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Description POSITION SUMMARY: The role of the Youth and Community Engagement Worker cuts across several aspects of Jigsaw’s work at local Service level including youth voice and engagement and youth mental health promotion in community and education settings. The role involves delivering a range of youth mental health promotion activities for young people, parents/guardians and those who work and volunteer with young people in settings where they live, learn, work and play. It also focuses on supporting Jigsaw’s youth advocates to participate and have their voice heard in the local Jigsaw Service and to influence decision-making across the organisation. Please note: This is a full time, permanent position based in our Cork Service. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Youth voice and engagement:
Retail Sales Assistant
Why The Works? We don’t just sell products. We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. You sell the paint that turns someone into an artist. You provide the book that unleashes an inner author. You supply the games that help bring families together. You give someone the puzzle book that reconnects them with a late family member’s memory.You never know who someone will become. So with your passion, and our products, you will help ignite the spark within people, allowing them to unleash their creativity, find new passions, hobbies, or rekindle fond memories.The unseen possibilities are limitless, and it all starts with you. Our Perks Are 'The Works' Keyholder Responsibilities If you’re over 18, with training and support, you’ll join us as a keyholder, giving you the chance to take on extra responsibility and build valuable experience. Our store teams can be small, so there will be times when you’re trusted to ‘hold keys’ and take on some management responsibilities when a manager isn’t in store. It’s a great opportunity to grow your confidence and develop the skills that will help you progress in your career. Whenever you’re holding keys, you’ll receive an enhanced rate of pay to recognise these additional management responsibilities. It also gives you brilliant exposure to what it’s like to run a store - helping you build real examples and experiences you can use as you grow with us. When you’re assigned keys, you’ll be responsible for: • Opening and closing the store • Cashing up • Carrying out management responsibilities When you turn 18, we’ll make sure you get the training and support to become a Keyholder to benefit from the development opportunities - and the enhanced pay that comes with the responsibility. Our Purpose To inspire reading, learning, creativity and play 💛💙 Our Values We are Crafty 🎨 | Smart with what we've got. We are Caring 💛 | Heart in every action. We are Can-do 🚀 | Energy that gets it done.
Retail Store Manager
Why The Works? We don’t just sell products.We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. The Works . It literally means everything. And whatever your story or background, we’re all about unlocking imagination and making creativity accessible to everyone. Whether you’re engaging with customers on the frontline or supporting our colleagues behind the scenes, your impact can be profound and far-reaching.This is more than toys and books and art supplies. This is about inspiring people to read, learn, create and play. So, with the right passion, it all starts with you. Become a Retail Store Manager As a Store Manager, you are responsible for leading your store to success. You’ll inspire and develop your team, drive commercial performance, and ensure every customer enjoys a welcoming, well-run, and engaging shopping experience. You’ll take ownership of all aspects of store operations, from people and performance to standards and service. Your mission is to deliver exceptional service, spark brilliant conversations, and help customers with their shopping missions - whether it’s discovering new products they'll love, or finding the perfect gifts for someone else. By getting to know their interests or shopping mission, you’ll be ready to recommend things that surprise, delight, and inspire them. You’ll also play a key role in keeping the store well-stocked, tidy, safe, and welcoming. You help create an environment where everything runs smoothly and everyone feels supported, included and developed in the team. Being a Brand Ambassador Being a brand ambassador at The Works isn’t your job title. It’s the way you bring our brand to life every day through the moments you create. It’s the smile that puts someone at ease, the warm welcome into the store, the way you support your colleagues with kindness and teamwork, the conversation that helps a child discover their new favourite toy, or the encouragement that inspires someone to reconnect with their creativity or their love of reading. These small interactions - the ones that feel ordinary to you, often become extraordinary memories for the people who walk through our doors. Whether you’re on the shop floor, in our distribution centre, or at our support centre, you’ll always be representing our products, services, values and behaviours in a positive and authentic way. You help build trust, awareness and loyalty simply through how you show up. At The Works, we are all Brand Ambassadors. Your Mission
Fundraising Officer
Role & Responsibilities: The Role: We’re looking for a motivated and strategic Fundraising Officer's to help us grow our impact. In this role, you’ll focus on building county-wide connections and delivering innovative fundraising approaches that make a real difference. Instead of managing every detail on the ground, you’ll use smart tools and strategies—like regional fundraising plans, digital drop-in clinics and ready-to-use toolkits—to empower and support our amazing supporters. By making the most of technology, you’ll reduce repetitive tasks and free up time to focus on what matters most: growth, performance and innovation. If you’re passionate about raising more, reaching further, and finding smarter ways to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Campaign and Income Delivery Position Type: Permanent Monday - Friday 9am-5pm Location: Hybrid Role 2/3 days onsite location TBC depending on candidate location Hours: Full-time permanent contract, Monday – Friday, 9am–5pm Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel regularly within your region Salary: €42,000.00
Health and Safety Manager
Contract Type: Permanent, full time Reporting To: Divisional H&S Manager/Site Operations Manager Role Summary: Dawn Meats is a premium meat processor and supplier of choice for a range of leading supermarket, foodservice and restaurant businesses. Established in 1980, Dawn Meats is an industry leader with annual revenues of over €2bn, employing over 8,000 staff in 15 countries and exporting to over 50 countries. Dawn Meats is currently recruiting a Health & Safety Manager to play a key role in leading and managing health and safety across our Ballyhaunis primary production facility. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our Ballyhaunis facility and will be responsible for:
Health and Safety Manager
Role Summary: Dawn Meats is a premium meat processor and supplier of choice for a range of leading supermarket, foodservice and restaurant businesses. Established in 1980, Dawn Meats is an industry leader with annual revenues of over €2bn, employing over 8,000 staff in 15 countries and exporting to over 50 countries. Dawn Meats is currently recruiting a Health & Safety Manager to play a key role in leading and managing health and safety across our Ballyhaunis primary production facility. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our Ballyhaunis facility and will be responsible for:
Electrical Apprentice
Role Summary: Dawn Meats Kildare has a vacancy for an Electrical Apprentice to join our Maintenance team in Kildare town. The Apprentice will be trained in all aspects of the Electrical apprenticeship program. The apprenticeship consists of 7 phases: 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job. SOLAS and the Department of Education and Science have responsibility for providing the off-the-job training, whilst your on-the job training will take place on site with the Dawn Meats Kildare Maintenance team. Responsibilities Successful Candidates should have the following:
Rigid Driver HGV
The primary role will be transport and delivery of goods nationwide on a daily basis in an Rigid Truck (Class 2 HGV) The role is Permanent /Fulltime & is 5am start Duties will include: · Checking all orders against manifests and signing on receipt of orders · Ensuring all delivery paperwork is completed and accurate · Report all delivery issues to customer services/ Management in a timely manner · Report all vehicle maintenance issues to management · Adhere to the Companies Health & Safety Policy · Role is a physical role so candidate will need to be fit and able with manual handling cert Key CompetenciesEssential: · Full Clean C licence (Rigid Class 2) · Digital Tachograph Card · All CPC’s required and in date · Relevant experience in Ireland driving:-Rigid Trucks · Fluent English is essential · Must be flexible · Must be available to complete multidrop nationwide deliveries · Must work to deadlines · Manual handling cert
Accounts Payable Specialist
Accounts Payable The Accounts Payable role plays a vital part in ensuring the financial integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of Primeline’s payment processes. This position is responsible for managing high‑volume invoice processing, maintaining strong supplier relationships, and ensuring that all payments are completed accurately, on time, and in line with company policies and regulatory requirements. Operating within a fast‑paced, process‑driven environment, the role supports cash flow management, financial reporting, and audit readiness while working closely with Finance, Procurement, and internal stakeholders across the business. WHAT WILL YOUR DAY-TO-DAY LOOK LIKE? • Invoice Processing: Review, validate, and process a high volume of invoices in a timely and accurate manner. • Match purchase orders (POs) with invoices to ensure proper approvals and documentation. • Address and resolve discrepancies related to invoices and payments. • Prepare and execute payment runs. • Ensure all payments are processed in accordance with company policies and deadlines. • Monitor cash flow requirements for accounts payable. • Maintain and update supplier accounts. • Address supplier inquiries and resolve payment or account issues promptly. • Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers. • Perform monthly creditor statement reconciliation. • Ensure all payments are properly recorded and discrepancies are resolved. • Adhere to internal controls, accounting standards, and financial regulations. • Generate and analyse accounts payable reports to identify and resolve issues. • Complete and analyse aged creditor and month end reports. • Support audits by providing documentation and explanations as needed. • Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency in accounts payable processes. WHAT SKILLS ARE REQUIRED • You must be eligible to legally work and reside in Ireland. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Excellent organizational and time management skills. • Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reporting. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. • Ability to effectively communicate up, across and down the organisation, across multiple disciplines including operations, field sales, promotional & marketing and commercial teams as well as externally with suppliers and principals. Preferred Competencies: • Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance requirements related to accounts payable. • Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous process improvement. Qualifications: • Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. • Experience: 2-4 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role. • Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is highly preferred but not essential. • Experience in the use of ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. WHO WE ARE Primeline is the largest independent Irish provider of logistics, sales and marketing services for domestic and international brands in Ireland and the UK. We are a privately owned business, in operation for 35 years, with over 1,100 employees across multiple sites in Ireland and the UK. Primeline’s Turnover is in excess of €300 million and we are growing rapidly. We pride ourselves in client relationships with brand owners and decision makers supplying product into the Multiple Grocery, Convenience, Foodservice sectors, and Pharmacy trade. Primeline Group consists of Primeline Logistics, Primeline Express and Johnson Brothers. With over 1,500,000 square feet of warehousing and 400 vehicles, we complete 25,000 deliveries weekly. Primeline is in every town in Ireland, every day. Our people power our success. WHERE WE ARE GOING We continue to develop our leadership teams to ensure that Primeline remains a place where people want to come to work every day, and a place where people can learn and strive towards their future goals. We will continue to create an environment where people can be at their best. Retaining our current customer, blue chip companies and multinational brands and growing new business by providing the best brand execution will be key to our success. We will build the best relationships and partnerships with our principles and customers, and we continue to drive a values-based culture. WHAT DO WE WANT? At Primeline, our core values of respect, teamwork, results, excellence, and courage guide everything we do. We seek individuals who demonstrate empathy and appreciation for diverse perspectives, collaborate effectively with others, and are motivated by achieving outstanding results. You should be committed to continuous improvement, maintain high standards, and have the courage to take initiative and drive innovation. If you resonate with these values and are ready to contribute to a positive and dynamic work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed, we would love to hear from you.
Youthreach Resource Person
Job Purpose: Youthreach is an integral part of the national programme of second-chance education and training in Ireland. It is directed at early school leavers aged between 15 and 20 years and operates on a full-time, year-round basis. Participation in Youthreach offers young people the opportunity to identify and pursue viable options within adult life and provides them with opportunities to acquire recognised certification. All staff and learners in Youthreach will participate in the Youthreach Quality Framework Initiative for planning, evaluation and validation purposes. The Resource Person, who reports to the Youthreach Co-Ordinator on a day-to-day basis, is a core member of the Youthreach staff team. YRR526 – Resource Person working 28 hours per week (16 hours instruction, 12 hours administration). They are not only involved in direct teaching duties but also work closely with centre management in the overall planning, delivery and evaluation of the programme. KEY TASKS: Duties will consist of those appropriate to the position (as set out in C.L. 12/03) which will be assigned to the appointee from time to time by the Youthreach Centre Co-Ordinator / Adult Education Officer / Director FET / Chief Executive / Deputed Officer. The Youthreach Resource Person will work with the Co-Ordinator and the whole staff to: • Keep up to date with the main curriculum and policy developments (local, national and EU) in the area of youth education, training and development, particularly as they relate to their subject area. • Assist in the implementation of a comprehensive and relevant Centre Development Plan for the Youthreach Programme. • Participate fully in the internal evaluation process as set out in the Youthreach Quality Framework. • Meet the statutory requirements set down by QQI, for example Quality Assurance, Programme Validation and Learner Assessment. • Develop and deliver a number of specific learning programmes or courses in line with programme needs. • Conduct initial, formative and summary assessment of trainees’ work in ways that are appropriate and professional and facilitate achievement of recognised certification. • Assist in the provision of first-line guidance and information to the young people and their parents or guardians, as appropriate. • Contribute to the development of Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board Health and Safety policies and procedures and implement these in ways that promote the health, safety and welfare of Youthreach trainees, staff and visitors. • Produce high quality work-related written reports and documents as requested by the Centre Co-Ordinator / Adult Education Officer / Director FET / Chief Executive / Deputed Officer. • Perform a range of administrative duties relevant to the post as directed by the Programme Co-Ordinator. • Participate in relevant training opportunities and use work activities to enhance professional development on an ongoing basis. • Provide locally agreed substitution cover for absent staff and supervise trainees as necessary during breaks and at opening and closing of the centre. • Perform other job-related tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the Centre Co-Ordinator / Adult Education Officer / Director FET / Chief Executive / Deputed Officer. PARTNERSHIP WORKING: • Work in partnership with personnel across Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board Further Education and Training Service to promote integration and enhance Youthreach provision. • Work in partnership with relevant community, voluntary and statutory personnel, agencies and groups in the Ballinrobe area to ensure that the Youthreach Centre is embedded within the local community and meeting the identified needs of young people. • Consult with local stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that maximise the use of the centre for the benefit of young people, parents and families. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and the post holder may be required to perform other duties appropriate to the post as assigned from time to time by the Chief Executive and to contribute to the development of the post while in the role. QUALIFICATIONS: The Youthreach Resource Person will have: • A recognised third level qualification. Desirable: • Qualifications and work experience in delivering Leaving Certificate Applied. EXPERIENCE: The Youthreach Resource Person will have: Experience of delivering QQI and Leaving Certificate Applied. Experience of delivering Metalwork (essential) and other Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI subjects. Relevant experience of working with young people, preferably early school leavers. Working knowledge of a range of assessment and accreditation systems and procedures, for example QQI, Leaving Certificate Applied, Junior Certificate. Working knowledge of a range of teaching and learning methods and approaches appropriate to early school leavers. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS: The Youthreach Resource Person will be highly competent in: • Working as a member of a team. • Using Information and Communication Technologies. • Managing a classroom. • Facilitating groups of learners. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: The Resource Person will have: • Commitment to working from an adult education model • Excellent interpersonal skills • High levels of motivation, flexibility and creativity • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines • Excellent organisational skills Terms and conditions of employment: As per the Department of Education and Youth directives. The Office: The normal working week is a 28 hours (16 hours instruction and 12 hours administration) four-day week basis excluding breaks. The holder of the office shall not engage in any gainful occupation other than as an employee of MSLETB to such an extent as to impair the performance of duties or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of MSLETB or be inconsistent with the discharge of duties. Probation: The successful candidate shall serve a probationary period in accordance with the terms set out in MSLETB’s Probationary Policy. Salary: Salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to MSLETB any fees or monies (other than salary) payable by virtue of the office. Salary scale as per Circular Letter 0007/2026. Current salary scale for Youthreach Resource Person is: €37,904 – €68,153 per year Sick Leave: Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis in accordance with relevant legislation and Department of Education and Youth sick leave circulars. Location or Base: Your normal place of work will be located in the Further Education Centre, Neale Road, Ballinrobe, County Mayo. Transfers to a different Youthreach Centre will be subject to the terms of the TUI or IVEA Transfer Agreement. Start Date: MSLETB shall require a person to take up appointment within a period of not more than six weeks. If they fail to do so, MSLETB shall not appoint them. Business Travel: When absent from home and headquarters on duty, appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to normal Civil Service regulations. Superannuation Contributions: Persons who become pensionable officers of MSLETB who are liable to pay Class D rate of PRSI will contribute 5% of pensionable remuneration. Persons liable to pay Class A PRSI will contribute 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of MSLETB are required, in respect of Spouses and Children Contributory Pension Scheme 1986, to contribute 1.5% of pensionable remuneration or net pensionable remuneration as relevant. Persons who become pensionable officers of MSLETB for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 are liable to pay Class A PRSI and contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable pay.
