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Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Clonmel, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Trainee Optical Assistant
So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. So, if you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t need to have previous experience, you just need to be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So, whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Kilkenny, we are a community driven store that actively participates with charities and community initiatives alike. What’s on Offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Trainee Optical Assistant
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Waterford, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Trainee Optical Assistant
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Ennis, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Trainee Optical Assistant
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Sligo, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Trainee Optical Assistant
So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. So, if you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t need to have previous experience, you just need to be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores. Our store Based in Bandon, our store has free parking available. What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Assistant Branch Operations Manager
Due to our growth and expansion within our motor factor network, we are looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our team at NAPA Auto Parts in. As Assistant Branch Manager your focus will be on supporting the branch manager in maximizing sales and achieving targets whilst ensuring first-class service to all our customers. The ideal candidate will already be working in the automotive industry as an Assistant Branch Manager or will be an experienced Motor Factor Parts Advisor looking for progression. Having recently entered the Irish market this an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, highly motivated automotive professionals to help establish and expand our brand in Ireland. An opportunity to be a part of our journey and share in our success as we continue to establish ourselves as a market leader in Ireland, Europe and worldwide. Responsibilities: Assist the Branch Manager with the following: • Achieve branch sales, margin and targets. • To ensure a first-class service to all our customers. • To drive the branch team focusing on great customer service and communication. • To drive the branch team to achieve sales and Promotional targets. • Manage and control branch and running costs. • Manage stock control, including stock taking and adjustments. • Manage cash handling and control of specific customer accounts. • Support the organisation’s senior management in implementing and maintaining policies and procedures. • Communication to your team, key aims and objectives. • Responsibility for the daily running of all aspects of the branch. • Responsibility for maintaining health and safety within your depot. • You must be self-driven and enjoy working as a team to achieve results. To be successful in this role:
Shop Assistant
Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Shop Assistant (Permanent Part Time - 15 hours per week) to join our Northern Ireland Retail team in Vincent's Cushendall - Belfast. The post holder will have responsibility for assisting in the day to day running of the SVP shop, maintaining standards and achieving sales through effective sales techniques and contributing to the sustainable profitability of the shop. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Education • GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths Experience • At least 2 years retail experience ideally some of which will have been gained in the community / voluntary sector. • Experience in stock control, customer service delivery, financial matters including cash reconciliation • Experience with social media and computer literate Skills • Experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be a confident communicator and have a passion for helping people. • Excellent organisation skills • A positive outlook with resilience and persistence in the face of barriers and setbacks. • An ability to display empathy, patience and a well-developed sense of humour. • A keen eye for visual merchandising and display • Self-motivated and take pride and satisfaction in your own work • Outgoing and energetic and enjoy working on your own and as part of your wider team • Excellent numerical skills • Willingness to work in a flexible manner and provide cover for the Shop Manager when required Knowledge • Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. • Commercially aware
Executive Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. Estates is responsible for the commercial, functional and operational estate, including capital development, hard and soft facilities management, student residences and commercial leases. The Estates Office is seeking to appoint an Executive Assistant to assist in the administration of a broad range of activities associated with a high volume and high profile office, reporting directly to the Director of Estates or nominee. The candidate will assist in administrative tasks and be an essential part of the Estates team, with particular emphasis on the support of operations. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: This will include: • Provide a wide range of administrative support to the operations team, such as arranging meetings and room set up, handling maintenance requests and queries, and dealing with general office enquiries (internally and externally). • Attend meetings as requested by any of the team to support office work and activities. • Planning and organising operations, including logistics. • Compiling newsletters and articles for inclusion on the Estates website and social media channels. • Providing support to the Estates team on financial administration of the office, such as maintaining financial records for projects and the office, processing and requesting invoices, and processing purchase orders. • Documentation and record-keeping, maintaining detailed records. • Communicate, engage and liaise with colleagues in Estates and staff in other administrative functions in the University to support the administrative responsibilities of the Estates Office. • Other tasks as may be directed from time to time by the Director of Estates or nominee. The ideal candidate will have: Essential • Proven excellence in interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong organisational and administrative skills, including financial administration. • Ability to work well under pressure. • Ability to work well on own initiative. • Proven ability to work constructively in a team and within a busy environment. • Excellent time management and the ability to plan and prioritise tasks and meet deadlines, with accuracy and attention to detail. • Excellent IT and Microsoft Office 365 productivity suite skills, e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, email, PowerPoint. Desirable • Digital marketing (web maintenance and editing) and events management skills. • Social media administrator experience. • Experience working in a University or similar environment. • Experience of University administrative procedures. Estates The Estates Department is one of the largest service departments in the University and is responsible for the co-ordination, delivery and management of essential services to the academic, administrative and corporate functions of both Maynooth University and St. Patrick’s College Maynooth. Services provided include grounds and buildings maintenance, cleaning, switchboard, photocopying and post, audio-visual, transport, boardroom reservations, waste management, traffic management and sustainable travel. Estates encompasses Campus and Commercial Services, Residences, Campus Development, Security, MU Events and Health and Safety. The University Maynooth University is a very distinctive university, a collegial institution focused on science and engineering, humanities and social sciences, and equally committed to research, teaching and community engagement. Located in Ireland’s only university town, its distinctive features and character owe much to its unique history and heritage. It provides a high-quality educational experience to over 17,000 students on a campus with 18th century roots and 21st century dynamism. Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts – a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly growing, research-led and engaged, yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions. We offer a range of programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level in the humanities, science and engineering and social sciences, including business, law and education, along with a range of international programmes and partnerships. The strategic trajectory and accomplishments of Maynooth University, since its establishment as an autonomous public university, are exceptional and a source of great pride to the University community, staff, students and alumni. Maynooth University ranked in the top 90 global Times Higher Education Young University rankings in 2024. Its growing global reputation is based on the originality, quality, importance and impact of its research and scholarship, commitment to teaching and learning, the quality of academic programmes, and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. The sources of success are the dedication of its staff and the energy and engagement of its students. Maynooth University’s Values Our values define who we are, what we believe in and how we act as a community. They underpin our future success and guide our expectations of ourselves and each other. Our values apply to everyone in the University community: • Integrity • Collegiality • Responsibility • Freedom of expression • Ambition Tenure This is a full-time, permanent post. Salary Executive Assistant (2026): €32,530 – €48,930 per annum (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions).
Senior Library Assistant
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of the local government library service, of current issues, future trends and strategic direction of library services and an understanding of the role of the Senior Library Assistant in this context • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills • Demonstrate the ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with customers • Have effective budget management skills • Have experience of planning/prioritising to meet targets and delegating work appropriately • Have experience of problem solving/decision making • Demonstrate openness and a willingness to adopt new ways of working and involve others in change Desirable Requirements Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall: • Possess a high level of ICT proficiency, digital and social media • Have an ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance, ethics and standards are adhered to and maintained Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. JOB DESCRIPTION Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, "The Library is the Place" (2023–2027) and the local library development plan The Kilkenny Library Development Plan 2025–2029 "Creating Vibrant and Sustainable Communities”. The Senior Library Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Kilkenny. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The role requires that employees function in a flexible manner and work effectively together as a team to deliver required outcomes or outputs. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to: • Dealing proactively and professionally with customers across a range of platforms – electronic, phone and in person • Management of information systems and ICT systems • Supervision of staff attendance and performance management • Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, managers and customers in relation to operational matters for their work area • Networking and community engagement • Contributing to publicity and promotional activities • General branch management and development • Contributing to events programming – workshops/story times/lectures • Cash and budget management • Ensuring good governance in his/her area of responsibility in respect of health and safety, child protection, data protection, business continuity and other relevant matters, in accordance with Council policies • Maintenance and review of statistical and financial records • Support the library management team/line manager in the implementation of work programmes and initiatives in delivering national and local library strategies and as required by the Council’s objectives and operational plans • Any other duties that may be assigned as part of the overall functioning of the Library Department 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. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which Permanent, Fixed Term, Specific Purpose and where applicable Acting-Up contract posts may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €36,113 minimum of the scale to €55,460 maximum of the scale inclusive of LSI’s. 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 SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013 Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions. ‘Non-New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995 Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary towards Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. PENSION ACCRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme shall apply. PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: • There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation • Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period • Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE / EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to respond to a medical questionnaire which is submitted to a qualified medical practitioner nominated by Kilkenny County Council. HOURS OF WORK The post is wholetime. The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week which equates to a 7-hour day. Five days over a six-day period at any time from Monday to Saturday, including evenings every week. The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The person appointed may be required to work outside of normal hours on occasion. Hours may be subject to change as required. The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL The holder of the post must hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement or disqualification and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: • Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy • Note business class on their personal policy • Ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates. If during your employment your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. LOCATION The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process may include: • Submission of completed applications and required supporting documents • Eligibility and shortlisting of applicants on the basis of information submitted • A competency-based interview which may be conducted face to face or remotely • Panel formation STAGE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS Applicants should complete the Application Form online via the advert link or through the www.kilkennycoco.ie link. Applicants are required to submit their applications electronically, along with the required documentation. Applicants should retain a copy of their Application Form for their own personal reference. Once fully completed applications supported by the prescribed evidentiary proof of meeting minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements are submitted, this information cannot be amended. When completing the employment history section on the Application Form please ensure all periods of employment and unemployment are recorded and accounted for. The submission of photo identification is an essential requirement and can include one of the following forms of ID only: Passport, Drivers Licence, Public Service Card or Safe Pass. STAGE – ELIGIBILITY & SHORTLISTING OF APPLICATIONS Kilkenny County Council will conduct a preliminary verification of eligibility of applicants. This will comprise both the minimum requirements as outlined and the mandatory documentation specified for the competition. The decision of Kilkenny County Council as to the applicant meeting the eligibility criteria is final. Kilkenny County Council may decide, due to the number of applicants, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. This may involve a desktop analysis of applications and/or a shortlisting interview. Shortlisting may be based on eligibility criteria, qualifications, relevant experience, competencies and other relevant information submitted on the Application Form. Kilkenny County Council reserves its right to shortlist applicants in the manner it deems most appropriate.
