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We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal is to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about working with children to join our team in the new school year. The Role: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Team Leader
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION 1 X PERMANENT PART-TIME TEAM LEADER (CNM1/Social Care Leader) CURLEW SERVICES (Boyle, Ballaghaderreen, Frenchpark areas) Job Ref: 81996 The Role: The role of the Team Leader post is pivotal in supporting the coordination and management of a residential service in the Curlew Area. The successful candidate will initially be assigned to working in one particular area of the service however the work location may change depending on service needs. The main responsibilities are to support resource-management and staffing - including rosters, staff development, facilitating communication and professional leadership in order to ensure a good quality of life for the people attending the Service. Qualifications/Experience: Working Hours: Contracted hours are 35 hours per week and will be based on a 7-day duty roster. Supernumerary hours are included to support the governance and management of the Service. In addition a sleep-in and/or night duty commitment may be a requirement of the post for which the appropriate allowance will be paid. Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Area Manager / Service Coordinator to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Tenure: Permanent, part-time and pensionable. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Tommie Scanlon, Area Manager 087 1697954 Closing date for receipt of completed application form /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 17th July 2025 Interview date is scheduled for 6th/7th August. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
CHW Health Care Assistant Home Support, Roscommon
Health Care Assistant (Home Support) Galway Roscommon – HSE West and Northwest Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Health Care Assistant (Home Support), Galway Roscommon – HSE West and Northwest (Grade Code: 6494) Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (01/03/2025): €35,434 - €36,883 - €38,410 - €38,816 - €39,813 - €40,675 - €41,917 - €43,204 - €44,539 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Campaign Reference CHW61HCA25 Closing Date Thursday 17th July 2025 at 12 noon Proposed Interview Date (s) To be confirmed Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There are currently a number of permanent, part time (0.8 WTE) vacancies available throughout Galway and Roscommon in the following areas: Galway Mervue Killimor Craughwell Gort 0.5wte Roscommon Elphin Ballaghadereen, Boyle Castlerea A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Health Care Assistant - Home Support, Galway Roscommon, HSE West and Northwest from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Rosaleen Flanagan, Home Support Manager, Mayo & Roscommon Phone: 087 9077663 Email: rosaleen.flanagan@hse.ie Regina Redmond, Home Support Manager Galway Phone: 087 2159608 Email: regina.redmond1@hse.ie Details of Service The HSE Home Support Service for Older People works in partnership with service users and their families to support them to remain in their own homes for as long as possible. The Home Support Service is a 7-day service which may include evening, night-time and weekend cover and provides essential support to family carers. The purpose, level and range of care and supports are designed in a personalised way and will change according to the changing assessed needs of the person. Reporting Relationship Home Support Resource Manager or Designated Officer. Key Working Relationships The Health Care Assistant (Home Support) is a key member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team responsible for the provision of a quality service to support people in the community to remain in their own home for as long as possible. Works as part of a team to include Home Support Resource Manager, Home Support Resource Officer, Clerical Admin, other Health Care Staff – Home Support, Public Health Nursing service and clients in receipt of home support. Purpose of the Post To enhance quality of life and wellbeing for primarily older people by providing access to integrated care and support that is planned around their needs and choices, supporting them to live well in their own homes and communities. The Health Care Assistant – Home Support provides the assistance, support and direct personal care required to maximise the independence and wellbeing of service users. They work under delegation, direction and supervision, of health care professionals: - · To look after the physical, emotional, cultural and psychosocial needs of service users using a person centred approach · To observe and promote service user’s choice, independence, dignity, privacy, fulfilment and other rights · To create and maintain good professional relationships with service user’s, their carer, family and friends and other team members · To adhere to all Health Service Executive policies, procedures and guidelines. · To promote a positive, personal and professional profile, ensuring the good reputation of the HSE at all times. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Service users may require assistance in some or all activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) as identified by an individualised care needs assessment. The primary role of the Health Care Assistant – Home Support is to assist in the implementation of the service user’s individual care plan. Duties will vary depending on the assessed needs of the service user and may include the following functions: Care Provision · To provide personal care and support to service users with a wide range of assessed needs, illnesses and disabilities. · To know and understand the care and support needs of the service user. · To deliver the care detailed in the service user’s care plan using a person centred enabling approach. · To assist service users with the activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) as indicated by the service user’s care plan, including but not limited to: · Personal care and hygiene e.g. bathing, dressing and showering. · Maintain skin integrity. · Assist with continence care. · Assist with mobility and exercise programmes, as directed by the service user’s care plan. · Provide medication prompts as directed by the service user’s care plan. · Assist with eating and drinking. · To support the service user’s social needs as well as physical care needs as set out in the individual care plan i.e. supporting participation in meaningful social activities including: maintaining interests, hobbies, and roles that are important to the person. · On occasion accompany the service user in activities outside of the home where such assistance is central to improving or maintaining function, independence and wellbeing as directed by the service user’s care plan. · Domestic cleaning specific to service user as directed by the Home Support Resource Manager where non-performance of such duties impacts on the health & safety and well-being of the individual. The Health Care Assistant – Home Support will, where appropriate, assist the person with these tasks i.e. ‘doing with’ rather than ‘doing for’ where such assistance is central to improving or maintaining function, independence and wellbeing for the service user. General · To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team in order to deliver Home Support Services. · To provide the highest quality care by delivering support in a manner which is sensitive to the service user’s culture, disability, race, age, sexuality, marital or civil partnership status, transgender status or religion/belief. · Be courteous and helpful to service users and their carer’s at all times ensuring respect for each person’s dignity, confidentiality and individuality. Recording and Reporting · To complete and maintain a daily work schedule as part of the overall care plan. · To maintain appropriate records to meet the needs of the service, observing and promptly reporting back any changes or concerns in the service user’s circumstances or condition. · To regularly read care and support plans, acknowledging changes. · To continue to monitor where concerns have been reported and recorded. · To recognise the signs of abuse and immediately report abuse or suspected abuse. · To report any complaints to their line manager · To ensure that timesheets are accurate and submitted on time. Communication and Team Work: · Ensure all actions support the enhancement of a person-centred service and a personal-centred culture within the team. · Maintain good communication and develop effective working relationships with service users, carers and other team members. · Communicate effectively with service users taking into account their differing levels of ability to understand and their specific care needs and condition. · Report to the line manager any changes in the service user’s physical and emotional condition or behaviour. · Participate in and contribute to the team including handovers/meetings/care planning on service related issues. · Co-operate with quality reviews/service evaluations and assist with the implementation of any necessary corrective action. · Respect diversity within the team. Risk Management, Infection Control and Hygiene Services The management of Risk, Infection Control, and Hygiene Services is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. · To take responsibility for the safe handling of property and equipment belonging to the service user. Workplace Health and Safety In accordance with the Health and Safety at work policy, it is each staff member’s responsibility to observe all rules relating to health and safety and conduct at work and to use any equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner. · Understand and adhere to all relevant HSE policies, guidelines and procedures, comply with health and safety, PPE and infection prevention control and risk management procedures, and comply with statutory obligations. · Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of the service user. · Not undertake any duty related to the service user for which he/she is not trained. · Bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in the safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. · To observe all health & safety rules and take reasonable care, raising any concerns to the Home Support Resource Manager. · To use safely and efficiently, equipment provided in the work place. · To adhere to safe procedures in the movement and handling of service users. Confidentiality · In the course of this employment, the post may have access to, or hear, information concerning the medical or personal affairs of service users or other health services’ business. Such records and information are strictly confidential. Unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning staff, service users or other health service business be divulged or discussed, except in the performance of normal duty. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and they must be kept in safe custody when no longer required. Continued Professional Development • Be prepared to undertake training/certification as may be required and deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the post going forward. • Ensure that knowledge and skills are updated to maintain safe standards of care for service users. • Participate in appraisal and the development of a performance development plan in agreement with the Home Support Resource Manager. • Participate in in-service education and training programmes and avail of other learning activities, as requested, to maintain/develop competence. This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities as may be determined from time to time by the designated Line Manager. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office possess: 1. Qualification (i) Certificate in Healthcare Support at QQI Level 5 OR (ii) Certificate in Health Service Skills, QQI Level 5 OR (iii) Certificate in Community Care, QQI Level 5 OR (iv) Certificate in Nursing Studies, QQI Level 5 OR (v) An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction. And The requisite knowledge and ability to enable him/her to discharge the duties of the post satisfactorily. 2. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements · Experience in a caring role in an informal/formal setting · This role will involve travel, access to suitable personal transport to allow the proper discharge of the duties of the post is a requirement for the role. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Knowledge & Experience Demonstrates: • Knowledge of the service provided in the home by Home Support Services. • Knowledge of community care services. • Knowledge of the role of the Health Care Assistant – Home Support in the community. • Knowledge of care of the older person. • Knowledge of care of persons with disabilities. • Experience of housekeeping/cooking. • Experience in a caring role in an informal/formal setting • Shows awareness for actual and potential risk in the work place • Demonstrates knowledge of health and safety procedures e.g. manual handling, PPE and infection control. • A full understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the role Teamwork Skills Demonstrates: • The ability to work on one’s own initiative as well as work with a wider multidisciplinary/multi-agency team • Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment • Motivation and an innovative approach to the job within a changing working environment Commitment to providing a Quality Service Demonstrates: • Demonstrates ability to work in a client focused environment. • Demonstrate basic management skills to maintain clean equipment and to maintain a clean and tidy environment. • Demonstrates the ability to maintain confidentiality. • Demonstrates evidence of empathy and the ability to ensure that all service users are treated with dignity and respect and ensure that the welfare of the service user is a key consideration at all times. • Demonstrates the ability to use sound practical judgement and decisiveness. • Demonstrate understanding of the service user’s diversity, cultural and ethnic needs • Demonstrates a kind, caring disposition and an understanding of the impact of stress on clients, families and carers during illness. • Motivation to fulfil the role and contribute to improving the service. • A core belief in and passion for the provision of high quality care Planning and Organising Skills Demonstrates: • An ability to plan and complete tasks allocated and to organise workload in a methodical manner • The ability to manage competing or unexpected demands and prioritise the most important task at the time. • Ability to plan and complete care allocated in the care plan and to organise workload in a methodical manner and deal with the unexpected should it arise Communication & Interpersonal Skills Demonstrates: • Excellent communication skills to engage with clients, families, carers, and colleagues and maintain the confidentiality of the service. The ability to understand and communicate effectively with clients who may have communication difficulties Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Read the CPSA Code of Practice . The reform programme outlined for the health services may impact on this role, and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Health Care Assistant (Home Support) Galway Roscommon, HSE West and Northwest Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent and part-time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 39 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 39 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents.
RUH Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Candidate
To apply for this post you must click “Apply Now” at the end of this job advertisement through the Rezoomo website using Google Chrome. Please make sure you register as a candidate on the Rezoomo website and submit a digital application form for this post. CVs will not be accepted for this campaign and application forms will not be accepted via email. For eligibility criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification and additional campaign information below. Grade Code: 2272 County: Roscommon Hse Area: HSE West and North West Staff Category: Nursing Contract Type: 1 WTE – Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: It is anticipated that interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one week’s notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role. Anne Smyth, Assistant Director of Nursing, Roscommon University Hospital. Telephone: 090 6632393 or Email: annem.smyth@hse.ie Closing Date: 12 noon on Thursday, 10th July 2025 Location Details: The initial assignment will be to Medical Assessment Unit at Roscommon University Hospital. Additional Information - Supporting you through the Recruitment Journey : There is an eLearning programme to guide and support people in applying for roles in the HSE, from the initial application through to the interview itself. The programme is available to existing HSE staff on HSeLanD by searching for ‘Getting a Job in the HSE’ and external candidates can access the modules on https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs/recruitment-process/ . Module 1 will help you recognise the main elements of HSE recruitment processes, feel confident in completing the application form in a way that puts you in the best position for getting a job, and avoid some of the common mistakes that people sometimes make in filling out an application form. Module 2 is about the interview process, providing practical ways to prepare for an interview and help manage interview anxiety. Finally, Module 3 gives you a chance to conduct an actual practice interview and evaluate it afterwards.
Metal Fabrication Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy First year apprentice required for fabrication workshop, the role includes 1) Reading drawings and cut lists 2) Cutting plate and hollow sections 3) Loading material into welding jigs 4) Cleaning fabricated material 5) Assembling final products Must have good English, safepass and manual handling training Profile of Craft The Metal Fabricator’s job includes the reading of drawings, working with materials such as low carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel and aluminium. The fabricator is involved in such industries as constructional steel, pressure vessel, tank and boiler manufacture, ship building and ship repair also general engineering. The skills required are wide and varied. They include skills such as measuring, marking out, cutting and welding materials using different processes and assembly techniques. The Metal Fabricator will spend some time outdoors and may be required to work on heights. At the end of the apprenticeship, the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following skills: Core Skills Use, care and safety on the following machines and equipment: • Guillotine • Press brake • Rolls • Ironworker • Mechanical saws • Drills • Cutting • Forming • Welding Operations involve mechanical and thermal cutting, marking, drilling,notching, bending, rolling, forming and welding using various materials Pattern development Parallel line, radial line and triangulation methods Specialist Skills • Oxy-fuel gas cutting and plasma cutting • Welding processes using: Oxy-fuel; MMA; MIG/MAG; TIG/TAG • Rolling, bending and forming various materials Generic Skills Workshop practice including: • Safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment • Marking out • Drilling • Tapping • Riveting Technical drawing: • Interpretation of first and third angle projections • Isometric, oblique and free hand sketching Personal Skills • Communications • Customer relations • Adaptability • Ability to work as a team member • Ability to work independently • Initiative • Problem solving • Planning • Information gathering • Quality systems • Safety
First Level Controller (Grade V)
About the Role Reporting to the Auditor, duties of the First Level Controller will include: • Processing and appraising expenditure claims by European Territorial Communities (ETC) Projects • Carrying out verification checks on declared expenditure, including on-the-spot checks where necessary; • Assisting with financial management. • Dealing with enquiries from approved projects and project partners and • Assisting the Auditor or other senior officers. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. The Ideal Candidate Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he/she has: • A satisfactory understanding of the Assembly’s purpose and priorities and have a knowledge of public service organisation in Ireland. • Dedication to providing quality and excellent service. • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills. • Ability to take ownership of issues/tasks and work on own initiative. • Ability to work as part of a team with strong customer service focus. • Ability to work under pressure. • Flexibility regarding working hours, with occasional unsociable hours and a willingness to travel internationally as required. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive and professional attitude. • Must be committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies; and • A current, full driving licence and have access to own car. Essential Requirements 1. Character: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. 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. 3. Education, Training, Experience, Etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or (ii) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. 4. Skills • A relevant accounting/financial qualification and/or at least 2 years relevant experience in the area of finance/audit • Experience of office organisation • Strong communication, external relations and networking skills • Computer literacy 5. Desirable Requirements Knowledge and experience of EU-funded programmes, preferably on Structural Funds and/or crossborder, transnational or inter-regional co-operation or other ETC programmes Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by the candidates: Communication & Personal Effectiveness • Have effective written and verbal skills. • Take initiative and be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manage time and workload effectively. • Maintain a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise, weighing up a range of critical factors. • Takes account of broader issues, agendas, sensitivities and related implications when making decisions. • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions. • Uses judgement to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and stands by these. • Puts forward solutions to address problems. Delivering Results • Translate the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for the area of responsibility. • Plan work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. • Implement high quality service and customer care standards. • Make decisions in a timely and well-informed manner Local Government and Regional Assembly - Knowledge & Understanding • Knowledge of the structure and functions of local government and regional assemblies. • Knowledge of EU Institutions, EU policies, Cohesion policy. • Practical understanding of economic, environmental, social and physical development issues at EU, national, regional and local level. • Knowledge of current issues and challenges affecting the Assembly and advocate practical approaches to addressing them. • Clear and realistic views of future trends and strategic direction of the regional assembly. • Understanding the role of the First Level Controller. Appointment A panel will be established for the post of First Level Controller (Grade V) which will be used to fill both permanent and temporary vacancies which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. The Regional Assembly 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 he/she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the Regional Assembly in its absolute discretion may determine, the Regional Assembly shall not appoint him/her. Duration The position is full-time and permanent, subject to one year’s probationary period. Reporting Relationship The First Level Controller will report to the Auditor of the Regional Assembly as instructed by the Assistant Director. Superannuation Persons who become pensionable officers of a Regional Assembly, who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of the State Pension Contributory). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Regional Assembly who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, Regional Assembly to contribute to the Regional Assembly at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Widows and Orphans/Spouses and Children’s Scheme All persons who become pensionable officers of a Regional Assembly are required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, 1986 to contribute to the Regional Assembly at the rate of 1.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Salary The salary is analogous to Grade V, which is currently €51,210 - €61,252 inclusive of long service increments. Travel & Subsistence Travel and subsistence costs arising in the course of official duties will be payable at Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government rates. Place of Work The HQ of the Regional Assembly is in Ballaghadereen Co. Roscommon. Probation/Performance Review Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of a Regional Assembly or Local Authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: - a) There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position on probation. b) Such period shall be one year and may be extended at the discretion of the Director. c) Such person shall cease to hold the office at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Director has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory based on the recommendation of the relevant Supervisor. d) Employment may be terminated during the probationary period should service be deemed by the Director to be unsatisfactory. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum exclusive of public and bank holidays. Working Hours The normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Regional Assembly reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time.
