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Job Title, Grade and Grade Code Advanced Nurse Practitioner, candidate (cANP) Emergency Care Swift Assessment at Triage (SWAT)UHL Grade Code: 2272 The successful candidate will, on completion of the requirements set out in the section entitled Tenure be appointed to the post of Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Location of Post HSE Mid West Acute Services There is currently 1 permanent whole-time vacancy available in the Emergency Department at UHL. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for cANP Emergency Care SWAT from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Ms Jennifer Khan Assistant Director of Nursing Jennifer.khan@hse.ie 087-4515839 Ms Michelle Cooke Director of Nursing michelle.cooke@hse.ie 087-7448697 Recruitment enquiries UHLRecruitment@hse.ie
Speech And Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist, University Hospital
University Hospital Kerry (UHK) is a Level 3 Acute teaching Hospital, providing comprehensive medical and surgical services for adults and children and maternity services to women in the surrounding catchment area. The hospital has 273 inpatient beds and 24 day beds and provides acute hospital services to a catchment area of Kerry, North Cork & West Limerick it services a population of approx. over 180,554. In addition, the Kerry area has quite a large visiting population – Bord Fáilte/ Shannon Development estimate there are approximately 2 million tourists visiting this region annually, principally during the summer months. The 24/7 Emergency department cares for 36,000 Emergency presentations average annual activity levels of approximately 13,000 Inpatient discharges, 11,000 Day Cases Presentations and 54,000 Outpatient Attendances. This Model 3 hospital also provides medical & surgical day OPD which facilitates visiting Consultants. University Hospital Kerry is continually investing and developing the clinical services, to include a new CCU/HDU 6 bedded unit, new extensive laboratory unit, 6th theatre suite and a new purpose built oncology day unit which will complement the following existing services; · 24/7 Emergency Department · 76 Bed Acute Medicine (including 4 Bed Acute Stroke Unit) · 8 Bed Acute Medical Assessment Unit · 15 Bed Surgical Day Ward · 5 Bed Intensive Care Unit · 4 Bed Coronary Care / High Dependency Unit · 38 Bed Maternity Unit · 10 Cot Special Care Baby Unit · 29 Paediatric Beds · 5 Operating Theatres · 11 Bed Endoscopy Day Unit · 13 Bed Oncology Day Ward · 12 Bed Dialysis Unit The Kerry Specialist Palliative Care Service (KSPCS) provided is currently lead by two consultants, 24/7 on-call service which has proven of immense value to the hospital and community in improving palliative care services. The service is currently provided in the following settings: The primary academic partner for the group is University College Cork. HSE South West Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: · Integrated, locally planned and delivered · Easier to access and navigate · Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically-based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry . HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: · South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG · Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH · Midlands Louth Meath Community Health Organisation · Community Healthcare Organisation Dublin North City and County The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region. Services in the South West health region HSE Services working within this region include: · Acute Hospitals · Primary care services · Community services · Social care services · Health and social care professionals · Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare will become part of HSE South West health region from 3rd March, 2025, and the transition to the new structures will be taking place throughout 2025.
Clerical, Data Protection Administrator
JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: Clerical 5 – Data Protection Administrator (Dublin Service) PERMANENT PART TIME CONTRACT (28 Hours per Week) CENTRAL MANAGEMENT, ST VINCENT’S CENTRE, NAVAN ROAD, DUBLIN Salary: €51,206- €61,253*(*LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Ref: 80863 We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and results orientated Data Protection Administrator to join our service. This role would suit an enthusiastic person with a positive can-do attitude. The primary purpose of the role is to provide high quality administrative support for the Data Protection function as required in line with the Core Values of AVISTA. The successful candidate will be working with the Data Protection Officer to support the implementation of AVISTA’s data protection implementation plan to ensure compliance of data management practices under the relevant legislation. This role will also include duties under the Freedom of Information Act and will be involved in a wide range of administrative duties associated with a busy and dynamic office. Interested applicants must possess the following: · Minimum of 3 years administration experience in the public sector or similar organisation. · Excellent administration/clerical skills, including minute taking/ transcription and diary management. · Competent and confident IT skills - Word, Excel, Power Point, E-mail, SharePoint and data gathering. Informal enquiries to Marie Grimes McGrath, Data Protection Officer 086 8189201 Closing date for receipt of applications Tuesday 23rd June 2025 Interview Date – Week commencing 14th July 2025 A panel may be formed from which current and future positions may be filled across Avista Dublin Service. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a substantial number of applications be received. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Avista is a dynamic disability service providing clinical supports and residential services to children with complex disability needs and their families. We have 3 network teams in Blanchardstown, Blakestown & Cabra. You will be joining dynamic, family centred, interdisciplinary teams with excellent access to supervision and support from team. The successful candidates will required to work as part of an Interdisciplinary Team that provide services to 0-18 year old children and young persons with complex needs. The candidates will work in partnership with families within a family centred model. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: Clinical Nurse Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health of Intellectual Disability (CNS CAMHS-ID) CHILDREN’S SERVICES, DUBLIN. PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT (37.5 Hours Per Week) OR PERMANENT PART-TIME CONTRACT (18.75 Hours Per Week) Salary: €59,661 -€75,389* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Ref: 80838 This is an exciting opportunity to join our CAMHS- ID team supporting children and young people up to 18 years of age with mental health needs and a moderate to profound Intellectual disability. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Essential: · Be a registered Nurse on the active Register of Nurses and Midwives held by NMBI. · Be registered in the Intellectual Disability Division of the Register of NMBI. · Have a level 9 post-registration QQI national qualifications relevant to the specialist area (Child and Adolescent Mental Health of Intellectual Disability) prior to application. · Have a minimum of 1 years’ post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 years’ full-time experience in the RNID division of the register. · Have a minimum of 1 years’ experience or an aggregate of 1 years’ full-time experience in the specialist area(Child and Adolescent Mental Health of Intellectual Disability). · Full clean driving licence and use of own car. · Be knowledgeable of Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services for Children with Intellectual Disability (CAMHS-ID) National Model of Service, CAMHS Operational Guidelines 2019, The Health Act 2007,HIQA regulations and Sharing the Vision-A Mental health Policy for Everyone 2020. · Have excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork and effective caseload management skills. · Possess good planning, organisation and effective time management skills together with the ability to work on their own initiative. **Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework; this can be found on the last page of the Job Description Why work with us? Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. Supportive and innovative working environment. Comprehensive Pension Scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement. Free onsite car parking. Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme. Bike to work Scheme. Tax Saver Travel Scheme. Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Lisa Lavelle, Director of Nursing ,Tel; 081 824 5484 Closing date for receipt of applications 23rdJune 2025. A panel may be formed from which future vacancies. Avista reserves the right to close the completion early should a sufficient number of applications be received. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Internal Communications Manager
Invest Northern Ireland is looking for an Internal Communications Manager to join its Marketing & Communications Group. The role You will lead a team to bring creative solutions to how we communicate with our 600+ colleagues in multiple geographies. You will be responsible for delivering initiatives including our annual staff conference, staff briefings, internal awareness campaigns and staff engagement events. You will also oversee the delivery of our internal communication platforms. The Candidate Experience in: Developing and delivering effective multi-channel communications strategies or plans, with a strong digital focus to include intranet, email newsletters and video. Measuring effectiveness of communications activities, including knowledge of analytic tools. Managing relationships and influencing customers/ stakeholders in order to achieve mutually beneficial results; and working as part of a team to deliver shared objectives. Managing a number of communications projects/initiatives simultaneously to meet tight deadlines. Monitoring, planning and controlling budgets, including managing external service providers to deliver strategic objectives . Benefits We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including: Hybrid working Flexi-time Access to NICS Pension Scheme 25 days annual leave plus 12 statutory days If you are interested in finding out more, full details and selection criteria are available online. Online : www.investni.com/careers Email: monitoringofficer@investni.com Telephone: (0)28 9069 8433 quoting the relevant job reference Application packs are available in alternative formats on request. Closing date for receipt of applications is noon BST on Monday 23 June 2025 Invest NI is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community. At this time, it particularly welcomes applications from people with disabilities and from minority ethnic groups.
Exercise Referral Programme Co-ordinator
***Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application form*** Reserve List Whilst the Council are recruiting for a permanent Exercise Referaral Programme Co-ordinator please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Exercise Referaral Programme Co-ordinator positions across the Council District. Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary: To initiate, manage, co-ordinate, develop, and monitor the effective provision of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s - Exercise Physical Activity Referral Programme. This will include the planning and instruction of programmes of physical activity for referred clients with relevant health needs, such as, but not exclusively those people with Coronary Heart Disease / Phase IV provision and obesity problems. Hours of Work: 36 Hours per week The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Work Pattern: Monday to Tuesday: 9am – 5pm Wednesday to Friday: 9am – 4.30pm Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice.
Swimming Instructor
Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary Post-holder will deliver customer support services and swimming tuition at various levels to individuals of all abilities, groups and schools and will assist in the management of the “Learn to Swim” and School Swimming Programmes. The post-holder will provide relief cover for other positions within the Centre such as Lifeguard, Supervisor, Cashier / Receptionist. Duties and Responsibilities Swimming Instructor Duties & Responsibilities 1. Planning, delivery and evaluation of swimming lessons to accredited standards, for the following clients / groups: i) Primary / Secondary school children. ii) Public swimming lessons to children and adults, including lesson programmes leading to swimming awards. iii) Children and adults with physical, learning, mobility and other disabilities. iv) Public water proficiency and water skills courses, where qualified. v) Public Lifeguarding and Lifesaving Courses, including Rookie or similar youth programmes, where qualified. vi) Competitive Swimmers, where qualified. 2. Assisting Centre Management with: i) Planning the programme of lessons, to include the promotion and marketing of swimming lessons and the Centre generally. ii) Liaison with schools, pre-schools, community organisations, sports clubs, disabled and special interest groups. iii) Development and continuous improvement of the Swimming Tuition Programme iv) Public Relations, e.g. photo-calls, drafting of press releases 3. Maintain currency in Swimming Teacher and Special Needs qualifications by completing updates in accordance with requirements of the awarding body, incorporating changes in a timely way into lesson programmes. 4. Responsible for appraising centre management on all matters relating to technical aspects of Swimming Instruction and lesson programming, and for developing activities suitable for Special Needs in Aquatic environment. 5. Responsible for ensuring that all equipment used to support the swimming lesson is checked before commencement of the lesson and is in good working order. 6. Responsible for the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults in the Pool Hall while participating in public lessons. 7. Preparation of reports on Swimming Lesson Programme, and recommending improvements in course delivery and provision. 8. Liaison with parents, teachers, club/ group leaders and members of the public regarding lessons, providing advice and progress reports, customer satisfaction etc. 9. Supervising the activities of Assistant Teachers, pool-side helpers and others, in accordance with Swimming Teaching qualifications. 10. Administering Award Schemes, including assessing and examining pupils, issuingcertificates and/ or badges etc. controlling stock levels, re-ordering awards & stationery. 11. Responsible for implementing rules of personal pupil hygiene in the pool environment. 12. Assisting Centre Management with the arrangement, planning and co-ordination of special events, coaching courses, shows, and swimming galas etc. Pool Lifeguard Duties and Responsibilities 13. Responsible for undertaking lifeguarding duties, as determined by rota, to professionally recognised standards: (i) Keeping a close watch over the pool and the pool users, exercising the appropriate level of control (ii) Communicating effectively with pool users and colleagues (iii) Anticipating problems and preventing accidents (iv) Intervention to prevent unsafe behaviour (v) Identifying emergencies quickly and taking appropriate action (vi) Carrying out rescues from the water (vii) Giving immediate First Aid to any casualty (viii) Supervising a variety of water based activities; swimming tuition, fitness training, diving, school activities, aqua aerobics, canoeing, water polo, sub-aqua etc. (ix) Assisting with crowd control, including the evacuation of the building in an emergency. 14. Responsible for maintaining a strong personal swimming ability, and an appropriate level of physical fitness, to facilitate safe and effective water rescues. 15. Ensure safe management of spinal injuries by team deployment of spinal injury board in accordance with specialised training moderated by the Institute of Qualified Lifeguards. Leisure Attendant Duties and Responsibilities 16. Undertake a range of duties at Newry Leisure Centre, Kilkeel Leisure Centre and other recreational facilities, to include: (i) Patrolling, supervision and security of assigned facilities (ii) Emergency Response (iii) Assembling and dismantling all equipment to be deployed at the facility (iv) Cleaning and Housekeeping (v) Customer Service & Hospitality (vi) Promotional & Public Relations Activities (vii) Access Control (viii) Traffic Control 17. Responsible for applying Pool / Centre Safety Operating Procedures, Normal Operating Procedure and Emergency Action Plan to direct the behaviour and oversee the general safety of the public. 18. Responsible for undertaking the duties of First Aider, with due care to the needs of the recipient, to standards recognised by Council as compliant with relevant legislation and / or Approved Codes of Practice. 19. Perform emergency Basic, Advanced and Extended Life Support duties, and provide appropriate aftercare, by the application of Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation techniques in accordance with European Resuscitation Council, and / or by the competent use of Oxygen Insufflation Devices and Automated External Defibrillators. 20. Perform housekeeping, cleaning and customer service duties as required to standards prescribed in the facility’s I.S.O. 9000 Procedure Manuals and other Quality System Documents. 21. Enforce rules and regulations appropriately for the safety and enjoyment of all patrons. 22. Monitor and assess the conduct of patrons throughout the facility with special regard to the need to protect children and vulnerable adults from danger or inappropriate behaviour, applying Child Protection and Vulnerable Adults Policy and Procedures, as required. 23. Provide support and advice to customers and members of the public, dealing withservice requests and / or complaints appropriately and sensitively. 24. Assist in the administration of the facilities by preparing a variety of written records including Incident Reports, Accident Reports, Witness Statements, Accident Book Entries, Casualty Observation Charts, Quality System and General Housekeeping Records, as required. 25. Provide relief cover for Receptionist / Cashier at meal and tea-breaks, including basic operation of computerised till and booking system, cash-handling, income management and use of telephone switchboard / public address systems etc. 26. Assist in the control of facilities by denying entry to unauthorised persons and by the appropriate application of access control procedures, e.g. inspecting, controlling and collecting user tickets, tokens and session wristbands etc. 27. Participate in the full interchange of duties, hours of work, etc, to cover for staff shortages at all leisure facilities, brought about by sick leave, holiday leave, staff vacancies or any other reason. 28. Participate fully in an annual training needs assessment and thereafter attend regular weekly and other training sessions to ensure Council’s statutory obligations with regard to competency of staff are adhered to at all times. This will include the acquisition and maintenance of qualifications such as National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, Statutory First Aid at Work Certificate, A.E.D. Competency and others, as deemed appropriate. 29. Responsible for safekeeping of assigned equipment, uniforms, lifeguarding aids etc. General 1. C Carry out duties in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Order 1978 (as amended); Acts of Parliament; Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements; and all Council Policies and Procedures including Dignity at Work, Health and Safety, Attendance and all relevant Codes of Conduct. 2. Undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and promote the positive reputation of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. 3. Lead by example by behaving at all times in accordance with the Council’s values and promote same within the organisation and externally. 4. Undertake all aspects of work respecting confidentiality and ensure that personal and/or sensitive information under the control or access of the postholder is used, stored and maintained in accordance with relevant data protection legislation. 5. Contribute to Corporate, Departmental and Regional working groups as required. 6. When required, assist in the execution of the Council’s Emergency and Business Continuity Plans. 7. Promote diversity across the organisation and in the Department by adhering to the Council’s Equal Opportunity policies and procedures and avoiding all forms of discrimination both as an employer and a service provider. The list of duties / responsibilities must not be considered comprehensive nor exhaustive. They are simply a summary of the main duties / responsibilities that the post holder will be required to undertake. No Job Description can cover every issue that may arise within the post at various times and the post holder is expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this Job Description Salary Scale 4, SCP 9-13, currently £26,409 - £28,163 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
Store Manager
Hours: 38.75hours per week Salary: Up to €34,665 per annum DOE, 25% colleague discount, 30-days annual leave pro rata THE JOB Are you passionate about customer service? Keen to continue your career with the largest UK Health and Wellness Retailer? As our Retail Store Manager , you'll be an excellent leader, running the day-to-day management of the store and become a brand ambassador for Holland & Barrett. You'll build a high performing team by recruiting, coaching, training, motivating, and setting clear expectations. Supported by your Regional Manager, you will act as a role model for world class customer service, drive financial performance with sales targets, maintain stock accuracy, set-up store promotional plans and ensure full compliance with health and safety. To become a Health & Wellness specialist you'll embark on a training programme that includes our “Qualified to Advise” and “Healthy Expert” qualifications which are accredited by our awarding body to Level 2 and Level 3. THE PERSON To be successful, we'd like you to show us that you have: We're passionate about helping every colleague thrive across all dimensions of wellbeing, and we're committed to having a diverse and inclusive workplace. In line with our EPIC values (Expertise, Pioneering, Inclusive, Caring), we embrace and actively celebrate all our colleagues unique and varying experiences, backgrounds, identities, and cultures - I am me, we are H&B. Wellness begins with you, start your journey today. THE COMPANY At Holland & Barrett (H&B) we want to empower everyone to live healthier, happier lives. With over 150 years of experience in the industry, we are an internationally trusted brand and the largest health & wellness retailer in Europe. Our ambition is to become the world's most trusted wellness partner, chosen by over 100 million people globally. Vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Assistant Manager
Salary: €14.90 per hour, 25% colleague discount, 30-days annual leave pro rata THE JOB Are you passionate about customer service? Keen to continue your career with the largest UK Health and Wellness Retailer? As an Assistant Retail Manager, you'll support the day-to-day management of the store and become a brand ambassador for Holland & Barrett. You'll partner with the Store Manager to build a high performing team by recruiting, coaching, training, and setting clear expectations. You will act as a role model for world class customer service, drive financial performance with sales targets, maintain stock accuracy, set-up store promotional plans and ensure full compliance with health and safety. To become a Health & Wellness specialist you'll embark on a training programme that includes our “Qualified to Advise” and “Healthy Expert” qualifications which are accredited by our awarding body to Level 2 and Level 3. THE PERSON To be successful, we'd like you to show us that you have: We're passionate about helping every colleague thrive across all dimensions of wellbeing, and we're committed to having a diverse and inclusive workplace. In line with our EPIC values (Expertise, Pioneering, Inclusive, Caring), we embrace and actively celebrate all our colleagues unique and varying experiences, backgrounds, identities, and cultures - I am me, we are H&B. Wellness begins with you, start your journey today. THE COMPANY At Holland & Barrett (H&B) we want to empower everyone to live healthier, happier lives. With over 150 years of experience in the industry, we are an internationally trusted brand and the largest health & wellness retailer in Europe. Our ambition is to become the world's most trusted wellness partner, chosen by over 100 million people globally. Vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
School Warden
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 and have good eyesight and hearing and be active and alert. 3. EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must :- (i) Have a good standard of education to enable him/her to carry out efficiently the duties assigned to him/her satisfactorily and be capable of assimilating the training which shall be necessary for the performance of their duty; (ii) Have the ability to use initiative and judgement; (iii) Have a satisfactory knowledge of health and safety matters; (iv) Have very good communication and interpersonal skills; (v) A thorough knowledge of the Rules of the Road. 4. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. THE ROLE The role of the School Warden is to ensure the safe crossing of school children at or in the vicinity of schools at opening and closing times of schools. The Road Safety Officer has overall responsibility for School Wardens in County Westmeath. A School Warden is recognised by the bright visibility coat and the Stop sign that they carry. School Wardens are empowered under the Roads Traffic Act to stop traffic during times of operation in order to allow school children to cross the road safely. The School Warden service provided by Westmeath County Council caters for hundreds of children attending schools across Westmeath on a daily basis during school terms. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community. Join Westmeath County Council to be part of a team and act with purpose to provide a great service. We offer competitive compensation, supply full training and uniform and the opportunity to contribute to your local area in a valued way. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The person employed shall be required to carry out duties as may from time to time be assigned to them in relation to their employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of duties. The duties of the School Warden will include but will not be limited to :- • Be responsible for the safeguard of any children while using the school crossing/pedestrian crossing between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users. • Be in attendance at the crossing to which they are assigned punctually each day during the school term. • Be required to perform your duties under the direction of the Council’s Senior General Services Supervisor/General Services Supervisor/District Engineer or any member of the Garda Siochana. • In the event of being unable to attend through illness or for any other reason, it is essential that the Senior Supervisor for the District and the School Principal be informed in advance. If possible, the school warden must give at least 24 hours notice if unable to attend for duty. • To ensure compliance with work safety procedures in operation in Westmeath County Council and to full participate in any safety programme that may be implemented. • Be responsible for the custody of materials/equipment in his/her area. • Wear the uniform supplied by Westmeath County Council and use any safety equipment provided. • Be required to make himself/herself available for training programmes as required by Westmeath County Council and he/she shall be required to update this training as necessary. • Before attempting to stop traffic, the warden should consider traffic conditions at this point, whether it is of such a sparse nature that they can wait for a lull before going out to conduct children across, or if it is of such a nature that they will have to make breaks in it. In some areas, it is possible that such lulls will obviate the necessity of much stopping of traffic, but in busy areas or on fast traffic routes, breaks will have to be made. Great care will have to be exercised by the warden in breaking up traffic, due consideration being given to the speed of the approaching traffic and conditions of road and weather. Sufficient time should always be given by the warden for traffic to pull up in safety • To notify the Senior General Services Supervisor/General Services Supervisor/District Engineer and Road Safety Officer immediately of any traffic accident or irregularities that may occur during the performance of duties. • To furnish such records and report relating to the employment as may be required by the employer • If the wardens have any trouble in controlling, or encounter disobedience by the children, they should inform the Principal of the school concerned. Any disobedience by traffic in general should be reported forthwith to the Gardai. In the case of motor vehicles, the description, registration number and so on of person driving, together with time and place of the occurrence, should be noted for the information of the Gardai. Frivolous complaints should, however, be avoided. • The warden should never break up organised convoys, weddings, funerals, parades, or hold up Fire Appliances or Ambulances for the purpose of allowing children to cross. The warden should wait for suitable opportunities when they have passed. Heavily laden horses should not be held up on inclines. • School Wardens must be flexible and be prepared to perform their duties at any location within reason as directed by the Line Manager. • To carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Supervisor /District Engineer/Road Safety Officer or as delegated. Particulars of Office 1. The Post: The School Warden post is part time and pensionable. 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 will be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Employment will be suspended during periods of closure of the particular school or schools for holidays or any other reason and during other such periods as may be determined by employer. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current pay scale applicable to this post is €17.37 - €19.42 per hour as per Circular EL 03/2025. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfatory performance. 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. 3. Location Permanent Part-time School Wardens will be based at the following pedestrian crossing or school. • MULLINGAR TOWN, COUNTY WESTMEATH Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council or any other school crossing managed by the Council, now or in the future. Changes to location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. 4. Working Hours: The working hours are currently a maximum of 3 hours per day (15 hours per week): Hours can vary depending on assignment. An example of one current work pattern would be from 8.30am to 9.30am and from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The Council reserves the right to vary these working hours and times at its discretion, depending on the requirements of the school or the employer. The School Warden must be flexible in terms of working hours and availability to work. It shall be the responsibility of the warden to remain on duty each day for such hours as are necessary to protect children proceeding to and from school via the warden’s duty point FULL ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED DURING SCHOOL TERMS I.E. WARDENS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO TAKE HOLIDAYS DURING SCHOOL TERMS. 5. Annual Leave & Public Holidays Entitlement Public holiday and annual leave will be granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the nationally agreed annual leave scheme for the sector. The annual leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Annual leave entitlements for School Wardens will be 8% of overall hours worked. FULL ATTENDANCE WILL BE REQUIRED DURING SCHOOL TERMS I.E. SCHOOL WARDENS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO TAKE ANNUAL LEAVE DURING SCHOOL TERMS 6. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations 2014 as amended will prevail. 7. Probation There shall be a period after appointment takes effect during which the person appointed shall hold office on probation. (a) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period; (b) the person appointed shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of the person in such office is satisfactory. 8. Superannuation & Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect of their Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation(Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they belong. • For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching 65 years of age. • The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is 65. There is no mandatory retirement age. • Effective from 1st January 2013, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks: - Retirement age is set, initially, at 66 years; this will rise in step with statutory changes in the State Pension Contributory (SPC) age to 67 years in 2021 and 68 years in 2028. - Compulsory retirement age will be 70. 9. Recruitment Shortlisting: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Westmeath County Council may decide that a number only will be invited to same. In this respect, Westmeath County Council provide for the employment of a short-listing process to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position based on the specific competencies identified in the job description. An expert board will examine the application forms against a pre-determined criterion based on the requirements of the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/ experience on the application form. On occasion a shortlisting interview may take place. Competitive Interview: Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. The number of persons to be invited shall be determined by the Local Authority having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Interviews will be held via ‘face to face’ interview. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview. A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may within the life of the panel be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise.
