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Youth Advocates
Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. 1. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification Experience Essential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Retail Assistant
Overview Everything we do starts with the people we serve. We’re proud to be the traders behind the tradespeople: the nuts and bolts behind the job, always ready to save the day (or at least the project). From power tools to workwear, cables to pipe fittings, we offer over 60,000 products across 900+ stores – and that’s not to mention our industry-leading digital services. Join Screwfix and be part of a team of experts who get the job done quickly, affordably, and always with a smile. You’ll be at the core of Screwfix, making sure our customers are the heart of everything we do. You’ll take your time to really get to know them whilst delivering genuinely great service. Our Retail Assistants are vital to the running of a store, so you’ll always be kept busy. And with the help of our excellent training programmes and varied shift patterns to support a healthy work life balance, you’ll be on the right track to develop your career. This is a fixed-term contract opportunity up to 3 months. Key responsibilities WHAT’S IT LIKE TO BE A RETAIL ASSISTANT? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Civil Technician Grade I
The purpose of the position of Civil Technician Grade I is to provide, under the direction and supervision of the relevant engineering/cognate grade or other appropriate officer, such draughting, technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature in all fields of Local Authority work including engineering, architectural, technological, planning and environmental services, including the supervision and control of staff, as may be required by a local authority. THE ROLE & DUTIES The actual duties of the post of Civil Technician Grade I will depend on placement of the post, but in general they will include but are not limited to: • Responsibility for the execution of inspections, surveys, draughting and reporting as required • Responsibility and supervision of staff as required • Responsible for coordinating and managing site staff • The research, collection and collating of reasonably complex material • Preparation of reports and submissions • Acting for a Technician of a higher rank during his/her absence or as required to do so • Providing technical support to Engineers in the relevant section • Preparation of detailed design drawings for contract documents using Auto-Cad • Competence and Experience in use of GIS software • Good experience in site surveying and mapping • Carry out detail site survey and snagging works • Undertaking inspection and report • Preparing documentation for the public procurement and tendering of projects as well as all documentation required under current Health and Safety legislation • Preparation of Health and Safety documentation for all site works • Participate & take part in the duties as required as part of the Organisational response to Climate Action and Just Transition to promote & ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action • Planning for, and supervision of, maintenance/construction works • Producing presentation work for Council and Public display • Be a good communicator and have good report writing skills • Any other activities as assigned by Line Manager/Supervisor The Ideal candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he/she has: • good communication and interpersonal skill • ability to prepare and present technical reports • an ability to interpret and critically analyse scientific data • good organisation skills and discipline • strong ICT skills. QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, training, experience, etc Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – (i) have passed the N.C.E.A./H.E.T.A.C. National Certificate Final Examination/Higher Certificate (Level 6 on NFQ) in Civil Engineering, or Geosurveying, or Construction Studies, or Construction Studies in Building Maintenance, or Construction Studies in Architectural Graphics. or Hold an equivalent qualification and (ii) have at least three years satisfactory experience after attaining the qualification concerned or (iii) fulfil the following requirements – (a) have satisfactory relevant experience, in a Technician post at Grade II level, or in an analogous post under a Local Authority or Health Board in the State, and (b) have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience in a Technician Post at Grade II level or in an analogous post or (c) have satisfactory service, in a Technician Post at Grade 1 or higher level in an analogous post under a Local Authority or Health Board in the State, and (iv) possess adequate training or experience relating to the control and supervision of staff. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT The Post The post is wholetime (i.e. 35 hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or temporary. Location Longford County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. Commencement Longford County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Longford County Council shall not appoint them. Working Hours The current working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. A flexible working system is in operation. Longford County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Longford County Council requires employees to record their hours using a Clocking system. Reporting Arrangements Civil Technician Grade I report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any other employee of Longford County Council as designated for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Probationary Period of Employment There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position on probation. The period of probation will be prescribed by the Chief Executive. Employment may be terminated during the probationary period should service be deemed by the Chief Executive to be unsatisfactory. Employment may be terminated at the end of the probationary period unless the Chief Executive has certified that the employee had satisfactory service. Tenure of employment following probation will be subject to satisfactory service. Remuneration The current scale for the post of Civil Technician Grade I is €49,753 - €58,952 (LSI2) gross per annum (Circular EL 04/2026), the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Circulars. On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employees nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. Superannuation & Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect of their Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they belong. • For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching 65 years of age. • The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is 65. There is no mandatory retirement age. • Effective from 1st January, 2013, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks: Retirement age is set, initially, at 66 years; this will rise in step with statutory changes in the State Pension Contributory (SPC) age to 67 years in 2021 and 68 years in 2028. Compulsory retirement age will be 70 Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement for Civil Technician Grade I is 30 days per annum, in accordance with the Council’s Annual Leave Policy. The Chief Executive of Longford County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure), any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Driver’s Licence & Insurance Employees of Longford County Council may be required to use their car on official business. In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance cover for business use and to indemnify Longford County Council with the indemnity specified on your insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis. Code of Conduct/Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Longford County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. Training Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities. Health and Safety Regulations Longford County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health, and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything, which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health Training.
Business Development Manager
About the job Ireland is home to Bulmers, the best loved Irish cider in the world. We grow the apples there and make the cider in the heart of Clonmel, Co. Tipperary where our own orchards are the pride of the town. Our Bulmers cider is a fabric brand in Ireland, the number one by far and our teams in Ireland are proud to manufacture, market, distribute and sell to thousands of customers, with teams right across Ireland and offices in major cities like Dublin, Clonmel and Cork. About the Role We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to identify, develop and secure new business opportunities across the licensed trade and on-trade sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-focused sales professional with strong FMCG, drinks, retail, or hospitality experience to drive growth, build strategic customer relationships, and maximise sales performance within a highly competitive market. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding market presence, developing profitable customer partnerships, and delivering sustainable revenue growth through a consultative and commercially focused approach. Key Responsibilities: What's on Offer: Opportunity to join a market-leading business within a dynamic and fast-paced sector.A role with genuine autonomy and the ability to make a significant commercial impact.Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.Career development opportunities within a successful and growing organisation.
Grocery Department Manager, Westmeath And
We are Ireland’s largest retailer providing fashion, homewares and food for our loyal customers. We operate 134 stores across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain, as well as a growing online store. Our guiding principle is to deliver excellent quality products at competitive prices and we are constantly developing our product ranges. We are currently recruiting for a Department Manager to join one of our store teams in the Westmeath and Longford area. The primary job function of the Grocery Department Manager is to take accountability for their department, ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer care and operational standards to maximise sales and profitability whilst maintaining costs. Inspiring performance of team through coaching to deliver outstanding results and customer service The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: If this sounds like the job for you, please apply now and tell us why you would be perfect for this challenging and rewarding role! Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Senior Site Manager
Role and responsibilities include but not limited to:
General Operative
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, County Westmeath. At our C&D Foods site in Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford we have an ongoing requirement for General Operative roles across various areas of our Edgeworthstown business. Shift Pattern rotating bi-weekly 12HR Shifts consisting of day/night work For Example Week 1 Monday and Tuesday, Off Wednesday, and Thursday and In Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Week 2- Off Monday and Tuesday, In Wednesday and Thursday and Off Friday, Saturday and Sunday. C&D Reserves the right to change working patterns depending on business requirements Key Responsibilities
Joules Sales Assistant
Summary SHIFTS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR: 15hrs p/w; Tue 09:30 - 18:00; Fri 09:30 - 18:00 About the Role: The grass is greener…at Joules! We have an eye for detail. We care and we challenge. We are creative and commercial, passionate and practical. We are flexible and generous. We inspire hard work and lead with kindness. We have big ambitions and are never afraid to give it some welly. Step into a role as a Sales Assistant working in one of our retail stores, where you will create an amazing shopping experience. You will combine your expert understanding of the Joules products with a friendly, welcoming approach to provide exceptional customer service within the store. Flexible working options are available. About You: As a Sales Assistant, you will be the face of Joules, where you will focus your energy on understanding the store targets and deliverables and creating a shopping experience that delivers to our customers’ needs and is unique to the Joules brand. You are keen to work as part of a team and you play your part in ensuring the retail operational standards both on the shop floor and back of house are maintained at all times. Whatever the task, you’re passionate about doing it better and realising your retail potential along the way. We’ve packed each of our stores with character from the outside in, by choosing the most eccentric British buildings we can find, and from the inside out by stocking them with colourful characters who share our approach to style. Still not sure if the grass is greener? As a company that values its people as its biggest asset, we want to look after ours so that they feel at home. So we put together a package of financial rewards and wellbeing benefits to help you achieve your perfect balance of work and play. To find out more about our benefits see below. This is a truly great time to be part of an inspirational and passionate team here at Joules – so if you do not want to miss out on being part of something special - click ‘Apply Now' below. Benefits Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Legal Clerk
Overview of the Role The key features of the role are: • Provision of paralegal services to clients of the law centre under the supervision of a Solicitor/Managing Solicitor, having regard to any service delivery initiatives developed by the Board; • Proactive management of case files in accordance with Board’s procedures, having full regard to the Board’s Risk Management Strategy, and • Full engagement and utilisation of the Board’s ICT case management systems to obtain the maximum benefits from these systems; • Full exploitation of the potential of the use of non-legal means to solve disputes; • Adherence to the Board’s guidelines and procedures for the delivery of quality legal services. Essential Entry Requirements: Candidates must, on or before Monday 24th August 2026 have: • A legal qualification to at least Diploma level; and • at least 2 year’s experience in a legal office It should be noted by candidates that this position is not open to persons on the Roll of Solicitors. Competencies Candidates must be able to demonstrate clearly at interview that they possess the full range of competencies as set out in below. Professional experience and delivery of legal services • Demonstrates an understanding of the legislative framework governing civil legal aid in Ireland, and the ability to quickly develop an understanding of the Legal Aid Board, its role, functions and operating environment; • Demonstrates an understanding of civil law and the role of a paralegal within the Irish legal system and the delivery of legal services. • Demonstrates an ability to provide a timely, professional and client-focused legal service in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures. • Makes an active contribution both legal and administrative, to support the efficient, effective and client-focused delivery of legal services. • Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a demanding and pressurised environment, managing competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of work. Analysis & Decision Making • Effectively deals with a wide range of information sources, investigating all relevant issues • Understands the practical implication of information in relation to the broader context in which s/he works –procedures, divisional objectives etc. • Identifies and understands key issues and trends • Correctly extracts & interprets numerical information, conducting accurate numerical calculations. • Draws accurate conclusions & makes balanced and fair recommendations backed up with evidence. Delivery of Results • Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, setting objectives and delivering the best possible results with the resources available through effective prioritisation. • Constructively challenges existing approaches to improve efficient customer service delivery. • Accurately estimates time parameters for project, making contingencies to overcome obstacles. • Minimises errors, reviewing learning and ensuring remedies are in place. • Maximises the input of own team in ensuring effective delivery of results. • Ensures proper service delivery procedures/protocols are in place and implemented. Interpersonal & Communication skills • Modifies communication approach to suit the needs of a situation or audience • Actively listens to the views of others • Negotiates, where necessary, in order to reach a satisfactory outcome • Maintains a focus on dealing with colleagues or clients in an effective, efficient and respectful manner • Is assertive and professional when dealing with challenging issues • Expresses self in a clear and articulate manner when speaking and in writing Drive and Commitment to Public Services Values • Is committed to the role, consistently striving to perform at a high level • Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change • Is resilient and perseveres to achieve objectives despite obstacles or setbacks • Ensures that customer service is at the heart of own/team work • Is personally honest and trustworthy • Acts with integrity and encourages this in others Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is to a position of Legal Clerk in the Legal Aid Board. Employees of the Legal Aid Bord are Civil Service and are subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Pay €47,944 - €59,423 per year Tenure and Probation The appointment is to a permanent position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date specified on the contract. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary contract in appropriate circumstances. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you – (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to the completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not you will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956–2005. This decision will be based on your performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to you by the Legal Aid Board and you will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform’s guidelines on probation. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In certain circumstances your contract may be extended and your probation period suspended. The extension must be agreed by both parties. • The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. • In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employee may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation. • Probation may be suspended in cases such as absence due to a non-recurring illness. The employee may, in these circumstances, make an application to the employer for an extension to the contract period. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Duties Appointees will be required to perform any duties which may be assigned to them from time to time as appropriate Outside Employment The successful candidates may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties or conflict in any way with the position of a Legal Clerk in the Board. Headquarters Legal Clerks of the Board normally work in Law Centres established by the Board but may be required to serve in such other locations as may be designated by the Board. • Notwithstanding an initial assignment to a particular location appointees may be transferred to a different location or assigned to such specific duties at a different location as the Board may determine from time to time so as to enable it to perform its functions under the Act. • The duration of a transfer and/or assignment to other duties will be determined by the Board. When absent from home and headquarters on official duty a Legal Clerk will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances, subject to normal civil service regulations. Hours of attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross or 35 hours net per week. The Legal Clerk may be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Annual Leave The annual leave for this position is 23 days, rising to 24 after 5 years’ service and 25 days after 10 years’ service. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the civil service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Where the position is in a part time capacity, the annual leave allowance will be applied on a pro-rata basis. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars for the civil and public service. Officers who will be paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts direct to the Legal Aid Board. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection within the required time limits. Superannuation and Retirement The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie. Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attaching to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: • Pensionable Age: The minimum age at which pension is payable is the same as the age of eligibility for the State Pension, currently 66. • Retirement Age: Scheme members must retire on reaching the age of 70. • Career average earnings are used to calculate benefits (a pension and lump sum amount accrue each year and are up-rated each year by reference to CPI). • Post retirement pension increases are linked to CPI.
