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Job Summary: Join Our Team as a Duty Manager at Laois Leisure! Are you ready to lead with energy, passion, and purpose? Laois Leisure is on the lookout for a dynamic and motivated Duty Manager to help drive excellence across our vibrant, community-focused Leisure Centre. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love working with people, and have a passion for health, fitness, and customer service, we want to hear from you! In this exciting role, you'll be at the heart of our operations, motivating teams, ensuring top-quality service, supporting innovative programming, and helping to create a welcoming space where our members love to be. If you're ready to make an impact and grow with a forward-thinking organisation, this is your opportunity Job Type: Job Title: Duty Manager Location: Laois Leisure Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours p/w Rate of Pay: €32,000 - €37,000 Key Responsibilities: Responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of all Leisure Centre facilities and programmes. Acts as part of the management team, deputising for the Group Operations Manager when required. Oversees staff supervision, customer engagement, and compliance with safety and ethics policies. Develops new activities, supports marketing and events, and maintains accurate records and reports. Manages budgets and staffing to ensure cost-effective service delivery. Acts as key holder, handling opening/closing duties and emergency response. Ideal Candidate: · Experience in the leisure environment. · Reps recognised Gym qualifications · Current Lifeguard Qualification (R.L.S.S. S.T.A. W.S.I.) · A proven track record of leading and motivating a team. · A passion for delivering customer experience above and beyond customers’ expectations. · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. · Enthusiastic & self-motivated. · Dedicated and Hardworking.
Advocates
YOUNG PEOPLE IN YOUR AREA NEED YOU! All area's of Louth, Meath, Cavan & Monaghan, Limerick, Cork, Waterford, Wexford, Clare & N.Tipp Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland are looking for male and female Advocates to work in YOUR community to support children, young people and families in need to achieve their goals. We invite applicants from the following area’s to apply using the job ref code; NEAST0625: Louth, Meath, Cavan & Monaghan SOU0625 : Limerick, Cork, Waterford, Wexford, Clare & N.Tipp 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. What we offer: €16.52 per hour Training and financial assistance for further education Flexible working hours Join a growing, dynamic and forward-thinking organisation 92.24% of employees agreed or agreed strongly that YAP is an enjoyable place to work (Staff Opinion Survey 2024) “Great support for this young person and helped to build capacity to get out into community” – TUSLA Social Worker About us: YAP Ireland is a registered charity that provides a needs-led, family support service which uses a strengths-based approach to improve the lives of young people and their families in their community achieving positive outcomes. Please see our website for lots more information about our amazing work. The Role of the Advocate: “It`s getting my son out. He's starting to socialise. It gives him a break away from the home and time to do his own little thing. He loves going with his Advocate.” - Parent “YAP is the best thing that has ever happened to me.” – Young Person Provide a one-to-one support to Young People and Families for up to 15 hours per week (€16.07 PER HOUR) Build a trusting relationship with young people & parents /carers Work with young people and families to achieve their goals Identify and link young people and families with the appropriate community supports Support young people to identify their interests and support parents/carers with parenting Advocates report to Team Leaders and with their support develop a strengths-based, needs-led Individual Service Plan (ISP) with the young person and family. Advocates Requirements: You need to be: A good listener and a positive role model Available for flexible working hours, evenings and weekends Interested in your community and want to make a difference Have a full driving license and access to your own transport Advocates are required to attend fortnightly supervisions and monthly team meetings IF YOU THINK THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU: WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU Closing date for receipt of applications is 6th July 2025: Only completed application forms will be accepted, CVs will NOT be accepted. If enough applications are received before the closing date, these vacancies may close early. Full Training will be provided. Successful applicants will form a panel for consideration throughout 2025. If you are successful, you will need to be available for an interview which will be face to face. Interviews will take place in July. There is a training programme that you will need to attend in July/August 2025.
Multi-Task Assistants
Multi-Task Assistants x 2 – Clarecare’s New Day Centre, Kilrush, Co. Clare Our vision is to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential.Clarecare is a professional social enterprise organisation providing a range of people centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 57 years. Current services provided include Family Support Service, Older Person Services (including Day Centres and Home Support Service) and Bushypark Addiction Treatment Service (Residential & Community). Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Clarecare, in partnership with the HSE, is delighted to announce the upcoming opening of our Day Care Centre for older persons in Kilrush . This purpose-designed facility will be located at Regina House, Cooraclare Road , Kilrush and will operate Monday to Thursday , providing a warm and supportive environment where older persons can flourish.As we prepare to open our doors in the very near future, we are now seeking to recruit two kind, compassionate, and reliable Multi-Task Assistants to join our dedicated team.We would love to hear from you, if you have: A positive attitude A genuine passion for supporting older persons The desire to help make every day a good day JOB DESCRIPTION – MULTI-TASK ASSISTANT – KILRUSH DAY CENTRETITLE: Multi-Task Assistant (MTA)ROLE: Working under the guidance of the Day Centre Manager, the Multi-task Assistant will provide high quality care and support in a compassionate and understanding person centred service to Day Centre clients at Clarecare’s new Day Centre facility in Kilrush. OBJECTIVE: This is a part-time permanent contract of employment of 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday inclusive) to assist with the delivery of a Day Care Service at Clarecare’s Day Centre for up to 20 older persons on a Monday to Thursday basis. JOB RELATIONS: The Multi-Task Assistant will report to the Day Centre Manager and work closely with other Day Centre staff members. The Multi-Task Assistant will also be part of the wider Older Persons Services Team in Clarecare. JOB LOCATION: The position offered will be based on-site in Clarecare’s new Day Centre facility at Regina House, Cooraclare Road, Kilrush, Co. Clare. Location may change based on operational requirements. Remote/Hybrid working does not apply to this role. HOURS OF WORK: 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. daily i.e. 6.5 hours working day inclusive of rest break over 4 days per week Monday to Thursday inclusive. Total of 26 hours per week. You are required to be flexible regarding your start/finish time / work hours and work days per week to meet the operational requirements of this evolving Service. Work days/work hours are subject to change. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities: To report to the Day Centre Manager or designate. To adhere to Clarecare policies and procedures in relation to your work with Clarecare. Ability to maintain the principles of confidentiality in all areas of work. To maintain files in accordance with Clarecare standards in order to ensure that good record keeping practices are in place. To work as part of the wider Clarecare Structure. To support the work of staff, volunteers, students and others involved in Clarecare. To attend supervision sessions with your Line Manager. To maintain professional boundaries in all work with clients, staff, volunteers, external suppliers, etc.· To perform such other duties appropriate to the office as may be assigned to you by your Line Manager or designate. Attend meetings in connection with Day Care Centre. Attend and participate in all mandatory and other relevant training as advised by your Line Manager. Attend other meetings as required. Specific Responsibilities: Assist and support clients attending the Day Centre with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) e.g. eating/drinking at meal times and with personal hygiene/mobility thereby, promoting their independence, preferences and well-being. Build a trusting relationship with clients and their Carers so that they feel secure in the Day Centre environment. Respect the dignity, rights and confidentiality of all clients attending the Day Centre by acting in a professional and courteous manner at all times, with a focus on providing a quality service to improve the lives of clients attending the Centre. Abide by Clarecare’s “Code of Conduct & Behaviour Policy & Procedure” and other related policies/procedures. Be willing to undertake additional training to enhance the role e.g Sonas, Fit for Life training and complete all training requirements identified by the Day Centre Manager or designate. Bus duties. Interact with clients, families, and other staff members in a clear, patient and empathetic manner. Maintain the confidentiality of all information made available to them during the course of their work except in circumstances of mandatory reporting. MTA’s must maintain acceptable levels of personal hygiene and must ensure that they dress appropriately and wear suitablefootwear and abide by the full terms of Clarecare’s “Head to Toe (Personal Presentation and Personal Hygiene) Policy andProcedure” and any other relevant policies/procedures. It is incumbent upon MTA’s to carry out the work in a safe and professional way and abide by and adhere to specificinstructions as directed by the Day Centre Manager or designate. This includes adherence to the full terms contained in Clarecare’s policies and procedures e.g. “Code of Conduct and Behaviour Policy….” CCHR006 and HSE’s Policy on “Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk Of Abuse”, Dec 2014 and HSE Policy on “Safeguarding Children”, Children FirstAct 2015 and any other relevant policies & procedures. Carry out assigned and delegated responsibilities involving direct care with clients. Where relevant, assist clients in engaging with Centre activities/entertainment that enhances their cognitive function andsocial interaction and in consultation with the Day Centre Manager, identify and develop activities to enhance servicedelivery. Responsible for the general cleaning of Service areas (e.g. bathrooms/shower/public areas e.g. Hallways, including floorsand walls - ensuring all areas are clean (sweeping/mopping) and hygienic)) as identified by the Day Centre Manager andensure the agreed standard of cleanliness and hygiene (as per Clarecare protocols/best practice regulations/standards) aremaintained in all areas and appropriately documented in line with Clarecare and locally devised policies and regulations. Be familiar with your responsibilities and willing to undertake same, in accordance with the role of Multi-Task Assistant. Assist in ensuring a safe and supportive Day Care environment where the well-being of clients is paramount. Adhere tohealth & safety policies & procedures/protocols. Report any defects on equipment to the Day Centre Manager e.g. wheelchair/reclining chair defects and ensure allequipment is stored safely. Wear relevant personal protective clothing (i.e. gloves, mask, apron/gown etc) as per Clarecare and HSE regulations/PublicHealth guidelines) on a daily basis e.g. when cleaning and attending to clients and carrying out general/deep cleaning ofrelevant work areas. Ensure all relevant work areas are free from rubbish and are swept and cleaned daily/weekly. Be willing to undertake any other relevant duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION: Essential Requirements: Minimum of QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualification - 2 modules i.e. Care of the Older Person and Care Skills). Valid and current Manual Handling & Patient Handling Certification. Ideally, hold HACCP current certification. Strong work ethic and experienced in the delivery of care to older persons with a keen interest in, and a passion for workingwith older persons. High level understanding of HACCP food hygiene, personal hygiene and care procedures for clients with ability to clean tothe highest standards. Flexible and adaptable to meet changing Service needs. Ability to work effectively with older people in a professional capacity with a keen understanding of their needs. Listen effectively and carry out tasks in a timely manner. Ability to quickly understand and follow instructions with a “can do” attitude. Live the “Values” of Clarecare. Well-developed communication skills and ability to interact socially with clients and peers/staff/others. Excellent customer service skills. A great team player. Excellent time keeping, communication (verbal/written with clients and their family members), be well organised with theability to work on own initiative and as part of a team in a fast-paced working environment. Proficient in using technology to input data e.g. OneTouch, etc. A positive ‘fit to work’ medical. A positive Garda clearance/vetting. Two positive written references from your current and most recent employer. A knowledge of the work & ethos of Clarecare. Desirable: Previous professional experience of working in a care setting. Current First Aid training and HACCP Certification. Full driving licence. SALARY/GRADE: €13.83 gross per hour worked or €18, 698.16 gross salary per annum. Benefits: The pro-rated annual leave entitlement for this 4 days per week, part-time permanent role is 21 days per full leave year (Jan-Dec) excluding Public Holidays. Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Membership/Death in Service Benefits on successful completion of 6 monthsprobation. Access to Clarecare’s Sick Pay Scheme Benefits. Ongoing Training & Development opportunities. Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Services via VHI. Payroll deduction facility for Hospital Cover Health Insurance. Cycle to Work Scheme. This Job Description aims to provide an accurate and concise summary of the Job and its main duties and responsibilities. However, it is not intended to be restrictive or absolute. Apply for this position
Day Centre Manager
Location: On site / Co. Clare, Ireland Job type: Permanent / Part-Time Salary: Competitive Salary Day Centre Manager – Clarecare’s New Day Centre, Kilrush, Co. Clare Clarecare, in partnership with the HSE, is delighted to announce the upcoming opening of our Day Care Centre for older persons in Kilrush . This purpose-designed facility will be located at Regina House, Cooraclare Road , and will operate Monday to Thursday , providing a warm and supportive environment where older persons can flourish.As we prepare to open our doors in the very near future, we are now seeking to recruit a professional, kind, compassionate, and reliable Day Centre Manager to join our dedicated team.We would love to hear from you, if you have: - A positive attitude - A genuine passion for supporting older people - The desire to help make every day a good day JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Day Centre Manager – West Clare (Kilrush) ROLE: R esponsible for the day to day operation of Clarecare’s new Day Care facility for Older Persons in West Clare, which includes meals provision and delivering social activities. OBJECTIVE: This is a part-time, permanent position to develop and expand the operation of our new Day Centre facility for circa 20+ older persons located at Regina House, Cooraclare Road, Kilrush, Co. Clare on a 4 days per week Monday to Thursday basis.Duties include: provision of meals, organisation of social activities/entertainment, facilitation of other services as appropriate for older persons; and the recruitment of clients to the Centre. The Manager will be hands on and manage the Day Centre Team comprising of up to 5 staff and volunteers (the team will increase as the Service evolves). JOB RELATIONS: The Day Centre Manager will work as part of a wider Older Persons Services Team in Clarecare and will report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or designate. JOB LOCATION: This is an on-site position, based in Kilrush, Co. Clare (Remote/hybrid working does not apply). Location may change based on operational requirements. DAYS/HOURS OF WORK: This is a part-time permanent position of 4 work days per week (Monday to Thursday inclusive). Flexibility is required regarding your work days/hours (start & finish times) which are subject to change. Daily work hours are from 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. inclusive of 30 mins. lunch break. Flexibility is required regarding your work hours. ANNUAL LEAVE: 21 days annual leave per annum per full leave year (Jan-Dec incl.) for this 4 days per week part-time, permanent position. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities · To report to the CEO of Clarecare or delegate. To adhere to Clarecare policies and procedures in relation to all work with Clarecare. To maintain files in accordance with Clarecare standards in order to ensure that good record keeping practices are in place.· To complete statistics/reports for Day Centre services and/or as required by the Line Manager. To work as part of the wider Clarecare Structure. To support the work of staff, volunteers, students and others involved in Clarecare. To attend supervision sessions with your line manager. To maintain professional boundaries in all work with clients. To perform such other duties appropriate to the office as may be assigned to your Line Manager or designate. Specific Responsibilities Responsible for providing best practice care to clients attending the Day Centre. Promote and deliver a model of person centred care that is community focussed, quality oriented, safe, and operates to the highest standards. Respect the rights, dignity and confidentiality of all clients attending the Day Centre and their carers/advocates. Manage, co-ordinate and support the work of all staff and volunteers, effectively resolving any issues that may arise e.g. staffing/recruitment, performance, disciplinary, grievance, etc. Liaise with HR Dept. as relevant. Ensure clarity of roles, assignments of duties, adequate staff client ratios at all times, arrangement of leave, etc. Assist in the placement of students looking for work experience – provide induction/ongoing supervision and administer all relevant documentation. Carry out the administration required to provide an efficient and effective Day Care Centre. Ensure all client data is up to date and stored securely in line with Data Management processes. Provide a quality service to clients focussing on increasing their self-esteem and enhancing the lives of clients and their family members/carers. Work in partnership with staff members and external agencies and deliver an appropriate service ensuring the individual needs of clients are responded to in a flexible/efficient way. Take responsibility for sourcing and enhancing client attendance (up to 20 persons per day) at the Day Centre. Oversee the provision of meals to Day Centre clients, ensuring high quality food is provided in line food safety standards (HACCP). Engage with the Bus service for Day Centre clients to ensure an efficient transport service is provided to clients. Where relevant & appropriate, escalate any client nursing concerns to the relevant Family member/PHN/GP etc. Welcome any visitors to the Centre and provide feedback/phone support to family carers regarding clients in the Centre or consult with them on the wellbeing of their family member. Arrange relevant clinics weekly e.g. hairdresser, chiropody, etc and administer and document payments for same. Appropriately manage any client accidents/incidents or feedback/complaints in conjunction with the relevant policy & procedure and report them to the CEO or designate and HR where relevant. Plan and provide suitable activities for Day Centre attendees e.g. Music events, Arts & Crafts classes, computer training, etc. Ensure Day Centre is run within budget agreed with CEO. Monitor expenditure against allocated budgets and maintain effective financial controls within the Day Centre in conjunction with the CEO. Encourage the active participation of the clients in appropriate activities and ensure their safety and well-being is not compromised. Ensure all Health & Safety regulations are implemented and adhered to with risk assessment undertaken as and when required e.g. activities for the Older Person. Preparation and submission of monthly KPI returns. Develop, implement and maintain efficient/clear administrative, recording, accounting systems as required. Arrange monthly client forums and conduct client satisfaction surveys as relevant. Preparation and submission of monthly KPI returns. Arrange monthly client forums and conduct client satisfaction surveys as relevant. Plan and arrange activities/entertainment and celebrations for Day Care Centre attendees as well as small to large group outings e.g. Christmas and Summer events, etc. Experience of carrying out risk assessments and ensuring controls/actions are implemented. Organise interesting and appropriate events e.g. First Aid, Fire Prevention, Safety in the home, Budgeting advice, Health and Wellbeing, Arts & Crafts, etc. Maintain up to date client records/files and payments in a secure manner. In conjunction with the Social Worker for Older People, Home Help Co-Ordinator and relevant Third Parties (e.g. GP’s/PHN’s, etc), identify new potential Day Centre clients. Attend meetings in connection with Day Care Centre.Ø Attend all mandatory training as advised by Clarecare. Hold regular meetings with volunteers and other relevant staff to ensure safe delivery of service. Promote services of Day Care Centre by delivery of flyers to agencies or places such as GP’s Surgeries, Dentists, Churches, Post Office, and Local Shops, etc. Effectively resolve any people management or day to day operational issues that may arise.Ø Attend other meetings as necessary. Any other relevant duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION: Essential Requirements: Minimum Level 7 Degree in Social Care, Social Studies, Healthcare related field or equivalent. Minimum of 2 year’s post qualification healthcare/social care experience working with older people in a professional capacitywith a keen understanding of their needs and managing a team of people in a similar role. Candidates must possess the requisite managerial and administrative knowledge and experience together with the ability including medical fitness and be of good character to properly discharge the duties of this position.Experience of working with clients presenting with complex needs in a variety of different situations. Experience of organising social activities/entertainment for groups. Interest in the issues arising for older people and a desire to work with older people with a “can do” attitude. Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Well-developed IT skills i.e. MS Word, Excel, Email, databases e.g. OneTouch/Viclarity or equivalent. Proven interpersonal and organisation skills with an ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Ability to appropriately represent the Service. Network/ liaise with other service providers, health professionals and potential referral sources e.g. PHN’s, GP’s etc to promote the service. Ability to demonstrate empathetic understanding issues/dilemmas which may arise for vulnerable people. Ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally. Engage in continuing professional development by keeping up to date research and new developments in Gerontology or Older Persons Services and to attend training as considered appropriate. Can consistently maintain high standards of behaviour and performance, exercising due care and discretion, ensuring necessary and sufficient controls are in place to safeguard the integrity and reputation of Clarecare. Reliable with the ability to plan and work efficiently to establish priorities and allocate time and effort accordingly. Demonstrate ability to generate new ideas and acts on them accordingly. To be flexible and adaptable in one’s approach to work with clients. To maintain appropriate/accurate records of clients in receipt of the Clarecare service. Maintains appropriate professional boundaries with external parties and colleagues. Ability to maintain the principles of confidentiality in all areas of work. A positive ‘fit to work’ medical. A positive Garda vetting disclosure through Clarecare. Two positive written employment references from current/most recent employers. Full clean driving licence with indemnity to Clarecare on your private motor insurance policy. Desirable: A Nursing Degree and current registration with NMBI is a distinct advantage. FETAC Level 5 qualification in Care of the Older Person and/or Care Skills. HACCP trained. A knowledge of the work & ethos of Clarecare. SALARY & BENEFITS: The salary and benefits on offer for this position is commensurate with experience and available upon request from HR on 086 – 4161520. 21 days annual leave per annum for this part-time permanent post, excluding Public Holidays. Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Services via VHI. Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Membership on successful completion of probation (6 months). Payroll deduction facility for Health Insurance cover. Cycle to Work Scheme. Access to Sick Pay Scheme on successful completion of probation (6 months duration). Access to Clarecare’s Wellness Programmes.NOTE: This job description is given more as a guideline, as unforeseen policy changes or emerging needs may create new demands requiring different responses from the position.
Business Development Manager
Midlands 103 – one of Ireland’s largest and most popular independent radio stations – is looking for a creative and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our growing team. We deliver integrated, multi-platform advertising solutions that connect with audiences across the Midlands and beyond — from powerful on-air campaigns to social virals, branded content, live events and premium video production. Now, we’re getting bigger — and we want someone who’s innovate and drive revenue in an energetic media environment. What You’ll Do: Drive Growth: Lead the charge on new and existing commercial opportunities, working closely with the Sales Director to shape and grow revenue streams. Manage Key Accounts: Build lasting, high-value client relationships that convert into repeat business and trusted partnerships. Understand Clients: Take the time to really understand customers’ business goals, so you can deliver tailor-made, high-impact solutions across our media platforms. Pursue New Business: Grow our client base through proactive B2B sales — direct and agency — across radio, digital, event and non-traditional revenue streams. Execute Big Ideas: Manage the delivery and sale of key commercial projects — from Awards and Expos, to premium competitions, media training masterclasses and more. What You’ll Bring:
Home Support Workers
Home Support Workers - Clarecare - Across all Locations in Co. Clare Location: On site / Co. Clare, Ireland Job type: Permanent / Part-Time Sector and subsector: Voluntary/Charity | General Salary: Competitive Salary Clarecare is a professional accredited social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of person-centred services for over 57 years to individuals and families in Co. Clare. Current services include Family Support, Older Person Services and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Our Vision: is to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential. Our Mission: is to provide person-centred services to individuals and families within our communities. Our Core Values: • Collaborate • Accountability • Respect • Empathy • Trust TITLE: Home Support Workers (Subject to continued funding and successful completion of probation) DESCRIPTION OF ROLE: We require a caring, kind and considerate persons who will support Clarecare in delivering a dedicated person centred community-based Home Support Service* to people who are experiencing difficulties, thereby facilitating them to remain at home within their community. *Home Support refers to personal care and practical personal assistance with a wide range of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL’s) that can help a person live at home if they are ill, frail or disabled. It includes all forms of enabling personal care and [other] practical personal assistance provided [to] [for] an individual who by reason of illness, frailty or disability is in need of such care and personal assistance. ROLE: To provide practical Home Support (IADL’s) on behalf of Clarecare’s Home Support Service to service users to enable service users live at home in a safe secure and comfortable way. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this role is to deliver a safe, effective & efficient Home Support service in line with required practice standards, to support older people (with assessed support needs) and where relevant, their specified person(s) (e.g. family, friends who provide care) so as to enable the service user to be as independent as possible in their own home, for as long as possible. The successful candidate will work as part of the team in Clarecare and liaise regularly with same. Flexibility and willingness to travel is essential. You may be required to work outside of normal hours if necessary. Training and supervision (including shadowing where relevant) will be provided to the successful candidate. JOB RELATIONS: The Home Support Worker, will report to the Home Support Area Manager in the relevant geographical area and work as part of a wider Home Support Service team in Clarecare. Home Support Area Managers report into the Home Support Service Manager within Clarecare who has overall responsibility for Clarecare’s Home Support Service. S/he will link with other relevant Departments/Services within Clarecare as relevant and also liaise with (PHN) Public Health Nurses and other Health Support Professionals, where relevant, as part of the role. HOURS OF WORK: This is a part-time permanent role (subject to receipt of continued funding from HSE as Service Provider and successful completion of 12 months probationary period). Due to the nature of Home Support Services for Older People in the Community and HSE’s Service Provider terms of business (i.e. HSE as Service Provider offers hours for service users to Clarecare and other similar Home Support Agencies); we are unable to ascertain at any given time, the volume of business being offered/provided by HSE as Service Provider and therefore, are unable to offer regular work hours to the Home Support Worker. However, as per The Employment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2018, at the end of an initial 12 months continuous service (probationary period) with Clarecare, Home Support Workers may apply to be placed on a fixed band of hours that include the average hours worked by them in the previous 12 months period. A Home Support Worker’s normal hours of work will be as outlined on the Personal Support Plan Assignment roster relevant to each Service User and hours of work provided are solely based on service user needs assessment. Amendments to assigned work hours/duties can only be made/approved by the Home Support Area Manager or designate. The Service reserves the right to alter these working hours/assigned duties from time to time based on the needs of the Service User. JOB LOCATION: The position offered is based in the community providing Home Support services to vulnerable service users in the community. The successful candidate will be required to travel as part of their daily role and may be requested from time to time, to travel to other Clarecare centre locations in the course of his/her work as and when required e.g. for training purposes, etc. Therefore, a full clean current driver’s licence, use of own vehicle for work purposes, and willingness to indemnify Clarecare re using your car for business purposes is essential for this role. Annual Leave: The annual leave associated with the post is calculated as 8% annual leave entitlement based on the hours worked. Public Holidays entitlement applies where relevant. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities:
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is:✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Facilitators School Leaver Programme
SOUTH KERRY DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP CLG Wishes to recruit FACILITATORS FOR THE SCHOOL LEAVER PROGRAMME South Kerry Development Partnership CLG invites applications for two full-time positions. The School Leaver Programme is aimed at young adults with disabilities who have recently completed their second-level education in Kerry and will focus on the participants education, personal development, voluntary work experience and integration into the local community. The programme may be offered on a full-time or part-time capacity to participants. The programme’s sustainability is underpinned by the dedication of host farmers, community and voluntary groups and the support provided by SKDP School Leaver Programme Facilitators. REQUIREMENTS: • Prior experience of working with individuals with a disability or previous social care experience. • Experience of developing and implementing Person Centre Plan (PCP) for people with disabilities. • A relevant third level qualification in social care, social sciences, disability studies, occupational therapy or related field, or equivalent years of professional experience. • Understanding of issues around disability and social care needs. • Understanding of HSE School Leaver process. • Knowledge of New Directions. • Knowledge of agriculture/general farm work and experience in dealing with farmers is desirable. • Knowledge and experience of working with community groups is desirable. • An understanding of community rural development principles. • Ability to coordinate logistics and manage multiple tasks efficiently. • Excellent communication & inter-personal skills. • Computer literacy and excellent report writing skills. • Full clean driving licence with access to own transport. The positions are full-time (37.5 hours per week) and will be based at the SKDP Offices, Henry Street, Kenmare and Library Place, Killorglin with a fixed-term contract for a period of 12 months. Salary scale for the position is €32,182 to €43,253 per annum for a 37.5 hour week. Only typed applications received by email and on the official application form will be accepted – CV’s will not be considered. Full particulars of the position are available from South Kerry Development Partnership CLG, West Main Street, Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry. Contact Marie Garvey, Telephone 066 9472724 Closing Date: Not later than 5pm on Friday, 27th June 2025 South Kerry Development Partnership CLG is an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from any individuals with the relevant skills and abilities to help make its diverse workforce more effective. CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO TO THE CAREERS WEBSITE WHERE YOU CAN FILL OUT AN APPLICATION FORM!
Musician Educator
2025 / 2026 Music Generation Dublin City Musician Educator Fixed Term Contract Of Employment Ref: MG25J City of Dublin ETB, as Lead Partner for Dublin City Local Music Education Partnership, on behalf of Music Generation Dublin City wishes to employ Musician Educators in order to form a panel. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification, a passion for music in all its forms and for its promotion and development. The goal of each programme is to create diverse, accessible, sustainable, and high-quality creative Performance Music Education. As per the Framework document, these programs will be led and connected by “Voice” - both through all types of singing and also the “voice” of the student. Music Generation Dublin City is a performance music education programme in Dublin City providing access to a range of vocal and instrumental music opportunities for children and young people in their local area. Music Generation Dublin City is part of Music Generation, Ireland’s national music education programme initiated by Music Network, co-funded by U2, The Ireland Funds, the Department of Education and Skills and Local Music Education Partnerships. Please see Person Specification & Job Description for further details.
Childcare Practitioner
Full time position available in our childcare service. Our service offers full time care Monday to Friday. 38 hrs per week Starting in September Minimum qualifications level 5
