short-listing process. 3. The candidates who meet the Eligibility Criteria will then have the information contained in their application assessed against the Essential & Desirable Criteria. 4. Where a specified period of experience is mentioned, it may be increased as a method of reducing numbers or in the event of a large volume of candidates the Desirable Criteria may also be used. Reserve Panel This competition will create a merit-based panel which will last 12 months. Similar opportunities that arise over the next 12 months will be offered to successful applicants in order of merit. Note Starting Salary would normally be at the minimum. Consideration of a higher starting salary may be given to applicants with exceptional relevant experience and/or skills. SALARY €34,983 – €53,146 per year
Driver/Porter
Location: Cregoran Services is a progressive, dynamic and developing service located in and around Claregalway, Co. Galway. Cregoran provides a variety of residential, day and respite services to adults with intellectual disabilities who have very high support needs, grounded in the use of personal outcome measures. We work to form genuine relationships and partnerships with each person we support and those closest to them. We aim to support people to participate in the everyday life of their community, to have ordinary life experiences, and to create opportunities for the people we support to form real friendships. The Role: Minibus Driver/Porter Reporting/Responsible To: Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications/Experience: · Candidates must have received a good general education and hold a full clean Driver’s Licence – Class D1 is an advantage. · Candidates must have completed their CPC examinations/modules and must hold the CPC Qualification Card. This must be produced and checked at the interview. · The successful candidate must have adequate training and driving experience to enable them to carry out satisfactorily the duties of the post and ideally have some experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. · Experience in general maintenance provision is an advantage. Working Hours: 50 hours a fortnight based on a 5 day week duty roster. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 7am - 7pm to meet Service needs. You may also be required to work weekends and public holidays as service needs require. 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 pro rata per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Driver (Patients Public Roads) salary scale (01/03/2025) - €35,434 x 8 increments to €44,539 pro rata per annum. Tenure: This post is 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. Driving Assessment: Applicants may be required to undergo a Minibus Driving assessment by an Assessor nominated by the Brothers of Charity Services JOB DESCRIPTION The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible both in their approach and their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Specific Conditions The role of the post holder will not be limited by reference to this job description. It would be expected that the role will evolve as professional, structural and people we support demands and the post holder will be expected to demonstrate flexibility skills that will facilitate this.
Accounts Administrator
We are currently recruiting an accounts administrator for our Head Office, Kilcolgan, Galway. This position entails supporting our busy, expanding finance department with administration and accounts tasks. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious, growing main contractor and work with like-minded people. Duties to include but not limited to Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8.30 -5.00 (4.30 Friday) Salary €36,000 per year
Senior Supervisor/instructor
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST OF PERMANENT PART -TIME SENIOR INSTRUCTOR/SUPERVISOR BEO SERVICES, GALWAY CITY & KNOCKNACARRA JOB REF: 82702 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future Senior Instructor/Supervisor vacancies in BEO Services may be filled over the next 6 months. Location: BEO Day Programs are innovative and progressive programmes which focus on supporting adults living in Galway City to be independent and to work towards their own goals and achievements. They are supported to access education, training, voluntary roles and work experiences, with the view to gain employment if desired. The Programmes are aimed at those who want a more flexible and person centred service that works towards developing their strengths and passions. BEO Day Programs provide an opportunity to build community links, avail of opportunities to develop friendships and relationships and to encourage personal development. People are empowered to take a lead in their own future planning and given the tools and skills to work towards an independent life. This includes managing their own finances, employment and learning to run their own home if they choose. Our focus is to: • Form genuine relationships and partnerships with each person supported and their family. • Support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. • Work to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their local communities and to have opportunities to form real friendships. The Role: The Senior Instructor/Supervisor will report to the Team Leader, and will fulfil a key worker role for individuals identified. We aim to provide a safe, secure environment where: • individuals participate in local community and leisure activities, • are supported to make personal choices, • enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations • Individuals have the opportunity to engage in new experiences. The successful candidate must be: • Enthusiastic • Able to accept responsibility • Capable of demonstrating leadership • Show innovation and creativity in service delivery • Have a risk positive attitude • Flexible in terms of work schedules • Adaptable to meet the changing needs of the people they support • Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms. The Senior Instructor/Supervisor will also be expected to stand in for the Team Leader in their absence, and be capable of assuming the role of senior person on duty when required, offering a point of contact, advice and support for the wider BEO Services if necessary. The successful candidate will initially be assigned to work within a specific BEO Day Service; however this work location may change depending on service needs. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/ Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications/Experience: • Candidates require a level 7 qualification relevant to the health sector. • Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in day services designing and implementing programmes to enable them to carry out successfully the duties of the post together with an appreciation of the needs of persons with an intellectual disability. • Experience in establishing links with the community and local enterprises is essential. • Experience in education, day services or creative arts is an advantage • Previous experience of shift leadership is highly desirable o A full clean manual Irish Driver’s Licence is essential. o Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: 75 hours a fortnight based on a 5-day week duty roster. The normal working hours will be Monday – Friday but may involve weekend work if required to meet the needs of the people we support or Personal Outcomes. Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm over 7 days to meet the requirements of the programme. 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. The successful candidate will, on occasion, be required to demonstrate flexibility in their hours of work to support people with social events or short breaks. Agreed allowances are paid in respect of hours of work as appropriate. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Workshop Supervisor/Instructor Senior salary scale (01/03/2025) - €40,120 x 11 increments - €50,788 (Maximum) per annum. LSI1 €52,423 is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. LSI2 €54,163 is payable after a further 3 years. Tenure: This position is Permanent 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. Informal enquiries for the above post to Sinéad O’Kane (Area Manager) or Bridget Carroll (Service Coordinator) on 091-721477 The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is Wednesday, 30th July 2025 Interviews will be held August 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
