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In accordance with Department of Education & Skills guidelines regarding the revision of pay for all staff paid directly by a recognised school or ETB, the following are the revised hourly rates for School Bus Escorts. Hourly Rate The hourly rate effective from 1st August 2025 is €15.66. Holiday Pay Holiday pay will continue to be paid at 8%. RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN ESCORT • Must ensure that they are on the bus at time of first pick-up and last set down. • Are responsible for the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to ‘stop’ and ‘move off.’ • Assisting children to board and alight safely from the school bus. • Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps, harnesses where provided. • Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at the set down point. DUTIES OF AN ESCORT • Supervision of children travelling on bus. • Maintain a good working relationship with the driver of the bus. • Act as liaison between Principal and/or Class Teacher and parents when required i.e. conveyance of messages and letter to parents. • Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work. • Be aware of particular disabilities of children on the bus and be briefed by the principal on how to deal with same, e.g. epilepsy etc. • Perform any other duties relevant to the position of escort which may be assigned by the principal from time to time. • Unless under exceptional circumstances, the escort should never leave the bus. • The escort’s position on the bus should be where maximum control of children is achieved i.e. at back of bus. • Report all concerns to the principal and/or Class Teacher.
Teacher Of Key Stage Two
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Teacher Of Key Stage One
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Service Advisor
Are you a motivated individual who works well in a team? Are you passionate about delivering the best service for customers? The Ideal person will have/be: If you believe you can demonstrate these skills, please click the Apply button and if successful, we can offer an outstanding career opportunity.
Fleet Sales Administrator
Are you an organised and committed individual who can provide comprehensive administrative support? Do you have the willingness to learn and develop while having great communication skills? The ideal person will have/be:
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Employee Relations Manager
The Role of the Employee Relations Manager (AP), within their respective region, will include: Providing assistance, advice, and representation on all Industrial Relations (IR) and related issues within a Region at the earliest possible opportunity, including carrying out direct local negotiations. Assisting in negotiating agreements, resolving employment issues, and implementing policies. Representing the Organisation at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), Conciliation, Adjudication, and the Labour Court, and at Mediation, Adjudication, and Arbitration under the Civil Service C&A Scheme on all issues unresolved through direct local negotiations. Maintaining and constantly updating a sound working knowledge of employment legislation, legal aspects of practice, and the complete range of terms and conditions applicable to employees. Developing a positive working relationship with associations and unions. Contributing to strategic direction as part of the senior management team, including identifying IR priorities. Engagement with the other functional areas, as well as relevant Business Owners across the Organisation, including engagement on national issues. Actively contributing to the development of the business plans, policies, and risk registers of the division and the Organisation. Providing support and reporting to the Head of Industrial Relations. Please note that the above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties the successful applicant will be required to undertake. The role of the Employee Relations Manager is key to improving employee relations throughout the Organisation. They will work directly with employee relations issues as they arise, maintaining positive industrial relations within their respective regions. The successful candidate will require the following: Demonstrable experience of having worked in an industrial relations role, preferably within the public sector. Demonstrable experience of representing their employer in the industrial relations machinery of the state (WRC adjudication, WRC conciliation services, Labour Court). Have a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in the field. Excellent knowledge of employment law issues. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a diplomatic, tactful, and discreet manner while dealing with confidential and sensitive information. Excellent written and presentation skills. Ability to work on own initiative at a regional and local level, while also maintaining effective channels of communication with Garda Headquarters. Ability to travel nationally to execute the full requirements of the role. Person Specification Essential Professional Qualifications, Experience, Requirements: Candidates, by the closing date, must have: A Third-level qualification. 4 years’ experience in a Human Resource Management/Industrial Relations environment. Significant experience with IR Machinery of the State (i.e. WRC, Labour Court, C&A Scheme). Experience in providing support and guidance on employment law, policies, and compliance. A full, clean driving licence with no endorsements and access to a vehicle to undertake the full duties of the role. This requirement must be maintained at the job offer stage. Desirable Requirements, Skills: 4 years’ experience in an Industrial Relations/HR advisory role within a Public Services environment. A Legal qualification. Mediation Institute of Ireland (MII) Accreditation. Key Skills/Competencies for effective performance as an Employee Relations Manager (Assistant Principal) Leadership Actively contributes to the development of the strategies and policies of the Department/Organisation. Brings a focus and drive to building and sustaining high levels of performance, addressing any performance issues as they arise. Leads and maximises the contribution of the team as a whole. Considers the effectiveness of outcomes in terms wider than own immediate area. Clearly defines objectives/goals and delegates effectively, encouraging ownership and responsibility for tasks. Develops capability of others through feedback, coaching, and creating opportunities for skills development. Identifies and takes opportunities to exploit new and innovative service delivery channels. Judgement, Analysis & Decision Making Researches issues thoroughly, consulting appropriately to gather all information needed on an issue. Understands complex issues quickly, accurately absorbing and evaluating data (including numerical data). Integrates diverse strands of information, identifying inter-relationships and linkages. Uses judgement to make clear, timely, and well-grounded decisions on important issues. Considers the wider implications, agendas, and sensitivities within decisions and the impact on a range of stakeholders. Takes a firm position on issues they consider important. Management & Delivery of Results Takes responsibility for challenging tasks and delivers on time and to a high standard. Plans and prioritises work in terms of importance, timescales, and other resource constraints, re-prioritising in light of changing circumstances. Ensures quality and efficient customer service is central to the work of the division. Looks critically at issues to see how things can be done better. Is open to new ideas, initiatives, and creative solutions to problems. Ensures controls and performance measures are in place to deliver efficient and high value services. Effectively manages multiple projects. Interpersonal & Communication Skills Presents information in a confident, logical, and convincing manner, verbally and in writing. Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues. Promotes teamwork within the section, but also works effectively on projects across Departments/Sectors. Maintains poise and control when working to influence others. Instills a strong focus on Customer Service in their area. Develops and maintains a network of contacts to facilitate problem solving or information sharing. Engages effectively with a range of stakeholders, including members of the public, Public Service colleagues, and the political system. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives, and targets of self and the team and how they fit into the work of the unit and Department/Organisation. Has a breadth and depth of knowledge of Department and Governmental issues and is sensitive to wider political and organisational priorities. Is considered an expert by stakeholders in own field/area. Is focused on self-development, seeking feedback and opportunities for growth to help carry out the specific requirements of the role. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values Is self-motivated and shows a desire to continuously perform at a high level. Is personally honest and trustworthy and can be relied upon. Ensures the citizen is at the heart of all services provided. Through leading by example, fosters the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Eligibility to apply and certain restrictions on eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 4* or a Stamp 5 permission. Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify, candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. It is the candidate’s responsibility to maintain eligibility. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009–2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER), as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09, that retirees under that Scheme are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to apply in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012, as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009–2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012) for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Employer of Choice As an Employer of Choice, An Garda Síochána has many flexible and family friendly policies, e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a ‘blended’ basis), etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. General The appointment is to a permanent post in An Garda Síochána and is subject to the Policing, Security and Community Safety Act 2024, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, and any other Act for the time being in force relating to An Garda Síochána. Please note appointments from within An Garda Síochána for staff employed pre-commencement of the Policing, Security & Community Safety Act will be to a Civil Service grade with Civil Service terms and conditions, insofar as applicable. Salary Scale The Assistant Principal Officer's salary scale will apply to this position. The PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) salary scale (annually) for this position, with effect from 1st February 2026, is as follows: Assistant Principal Officer Salary Scale €82,290 - €85,320 - €88,393 - €91,475 - €94,553 - €96,329 - €99,433¹ - €102,550² Long Service increment (LSI 1) may be payable following 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum of scale.¹ Long Service increment (LSI 2) may be payable following 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum of scale.² Personal Pension Contribution The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum of the scale and will not be subject to negotiation, and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Increments may be awarded annually, subject to satisfactory performance.
Graduate Engineer
The Position The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which fixed term contract posts for the position of Graduate Engineer be drawn. The Role of the Local Authority Engineer: Since the foundation of the State, Local Authority Engineers have played a key role in the delivery and maintenance of public infrastructure necessary for the day-to-day life of all citizens, residents, visitors, and business. Examples of such infrastructure are: Roads Cycleways Bridges Drainage, Flood Alleviation & Green Infrastructure Water & Wastewater Public Lighting Traffic Control Systems (e.g. traffic signals, signage, setting of speed limits etc.) Environmental Protection Waste Management The Graduate Engineer will work under the direction and management of the Senior Executive Engineer, Senior Engineer, or other employee designated by the Director of Services as appropriate. The Graduate Engineer will be required at times to work on their own initiative as circumstances demand on a broad range of projects. They will be required to work as part of a multidisciplinary project team. The role requires good technical competence, administrative, interpersonal, communication, and other particular skills depending on the assignment. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out his/her duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. Duties & Responsibilities The key duties and responsibilities of the post include: (a) To provide technical assistance to the wider engineering team. (b) To research Technical Standards and Guidelines. (c) To research Government Policy Documents in relation to the provision of engineering services. (d) To research and gain familiarity with the legislation within which Council engineering services are provided. (e) Drafting reports for the approval and sign-off by higher engineering grades. (f) Drafting replies to correspondence received from elected public representatives or from members of the public for the approval and sign-off by higher engineering grades. (g) Checking engineering drawings. (h) Carrying out on-site works inspections. (i) Checking tender documents, specifications, and pricing schedules. (j) Gaining familiarity with the Conditions of Contract for engineering works outsourced by the Council. (k) When required, to accompany higher engineering grades to meetings with engineering consultants, contractors, elected members, etc. The post holder may 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 duties as designated from time to time. Qualifications for the Post 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa Or A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience Candidates on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold at least an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in a relevant field of Engineering*; OR (b) Hold an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) and a post graduate masters degree (level 9 in the NFQ) in a relevant field of Engineering; OR (c) Hold a masters degree (level 9 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in a relevant field of Engineering attained after completing an integrated masters level programme of at least 4 years duration which is accredited at CEng level by Engineers Ireland or an equivalent accreditation body internationally. A level 7 degree will be assessed on the basis that the period of study undertaken should be equivalent to at least 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer Accumulation System) credits. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the correct documentation is provided to support their application form. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have: • Knowledge of health & safety legislation and safety regulations. • The ability to demonstrate good analytical and IT skills. • Evidence of planning and organising skills, including awareness of resource management. • Report writing and presentation skills and the ability to communicate clearly with others. • Evidence of self-sufficiency, being capable of evaluating proposals and identifying improvements on a proactive basis and adapting readily to change. • An ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. As this role requires travel within the County, it is desirable for the successful candidate to have access to a vehicle and to hold a full driving license for class B vehicles free from disqualifications and medical limitations. Particulars of Office (including retirement) 1. The Post A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year, and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel may be used to fill fixed term positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Vacancies may arise on a county-wide basis. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any work location, having regard to funding and/or operational circumstances. 2. Salary The current salary for the post of Graduate Engineer is €39,846 - €50,447 per annum (including Long Service Increments) as per Circular EL 02/2026. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. New entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28th January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5th February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. PAYE and PRSI. 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. You agree that in the event of an overpayment of salary or other monies to you, the Council reserves the right to deduct monies from your “wages” (for the purposes of the Payment of Wages Act, 1991) for the purpose of reimbursement of the Council of the amount of the overpayment(s), in keeping with the Payment of Wages Act 1991, Section 5(5). 3. Superannuation and Retirement Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details of the relevant scheme will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. 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). A person paying Class A rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority will 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% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. 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). A person who becomes a pensionable officer of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of his/her superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. A person paying Class D rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable Officer of a local authority, depending on their existing scheme, may be a member of a dependent scheme, i.e. either the Local Government (Widows & Orphans Contributory Pension) Scheme or Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, and if a member of either scheme will be required, in respect of this, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. Employees are admitted to the Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Act, 1998 and the Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, with effect from date of appointment. This scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement, and death gratuities. In order for a new entrant to the scheme to qualify for a pension, the employee must have served a minimum of two years employment in a local authority. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, effective from 1st January 2013, superannuation contributions are as follows: 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sum will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be coordinated with the State Pension Contributory Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. The compulsory retirement age for new entrants, as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, is 70 years. Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004: There is no mandatory retirement age for ‘New Entrants’ from 1st April 2004 to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 65 years is the minimum age at which a person may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation, new entrants will not be required to retire on grounds of age. Anyone who is not a ‘New Entrant’ to the public service, defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Healthy Ireland Co-ordinator
Purpose of Role The Healthy Ireland Co-ordinator for CYPSC will co-ordinate administration of the Healthy Ireland Funding for the CYPSC initiative and support local implementation by local CYPSC. Within this role, the Co-ordinator will respond to relevant governance and financial reporting requirements pertaining to Healthy Ireland Funding, co-ordinate annual reporting on all CYPSC Healthy Ireland projects to funders and relevant others, promote quality and good governance in local implementation of CYPSC Healthy Ireland funded programmes and support the CYPSC National Office to respond to and implement Departmental policy on Healthy Ireland and ensure alignment with the CYPSC model of interagency working. Reporting Relationship The Healthy Ireland Co-ordinator for CYPSC will report to the National Co-ordinator for Children and Young People’s Services Committees. Duties and Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities The Healthy Ireland Co-ordinator for CYPSC will be expected to establish relevant policies and procedures and perform the following duties: • Co-ordinate the establishment and support management of the Healthy Ireland Fund within the CYPSC National Office at Tusla. • Support local CYPSC application of the Healthy Ireland Fund in line with the stated CYPSC methodology, principles, purpose and objectives as described in CYPSC Shared Vision, Next Steps 2019 to 2024, the Healthy Ireland Framework and local CYPSC three year work plans. • Co-ordinate CYPSC monitoring and outcome measurement of the Healthy Ireland Fund, ensuring the provision, collection and reporting of relevant data and information. • Provide professional, technical and administrative assistance to relevant CYPSC national implementation structures to ensure the learning relating to Healthy Ireland Fund implementation is captured, distilled and disseminated for use locally and nationally. • Prepare reports and strategic documents as required and provide timely progress reports to Tusla and the National Co-ordinator for CYPSC, to funders, to the local CYPSC and other organisations as appropriate. • Foster and develop positive working relationships with key personnel nationally and in local counties as appropriate or required, including stakeholders within associated agencies and services. Health and Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service, for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care, and comply with associated Tusla Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and, consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him or her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and or Experience Applicants must, by the closing date of application, have the following: • Minimum two years’ experience of co-ordinating complex multi agency initiatives, programmes or services. • Minimum two years’ experience working in or with child, youth or family support services and or in community, local development or health promotion sectors. • Knowledge of relevant computer programmes, e.g. Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Skills, Competencies and or Knowledge Tusla Leadership Competency Framework The Tusla Leadership Competency Framework describes the behaviours that are key to Tusla colleagues being effective in the execution of their role at all levels within the Agency. The competencies and associated behavioural descriptors capture the transversal knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics that will enable colleagues, regardless of role or rank, to be effective in their work. The Tusla Leader Framework relevant for this role is Leading Others. Please access the Leading Others link to fully familiarise yourself with the impact of this Leading Others proficiency for Tusla. The competency of Professional Knowledge is specifically linked to the duties, responsibilities and criteria for this role. Other Requirements of the Role • The post holder will require a current driving licence and access to appropriate transport, as the post will involve travel. • Have awareness of children and young people’s participatory practice. Application Process Campaign Specific Selection Process Shortlisting and Interview The online application system has a time out facility. This is in order to protect the privacy of the user. This time out facility activates if the application has been dormant for over 60 minutes. Any work not saved will be lost if the system times out due to lack of activity. As such, please ensure to save your application as you work on it. Any lost data cannot be recovered. It may be advisable for candidates to work on their applications outside of the system and copy and paste their answers into the online application forms once they are fully complete and submit them. Once your application is fully submitted, you will receive a confirmation email to your profile. If you do not receive this email, your application has not been submitted and received and you should log back on to submit fully. AI generated content must not be used in your application. Tusla reserves the right to assess if content in applications is likely created by AI in part or in whole. Use of AI may result in disqualification and exclusion from the recruitment process. Shortlisting may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application. The criteria for shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you consider your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the shortlisting stage of this process (where applied) will be called forward to interview. Code of Practice The Recruitment Service of the Child and Family Agency will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness may be applied on a principal basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Codes of Practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.cpsa.ie . Tusla Child and Family Agency is an equal opportunities employer. Tusla Child and Family Agency recognises its responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 2003 to 2018 and the Freedom of Information Act 2014. Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created for the purpose of filling this position. Once the position is appointed, the panel will cease. Appointment as an employee of the Child and Family Agency is governed by the Child and Family Agency Act 2013 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004. Remuneration The salary scale for the whole time equivalent of this post is: 01 August 2025: €60,013, €61,479, €63,192, €64,911, €66,636, €68,176, €69,745, €71,272, €72,788, €75,397, €78,015 LSIs LSIs (Long Service Increments) are represented by emboldened figures. The first LSI is paid after three years on the maximum, the second LSI after three years on LSI1 and the third LSI after three years on the second LSI, where applicable. The appointee shall commence on the first point of the salary scale. Incremental credit may be given on appointment for certain types of relevant experience, with more information available in Appendix 5. Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum point of the scale and will not be subject to negotiation, and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if the appointee is currently a serving civil or public servant. Working Week The standard working week applying to the whole time equivalent of this post is 35 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the whole time equivalent of this post is 30 days per annum. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with Tusla. The successful candidate will, upon appointment, become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Probation A probation period of 39 weeks, or a proportion of same for fixed term or specified purpose contracts, where applicable, shall apply from the commencement of employment, during which the contract may be terminated by either party in accordance with this contract. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of management by a further nine weeks or a proportion of same for fixed term or specified purpose contracts, where applicable. Confirmation of appointment as a permanent member of staff is subject to the successful completion of the probationary period for permanent contracts. Where you have already completed a probationary period with the Child and Family Agency, Health Service Executive or a Local Authority, and there is no break in service, no period of probation applies.
Electrical Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Eirteck energy partners LTD specialise in the electrical installation, operations and maintenance of wind Turbines. Our teams have managed and work along side some of the leading manufactures and Installation contractors throughout Ireland, UK, Europe and East Asia Due to our continued growth and expansion of our company, We are seekingmotivated individuals to join our team with a number of roles available: -First Year electrical apprentices (Solas Irish electrical apprenticeship) -General Operatives technicians’ mechanical installation and electrical installation -Service and maintenance technicians Previous experience is not a necessity as specific training will be provided. Interested candidates must be willing to travel both in Ireland and overseas with fixed rotations. Candidates must hold a full drivers licence. Join our team and be a part of a dynamic and fast-growing environment in the renewable wind energy sector.
