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Job Ref: 26-040-NSW-CROFT-WEB Job Role: Support Worker Salary: £12.60 per hour Contract: Permanent Location: Croft Communities, 71 Bloomfield Rd, Bangor, BT20 4UR Hours: 24 and 36 hour contracts available Flexibility is required to ensure the needs of the service are met. Support Workers must be available to work unsociable hours and on public holidays on a rotational basis. Working Pattern can be discussed. The Service: Croft Communities provide residential support to adults with learning disabilities. The Support Worker is part of the Croft Communities team and the main purpose of their role is to provide care and support to service users with a learning disability to enable them to live happy and fulfilled lives reaching their full potential within their local community. Mayne House is a residential service in Bangor, Co Down. Mayne House is registered with RQIA to provide residential care to 9 service users with learning disability. The service provides 24 hour tailored care. Croft Lodge is a seven bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. The Role: The role of Support Worker always requires a team approach with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. This includes: Assist service users with activities of daily living and facilitate inclusion of service users in a broad range of activities. Support service users with identified personal care and support needs. Support Workers are required to work flexibly and be available to work unsociable hours and public holidays on a rotational basis. Benefits: Essential Criteria: A minimum of 6 months caring experience (paid employment or personal caring responsibilities). Effective verbal and written communication to include numeracy skills. Interest in working with people in a care environment. Awareness of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities. Apply online at: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: 02nd March 2026 at 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Sales Manager
SHIFTS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR: 38hrs p/w; Sun 10:45 - 18:15; Mon 09:15 - 18:00; Tue 09:15 - 18:00; Wed 09:15 - 18:00; Fri 12:45 - 21:00 To be a successful Sales Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to prioritise outstanding customer service and achieve performance targets. Every day will be varied, fast paced, challenging but ultimately rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do so your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a team will be crucial to your success. You can count on us to invest in your personal development from day one. Flexible working options are available. About the Role: To be a successful Sales Manager you will: Support the Store management team across all product areas, back of house and running the store when needed Manage a team to deliver amazing service and accurate stock processes in an environment which is commercial, operationally efficient, safe and where targets are met Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring your team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do Demonstrate a hands-on approach for all commercial and operational activities by working alongside the team Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs We’ll offer amazing benefits (see list further below) About You: You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires and motivate others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers A team player who works at their best in a results driven, fast paced and challenging environment. You have the ability to adapt to change quickly, bringing the rest of the team on board with the new objectives A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others Able to demonstrate the ability to problem solve, make sound business decisions, confidently challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward Confident when dealing with people issues An effective multi tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload What’s Next Press the apply button now to start your application. Once you have applied for the job, we will initially consider your skills and experience based on your application. If you match our criteria we will be in touch to arrange a Telephone or Video Interview to find out more about your job history and more about you as a person. The next stage would be an in store assessment. In order to apply for this position you must not have had an unsuccessful application for a similar role in 6 months. Benefits Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT) 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty 60% off a generous (optional) working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes to wear for work Early VIP access to sale stock Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform Free health and wellbeing services Life assurance You can register for a discounted health plan for you and your family Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
Retained Firefighters
JOB REQUIREMENTS PLEASE NOTE: • FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION. • APPLICANTS SHOULD SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THEIR EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. • APPLICANTS WITH NON-IRISH QUALIFICATIONS CAN AVAIL OF THE ON-LINE RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDED BY QUALITY AND QUALIFICATIONS IRELAND (QQI) AND MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF SAME WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS. • FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED). Minimum Eligibility Requirements QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER A Firefighter must be of good character and shall not at any time bring the County Council into disrepute. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. AGE A Firefighter must be not less than 18 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. EDUCATION Firefighters must have attained a satisfactory level of education to enable them to perform satisfactorily as a Firefighter and to successfully undergo the appropriate training. HEALTH A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Each applicant must be free from any defect or disease which would render him/her unsuitable to hold the office. An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. DRIVERS LICENCE A recruit Firefighter shall possess a valid full current Category B Driving Licence at the time of applying for the post and ideally a Category C Driving Licence for HGV with up to eight passengers. All newly appointed Retained Firefighters will be required to attain a Category C Driving Licence. Firefighters will co-operate with further Driver Training and will be required to drive fire service vehicles, if operationally needed. Failure to attain a Category C licence, within the probationary year, may result in termination of employment. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform the County Council, and it shall be dealt with through the Council’s disciplinary procedure and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. GARDA VETTING The successful candidate will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate (or any subsequent amendments to the legislation mentioned) in advance of appointment and on a periodic basis thereafter for the duration of their employment. RESIDENCE Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 8 minutes travel time from the designated Fire Station (based on GPS navigation planner e.g. Google maps or similar as determined by Kilkenny County Council) to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. The Council retains the right to request further evidence, if required on the information supplied, for the purpose of verification of place of residence and location of employment. A Firefighter shall notify the County Council in writing of any subsequent changes of residence or place of employment. A change of residence or place of employment that would place the Firefighter outside these limits will mean automatic termination of employment. The Council will check this prior to appointment and at periodic intervals after appointment. OTHER EMPLOYMENT Written evidence must be provided from the employer as to availability prior to appointment, and the County Council in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability as so provided is acceptable. If the Firefighter's primary employer subsequently changes their conditions of employment and does not allow the Firefighter to attend fire calls or drills during working hours, employment will be terminated. Self-employed must also provide written evidence as to availability prior to appointment. Such written evidence must cover a candidate's availability for initial training and for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES OF THE ROLE SHALL INCLUDE: A Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. Firefighters shall be available and capable at all times when required for attendance at fires or other incident types. Each Firefighter who attends for Fire Brigade service must be prepared to accept the work entailed and to fulfil to the best of their ability their duty as a Firefighter in the saving of life, saving of property and the fighting of fires or other such emergencies. Every Firefighter must comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters. Firefighters who are on standby during fires or other incidents shall remain at the Station and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Station Officer from time to time during the callout. When required a Firefighter will substitute for any other Firefighter absent through sickness, annual leave or any other reason. Firefighters shall ensure that the Fire Station is kept clean and tidy at all times. Firefighting equipment shall be kept clean, inspected, tested and maintained properly and stowed away in a safe manner. Firefighters are required to adhere to and co-operate with all National and Local Agreements pertaining to the Fire Services. Firefighters will be required to attend Training Courses as directed. Firefighters must undertake driving duties as required. Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. Firefighters shall be responsible for items of personal equipment issued to him/her in connection with his/her employment. Each Firefighter shall carry a Fire Brigade pocket alerter at all times and it shall be his/her responsibility to ensure that it is kept in proper working order. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which relevant vacancies may be filled. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Employment The employment is part-time and pensionable. The initial employment will be for a probationary period of one year (and may be extended if required). Retirement A Firefighter shall retire upon attaining age of 55 years, or where the Firefighter wishes to serve beyond that age and the fire authority who employs him or her is satisfied that he or she is medically fit to continue to serve as a Firefighter upon attaining that age but not beyond attaining the age of 62 years. A retained Firefighter shall retire upon attaining the age of 55 years (minimum retirement age). Where they wish to serve beyond that age, and the employing fire authority is satisfied that the retained Firefighter is declared medically fit to do so, having undergone the appropriate annual medical assessment, the retained Firefighter may continue to serve upon attaining age 55, but not beyond attaining the age of 62 years (62nd birthday). Where a retained Firefighter is declared not to be medically fit to continue to serve as a Firefighter, they shall retire. Retained Firefighters are therefore required to make an application for an extension to be made to their existing contract of employment, six months in advance of their next birthday, in each year an extension sought. Any significant change in a Firefighter’s medical condition during the extended period must be notified to the employer. Health A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Medical Examination Before recruitment, in order to ascertain the health of a candidate, successful applicants shall undergo such medical examinations (which may include x-ray and/or other special tests) as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. The candidate must comply, at their own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council consider necessary. An Operational Firefighter shall agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters in operation by Kilkenny County Council, and at any time, if requested by the County Council, undergo such medical examinations by medical examiners as nominated by the County Council, and attend medical examinations in accordance with the frequency set down in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters as issued by the LGMA to Local Authorities. Any defects discovered pertaining to a medical examination will not be remedied at the County Council's expense. Retention as an operational Firefighter will depend upon receipt of satisfactory reports by medical examiners and to the general condition above as to health. On reaching 55 years of age or sooner, if found to be medically unfit, a Firefighter shall cease to be a Firefighter. An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. Probation Before appointment as a Firefighter, a recruit shall attend and successfully complete the three-week Firefighter Skills Training Course. Recruit Firefighters will be required to undergo and successfully complete the following recruit training programmes during their probationary period: a three-week Recruit Firefighting Skills Course including manual handling, a two-week Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers' Course, attainment of a HGV “C” Driving Licence, a one-week Breathing Apparatus Compartment Fire Behaviour Course, and any other course that the County Council may consider necessary. Training Fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €26.04. Failure to successfully complete all of the above courses will result in the termination of the Firefighter’s employment as the recruit Firefighter has failed in achieving the appropriate competency to undertake the role. Some or all of the above courses will be held at a training facility, which may or may not be situated locally. From the date of commencement as a recruit Firefighter, there shall be a period of 12 months during which the recruit Firefighter shall be on probation. During this time the recruit Firefighter shall be continually assessed to determine his/her suitability for continued employment. Such period of 12 months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The recruit shall not become a permanent Firefighter at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that the Firefighter has been satisfactory in all respects. Remuneration A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire and Drill Fees and Retainer Fees and in accordance with any national agreements for retained Firefighters. Payment of fees is currently made fortnightly. RETAINER ALLOWANCE €16,852.00 - €20,251.00 per year Annual Leave The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 shall apply. A Firefighter’s annual leave entitlement will be calculated in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and S.I. 473 of 2001 Regulations. A Firefighter is entitled to a maximum of 4 working weeks i.e. 28 days. Payment for annual leave will be 8% of earnings inclusive of community fire safety, station duties, drill hours, training hours and average of calls in previous 52 weeks. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the terms of the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Kilkenny County Council. In cases of Annual Leave, advance notice must be given to the Station Officer or in their absence, to the Sub-Officer in advance of the first day of Annual Leave. Approval of annual leave will be subject to minimum crewing levels being maintained at station level. Each Firefighter must use their leave sheet or other means to record such annual leave absences. The provision of annual leave will be on the basis of 50% of annual leave on periods which the Firefighter is rostered on and 50% of periods which the Firefighter is rostered off for attendance at calls. Safety Health and Welfare Kilkenny County Council acknowledges its role in protecting the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. The County Council is committed to implementing and maintaining a programme that ensures, where possible, that all risks and hazards are eliminated or controlled to an acceptable level. The County Council will implement safe systems of work and methods to protect the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. A Firefighter shall comply with Section 13 of the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, and shall familiarise themselves and cooperate with the terms of Kilkenny County Council’s safety management system and associated Policies, Procedures and Guidance. Learning and Development It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. In addition, there are many opportunities for further professional and personal development. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the requirements of the Kilkenny Fire Service Training Policy, Annual Training Programme and Drill Night Programme. A Firefighter must attend other relevant courses run by the Fire Authority or the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management. A Firefighter shall attend and participate in drills and shall undergo from time to time, courses and further training as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The County Council shall decide the location or locations of the training. Adequate advance notice shall be given to Firefighters. This training may include ongoing assessments as deemed appropriate. Attendance at drills and training will be required whether the Firefighter is rostered on or off, unless on approved leave. A Firefighter shall be expected to acquire a level of training and knowledge as to enable them to interchange with and act as substitute for all personnel at operational level in the fire service of the County Council. Training Fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €26.04. Attendance at Drills and Incidents There is an obligation on Firefighters to attend at alert or fire calls and at drills. This is the basis on which a retainer is paid. The onus on arranging to receive an alert or fire call shall rest with the Firefighter. Notwithstanding any other disciplinary action that the County Council may apply, failure to attend or participate in 85% of all drills in any quarter of a year, without good reason, will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. In the case of an alert or fire call the Firefighter shall attend all calls within their Rostered-On duty Period (24 Weeks per annum). Firefighters who attend calls will be remunerated as per the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Kilkenny County Council. Where the Chief Fire Officer considers that a Firefighter is not fulfilling the above attendance standards which he or she considers reasonable in all the circumstances, the Chief Fire Officer will consider the matter of attendance under the Council’s disciplinary policy. Subsequent continuing failure to meet the above attendance standards, without good reason, shall be dealt with through the disciplinary procedure, and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. Absences A Firefighter will be required to comply with the terms of the crew management arrangements for retained Firefighters and the Attendance Management Policy as operated by Kilkenny County Council. Sick Leave If absent on sick leave, the Firefighter must immediately inform his or her Station Officer or Sub Officer. Where a Firefighter is absent due to sickness for three or more consecutive days, they shall submit a sick leave certificate to the Council from a medical doctor. The medical certificate must be signed and state the medical practitioner’s Medical Council registration number, and fitness for work as a Firefighter or otherwise. In general, medical certificates are required to be submitted on a weekly basis in cases of absences extending beyond one week. Depending on the nature of the absence, a medical certificate of fitness and or independent medical review may be required prior to a Firefighter resuming operational duties following a period of sick leave absence, having regard to the nature of the illness or injury and or length of absence at the absolute discretion of the County Council. A Return to Work Form must be completed with the Line Manager when a Firefighter returns to work after any period of sick leave. Arrangements for payment during sick leave will be made in accordance with the relevant Public Service Sick Leave Scheme in place, which may be reviewed from time to time. Clothing and Equipment Personal Protective Equipment relevant to the role of the Firefighter shall be issued and replaced as required by Kilkenny Fire Service. Each Firefighter on appointment shall be issued with appropriate clothing and equipment. While on duty a Firefighter shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and same should be left in the fire station immediately after cessation of duty. The above Personal Protective Equipment and equipment shall be stored in the Fire Station and the Firefighter shall respond to the Fire Station to change into their fire kit. Each Firefighter shall be responsible for their issue of clothing and items lost or damaged due to the Firefighter's fault shall be replaced at the Firefighter's expense, by deduction of the cost from fees due to them. Each Firefighter on appointment shall also be issued with an alerter by the Council. The Firefighter shall carry the alerter at all times when on duty and shall not give it to any other person. They must maintain the alerter in good working condition and shall report any defects to the Station Officer or Sub Officer. The alerter is the responsibility of each Firefighter. The cost of repair of any damage to or replacement cost in the event of the loss of the alerter will be borne by the Firefighter. A Firefighter shall return to the Council on request, and in any event upon the termination of employment, all property and equipment belonging to the Council which are in their possession or under their control. Public Service Pension Scheme Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all new entrant Retained Firefighters who commence employment on or after 1 January 2013. The provisions of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will apply in the case of Retained Firefighters, with the exception of minimum pension age, as an earlier pension age is applicable to those employed in the retained fire service. Circular letters S. 6/2013 and S. 6/2013 amended apply.
Healthy County Coordinator
The Role Leitrim County Council invites applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Healthy County Coordinator. The Healthy County Coordinator is an Administrative Officer grade post. The Coordinator will be assigned functional responsibility for the management of the Leitrim Healthy Ireland Programme area. The Coordinator is the primary point of contact and liaison with other sections in relation to all operational matters for the Healthy Ireland Programme for which they are responsible, as well as other assigned duties or functions, depending on the organisational arrangements in place. The post holder will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade or other officer designated by the Chief Executive or Director of Services as appropriate. The Coordinator is responsible for management of the day to day operations of the relevant programme and is a contributor to the strategic and policy making decisions of the local authority. They will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of policies and strategies and to work closely with the elected councillors, Oireachtas members and senior managers in delivering services to the highest standard. The post holder may represent the Local Authority on committees and at meetings, including, for example, Municipal District meetings and Strategic Policy Committee meetings, and may be asked to report on progress in their respective section or department. The post holder will be expected to support the operations of the elected Council, the Strategic Policy Committees, Local Community Development Committee and Healthy Ireland Sub Committee, Municipal Districts and other Council structures. The job description below outlines the requirements for the position, which operates within a multi level governance environment from municipal district and community level to national and European Union levels. The post holder will be responsible for coordinating, influencing and aligning activity across political, managerial, sectoral and community domains, working at local, municipal district, plenary, regional, national and European levels. The position requires professionals with the ability to coordinate, influence and lead cross sectoral and community initiatives that address health inequalities, promote prevention and build resilient, inclusive places within their designated Local Authority. The role will support the delivery of the emerging outcomes framework for Healthy Ireland in 2026 and the World Health Organization European Healthy Cities Network Phase Eight objectives at local and regional levels. The role prioritises actions to improve the wider determinants of health through local government’s statutory and developmental responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on empowering communities, research and innovation, intersectoral collaboration, data management and evidence informed decision making. While this is not a conventional Administrative Officer position, the post holder should be aware that, should the need for the role cease to exist, they can be moved or reassigned within the local authority on a grade equivalent basis. The Duties The Healthy County Coordinator will perform such duties as may be assigned from time to time, which will involve the facilitation, implementation and promotion of the policies and objectives of Leitrim County Council for the advancement of the Healthy Cities and Counties Programme. The duties of the post of the Healthy County Coordinator may include, but will not be limited to, the following: • Work intensively with communities of interest and place to co design, develop and implement locally tailored wellbeing initiatives • Apply principles of empowerment, participation, social justice and equality in all aspects of planning and delivery • Work with relevant Healthy Ireland partners to ensure integrated and improved delivery of health and wellbeing initiatives and support programmes • Use and gather relevant local datasets to target communities experiencing the greatest health inequities and build evidence case for resource allocation or intervention • Develop a five year Healthy Cities and Counties Work Programme based on local need and priorities, established from innovative and participatory community engagement and needs assessment exercises, with Annual Action Plans comprising of Healthy Ireland Fund or similar funding to action local priorities • Participate in Regional Healthy Ireland Coordinator Cluster and National Network fora • Map, align and leverage local authority activities that influence the wider determinants of health and include them within relevant Healthy Ireland data gathering exercises • Advise elected members and senior executives on relevant policies and programmes related to health, equality and wellbeing and deliver relevant upskilling and enabling opportunities • Facilitate Local Authority wide or Regional Health and Wellbeing Networks and support the development of local wellbeing forums and wellbeing leadership initiatives within communities • Work confidently and sensitively with elected representatives, senior executives and cross sectoral leaders to address determinants of health activity within the local authority • Act as a catalyst and connector across directorates and sections such as planning, transport, housing, environment and community to align activity with health and wellbeing objectives • Champion whole system, place based, preventative approaches to health and wellbeing, working across local authority directorates and with external partners to create enabling environments that foster wellbeing for all • Explore resource mechanisms across all Government Departments and at European Union level to address local community priorities • Leverage research, data, innovation and World Health Organization and European Union collaboration to encourage local government leadership in improving health and wellbeing outcomes • Develop or contribute to funding bids where appropriate in conjunction with communities to resource local priority initiatives • Capacity to influence, align and coordinate across internal directorates and external stakeholders and demonstrate partnership management and stakeholder engagement skills for example coordination of Sláintecare Healthy Communities Local Implementation Team • Use local data, research and evidence to shape decisions and measure outcomes • Represent the Local Authority in regional and national networks and participate in international platforms such as the World Health Organization European Healthy Cities Network • Drive whole of local government, whole of community and whole of place approaches to wellbeing, focusing on the social, economic, environmental and cultural determinants of health • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Local Authority. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours. The Qualifications Character Candidates shall be of good character, with a friendly, open and outgoing disposition. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom; or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. A non European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of a European Economic Area or United Kingdom or Swiss citizen and has a stamp four visa; or v. 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 four visa; or vi. A non European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, a European Economic Area member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a stamp four visa Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, have: a) A third level degree National Framework of Qualifications Level eight or higher in a relevant field such as community or sports development, youth work, social sciences, public health, social policy, public administration, planning or related discipline b) A minimum of two years relevant experience in any of the following: • Local government, public sector or similar roles involving strategic planning, project coordination or community engagement • Work with disadvantaged communities or target populations to address social exclusion or inequality • Cross sectoral coordination or partnership development • Policy development, research or evaluation related to the determinants of health • Operating effectively within political, community and policy making environments, demonstrating ability to work across boundaries of role, sector and geography • Project management and delivery, budgeting and performance monitoring experience Notes • Candidates must submit a copy of educational qualifications meeting the requirements of section four a above with their application • Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further • Non Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Foreign language qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have • Knowledge and understanding of Sláintecare Reform and Healthy Ireland Outcomes Framework • Experience of building, managing and nurturing partnerships and relationships across a wide range of key stakeholders • An understanding and or experience of local government structures and political environment • Facilitation and group work skills • Understanding of those who experience health inequalities • Experience of report writing, strategic planning and funding application processes • Effective communication skills • Excellent information technology and administration skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Experience in managing budgets and finances and experience with processing payments • An understanding and or experience in gathering qualitative and quantitative data, analysis, research and evaluation to policy and practice • Appreciation of use of social media and varied communication platforms • Understanding of multi level governance and or experience of working across local, regional, national and European contexts The Principal Terms and Conditions The post is whole time, permanent and pensionable and will be based in Leitrim County Council Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. A panel will be formed from which Healthy County Coordinator vacancies arising during the lifetime of the panel, twelve months, may be filled. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub paragraph a of this paragraph Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an administrative, supervisory and advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority. The duties will include, but will not be limited to, the duties set out under the Duties Section above. Salary The salary scale for the position of Healthy County Coordinator Administrative Officer Analogous will be within the range scale effective from first February 2026: €60,611 - €62,095 - €63,826 - €65,563 - €67,300 - €68,852 - €70,442 - €71,982 - €73,518 - €76,149 LSI1 - €78,795 LSI2 Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies other than his or her inclusive salary payable to or received by him or her by virtue of the post or in respect of any services which he or she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s Offices, or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. The holder of the post will be based in Leitrim County Council Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, reassign an employee to any Department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any base or to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. Where a person is permanently appointed to Leitrim County Council the following provisions shall apply: a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation b) Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may, at his or her discretion, extend such period c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he or she is appointed to a permanent position, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. Annual leave year runs from first January to thirty first December. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. The nature of the role will require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including evenings and or weekends, as necessary. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations 2001. Superannuation All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after first January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5 percent of net pensionable remuneration plus 3 percent of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career average pay. Pensions will be coordinated with the State Pension Contributory Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government Superannuation Consolidation Scheme 1998 and are liable to pay the Class A rate of Pay Related Social Insurance contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5 percent of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5 percent of net pensionable remuneration, that is pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children. You will also be required in respect of the Local Government Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5 percent of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of Pay Related Social Insurance contribution will be required in respect of his or her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5 percent of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children or Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5 percent of pensionable remuneration. Retirement Age The Single Public Service Pension Scheme as provided by the Public Service Pensions Single Scheme and Other Provisions Act 2012 commenced with effect from first January 2013. The Act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after first January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In accordance with Circular Letter 24 2020 Single Pension Scheme Members normal retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension Contributory. Compulsory retirement age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2004, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years. The Public Service Superannuation Age of Retirement Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre 2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to, or in receipt of, a pension from the Civil or Public Service, or where a Civil or Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re employment, that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions Single Scheme and Other Provisions Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department, Office or Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.
Retained Firefighters
CHARACTER: Each candidate must be of good character. The County Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition. AGE: A Retained Fire-fighter must be not less than 18 and must be under 55 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to Laois County Council as proof of age. RETIREMENT : On reaching 55 years of age, or sooner if found medically or physically unfit to continue, a part-time Fire-fighter shall be required to retire. However, such Fire-fighter have the option to continue working up to age 60 subject to compulsory annual medical assessment measured against agreed standards. PROBATION: From the date of commencement as part-time Fire-fighter there shall be a period of ten months during which he/she shall be on probation. During this period he/she shall be required, when requested by the Chief Fire Officer, to undergo and successfully complete a Recruits Induction Course and a Breathing apparatus Wearers Course. Such period of ten months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The part-time Fire-fighter shall cease to be employed at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that he/she has been satisfactory in all respects. You will also be required to undergo Heavy Goods Vehicle driver training (Class C licence) & successfully pass the appropriate driving test. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Eyesight levels should be uncorrected visual acuity of 6/9, 6/12 or better. (Candidates should check with an optician to ascertain if eligible to avoid unnecessary interviews and expense prior to applying for the position) MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Before recruitment a candidate must undergo and pass health and fitness testsin accordance with “An Occupational Health System for members of the retained Fire Service as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005, in order to qualify for the post. (Refer to enclosed Firefighter Selection Tests). During the period of employment the person appointed must participate in the Occupational Health Systems as laid down in “An Occupation Health system for members of the Retained Fire Service” as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005. He/she will co-operate with Laois County Council in arrangements to this end. A Firefighter who, in the opinion of the Medical Advisor conducting the Occupational Health system, is unsuitable for operational duties as a Firefighter will be required to resign. EDUCATION AND SUITABILITY: A candidate must have attained a suitable level of education to enable him/her to undergo successfully the appropriate training and to perform satisfactorily as a part-time Firefighter. DRIVING LICENCE: On date of appointment the successful candidate must hold a full clean driving licence in respect of Category B Vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence on the latest date for the receipt of completed applications. Candidates are also required prior to appointment to procure and maintain a Class C learner permit . In addition, the successful candidate must have access to a car as he/she may be required to travel to training courses in the course of his/her duties. DRILLS AND FURTHER TRAINING: A part-time Firefighter shall attend and participate in drills and shall undergo from time to time courses and further training, including Breathing Apparatus Training, minimum of 2 weeks, as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The location(s) of the training shall be decided by the County Council. Drills shall be held at such frequency as decided by the County Council in its absolute discretion. Adequate advance notice shall be given to Firefighters. RESIDENCE: (a) The residence and place of normal work of each part-time Firefighter shall be within a distance from the Fire Station, acceptable to the Fire Authority. (As a rough guide a maximum distance of 1½ miles from the Fire Station). If at any time his/her availability is affected by change of work or any other reasons, he/she will be required to resign. (b) A part-time Firefighter shall be required to report for duty to the fire station in its present location or in the event of change of location, to such new locations that may be decided by the Fire Authority. Changes in the location of a fire station will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. AVAILABILITY: Written evidence from the employer as to availability must be provided and the County Council, in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability as so evidenced is acceptable. Self-employed must also provide written evidence as to availability. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability on recruitment for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the part-time Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. If the County Council deems a part-time Firefighter’s attendance to be unsatisfactory, it may terminate his/her service. RECRUITMENT : 1. Applicants will be required to attend for interview at their own expense . 2. Candidates will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy test as part of the recruitment process. 3. The interview board will recommend a panel of suitable applicants and further vacancies may be filled from the panel. 4. Applicants will be required to undergo Garda Vetting procedure DUTIES: (a) Each part-time Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays etc, at such times and for such periods as required by the Authority. (b) Each part-time Firefighter shall operate in accordance with such rostering arrangements as exist, or as may be arranged by the Fire Authority, from time to time, and shall attend with due promptness fire and other calls, emergencies and duties in any part of County Laois and in the area of any other Fire Authority as required by the County Council. Firefighters may be contacted via smart phone and shall participate in any online crew availability systems adopted by the Fire Authority. (c) A part-time Firefighter, as and when required, shall perform such duties as are assigned to him/her from time to time. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other calls shall at the discretion of the County Council, result in termination of service. CLOTHING ETC . While on duty, part-time Firefighter shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and such clothing and equipment shall be left in the Station immediately after the cessation of duty. Part-time Firefighter may not use such clothing and equipment save while on duty. GRIEVANCE AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE : The terms of the County Council’s Grievance and Disciplinary procedure shall apply to part-time Fire-fighters. DATA PROTECTION : This personal information of the application form is used solely in processing your candidature. Such information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts, 1988 & 2003 and the General Data Protection Regulation.
Senior Library Assistant
The Position and Role The role of the Senior Library Assistant is to provide support to branch managers and supervisory staff. Senior Library Assistants are a vital link in the team which promotes the library as a focal point for cultural activities, for community development, for learning and as a digital hub. Senior Library Assistants may also be called upon to direct staff in the absence of senior line managers and to direct or support national and local programmes within the service. Senior Library Assistants at Headquarters provide support for managers in areas where a certain level of experience and or initiative is required, for example administration, accounts management, requests and so on. The Senior Library Assistant will work under the direction of the Librarian, Staff Officer, or such person as may be assigned from time to time by Kildare County Council. The Senior Library Assistant may deputise for the Librarian, Staff Officer, Executive Librarian and will represent the Staff Officer and the organisation as required. A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled. The successful candidate or candidates may be assigned as required to any of the Branch Libraries or Library Headquarters or to any premises or location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties and Responsibilities The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him or her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office: • Overseeing and delivering core frontline library services including online and providing access to resources in house and online • House keeping and cataloguing functions within the Library Management System • Maintaining, developing and promoting collections and services • Using and promoting new technologies and assisting the public in using technology such as self service, Internet, online resources, digital equipment, iPads, Android tablets and so on • Answering enquiries • Requests • Assist in training of staff particularly onsite • Delivering excellent service to the public • Liaising with community and education groups • Contributing to publicity and promotional activities including online • Contributing to events programme for example workshops on library information technology, local studies, class visits, story times, workshops, lectures and other events for adults and families • Ensuring high standards of health and safety and child protection • Assisting in the implementation of the Right to Read, Healthy Ireland at Your Library, Skills for Life and other programmes • Providing outreach services to schools and other community organisations • Management of the building or facility and service in the absence of a more senior officer • Administration of buildings or facility and equipment maintenance programme • Supporting and deputising where necessary for senior staff and working as part of a team with senior and junior staff, within the Performance Management and Development System structure • General administration and financial administration duties including financial processing, maintaining and reviewing statistical records, gathering and compiling information and reporting on services • Providing cover in other libraries when required to maintain opening hours and services • Proposing ways of delivering better services and developing such proposals • Contributing to and implementing Kildare County Council, Library Service and other policies and plans • Any other duties as required by the County Librarian or Divisional Manager, Cultural Services Division The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the employee from time to time by the Local Authority and shall include the duty of deputising for other employees of the Local Authority, when required, and such duties as may be assigned to them in relation to any other area of the Local Authority. The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel for Kildare County Council from which Senior Library Assistant positions may be filled as vacancies arise. The Candidate It is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he or she: • Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Demonstrates proficient knowledge and experience in a library environment • Has the experience and ability to provide excellence in customer service in a busy environment serving a variety of groups and individuals • Has an interest and the ability to work with members of the public, in particular children and teenagers in a library setting • Has the ability to work independently, on their own initiative and within a team environment • Has the required commitment and enthusiasm and a willingness to contribute ideas and energy to all aspects of the Library Service’s work • Has effective problem solving, planning and organisational skills • Possesses a high level of information technology skills including proficiency in the use of systems and applications for example Microsoft Office • Has an understanding of safety in the workplace including Health and Safety legislation and regulations Candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they: • Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed • Are fully competent, capable and available to undertake the duties attached to the position Qualifications and Requirements of the Post Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Have a good general level of education b) Have had at least two years satisfactory relevant experience of library work Please supply copies of any certificates, diplomas or degrees you may have with the application form. Non Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Particulars of Employment The Post The post is permanent, that is 35 hours per week. Location Kildare County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. Commencement Kildare County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Kildare County Council shall not appoint them. Working Hours The current working hours are 35 hours per week. Kildare County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time in line with Government Circulars. Kildare County Council also has a flexi time system in operation, details of which are available from the Human Resources Section. You may be required to work overtime on various occasions. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations 2001. Kildare County Council requires employees to record their hours using a clocking system. Reporting Arrangements The Senior Library Assistant will report directly to the Librarian, Staff Officer, Executive Librarian or such a person as may be assigned from time to time by Kildare County Council. The Senior Library Assistant may deputise for the Librarian, Staff Officer, Executive Librarian and will represent the Librarian, Staff Officer and the organisation as required. A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Probationary Period of Employment Where a person is permanently appointed to Kildare County Council, the following provisions shall apply: a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation b) Such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at their discretion, extend such period c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory d) The period at a above may be terminated on giving one weeks notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts e) There will be assessments during the probationary period Remuneration €36,113 – €38,248 – €41,259 – €43,241 – €44,975 – €46,653 – €48,917 – €50,557 – €52,239 – €53,829 LSI1 – €55,460 LSI2 On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, for example Pay As You Earn and Pay Related Social Insurance. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and or conduct are not satisfactory. Superannuation and Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation Consolidation Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions Single Scheme and Other Provisions Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the superannuation scheme to which they belong. • For appointees who are deemed not to be new entrants as defined in the Public Service Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching 65 years of age • The minimum retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2004 is 65. There is no mandatory retirement age • Effective from 1 January 2013, the Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks: Retirement age is set, initially, at 66 years. This will rise in step with statutory changes in the State Pension Contributory age to 67 years in 2021 and 68 years in 2028 Compulsory retirement age will be 70 Annual Leave Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the nationally agreed annual leave scheme for the sector. The annual leave year runs from 1 January to 31 December. The current leave entitlement for this post is 30 days. The Chief Executive of Kildare County Council retains autonomy regarding office closures, for example Christmas office closure. Any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Residence The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to the Local Authority, as approved by the Chief Executive. Outside Employment The position is permanent and the officer may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Code of Conduct and Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Kildare County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. Training Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities. Health and Safety Regulations Kildare County Council as an employer is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to cooperate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything which would place themselves or others at risk. Canvassing Any attempt by a candidate, or by any person or persons acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour, any member of the staff of the County Council or person nominated by the County Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought. Important Notice The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate. Communications Kildare County Council will contact you, when necessary, at each stage of the competition by email. It is strongly recommended that you only submit one email address with the application form and that you do not change your email address during this recruitment campaign, as any email will be sent to the email address originally supplied on your application form. It is important to note that the email address you provide when applying must be one that you can access at all times. The onus is on the applicant to inform the Human Resources Department of any change in email address throughout the recruitment and selection campaign. This can be done by emailing jobs@kildarecoco.ie . The onus is also on each applicant to ensure that he or she is in receipt of all communication from the Council. Kildare County Council does not accept responsibility for communications not accessed or received by an applicant. The personal information collected on the application form, including any attachments which may include the collection of sensitive personal data, is collected for the purpose of processing this application and any data collected is subject to Kildare County Council’s privacy statement. Before You Proceed Before proceeding you should satisfy yourself that you meet the requirements for the post as set out in pages 4, 5 and 6 of this booklet. This will prevent you from incurring unnecessary expense in progressing in the competition. Shortlisting Kildare County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications. Shortlisting may take the form of either a desktop shortlisting process based on the information provided by the candidate in their completed application form or a shortlisting interview. Kildare County Council reserves its right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting will be completed on the basis of information supplied on the application form and the likely number of vacancies to be filled. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience on the application form. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. The information you supply in the application form will play a central part of the shortlisting process. Kildare County Council’s decision to include you on the shortlist of candidates going forward to the next stage of the process may be determined based on this information. The shortlisting board will examine the application forms against predetermined criteria based on the requirements for the position. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications and experience on your application form. Based on examination of the application form, the shortlisting board will select those who appear to be most suitable for the position. You will be contacted in relation to any interview dates and times. The onus is on you to attend for interview on the dates and times allocated. Alternative dates and times cannot be facilitated. When attending for interview you must produce photographic identification.
Senior Library 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. The Library is a key part of both Maynooth University and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. The Library was founded in 1795 and is now housed in the John Paul II Library and the Russell Library. We have over 450,000 books and eBooks and more than 42,000 electronic journals and provide a range of information skills and training courses. We are seeking a Temporary, full-time Senior Library Assistant. This post is based in the Engagement and Information Services section. The successful candidate will supervise the Facilities and Events team in the library. The Facilities and Events team are comprised of part-time postgraduate students who cover extended service opening hours in the library. The successful candidate will also coordinate library events, external events and University events including Open Days. The successful candidate may be required to work a variety of shifts including evening and weekend duties. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Principal Duties This will include: • Supervision and training of facilities and events team, including rostering • Coordinate logistics and staffing for internal, external and community events • Act as first line liaison for management of maintenance issues • Support Manager of Engagement and Information Services and others in management of library spaces, including room allocation • Liaise with the Maynooth University Safety Office on safety-related matters, including checks and audits • Support senior staff in developing and coordinating departmental priorities, particularly in the areas of strategic planning and staff development • Undertake any additional responsibilities as assigned by the University Librarian or their nominee The ideal candidate will have: Essential • Experience in teamwork, team supervision and staff rostering • Strong organisational and time keeping skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Knowledge of health and safety procedures • Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines • Flexibility to ensure library services are maintained at all times • Accuracy and attention to detail Desirable • Experience in facilities or event management • Ability to focus on a number of tasks concurrently • A recognised qualification in health and safety • Proactive, enthusiastic and adaptable approach to a variety of tasks and projects • Strong customer service skills • Confidence in using information technology particularly databases, searching and Office 365 The Library The Library is a key part of both Maynooth University and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. The Library was founded in 1795 and is now housed in the John Paul II Library and the Russell Library, both of which hold significant book, archive and manuscript collections. The John Paul II Library holds over 400,000 print items. Access is also provided to over 500,000 electronic books and 70,000 electronic journals. The overall strategy for Maynooth University Library is articulated in the current Library Strategic Plan. The Library’s Strategic Plan 2024 to 2028 has set out an aspiring plan to guide the library’s work over the next four years as we endeavour to enhance our services, resources and impact on the campus community. Further information about the Library can be found on the Library’s website https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/library and social media platforms. 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 eighteenth century roots and twenty first 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. Maynooth University’s 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, temporary post for a specified purpose, anticipated to be 23 months duration. Salary Senior Library Assistant 2026: €45,758 - €55,537 per annum, seven points. Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35 hour working week is in operation. This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements. Location The place of work is the campus of Maynooth University, Maynooth, County Kildare.
Department Supervisor
Ready to take the next step in your Retail career? Take your knack with customers to the next level, working with your team to wow every Halfords customer you meet. This role is the gateway to management - you’ll have responsibility for the day to day running of a department, supervising and coaching others to deliver market leading standards to our customers. A key part of the sales floor leadership team, you’ll support the store management team to enable the best service delivery to our customers. Your standards of customer service are already legendary and you’ll have an infectious enthusiasm for our products and services. You’ll have some key holder responsibility too and will be committed to following all in store security and stock loss procedures. Back to that gateway to a management role: we invest heavily in training to give our colleagues skills to develop their careers, so whatever career path you want to follow and whatever pace you want to progress, we have the support here to help you make your ambitions a reality, whether it’s in Retail or elsewhere in the Group. To be successful in this role you'll need: We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest vehicle service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.
Customer Services Advisor
€14.50 per hour Love all things motoring and cycling? Great with customers? Your knack with customers and boundless enthusiasm for cars and bikes is what will lead you to success in this role. Ideally, you’ll already have some experience of fitting car parts and of cycle repair, even as a hobby. Either way, we have training in place to get you the skills you need – you’ll be delivering market-leading standards of service, after all You’ll soon be working on customers’ vehicles in our car park and on bikes in-store, helping us wow every customer. This role delivers a wide range of fitting services, including car parts fitting, technology fitting, cycle building and cycle servicing. We’ll help you develop your practical problem-solving skills alongside your ability to work quickly and efficiently. Ideally, you already have Retail experience but if you can demonstrate experience of tailoring your approach in a customer focused sales environment, we can help you with the rest. We invest heavily in training to give our colleagues skills to develop their careers, so whatever career path you want to follow and whatever pace you want to progress, we have the support here to help you make your ambitions a reality, whether it’s in Retail or elsewhere in the Group. To be successful in this role you will need: We’re in an exciting chapter as a leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services. Join us in our mission to keep the nation moving safely and be part of our success story. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.
Deputy Manager
As a Deputy Manager, you will play a crucial role in our management team, ensuring the smooth operation of our retail store in the Store Manager's absence. At Halfords, we prioritise our core values and are committed to delivering exceptional customer service in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: We are committed to your development and offer ample opportunities for career advancement within Halfords. Join us as we grow and innovate in motoring services and electric mobility. Be part of our success in getting the nation safely back on the move! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.
