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Early Years Assistant (DP23YO) (Ref: E/EYA/B/326) Permanent - 20 hours per week 11 month contract (July off) Bangor Sure Start £12,879.62 per annum Main Duties and Responsibilities: To implement a child-centred and welcoming environment. To ensure a safe, stimulating and varied programme of play and learning opportunities are provided for the children within the Developmental Programme for 2 – 3 Year Olds / Little Stars programme, suitable to the child’s age and stage of development. To ensure planning occurs to meets children’s individual needs that takes into account children’s abilities, interests, language and cultural backgrounds, reviewed as necessary and to ensure ongoing creative evaluation of the programme (s). To work with the team ensuring that the environment is organised both inside and outside to ensure that resources and equipment are available, compliant and appropriate to meet the needs of the individual children. To develop and deliver the Developmental Programme for 2 – 3 Year Olds / Little Stars programme as outlined in the Lisburn Sure Start yearly business plan that provide a purposeful, stimulating environment rich in learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors. To establish effective and empowering relationships with parents enabling them to develop their children’s maximum potential. To develop and deliver the programme ensuring that it promotes and actively encourage parents to play alongside their child / children. Whilst offering developmentally appropriate play and development opportunities for the child and their parent / carer. To provide support for all children’s emotional and social needs by promoting positive behaviour through role modelling and work performance. Maintain up to date knowledge of all Bryson Pathways and Bangor Sure Start Projects policies and procedures affecting children. To open, maintain and accurately record as required by the job role and ensure compliance to good record management and information systems. To take part in local events to promote the work of the Bangor Sure Start and to contribute to the development and preparation of promotional materials, where necessary. Essential Criteria: NVQ Level 3 Child Care qualification or equivalent. Consideration will be given to those who are working towards qualification One year’s experience of working in the early year’s sector 2 GCSE’s at grade C and above including English Language and Mathematics or equivalent Clean drivers’ licence, access to transport and Business (Class) Car Insurance for the vehicle and driver Desirable Criteria: Experience of working within a Developmental Programme for Two – Three year olds Completion of the Developmental Programme for Two to Three Year Olds Training Application: A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment. Bryson adheres to Access NI Code of Practice available upon request. For more information, or a full job description/person specification, please contact the Human Resources Department Tel: (028) 9084 8494 or email: recruit@brysongroup.org Application packs are downloadable from https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home, where there is also the option to apply online. The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is: Monday 13th April at 12pm
People And Culture Assistant
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a People and Culture Assistant to join our team based at our Central Office on the Ormeau Road, Belfast. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Sales Assistant
Sales Assistant - Applegreen St Margarets 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?
Executive Parks & Landscape Officer
QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health: Candidates must be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, each successful candidate must, before appointment, undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 3. Education and Experience: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Education: Candidates shall hold a qualification in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Natural or Environmental Science (Level 8 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications). (b) Experience:
Access Officer
BACKGROUND Dublin is an international capital city and is the economic engine of the region and the State. Dublin City Council has a unique and critical role in local government: it is the largest local authority in Ireland, with 63 Elected Members representing and serving 588,000 people in the city area. It plays a pivotal role in the provision of services to the almost 1.5 million people in the Dublin Region, and in ensuring that the city can welcome and support a large number of visitors daily for employment, business, recreation, and tourism. Dublin City Council takes the lead role in shaping the strategic vision of Dublin as a dynamic and sustainable city and seeks to continually enhance the city’s attractiveness as a place in which to invest, to work, to live, and to visit. With an annual expenditure of almost €1.8 billion (revenue and capital) and a workforce of 6,200 (FTEs), the City Council provides a diverse, multi-layered, and evolving range of services and infrastructure to both citizens and visitors to Dublin that sustain the life of the city. These services include the provision of housing, planning, development, economic, environmental, roads and traffic, fire and emergency, leisure, cultural, and community services. Many of these services, including traffic, drainage, and fire and emergency services, are provided on a regional basis for the Greater Dublin Area. The continuing development and renewal of the city’s infrastructure, urban fabric, and facilities, in conjunction with other public authorities, is a key feature of the Council’s role and an essential support to the national economy. The Council has a critical role in supporting the economic growth and development of the city, its cultural and recreational life, and makes a major investment in social inclusion and community development through a wide range of housing, community, and area-based services. The Council is increasingly exploring new and innovative ways to tackle city challenges, particularly as they relate to climate and sustainability, and to deliver services while meeting citizens’ changing expectations, achieving efficiencies, and continuing to meet the demand for increased accountability. THE JOB The Access Officer is a key strategic role within Dublin City Council, responsible for advancing accessibility, inclusion, and equality across all Council services and public-facing activities. This position underpins the Council’s commitment to creating a city that works for everyone, including disabled people, neurodiverse individuals, older persons, and others who experience access barriers. The Access Officer will work across departments and with external stakeholders to embed accessibility into policy, service design, infrastructure, digital platforms, and public engagement. The role is central to Dublin’s ambition to lead the way in building an inclusive and accessible urban environment, promoting accessible public events, and equitable housing provision. The role supports the implementation of relevant legislation, particularly the Disability Act 2005, the Equal Status Acts 2000 to 2015, and the Public Sector Duty under the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014. It also aligns with Ireland’s commitments under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and the National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the role of Access Officer will be a strategic, empathetic, and solutions-focused professional with a strong understanding of accessibility and inclusion in the public sector. They will demonstrate: • A clear understanding of the diverse needs of people who experience access barriers, including disabled people, neurodiverse individuals, older persons, and others. • A strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Disability Act 2005, the Equal Status Acts 2000 to 2015, and the Public Sector Duty under the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014. • Familiarity with international frameworks such as the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and the EU Disability Strategy 2021–2030, and the ability to apply these in a local government context. • Familiarity with the National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030, and an understanding of its relevance to local authority service delivery and planning. • Experience working with Disabled Persons Organisations (DPOs) or other advocacy groups, ensuring that lived experience informs policy, service design, and accessibility improvements. • A good understanding of the structure, functions, and responsibilities of local government in Ireland, and experience working within or alongside public sector organisations. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across departments and with external stakeholders. • Proven ability to deliver training, conduct access audits, and contribute to policy development and service improvement. • A commitment to universal design, equality, and human rights. • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate legislation and policy into practical outcomes. • A collaborative mindset and the ability to work constructively with others to achieve shared goals. QUALIFICATIONS Character: Each candidate shall be of good character. Health: Candidates shall be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training, Experience, etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications: (a) (i) Have obtained at least a Grade D (or 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 (ii) 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 (b) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (c) Hold a third-level qualification of at least degree standard, and (d) Have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation, and control of staff. Desirable: A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable. Areas of study may include Disability Studies, Equality and Human Rights, Inclusive or Universal Design, Architecture or Engineering with an accessibility focus, Public or Social Policy, Community Development, or Health and Social Care with relevance to disability services. Such qualifications should reflect a strong academic foundation in the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and the legal and policy frameworks that support the rights of disabled people. Candidates are required to upload documentation for the qualification with their online application. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination/comparability statement from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and a translation if necessary. Candidates who do not submit required documentation by closing date will be deemed to have an incomplete application. DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to: • Provide Accessibility Support: Provide, arrange, and coordinate assistance and guidance to persons with disabilities in accessing Dublin City Council services, facilities, and information. • Ensure Legislative Compliance: Support compliance with statutory obligations under disability and equality legislation, including the Disability Act 2005 and Equal Status Acts. • Maintain Accessibility Policies: Regularly review and update internal accessibility policies and procedures to reflect legislative changes, best practice, and evolving service needs. • Custodian of Knowledge Base: Maintain the knowledge base ensuring information is accurate, accessible, and updated. • Promote Organisational Awareness: Promote awareness of accessibility and inclusion across all departments and staff levels. • Communicate Progress and Impact: Ensure the Council’s progress in addressing the access and service needs of disabled people is communicated internally, within the community, and more broadly. • Support Disability Equality Training: Assist in the development and delivery of training for staff. • Conduct Access Audits: Carry out or arrange access audits of Council buildings, services, and events, advising on improvements in line with best practice and legal requirements. • Contribute to Strategic Programmes: Support programmes that advance accessibility and inclusion, including the National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030 and the DPO Consultation Framework. • Coordinate with DPOs: Sustain engagement with Disabled Persons’ Organisations (DPOs) and advocacy groups, ensuring inclusive and representative consultation. • Support Accessibility Champions: Identify and support staff to act as accessibility champions, embedding inclusive practices throughout the organisation. • Promote Accessibility Leadership: Encourage accessibility leadership by supporting internal networks, mentoring champions, and contributing to a culture of inclusion. • Other Duties: Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as assigned. Duties may vary over time, reporting to the Chief Executive or designated Officer. SELECTION PROCESS • The post will be filled through a public competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council. • Eligibility and shortlisting will be based on information supplied in the application form and assessment questions. • A panel may be formed from which appointments will be made. Panel life is one year. • Appointees may be required to take up the position within one month unless extended by the Council. • Successful candidates may undergo pre-employment medical and reference checks. Shortlisting: Candidates may be shortlisted based on their application forms and responses to assessment questions, reflecting skills and experience essential for the role. Interview: Competency-based interviews will assess: • Management and Change • Delivering Results • Performance through People • Personal Effectiveness • Local Authority Knowledge & Experience SALARY €60,611; €62,095; €63,826; €65,563; €67,300; €68,852; €70,442; €71,982; €73,518 (Maximum); €76,149 (1st LSI after 3 years satisfactory service on Maximum); €78,795 (2nd LSI after 3 years satisfactory service on 1st LSI). Entry point determined by Departmental Circulars. Rate may be adjusted in line with Government policy. Working hours are 35 hours per week. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) Permanent, whole-time, and pensionable. (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to assign an employee to any Department. (c) One year’s probation applies. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must be, by the date of application: a) An EEA citizen (EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), or b) A UK citizen, or c) A Swiss citizen pursuant to the EU-Switzerland agreement, or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA, UK, or Swiss citizen with a Stamp 4 visa, or e) A person granted international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or family member entitled to remain, with a Stamp 4 visa, or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is an EEA, UK, or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa. Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds and reserves discretion to vary requirements subject to business needs.
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 €460+ 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 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.
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 €460+ 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 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.
Assistant Branch Operations Manager
Due to our growth and expansion within our motor factor network, we are looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our team at NAPA Auto Parts in. As Assistant Branch Manager your focus will be on supporting the branch manager in maximizing sales and achieving targets whilst ensuring first-class service to all our customers. The ideal candidate will already be working in the automotive industry as an Assistant Branch Manager or will be an experienced Motor Factor Parts Advisor looking for progression. Having recently entered the Irish market this an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, highly motivated automotive professionals to help establish and expand our brand in Ireland. An opportunity to be a part of our journey and share in our success as we continue to establish ourselves as a market leader in Ireland, Europe and worldwide. Responsibilities: Assist the Branch Manager with the following: • Achieve branch sales, margin and targets. • To ensure a first-class service to all our customers. • To drive the branch team focusing on great customer service and communication. • To drive the branch team to achieve sales and Promotional targets. • Manage and control branch and running costs. • Manage stock control, including stock taking and adjustments. • Manage cash handling and control of specific customer accounts. • Support the organisation’s senior management in implementing and maintaining policies and procedures. • Communication to your team, key aims and objectives. • Responsibility for the daily running of all aspects of the branch. • Responsibility for maintaining health and safety within your depot. • You must be self-driven and enjoy working as a team to achieve results. To be successful in this role:
Senior Library Assistant
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of the local government library service, of current issues, future trends and strategic direction of library services and an understanding of the role of the Senior Library Assistant in this context • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills • Demonstrate the ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with customers • Have effective budget management skills • Have experience of planning/prioritising to meet targets and delegating work appropriately • Have experience of problem solving/decision making • Demonstrate openness and a willingness to adopt new ways of working and involve others in change Desirable Requirements Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall: • Possess a high level of ICT proficiency, digital and social media • Have an ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance, ethics and standards are adhered to and maintained Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. JOB DESCRIPTION Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, "The Library is the Place" (2023–2027) and the local library development plan The Kilkenny Library Development Plan 2025–2029 "Creating Vibrant and Sustainable Communities”. The Senior Library Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Kilkenny. 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 role requires that employees function in a flexible manner and work effectively together as a team to deliver required outcomes or outputs. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to: • Dealing proactively and professionally with customers across a range of platforms – electronic, phone and in person • Management of information systems and ICT systems • Supervision of staff attendance and performance management • Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, managers and customers in relation to operational matters for their work area • Networking and community engagement • Contributing to publicity and promotional activities • General branch management and development • Contributing to events programming – workshops/story times/lectures • Cash and budget management • Ensuring good governance in his/her area of responsibility in respect of health and safety, child protection, data protection, business continuity and other relevant matters, in accordance with Council policies • Maintenance and review of statistical and financial records • Support the library management team/line manager in the implementation of work programmes and initiatives in delivering national and local library strategies and as required by the Council’s objectives and operational plans • Any other duties that may be assigned as part of the overall functioning of the Library Department 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. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which Permanent, Fixed Term, Specific Purpose and where applicable Acting-Up contract posts may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €36,113 minimum of the scale to €55,460 maximum of the scale inclusive of LSI’s. 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 SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013 Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions. ‘Non-New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995 Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary towards Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. PENSION ACCRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme shall apply. PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: • There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation • Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period • 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 PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE / EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to respond to a medical questionnaire which is submitted to a qualified medical practitioner nominated by Kilkenny County Council. HOURS OF WORK The post is wholetime. The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week which equates to a 7-hour day. Five days over a six-day period at any time from Monday to Saturday, including evenings every week. The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The person appointed may be required to work outside of normal hours on occasion. Hours may be subject to change as required. The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL The holder of the post must hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement or 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. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: • Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy • Note business class on their personal policy • Ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates. If during your employment your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. LOCATION The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process may include: • Submission of completed applications and required supporting documents • Eligibility and shortlisting of applicants on the basis of information submitted • A competency-based interview which may be conducted face to face or remotely • Panel formation STAGE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS Applicants should complete the Application Form online via the advert link or through the www.kilkennycoco.ie link. Applicants are required to submit their applications electronically, along with the required documentation. Applicants should retain a copy of their Application Form for their own personal reference. Once fully completed applications supported by the prescribed evidentiary proof of meeting minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements are submitted, this information cannot be amended. When completing the employment history section on the Application Form please ensure all periods of employment and unemployment are recorded and accounted for. The submission of photo identification is an essential requirement and can include one of the following forms of ID only: Passport, Drivers Licence, Public Service Card or Safe Pass. STAGE – ELIGIBILITY & SHORTLISTING OF APPLICATIONS Kilkenny County Council will conduct a preliminary verification of eligibility of applicants. This will comprise both the minimum requirements as outlined and the mandatory documentation specified for the competition. The decision of Kilkenny County Council as to the applicant meeting the eligibility criteria is final. Kilkenny County Council may decide, due to the number of applicants, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. This may involve a desktop analysis of applications and/or a shortlisting interview. Shortlisting may be based on eligibility criteria, qualifications, relevant experience, competencies and other relevant information submitted on the Application Form. Kilkenny County Council reserves its right to shortlist applicants in the manner it deems most appropriate.
Learning Support Officer
LOCATION: The post-holder will be required to work in any of the College’s buildings as necessary. SALARY/GRADE: Band 5 (£32,597 - £36,363) TERMS & CONDITIONS: Support RESPONSIBLE FOR: The post holder may supervise staff. JOB PURPOSE: To contribute to the development, maintenance and co-ordination of a range of support services for students with disabilities, learning difficulties or long-term medical conditions in order to ensure that students are able to participate fully in their chosen course of study. To assess, monitor and review the additional support needs of students with disabilities, learning difficulties or long-term medical conditions and implement support strategies in line with the requirements of the student pathway in a busy environment. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES To assess and determine the support requirements for students including examination access arrangements, personal and technical support. To identify suitable provision for additional support within existing budgets and guidelines: follow associated policies and procedures. To complete, monitor and review individual student support plans. To review support strategies for students with disabilities, learning difficulties or long-term medical conditions in conjunction with relevant academic staff. To provide information and advice to staff and students in relation to the appropriate procedures for the administration of the Additional Support Fund, Disabled Student Allowance, the implementation of examination arrangements and other support services within the organisation. To provide information, guidance and advice to existing staff and students and prospective students with disabilities. To advise course teams on the implementation of effective classroom strategies which will enable students with specific learning difficulties to successfully complete their course of study. To input, collate and analyse relevant information for reporting and funding purposes. To liaise with external voluntary and statutory agencies in order to ensure a comprehensive service is provided in order to support Belfast Metropolitan College students with a disability and/or additional support need. To contribute to the development of operational procedures and codes of good practice. To assist the Centre Manager with operational tasks. To participate in the selection of staff, in line with recruitment and selection training. To ensure staff maintain a high regard for customer service. General To contribute to the achievement of the College’s mission, values and strategic directions. Participate in the College’s performance appraisal system. Participate in College developments, attend internal and external meetings and training programmes required. Adhere to general standards of conduct embodied in College policies. To implement and embed the College’s equality and diversity policies and respond to its equality and diversity duties as they relate to all stakeholders. Act, if directed, as fire marshal or warden. Carry out, if directed, the role of first aider. To undertake such other relevant duties as may be reasonably expected of the post holder. Essential Criteria Qualifications EITHER hold a qualification at a minimum level 5 (e.g. HND) plus have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of assessing and implementing a range of support interventions necessary to meet the needs of young people of post primary age or adults with disabilities, learning difficulties or long-term medical conditions. OR hold a qualification at a minimum level 4 (e.g. HNC) plus have a minimum of 3 years’ experience of assessing and implementing a range of support interventions necessary to meet the needs of young people of post primary age or adults with disabilities, learning difficulties or long-term medical conditions. Knowledge / Experience Demonstrate a working knowledge of the implementation of Examination Access Arrangements for young people of post primary age or adults with disabilities. Experience managing multiple client caseloads in a responsive and efficient manner. Experience using Microsoft Office applications. Competencies The competencies required for effective performance in post are: Specialist Knowledge Planning, Prioritising & Organising Relationship Management Information and Data Analysis Customer Service Orientation Communication and Personal Impact
