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Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Cleaner
Main purpose of the role: Ensure all areas are cleaned to the highest standards and that the cleaning service is maintained throughout the premises. Health and safety awareness, good communication skills and the ability to work as a team are also very important to perform the role. The ideal candidate will have/be: Good communication skills; Understanding of cleaning specification; Flexible hours for deep or heavy cleaning projects; Ability to work in a team; Health and Safety awareness; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment; Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Clean, stock and supply designated facility areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, emptying bins, cleaning toilets etc.) Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities; Carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects; Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs; Stock and maintain supply rooms; Follow all Health and Safety regulations; Perform any other duties or assume any other responsibilities that may be assigned to you from time to time by management.
Digital Programme Officer
The Position This new position will be tasked with implementing the county's Digital Strategy. The role will report directly to the Head of Information Systems, who in turn reports to the Directorate of Finance, Digital Services, Innovation, and Governance. The successful candidate will work with stakeholders including citizens, businesses, visitors, elected representatives, Kildare Public Participation Network, Council Departments, Government agencies, Schools, Universities and the digital community in Kildare on delivering the Kildare County Digital Strategy. This role also involves supporting the ongoing development of telecommunications and broadband services throughout Kildare by collaborating with Regional and National Broadband Action Groups as part of the National Broadband plan, and assuming the responsibilities of the Broadband officer. The Kildare County Digital Strategy, Kildare Konnected (2022 – 2025) was officially launched in 2023. The strategy aims to create an inclusive, progressive, innovative, and connected digital society and economy for the benefit of Kildare’s citizens and businesses. Developing and implementing a new Digital Strategy beyond 2025 will also be a key responsibility of this role. The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel for Kildare County Council from which permanent and temporary posts may be filled in the Digital Programme Officer Grade as vacancies arise. The Role • Deliver Digital Initiatives in Kildare. Some examples include: o Digital Economy – Digitalisation supports for Enterprise. o Digital infrastructure & Connectivity – NBP Rollout & Telecoms upgrade o Digital Skills & Literacy – co-ordination and encouragement for Digital skills training for all citizens with a special focus on all levels in Education. o Digital Society & Culture – Being a catalyst for driving Digital in both cultural and tourism initiatives. o Digital Public Services – Being an advocate for providing services through digital channels. • To develop and implement a Kildare Digital Strategy to encourage the take up of high-speed connectivity amongst all sectors of the population, including the creation of awareness of and the stimulation of demand for broadband services. • To Support implementation of the EU Connectivity Toolbox in Ireland, for example by: o Encouraging the efficient and appropriate use of assets and infrastructure to support telecommunications service improvements. o Advising colleagues, as appropriate, regarding telecoms deployments and use. • To facilitate the successful rollout of the National Broadband Plan by acting as a single point of contact for the NBP contractor(s) and telecommunications companies and relevant Government departments. • Being active members of the Telecoms Action Group (TAG), including attendance at meetings and participation in research and project groups, as appropriate. • To engage with Digital Programme Offices and government departments to stay updated on developments within other local authorities or public bodies. The Candidate It is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he/she has: • Excellent interpersonal skills that enable them to establish positive relationships with staff of the Council, Council Members & other elected representatives, citizens, partners, external agencies, and suppliers etc. • Well-developed presentation and negotiation skills: able to communicate clearly, pleasantly, and confidently with staff and stakeholders both orally and in writing. This is a public-facing role. • Will serve as a dedicated proponent for digital technologies and solutions throughout the county. • Confident in their technical abilities, ability to assimilate technical information related to the implementation of the Digital Strategy and the NBI roll out. • Can work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Able to work on their own initiative and be a self-starter, prioritising work with minimum supervision. • Must be committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and knowledge around developments in digital technology. The role will be primarily based in Naas but also requires engagement with stakeholders throughout the county. The person appointed will be under the direction and control of the Head of Information Systems. They must undertake those duties as assigned to them by their supervisor Duties and Responsibilities The Digital Programme Officer will be expected to carry out the following nonexhaustive list of duties: • The successful candidate Support will be tasked with the development and implementation of the new Kildare’s Digital Strategy (2026 – 2029). • The successful candidate will work with stakeholders including citizens, businesses, visitors, elected representatives, Kildare Public Participation Network, Council Departments, Government agencies, Schools, Universities and the digital community in Kildare on delivering the Kildare County Digital Strategy. • Manages the implementation of actions outlined in the Digital Strategy and leads specific actions as necessary. • Collaborate with the Innovation Team on relevant projects and initiatives that support the objectives of both teams/roles. • Perform the role of Broadband Officer by providing a local point of contact for National Broadband Ireland (NBI), telecoms operators and the public regarding telecoms. Be the appointed person for NBI on the continued successful broadband roll out in County Kildare. • Liaise with operational Departments on the implementation of the National Broadband Plan • Work closely with the Communications Team to prepare and issue communications updates to relevant parties and to develop promotional and marketing activities that create awareness of digital opportunities and stimulate demand for broadband services. • Engage with Digital and Broadband Officers from other Councils and relevant staff from national agencies to keep abreast with arrangements and developments nationally • Attend all relevant Digital and National Broadband Plan meetings as required by the Council and in particular actively co-ordinate, support and deliver on the requirements of the various Council structures set up to assist in the delivery of the Digital Strategy and the National Broadband Plan • To be the first point of contact for engagement with national agencies and telecommunications operators in the delivery of telecommunications infrastructure in Kildare including the National Broadband Plan Qualifications Character: Each candidate must be of good character. Health: Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training and Experience etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree), in a relevant Technology/Computing discipline* and at least 2 years directly relevant**, recent Digital/ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date OR (b) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree), or higher, with Technology/Computing* taken in the final year and at least 3 years directly relevant**, Digital/ICT hand-on experience from your employment to date OR (c) A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. ordinary degree), in a relevant Technology/Computing discipline* and at least 5 years directly relevant**, recent Digital/ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date (d) A qualification at Level 6 on the NFQ major award qualification in a relevant Technology/Computing discipline* and at least 6 years directly relevant**, recent Digital/ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date AND (e) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisations or the ability to acquire such knowledge *A qualification which has a significant digital component, for example computer science, digital media, electronic engineering, information technology, telecommunications. ** Relevant technology/computing hands-on experience should include but is not limited to areas such as managing delivery of computing/technology or digital projects, experience of working in a technical capacity with technology partners, knowledge and experience of current Digital enabling technologies. Please supply copies of any certificates, diplomas or degrees you may have with the application form. *Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Driving Licence Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence, (Link below). They must be a competent driver and, shall drive a car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The council must be indemnified on their insurance. Competencies for the post of Digital Programme Officer Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note to these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by the candidates: Management and Change Strategic Ability Displays the ability to think and act strategically to ensure that their functional responsibility is properly aligned with purpose, mission and vision of the Council. Political Awareness Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the organisation. Networking and Representing Develops and maintains positive and beneficial relationships with relevant interests. Sustains a positive image and profile of the local authority. Bringing about Change Effectively manages the introduction of change; fosters a culture of creativity in employees and overcomes resistance to change. Influencing and Negotiating Brokers agreement with others, to your team’s objectives. Takes a long-term pragmatic view when required. Performance through People Leading and Motivating Leads, motivates and engages others to achieve quality results. Managing Performance Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the operational plan. Communicating Effectively Recognises the value of and requirement to communicate effectively with all employees. Has excellent verbal and written communication skills. Has very good interpersonal skills. Delivering Results Problem Solving and Decision Making Can pinpoint critical information and can address issues logically. Understands the context and impact of decisions made. Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions. Operational Planning Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities and actions for their area of operation, having regard to corporate goals, operational objectives, available resources. Establishes high quality service and customer care standards. Managing Resources Manages the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are used efficiently to deliver operational plans. Drives and promotes reduction in cost and minimisation of waste. Delivering Quality Outcomes Promotes the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services, which are linked to the corporate priorities, with a focus on continuous improvement. Evaluates the outcomes achieved against operational plans, identifies learning, and implements improvements required. Personal Effectiveness Qualifications and Knowledge Achieves a proficient level of knowledge, skills, and formal qualifications, where necessary. Engages in regular critical reflection on feedback and experiences in the workplace and acts on these to enhance personal development. Resilience and Personal Well Being Remains calm under pressure and can separate personal issues from work issues. Values the wellbeing of self and others by managing stress levels and work-life balance. Has a strong sense of self belief. Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement Is enthusiastic about the role and is motivated in the face of difficulties and obstacles. Does more than is required or expected, anticipating situations and acting to pre-empt problems. Takes action within the bounds of own ability. Creates new opportunity. Knowledge, Experience and Skills Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government including service requirements. Knowledge of current local government issues. Understanding of the role of a Digital Programme Officer. Understanding key challenges facing the local government sector and Kildare County Council. Knowledge and experience of Digital strategies and systems. Particulars of Employment The Post The post is whole time (i.e., 35 hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or temporary. Location Kildare County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. Commencement Kildare County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Kildare County Council shall not appoint them. Working Hours The current working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Kildare County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time in line with Government Circulars. Kildare County Council also has a flexi time system in operation, details of which are available from the Human Resources Section. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Kildare County Council requires employees to record their hours using a Clocking system. Reporting Arrangements The Digital Programme Officer will report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any other employee of Kildare County Council as the Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Probationary Period of Employment Where a person is permanently appointed to Kildare County Council, the following provisions shall apply – a) there shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at their discretion, extend such period; c) such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one weeks’ notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts; e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. Remuneration €59,417 per annum to €72,069 per annum (maximum) €74,649 per annum (LSI 1) (after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum) €77,243 per annum (LSI 2) (after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum) On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employees nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g., P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community
Sales Assistant
Sales Assistant - Applegreen Caragh As a Sales Assistant at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Sales Assistant at Applegreen?
Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Manage and motivate your team, ensuring the store operates efficiently and effectively and to provide our customers with the very best customer service experience at all times. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Cleaner
Main purpose of the role: Ensure all areas are cleaned to the highest standards and that the cleaning service is maintained throughout the premises. Health and safety awareness, good communication skills and the ability to work as a team are also very important to perform the role. The ideal candidate will have/be: Good communication skills; Understanding of cleaning specification; Flexible hours for deep or heavy cleaning projects; Ability to work in a team; Health and Safety awareness; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment; Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Clean, stock and supply designated facility areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, emptying bins, cleaning toilets etc.) Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities; Carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects; Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs; Stock and maintain supply rooms; Follow all Health and Safety regulations; Perform any other duties or assume any other responsibilities that may be assigned to you from time to time by management.
Customer Advisor
Key responsibilities Join our team, and you’ll become an expert advisor. An inspiration as well as a guide. The person who gets to know every customer and their home improvement projects. Sales will be important, of course, as will things like managing stock, setting up displays, and making sure your store looks great. When we need to update our ranges in store, you will help make this happen by safely changing the layout and shining the spotlight on new, exciting products. In times where no change is happening, you’ll have the opportunity to be trained in paint-mixing and cutting timber, but truly great customer service will be your main aim. Required skills & experience A great communicator who can think clearly and make sound plans no matter how busy things get, you’ll feel right at home with us. You’re an organised and analytical thinker, and you know how to keep things simple. You also know how to work as a team – supporting your fellow colleagues and working through what you need to do, together. You’ll be happy to expand your skills by using new technology and learning new ways of working. You’re great at working in a team too, and flexible enough to work on a rota that includes weekends, evenings, and bank holidays. What's in it for me? As part of a great team, you’ll be valued for who you are.We’re committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities we serve, where everyone can feel they belong and have equal opportunities . You will have access to a range of networks that represent our colleagues and allies and help us to continue to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business. We also recognise that wellness means different things to different people, and we want to help colleagues be at their best and feel well by offering a range of benefits to help you. As well as a competitive salary, our benefits package includes an award-winning pension scheme, 7 weeks holiday, payroll giving, an Employee Assistance Programme, shopping discounts, colleague wellbeing benefits and lots more! We also provide generous breaks to make sure you’re refreshed and able to perform at your best. So we can support you during the application or interview process, please contact recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk for any recruitment adjustments. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Advisor
About the Role Here at The Perfume Shop, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are always on the lookout for individuals with Talent, a Passion for what we do and a Spark to help achieve our vision. The Role Are you passionate about perfume, and love people? Do you want to be part of a supportive team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Everyday, our expert Sales Advisors work hard to make sure our customers feel valued, confident and special. As a Sales Advisor, it is your role to create an outstanding customer experience and grow sales. Assisting with the daily operational running of the store, you are customer focused, working as part of an amazing and supportive team to deliver against key targets that drive the success of your store. Contracted Hours: 9Contract Type: PermanentPay Rate: €9.68 - €15.24 What You Will Do: You will greet customers and give great service by listening to their needs We’re proud to be the perfume experts, so you’ll be providing advice to customers on their perfume choices. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get all the training you need You will help the team to achieve and exceed store and team targets – and there are fantastic incentives and prizes on offer to recognise success Every customer is a VIP at The Perfume Shop, so you’ll offer every customer a free reward card to maximise their future offers and potential savings What You Will Bring: We believe that you bring Talent, Passion and Spark and in return we will give you the skills and training in perfume to succeed! It really helps if you; Have a talent for getting along with people Have a passion for teamwork, and being successful together Have the spark to love learning about perfume Can be flexible with your work patterns What You Will Get: · We pay commission at Christmas based on store sales and the number of hours worked · We’ll ensure you work regular hours and get your rota at least 4 weeks in advance so you can plan your life outside work · 32 days holiday (pro rata depending on contract hours) · You’re also a VIP to us, so you’ll get 20% off perfume and be able to take part in any customer offers on top · Additional discounts with our AS Watson partners including Superdrug and 3 Mobile · The opportunity to win some great prizes and incentives based on personal, team and store performance · Continuous learning and training to ensure you are always developing · Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay. · Pension, health and wellbeing benefits, + more! We are passionate about ‘Growing Our Own’, so we always encourage our employees to progress internally. As part of this, we offer apprenticeship schemes for all levels! We thank you for your interest, however due to the high volumes of applications, only those successful will be contacted. We do still encourage you to continue applying to any roles of interest you see advertised. The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. The Perfume Shop is part of AS Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 16,500 stores under 12 retail brands in 28 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. For the fiscal year 2023, AS Watson Group recorded revenue of US$23 billion. Every year, it is serving over 5.5 billion shoppers via its O+O (Offline plus Online) platforms, providing tech-enabled retail experience to customers offline and online.
Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness Maynooth are seeking highly motivated entrepreneurial individuals, with a passion for helping others improve their lives through health and fitness. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Personal Trainer to be part of a 24/7 gym in Anytime Fitness Maynooth . Anytime Fitness, the world’s largest fitness franchise with over 4,000 clubs worldwide is now rapidly expanding in Ireland. Anytime Fitness are premium 24-hour health clubs with state of the art facilities and equipment. We are looking for a Personal Trainer to join the team on a self-employed basis. Essentials for this role: Anytime Fitness give unlimited access to all members for personal training and limit the club to four Personal Trainers per club. Sales training can be provided if needed. To be considered for this role you must be legally entitled to work in Ireland. Due to the nature of the role fluent English is required. We do not require the assistance of agencies, please do not call. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
