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We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Dundonald on a full-time basis. There is an established list available which includes a number of private patients. Denplan is offered at this practice. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. Our practices are equipped with Digital X-Rays, Software of Excellence Practice Management Software and Rotary Endodontics. Benefits
Care Assistant
Care Assistant – Ref: 25-163-NCA-TL-WEB Job Role Care Assistant (Nights) Location Twisel Lodge, 19A Church Ave, Holywood, BT18 9BJ Salary £12.60 per hour Hours 24 hours per week – 2 x 12hr shifts per week Flexibility is required to work within the rota system in order to meet the needs of the residents, the service and statutory regulation and availability to work evenings and weekends as required. If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of others and caring for people who have a learning disability and associated complex needs, we would love to meet you! We are currently offering a Welcome Bonus up to £250 (pro rata): The bonus will be £100 on successful completion of 6 months’ service and a further £150 on the first anniversary totalling £250. The Service Twisel Lodge in Holywood Co. Down, is a residential home, registered with RQIA to provide services for 8 adults who have Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs. For most of our residents Twisel Lodge is their home however as part of the eight-person service, we also provide a ‘respite’ facility through which adults with learning disabilities can come and stay with us for a break. This service provides an opportunity for the main carers to get a break from caring duties and enables them to refresh and to be able to continue their caring role. The Role As part of the caring team, you will help create and maintain a caring and safe environment where the personal care and social needs of the residents are fulfilled. Benefits Please note – At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer sponsorship 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: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: 18TH June 2025 @ 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER #nijobs
Digital Advisor
What is the opportunity? As a Digital Advisor, you'll drive digital transformation and enhance customer experiences. By helping customers embrace new technologies, you'll make their lives easier and more efficient. Join a dynamic team committed to putting customers first. Make a meaningful impact at Bank of Ireland while continuing to grow and learn. Please note, this role is required for a duration of 12-months. In this role, you will: Essential Qualifications There are no specific qualifications or minimum educational requirements needed for this role. More about the team The purpose of the Retail Ireland team is to enable our customers, colleagues, and communities to thrive. We achieve this through professionalism, determination, innovation, and a passion for making a difference in customers' lives. Our work is important, and so are the people doing it. At Bank of Ireland, we are committed to ensuring our customers feel the difference when they interact with us. This focus on the customer is supported by our dedication to delivering a unique customer experience through service and channel enhancements. With the customer experience at the heart of everything we do, we seek talent that recognizes its importance and strives to make a positive impact. Why work with us? The Bank of Ireland company culture prioritises work-life balance with 23 days annual leave and excellent pension contributions. Family can mean different things to different people; we offer 6 months paid maternity leave, an innovative fertility and surrogacy policy along with working parent and carer supports. Your health and wellbeing is important to us; we offer a substantial health insurance contribution, employee assistance program, WebDoctor and financial wellbeing coaches. We also encourage and support staff to pursue educational and professional qualifications to grow and enhance your career!
Digital Advisor
What is the opportunity? As a Digital Advisor, you'll drive digital transformation and enhance customer experiences. By helping customers embrace new technologies, you'll make their lives easier and more efficient. Join a dynamic team committed to putting customers first. Make a meaningful impact at Bank of Ireland while continuing to grow and learn. Please note, this role is required for a duration of 12-months. In this role, you will: Essential Qualifications There are no specific qualifications or minimum educational requirements needed for this role. More about the team The purpose of the Retail Ireland team is to enable our customers, colleagues, and communities to thrive. We achieve this through professionalism, determination, innovation, and a passion for making a difference in customers' lives. Our work is important, and so are the people doing it. At Bank of Ireland, we are committed to ensuring our customers feel the difference when they interact with us. This focus on the customer is supported by our dedication to delivering a unique customer experience through service and channel enhancements. With the customer experience at the heart of everything we do, we seek talent that recognizes its importance and strives to make a positive impact. Why work with us? The Bank of Ireland company culture prioritises work-life balance with 23 days annual leave and excellent pension contributions. Family can mean different things to different people; we offer 6 months paid maternity leave, an innovative fertility and surrogacy policy along with working parent and carer supports. Your health and wellbeing is important to us; we offer a substantial health insurance contribution, employee assistance program, WebDoctor and financial wellbeing coaches. We also encourage and support staff to pursue educational and professional qualifications to grow and enhance your career!
School Administrator
Salary: Grade V Salary Scale €48,090 - €57,571* *Candidates should note that as per Department of Finance guidelines, entry will be at the minimum point of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Annual Leave: Annual Leave will be 25 working days. This leave is exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Attendance : Working hours will be 35 hours per week - net of rest breaks. Location: This position is based at NCAD, 100 Thomas Street, Dublin 8 **Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday 3rd July 2025 on the NCAD Campus** NCAD seeks to appoint a permanent, full-time administrator the School of Visual Culture. The position of School Administrator requires the role holder to be able to work independently, to prioritise their work and meet deadlines. Given the nature of the role, and the support it provides across the College, the role holder will be required to exercise good judgement, discretion and maintain confidentiality. Experience of working in the public service or the education sector would be beneficial. The school of Visual Culture at NCAD is home to the BA in Visual Culture, MAs in Design History and Material Culture and in Art and the Contemporary World, and a number of research students undertaking MRes and PhD studies. We also offer Critical Cultures classes in art and design history, philosophy and criticism to all the studio-based students in the Schools of Fine Art, Education and Design and the First Year Department. The school team is made up of c. 20 part time and full academics. We may form a panel from this process. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The role holder will undertake the administrative duties required for the successful operation of the School. The role requires the flexibility to work with and across organisational structures at NCAD as our administrative processes are reviewed and refined. ● Timetabling classes and making room bookings, scheduling of meetings and undertaking other academic planning activities; ● Circulating & distributing school calendar and maintain up to date communications about school policy for staff (full-time and part-time) ● Keeping minutes of meetings; ● Preparing and maintaining accurate and up-do-date records concerning student progression and examination; ● Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records for the School including the preparation the purchase orders, as well as the processing expenses claims / invoices. The role holder will also purchase stationary, materials and other requisites; and book travel and accommodation for staff, external examiners and others. ● Process and support part-time academic staff and guest lecturers in the preparation of timesheets (i.e. pay claims for hourly and short term work); ● Providing administrative support to academic staff concerning the preparation and sharing of learning materials required by students, including on-line learning content and student handbooks, as well as assessment feedback; ● Liaison with other Schools / Departments and other NCAD functions to ensure the effective operations of the School; ● Supporting the line manager in communicating and establishing with and engaging external stakeholders; ● Acting as a key point of communication for the School, responding to student and public queries; ● Any other appropriate duties as may be assigned by the Appropriate Officer from time to time Selection Criteria Selection criteria outline the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would need to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post. Applications will be assessed on the basis of how well candidates satisfy these criteria. Mandatory: ● Academic qualification (NFQ Level 6 or higher) and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an equivalent role. If unqualified, a minimum of 5 year’s relevant experience will suffice. ● Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal ● Have excellent interpersonal skills, with proven experience of building relationships with external and internal stakeholders ● Strong administration skills and experience ● Experience of keeping financial records ● Have the ability to exercise good judgement and discretion; maintain confidentiality ● Have excellent IT skills including experience of using Excel, VLE & LMS ● Have proven ability to work on your own initiative ● Demonstrate the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines ● Enjoy working in a creative environment, collaborating across teams and effectively responding to tasks and requests ● Be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland
Senior Library Assistant
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Cork County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which vacancies for Permanent Part time Senior Library Assistant (Grade 4) Branch Library Castletownbere may be filled. The library service is delivered through a branch and mobile network, supplemented by a growing suite of digital services. The 25 branch libraries are in the main towns throughout Co. Cork and include the Library Headquarters on Carrigrohane Road, which also serves as the centre for Reference and Local Studies, bibliographic services, and administration. Towns and villages not served by a branch library are served by a fleet of 4 mobile libraries. Cork County Library aims to empower communities by providing access to resources that educate, inform, enlighten and enrich the lives of their citizens, by supporting and promoting literacy and a love of reading, and by collecting and preserving resources relating to the cultural heritage of Co. Cork. Cork County Library Service fulfils its mission through a branch and mobile library network that places libraries at the centre of communities, as well as through a growing online presence that seeks to connect with and serve people in a digital society. The role of the Senior Library Assistant is to provide support to branch managers or in the case of part-time branches and mobile libraries, oversee the branch/mobile unit. The Senior Library Assistant will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the library service, assisting with the delivery of work programmes that will meet the goals, targets and standards set out in national and local development plans. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, creative, and flexible, with drive and commitment to delivering quality customer services to the public. 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. SECTION 2: DUTIES 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/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. • Operation of the Castletownbere branch library - general Branch Library work and service development • Supporting and delivering national programmes and core services for all members of the community • Promotion of the branch library service though local and national initiatives; liaising with community and education groups • Liaison with the West Cork Divisional Librarian in all matters related to the running of the branch library • Completing all necessary reports and statistics related to Castletownbere library including maintenance of the Library Management System • Delivering excellent service to the public • Contributing to publicity and promotional activities including online • Organising, running, and promoting local library events e.g., class visits, story times, and other events for adults and families • Ensuring high standards of health and safety and child protection • Management of the building and service in the absence of a more senior officer • Stock Management • Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) have a good general level of education, (ii) have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Library Assistant or in an analogous post. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport Holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. 6. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Senior Library Assistant listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have the following knowledge, experience, skills and competencies; • Knowledge and understanding of the functions of a local authority and the library service including awareness of current issues and strategic direction of library services. • An ability to work on own initiative, in an independent environment and without constant supervision; • An ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks; • Strong customer service ethos and sense of commitment to delivering a quality public service; • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills; • Excellent IT skills, including an understanding of the role of digital technologies in the delivery of library services, social media services and promotion; SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example, please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it) c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and part-time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill vacancies for Senior Library Assistant (Grade 4) Castletownbere which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 6: REMUNERATION The wage scale for the post effective 1st March 2025 rate is; Grade 4 - Senior Library Assistant (Based on 25 hours per week) Point Hourly Rate Weekly Rate 1 €19.32 €444.37 2 €20.47 €470.91 3 €22.11 €508.58 4 €23.19 €533.32 5 €24.13 €554.96 6 €25.04 €575.89 7 €26.27 €604.15 8 €27.16 €624.59 9 €28.06 €645.39 LSI 1 €28.91 €665.02 LSI 2 €29.79 €685.17 Applicants should note that entry point to the salary scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government, & Heritage. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The awarding of increments is subject to satisfactory service. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. SECTION 7: ASSIGNMENT / LOCATION OF POST The vacancy to be filled will be based at the Castletownbere Library. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The normal hours of work are 25 hours per week, Wednesday to Friday (9.30 am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.30pm) and half day on Saturday (9.30am – 1.30pm). Cork County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. All hours worked will be subject to the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001 SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 8% of total hours worked. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. 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(as amended). SECTION 10: GARDA VETTING The successful candidate will be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed.
Assistant Staff Officer
The Assistant Staff Officer is a key support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Assistant Staff Officer will work under the direction and management of the Staff Officer or analogous grade or other employee designated by the Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Officer or Director of Services as appropriate. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The Assistant Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment and may also be required to deputise for a Staff Officer from time to time. The Assistant Staff Officer will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard and will be required to operate the Council’s existing and future IT systems as part of their work. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The ideal candidate shall demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and competencies: · Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government and current issues it faces. · Understand of the role of an Assistant Staff Officer with Galway City Council and their role in delivery of business objectives. · Relevant administrative experience including delivery of business objectives, preparation of reports and correspondence and operating ICT Systems. · Experience and competency in the implementation of high quality customer service and standards. · Demonstrate an openness and responsiveness to change. · Develop and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. · Plan, allocate and supervise the work of staff and other resources to achieve corporate objectives. · Demonstrate excellent clerical/administrative experience in an office based environment. · Understand the relevance and have previously demonstrated a strong team ethnic of co-operation and mutual support to ensure delivery of business objectives. · Be self motivated and proactive with ability to work on own initiative; · Have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be capable of representing the Council in a professional and credible manner with all stakeholders; and · Have an awareness of Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Assistant Staff Officer 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 the Galway City Council. The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to an Assistant Staff Officer: · To support the line manager to ensure the section or department work programme is implemented to deliver the Council’s corporate and operational plans. · To communicate and liaise effectively with customers, employees, supervisors and line managers in other sections in relation to operational matters relevant to their section or area of work. · Responsibility for preparation of reports, correspondence and other documents as necessary. · To provide assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required. · To ensure high levels of customer service, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional, courteous and timely manner. · To support the line manager to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. · To supervise employees within their team or programmes of work within their area of responsibility, providing support to team members of colleagues as required. · To organise and facilitate internal and external meetings and participate and engage in discussion as appropriate. · To comply with Health & Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. · To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. · To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. Notwithstanding the requirements of the post, successful applicants may be assigned to any service area/role within the Local Authority at an analogous level by the Chief Executive at any time. 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship : Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. 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 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 4 visa or vi. 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, etc. Panel A - Confined to local authority sector: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms; a) be a serving employee in a Local Authority or Regional Assembly and have at least 2 years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous grade, AND b) possess a satisfactory knowledge of the functions and duties of local authorities; and c) have a satisfactory knowledge or experience of office organisation. Panel B – Open: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed Application Forms: (1) (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a pass), in Higher or Ordinary level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND (b) Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or, (2) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or, (3) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. Panel C - Confined to employees of Galway City Council: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application Forms; (a) be a serving employee of Galway City Council and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post, (b) possess a satisfactory knowledge of the functions and duties of local authorities; AND (c) have a satisfactory knowledge or experience of office organisation *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. Each candidate must include on the application form details of all qualifications obtained by them. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification, experience, etc. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post are given in the table below. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form and at interview of competence under each of these headings. Purpose and Change · Understands the teams purpose and priorities and shows commitment to these. · The ability to ensure their work contributes to meeting the Departments purpose and priorities. · Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships · Understands and implements change and demonstrates flexibility and openness to change and new challenge. Performance Management & Teamwork · Supervises the team or work area to achieve corporate objectives. · Leads and develops the team to achieve corporate objectives. · Works as part of a team to ensure delivery of plans and schedules. · Has a strong team ethic of co-operation and mutual support. Personal Effectiveness · Takes initiative and is proactive when they see opportunity to make a contribution. · Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Understanding the structures and environment within which the local authority sector operates and the role of an Assistant Staff Officer in this context. Delivering Results · Plan work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. · Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion. · Implement high quality service and customer care standards. · Makes timely, informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions and recommendations. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Type of Post Future relevant permanent and temporary posts will be filled from the panel(s) formed. The post(s) will be whole-time, permanent/temporary and pensionable. Panel Formation Recruitment of Clerical Administrative Grades IV to Grade VII will now be on the following basis: A. 50% confined to employees of the sector B. 30% open C . 20% confined to employees of Galway City Council Panel A : ( Confined to the Local Authority Sector ) will comprise of successful applicants, in order of merit, from within the Local Authority Sector only, i.e. candidates serving in a Local Authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). Panel B: ( Open Competition ) will comprise of successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a Local Authority, Regional Assembly and external candidates. Panel C: ( Confined to Galway City Council ) will comprise of successful applicants, in order of merit, from within Galway City Council only. The advertising process for filling of posts according to these procedures is on the basis of: · Advertising one competition and · Forming three separate panels to meet the requirements of the ratio of posts to be confined to the local government sector, open and confined to the local authority as indicated above. Remuneration The annual salary (Circular Letter EL 03/2025) is as follows: Point 01/03/2025 €35,260 - €54,367 IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates should note that the starting salary is not subject to negotiation . Entry into the pay scale above the minimum point will only apply to existing public servants in the context of the relevant Government Pay Circulars. Candidates who are not covered by such Circulars will enter the pay scale at the minimum point i.e. €35,260 The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Probation: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months but, the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Hours of Duty The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week. The successful candidate will be required to log their hours of work in accordance with the requirements of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and will be required to co-operate with the use of technologies to record such hours. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum. Residence: Holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Outside Employment: The position is whole-time and the employee may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Driving Licence: While not an essential requirement for the position, it would be desirable that Candidates hold a full valid driving licence. Expenses incurred in work related travel will be recompensed in line with departmental circulars. Garda Vetting: The successful applicant may be required to undergo Garda Vetting prior to appointment. Superannuation Contribution: Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority, who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of the State Pension Contributory). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration.
Social Care Leader
Duties and Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities Working with Children/Young People/Families/Carers • To support the implementation of Tusla’s Prevention, Partnership and Family Support; Child Protection and Welfare; and Alternative Care Strategies. • Promote a culture where young people are treated with dignity and respect, promoting a culture of unconditional positive regard at all times. • Promote physical, emotional, social, cultural, ethnic, spiritual and religious welfare of each service user. • Advocate on behalf of the service user. • Compliance with relevant Tusla policies. • Attend court as required. • To identify the needs and strengths of Children/Young People/Families/Carers and to work in partnership with them, their families and other practitioners to meets their needs, realise their rights and achieve desired outcomes. • To promote and support the implementation of the Meitheal National Early Intervention Practice Model including undertaking the role of Lead Practitioner. • Participate in the completion of preliminary screening and assessments, safety planning as required under Children’s First in line with Standard Business Processes, this should be done in consultation with the relevant line manager. • Support the completion and implementation of Child plans such as, Children in Care Plans; Child Protection and Welfare Plans; Social Work led Safety Plan; Meitheal Support Plans; Single Agency Family Support Plans. • Support the implementation of creative community alternatives to care. • To work at an individual, group and community level with children in conjunction with local statutory and voluntary partner agencies. • To support children and young people in alternative care and promote reunification or permanency planning as appropriate. • Liaise with accommodation, welfare, education and training resources to source appropriate service for service users. • To promote the participation of children and young people in decision making on issues that affect their lives at both individual and collective levels. • To work directly with children to prevent or mitigate adverse childhood experiences and to capitalise on strengths and build resilience. • The Social Care Leader may also have additional supervisory duties of Social Care Workers or Family Support Practitioners and others that may be required • To undertake, supervise and support access visits to children in care with their parents and extended family and access visits arranged on court orders Administration & Accountability • To undertake, supervise and support access visits to children in care with their parents and extended family and access visits arranged on court orders. To keep such records and submit such reports as are required from time to time. • Participate in and provide information on current levels of need and provision to inform the Area Commissioning planning process. • To be familiar with emergency procedures and to know who to contact in an emergency. • Ensure Child protection procedures are followed in accordance with the responsibilities of a designated officer. • To keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • To implement the Child and Family Agency’s procedures and policies. • To undertake ongoing professional training and development. • To attend regular supervision with the designated Manager. • To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. Teamwork & Leadership • Participate in working within a team centred consistent approach. • Working with other professionals and external stakeholders. • Work as part of a team and assist and support colleagues in implementing practice models. • Supervise Social Care students as appropriate/required. Training & Professional Development • Delivery of training both internal and external. • To perform such other duties as appropriate to the office as may be assigned from time to time by the designated manager. Health & 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. • To 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/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: - Be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU. or - Hold a CORU approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU registration (evidence of application will be necessary) (https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approvedqualifications/social-care-workers/) - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Atlantic Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Care, Atlantic Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Atlantic Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Sligo - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Care, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care, Dundalk Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Munster Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Institute of Technology, Tralee - Honours Bachelor of Arts (Social Care), National University of Ireland, Galway - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Professional Social Care), Quality and Qualifications Ireland, delivered by Carlow College, St. Patrick’s - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Quality and Qualifications Ireland, delivered by The Open Training College - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Professional Social Care Practice, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Professional Social Care Practice, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, South East Technological University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Professional Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts in Professional Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care, Institute of Technology, Carlow - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Waterford Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Waterford Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Care, Technological University Dublin - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Institute of Technology, Blanchardstown - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Institute of Technology, Blanchardstown - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care, Dublin Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Tallaght - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care Practice, Institute of Technology, Tallaght - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care Work, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Work, Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care, Athlone Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, Athlone Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Athlone Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Social Care Work, Limerick Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Work, Limerick Institute of Technology or Be eligible for registration in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU (evidence of application will be necessary) and - Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of office. and - have a minimum of three years’ post qualification experience of working in a Children & Families Service or other relevant environment with a similarly challenging client group. 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 this 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 access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel. Application Process Campaign Specific Selection Process Shortlisting / 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 might be an idea 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 then. 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. Short listing may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application. The criteria for short listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not 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 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 might be applied on a principle 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. Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent/temporary and whole time/parttime. The posts are pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration will be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage for each individual post. The purpose of this campaign is to fill immediate urgent vacancies and it is expected that panel placements will cease if expressions are not received within the appropriate processes. Appointment as an employee of the Child & 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: 01/03/2025: €55,793, €56,999, €58,204, €61,418, €62,664, €63,901, €65,155 LSIs (Long Service Increments) are represented by emboldened figures. 1st LSI is paid after 3 years on the max, the 2nd LSI after 3 years on LSI1, and the 3rd LSI after 3 years on the 2nd 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- 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 a currently serving civil or public servant. Working Week The standard working week applying to the whole time equivalent of this post is: 39 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the whole time equivalent of this post is: 23 days: 0 - 5 years’ service 24 days: 5 - 10 years’ service 26 days: 10 years + service days per annum. Superannuation 1. 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 2. A probation period of 39 weeks, or proportion of same for fixed term /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 9 weeks or proportion of same for fixed term/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. 3. Where you have already completed a probationary period with the Child and Family Agency, Health Service Executive, Local Authority, and there is no break in service, no period of probation applies. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Energy Officer
Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Experience, Etc. Candidates shall: (a) hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering; (b) have at least five years satisfactory relevant engineering experience; (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience; and (d) possess a high standard of administrative experience. Essential Skills and Experience Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at interview that he/she has/is: o Energy Awareness Campaigns o SPC o Climate Action o Green Team o Council Meetings Probation: Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation; (b) such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his discretion extend such period; (c) such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary: €59,067 – €82,108 per annum includes 2nd LSI in accordance with Circular letter EL 03/2025. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services, which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Location: Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Hours of Work: The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7 hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A flexi system is also in operation. Health: For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. Annual Leave: Annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. Travel: When required to do so holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. Garda Vetting: Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. Retirement: There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Persons who are NOT new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004 are subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. With effect from 1st January 2013, persons who are pensionable under the terms of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will have a minimum retirement age of 66 years initially rising in line with the State Pension age changes. Members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme have a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Superannuation: Persons who become pensionable public servants on or after 1st January 2013 will become members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme and, as such, will be required to pay contributions of 3% of pensionable remuneration and 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). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of the 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). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration.
Trainee Manager
Main purpose of the role: Support the management team in all aspects of the operation of the store while gaining detailed experience in individual departments throughout the store. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in the retail industry is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills is desirable Experience with fresh food Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Actively participate in all training and development initiatives, and performance assessments Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Gain competence with all aspects of supply procedures €" ordering, delivery procedures, stock rotation and control procedures Manage such departments as are assigned to you Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
