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Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading Care Providers. We provide Residential, Supported Living, Day Services and Community Outreach Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support requirements. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. #Nua1 Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a part time/ Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis:
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. #Nua1 Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a part time/ Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis:
Sales Assistant
Description Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. Maxi Zoo Ireland are currently recruiting for a Part Time Sales Assistant for our Bray store. Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring:
Supervisor
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are recruiting for a Supervisor to join our Naas store . Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · Certified with Great Place to work · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: What you will do: · Customer Engagement- Enrich customers' experiences with personalised advice and uphold a welcoming, tidy store atmosphere. · Merchandising and Inventory- Curate an enticing shopping experience by ensuring shelves stocked with full product availability to minimise inventory discrepancies and maintain high inventory quality · Team Champion- Collaborate closely with the Store Manager, inspire and guide the sales team as a trusted keyholder by sharing your product knowledge, fostering a culture of support and open communication. · Band Integrity - Achieve targets keeping the pets needs at the forefront of everything we do.
Store Manager
Description Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. We are currently recruiting for a Store Manager for our Waterford store. The Store Manager is a leader who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of their store, making sure it runs smoothly and effectively. The Store Manager reports to the District Manager, and together they provide a smooth and profitable operation by driving revenue and managing costs while creating a culture based on the highest quality pet care and exceptional customer service. Why join us? · Competitive Salary · KPI related bonus · Certified with Great Place to work · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational Opportunities · Annual leave - starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Proven successful experience as a retail Store Manager · Proven track record in achieving KPI’s · Powerful leadership skills and business acumen · Strong customer service and organisational skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills What you will do: · Operational Store Excellence - Ensure adherence to store processes and guidelines. Optimise efficiency, streamline processes, and drive informed decision-making for enhanced store performance. · Operational Store Analytics – Achieve company KPI’s, Cash & Stock Management Audit, management of store personnel costs and sales performance. · Leadership - Empower your team's growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect. · Merchandise and Inventory - Ensure impeccable product availability, planogram implementation and ensuring accurate inventory management. · Customer Engagement - Driving customer engagement by leading by example and ensuring the entire team provides exemplary service · Brand Integrity - Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first.
Dog Groomer
Description Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are seeking a full-time qualified Groomer for our Killarney Store Start your career in grooming as a Groomer! As a Groomer in our Grooming Salon, you’ll have the opportunity to build personal relationships with your customers and their pets each time they visit and truly become a part of their family. You’ll get to know their pets’ styles and personalities to create a customized, stylish experience just for them! From that first shampoo to that final strut home, you’ll take pride in the services you provide Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · KPI Related bonus · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays. · Refer a friend scheme · State of the art grooming salon and full grooming equpiment · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Fully flexible across 5 days, it is a full time role which includes weekends · Previous hands on experience in grooming salon and/or QQI Level 6 Dog Grooming/City & Guilds · Proficient in all aspects of grooming and clipping all dog breeds to a high standard. · Professional attitude that can communicate effectively with all salon customers and the wider grooming team to build trust and rapport with pet parents. · Time management: Independently prioritise and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. · A passion for Animals: Interest in grooming/animal care. Are comfortable/confident around all breeds of dogs (large and small) and treats all furry visitors to the salon as they would their own pet. · Personal development: Drives their own development within the salon, is reliable, asks questions, uses time effectively to learn from the qualified groomer in the salon. Sees a long term career in grooming. What you will do: · Consultation - Communicating effectively with pet owners and providing advice and recommendations of the related product assortment. · Customer Engagement - Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate reliability and professionalism by consistently delivering high standard grooms. · Follow-Up and Follow-Through - Follow up with customers after their grooming appointments to ensure satisfaction and address any feedback or concerns promptly. · Sanitization and Cleanliness - Maintaining a clean and organized grooming area, including disinfecting equipment, washing towels and grooming tools, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for dogs and staff. · Product Knowledge – Promote Grooming Services and provide expert advice on products.
Early Years Specialist
Role Requirement 1 Supporting Access and Inclusion
Recruitment & Workforce Operations Co-Ordinator
Role Requirements Recruitment & Workforce Operations Leadership
Administrative Officer
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. Our greatest impact on society is through inspiring and educating creative, inquisitive and critically engaged minds. We have a reputation for authentic, strengths-based access initiatives, supporting participation, engagement, and progression for all students. We are seeking an Administrative Officer who will report directly to the Head of Access Operations and who will lead and manage the administrative services and operations of the Maynooth University Access Programme (MAP). This is a senior role responsible for overseeing a large and complex administrative function that underpins the delivery of student supports and programmes across MAP. The role involves leading the day-to-day operations of the programme, including managing the Student Financial Support and Operations team, overseeing systems and processes, and ensuring the effective delivery of student financial supports and related services. The postholder will also play a key role in developing and improving administrative systems and procedures, ensuring alignment with University processes and supporting both operational efficiency and strategic objectives. The MAP Administrative Officer will lead the Student Financial Supports and Operations team, implementing an integrated and coordinated approach to administrative delivery. This will strengthen the consistency, efficiency, and quality of services, while providing clear leadership to the team and fostering a strong, collaborative team culture with a focus on ongoing professional development. The ideal candidate will have significant senior administrative experience and will demonstrate management and leadership capacity, along with a proven track record in developing and implementing effective administrative systems, policies, and processes, and building high-performing teams. They will have excellent organisational, systems development, interpersonal, and communication skills. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: Manage Team Lead and coordinate the Student Financial Support and Operations team in the Maynooth University Access Programme (MAP), managing all MAP administrative policies, processes, systems, and activities. Provide leadership to the team and manage their ongoing performance and development, providing regular feedback and support, supporting all administrative staff in reaching, and maintaining, a high level of performance. Develop Systems Design, lead and implement service enhancements to administrative policy, processes, and systems, to address risk, maximise service quality, efficiency, and continuity in MAP. Identify gaps and lead the development of improved IT systems and processes (e.g., related to office administration, student interactions, student communications, student financial support and reporting). Manage agreed change implementation processes/initiatives on an ongoing basis, using data for planning and evaluation. Financial Management & Reporting Manage MAP budgetary processes, under the direction of, and in consultation with, the Head of Access Operations, supporting the administration of financial, accounting, auditing, and reporting systems within MAP, identifying and managing risk and compliance, and managing external and internal funding streams (e.g., MAP core funding, Fund for Students with Disabilities (FSD), Student Assistance Fund, PATH 1, PATH 2 and PATH 3 funding). Lead the development, budgetary management, and operational delivery of student financial supports (e.g., SAF, FSD, PATH 2 1916 Bursaries, Disability Scholarships, University of Sanctuary Scholarships). Lead the preparation and submission of institutional returns (e.g., HEA, FSD, PATH, institutional and national data returns, associated European reporting requirements) ensuring compliance and meeting funder requirements. Lead relevant tendering and approval processes ensuring procurement process and risk management compliance. Manage student supports/events Lead the development, management, and operational delivery of student support processes, systems, and events (e.g., Educational Support Worker service providers, outreach activities, Launchpad orientation programme, Shadowing, MAP Ambassador and MAP Academic Advisors Programmes) coordinating, monitoring, and reporting regularly on service provision. Initiate and lead changes/new developments in response to MAP, University, or external agency policies/initiatives. Data and Reporting Develop and maintain a MAP record management system to manage the integrated administration of student records (e.g., CAO downloads, PAC postgraduate acceptances, ITS coding, student files and folders) addressing issues of GDPR compliance, retention, and archiving. Develop a systematic and consistent approach to administrative activity analysis and reporting including the collation and collection of data, identification of themes and implementation of any necessary changes to improve the overall functions. Analyse and interpret information and contribute to the production of reports to facilitate operational and strategic development within MAP and University. Communications Support MAP communications strategy by developing and managing communications content, developing processes and systems to communicate and engage with key stakeholders. Coordinate the ongoing maintenance and updating of the MAP website content and social media channels. The ideal candidate will have: Essential A relevant third level qualification. Five years relevant experience leading, managing, and developing administrative policy, procedures, and systems. Excellent IT skills and experience with IT systems that can inform the development of administrative planning and implementation. Excellent financial administration and budget management skills that can inform financial management and reporting. Excellent organisational skills to identify critical tasks and prioritise and organise resources to support achievable operational objectives with the ability to manage a large portfolio of work that balances development with effective operations. A proactive approach, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, the confidence and ability to work on own initiative, analysing problems, and identifying and reviewing possible solutions to recommend a course of action for agreement with the Head of Operations. Experience of the collection of data, reporting on themes and implementation of change based on data analysis. Experience of managing and developing teams, fostering positive working relationships, motivating staff, and providing quality feedback, and developing teams to reach their potential. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and persuasively to relevant audiences inside and outside the university. Excellent presentation skills with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to foster strong relationships and networks with diverse student and stakeholder groups. Excellent written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to write clear and concise documents and present accurate data for informed decision making. An adaptable and flexible approach to adjusting priorities in a constantly changing environment, working occasionally outside standard office hours. Desirable A relevant post graduate qualification. A qualification in financial management. Extensive knowledge of the higher education landscape – courses, assessments, rules, processes, and practices. Salary Administrative Officer I (2025): €59,812 - €85,339 (9 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). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements.
