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Remuneration The Salary scale for the post as at 01/02/2026 is: €36,288, €37,752, €39,294, €39,704, €40,711, €41,582, €42,836, €44,136, €45,484 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the Post The purpose of this role is to assist and support the delivery of a quality, safe, efficient, caring radiology & imaging service under the supervision and direction of Radiography Service Manager(s) or designate. The primary role of the Radiography Assistant is to assist Radiographers, Radiologists & Radiology Nursing staff with the general day to day management of patient care and associated duties in the Radiology Department. The assignment will be primarily to the Radiology Service at St Dympna’s Hospital Carlow with rotation to St Lukes’s Hospital as per service requirements. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Radiography Assistant role involves: • The duties outlined hereunder • Any other duties that may be necessary in the context of Radiology department which may vary depending on the care setting. The successful candidate will be part of an effective team dedicated to the delivery of high quality service to patients and must demonstrate a caring and responsible approach to duties carried out and will work under the guidance and supervision of radiographers. Duties will be according to the requirements of the specific work area and the day to day needs of the Department. Under the general direction and control of the Radiography Services Manager, the Radiography Assistant will be responsible for the following: Core Responsibilities The Radiography Assistant will: • Work with Radiography, Medical and Nursing staff providing appropriate care to patients. • Respect and maintain the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the patient in relation to all activities as per statutory requirements. • Ensuring patient transfers are made in a timely fashion from wards and other departments/area as directed by the radiographers. • Liaise with the portering & ward staff to. Responsible for co-ordinating and liaising with Portering services staff, ward staff and Radiographers regarding x-ray scheduling for in-patients and arranging appropriate patient transport. • Assist other staff with the transport, lifting, moving and positioning of patients within the department when necessary, in accordance with the Hospital Manual Handling Policy. • Assist in the transfer of non-ambulant patients from trolleys, beds and wheelchairs to imaging couch and back safely, repositioning patients in chairs and beds and ensure their comfort and safety. • Accompany and assist Radiology staff in the transfer of patients to other areas within the hospital and outside the hospital as required, including pushing and or pulling of beds, trolleys, wheelchairs and any other mobile equipment as directed by the Radiography Services Manager(s) or designate. • Liaise with the Radiographer regarding patients’ attendance in the department. Inform the Radiographer or Nursing staff if any patient requires assistance. Observe patients and report any concerns back to the Radiographer. • Be alert to patients with special needs and inform the Radiographer or Nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. • Assisting Radiographers in the preparation of patients for examinations. • Assisting patients with dressing, undressing and putting on gowns as directed by the Radiographers. • Assist and monitor patients while they are taking preparations for examinations. • Help and support patients prior to and after procedures/examinations and ensure patients comfort at all times pre and post examination where necessary (e.g. provision of blankets etc.). • Greeting patients at the Reception Desk, escorting patients to the appropriate waiting area and/or into changing cubicles when required. • Accompany patients undergoing imaging procedures when necessary. • Reassure patients in department waiting areas when examinations are delayed and give a reasonable estimate of when examination will be completed. • Assist with patient hygiene needs (e.g. bedpans, emesis bowls etc.). • Accompany and supervise infirm patients to the toilet. Remain and assist in patient toileting. • Assist with patient hygiene needs (e.g. bedpans, sick bowls etc.) • Prepare and serve food / refreshments / beverages to patients as requested by the radiographers and nursing staff. • Help and support patients / assist in the feeding of patients as required • Assist with confused or agitated patients while in the department and remain with and monitor patients that require supervision. • Assist patients with walking as requested. • Assist with monitoring patient’s children, if necessary, while procedures are being performed. • Assist with emergency first aid as directed. General Duties The Radiography Assistant will: • Work in any area within the Radiology Service as may be required in agreement with the Radiography Services Manager. • Contribute to customer care by carrying out basic reception/phone cover as and when required. • Assist where necessary in certain administrative tasks as assigned by the Radiographer, including using the telephone effectively and efficiently, dealing with queries when possible, passing on clear messages and locating appropriate personnel using the inter-com system when necessary. • Provide administration support within the department as required by the Radiography Services Manager(s) or designate. • Ensure patient notes are collected when requested and contribute to the maintenance of updating patient/client documentation/ electronic records. • Collect patient documentation and charts from reception, wards etc and ensure all paperwork is correct for each individual patient. • Comply with protocols for documentation & recording statistical data. • Assist with the disposal of confidential waste. • Carry out any appropriate duties requested and clean up afterwards. • All aspects of general housekeeping in the area of work - assist in maintaining order, cleanliness, tidiness & safety of procedure rooms and changing cubicles in accordance with hospital infection control and department guidelines. • Ensure adequate supply and rotation of stock. Monitor and replenish stocks and consumables in the general x-ray rooms and other imaging areas on a daily basis as required. Maintain orderly storage of radiology & general clinical supplies in addition to relevant clerical supplies - forms & information sheets. • Collection / delivery of supplies and equipment when required. Unload and put away all stores into the designated areas. • Change linen/paper rolls on imaging tables, couches and trolleys. • Assist Registered Professional in preparing patients for procedures and assisting where necessary during procedures ensuring the care and comfort of all patients (i.e. provide appropriate information about the process, application of pressure and dressings post procedure, prepare dressing trolley area etc) • Assist Radiographer with procedures (i.e. preliminary Triple ID, set up aseptic trolley, open required instruments, decontaminate area following biopsy) • Ensure linen cupboards and linen trolleys are kept tidy and stocked. • Deliver and check specimens to laboratory where applicable. • Assist patients with dressing and grooming • Check hoist & battery as required. • Attend in-service training/instruction as required. • To carry out any other duties relating to day-to-day operation as directed by the Radiography Services Manager(s)/Clinical Specialist Radiographer or radiographer in the assigned area. • Attendance may be required in the event of the Major Incident Plan being activated. • Locate and bring oxygen supply or suction equipment to the patient as directed by the Radiographer • Ensure oxygen cylinders are full and that used suction equipment is replaced. • Training will be given in use of oxygen cylinders and suction equipment. • Assist with weighing patients if necessary. • Assist with issues relating to day-to-day department operation such as Stores, Pharmacy, Catering and Laboratory. • Use PPE when required. • Carry out any other duties relating to day-to-day operation as directed by the RSM(s) or Clinical Specialist/Senior Radiographer in the assigned area Specialised Radiology Duties The Radiography Assistant will: • Follow instructions, carry out tasks and adhere to safety procedures, as directed by the Radiographer, in line with the department and hospital policies. • Read and observe the SLGH Radiation Safety Procedures. • Assist and take part in audit and quality assurance programmes. • Assisting in the movement of mobile imaging equipment as required. • Take part in routine inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures. • Assist with the preparation of patients for imaging procedures/ examinations - ensuring ‘prep’ is delivered to wards or administered to patient as required/appropriate (e.g. ensuring full bladder prior to ultrasound pelvic scans, delivery of oral contrast to wards). • Be an efficient user of the Radiology Information System (RIS) and any other systems required to fulfil the duties on a daily basis. • Undertake basic clerical duties on the Radiology Information System (RIS), to include organising patient attendances, scanning of relevant documentation and monitoring the worklist (training will be provided). • Assist in the retrieval of previous images for patients to include duties as may be assigned by the PACS Manager. • Chaperone patients during intimate examinations as required by the radiographer. The role will involve rotation to the following areas in Radiology (but not limited to), with potential future development in other areas General X-Ray – St Dympna’s Hospital Carlow • Welcome patients and their family/guardians to the imaging service in a professional manner. • Escorting patients and relevant paperwork to the appropriate waiting area and/or into changing cubicles • Monitor general waiting areas - reassure patients in waiting areas when examinations are delayed and give a reasonable estimate of when examination will be completed. • Assist the radiology staff with preparing the rooms each morning and afternoon. This includes changing the linen each morning and evening and after an infectious case. • Clean all the x-ray equipment daily in line with hospital infection control guidelines. This includes x-ray table, erect bucky and console area. • Assist in cleaning x-ray rooms & equipment after infectious cases. • Participate in cleaning schedule appropriate to the area for patient related equipment (e.g. drip stands, suction, sponges, hoist etc). • Ensure each room is stocked with gloves, gowns, blankets, sheets etc. • Check suction & oxygen points are functioning and ready for use each day. Ensure pocket mask in each room. • Clean lead aprons and thyroid shields when required. • Clean DR detectors. • Call patients in for their examinations & help them to undress if necessary. • Assist radiographers/nurses with cleaning and tidying room after each patient when required. • Assist radiographer with patient during examination if required • Ensure changing cubicles are clean and tidy prior to use and are kept fully stocked with gowns with used gowns disposed of appropriately. • Patient positioning sponges to be cleaned after each patient use CT • Prepare oral contrast each morning and afternoon, or when required by CT radiographers. • Take oral contrast to ward for in-patients as directed by CT radiographers. • Clean CT scanner and patient equipment. • CT table top, Gantry & pump injector. • Drip stand. • Assist with restocking when required. • Check laundry stores in inpatient waiting area cupboards. • Change laundry basket in scan room when needed. • Replace sharps bins/yellow bags as required. • Assist staff with patient transfers when required. This may include use of hoist. • Assist radiographers with cleaning of room after infectious case. • Assist radiographers with prescreening of questionnaires. Ultrasound • Escort patients to and from the ultrasound examination rooms. • Assist the Sonographer/Radiologist with the workload, including managing the daily patient list and assisting with sterile procedures. • Assist the Radiographer/Radiologist during Ultrasound scans. • Chaperone for intimate ultrasound examinations as requested. • Ensuring patient is ‘arrived’ on RIS system. • Liaise with wards regarding patient transport and preparation for ultrasound examination (e.g. ensuring full bladders prior to pelvic scans) in consultation with the Sonographer. • Assist patients changing into gowns and any other patient needs as directed by the sonographers. • Ensure gel bottles are replenished. • Clean ultrasound couches. • Assist patients on and off couches when required. • Assist staff when patients require hoist transfer. • Monitor and replenish stocks and consumables in the ultrasound rooms on a daily basis (e.g. stock couch rolls). • Ensure PC and workstations are clean. • Clean probes if required. This will include high level disinfection training. • Assist radiographers with cleaning of scan room after infectious patient. • Assist with scheduling and cancelling of lists as service needs required. • Transport instruments / used equipment to the sluice for sterilisation and collection when required. • Assist with the decontamination of ultrasound probes under the direction of the radiographer. • Carry out general housekeeping in the Ultrasound Department. MRI • Full MRI safety training will be given before working in MRI. • Assist staff with patient transfers when required. • Assist in restocking and cleaning in MRI as directed by the MRI CSR/Senior. • Assist radiographers with prescreening of questionnaires. • Assist with changing and care of coils. • Assist patient off the scanner / out of the department. • Clean room prior to next patient. • Replenish consumable i.e. gowns, couch rolls, incontinence sheets. • Monitor and replenish stocks and consumables in MRI/CT on a daily basis as required. Maintain orderly storage of radiology & general clinical supplies in addition to relevant clerical supplies. Quality and Safety The Radiography Assistant will: • Support the implementation and evaluation of quality standards and improvement initiatives. • Work within own role, adhering to current legislation, policies, procedures protocols and guidelines. • Undertake assigned duties under the direction of a Radiographer in such a way as to ensure that care is of a high standard. • Report all complaints in accordance with service policy. • Ensure all actions support the enhancement of a person-centred service and a person-centred culture within the team. • Co-operate with quality reviews /service evaluations and assists with the implementation of any necessary corrective action. Health & Safety (including Maintaining a Safe Environment) The Radiography Assistant will: • In accordance with Health and Safety at Work policy, observe all rules relating to Health and Safety and Conduct at Work and to use any equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner. • Understand and adhere to all relevant HSE policies, guidelines, and procedures, comply with health and safety, infection control and risk management procedures, comply with statutory obligations. • Participate in maintaining a physical environment that delivers a high standard of care to patients and their families. • Be vigilant to patient’s safety particularly while they are waiting for examinations and returning to the ward (i.e. ensuring that trolley and bed-sides are secure and any other issue that could arise in relation to safety). • Clean spillages immediately to reduce the risk of accident and make safe the area according to hospital policy. • Be familiar with Fire and Health & Safety regulations and ensure safety of self and others during the course of duty. • Report any accidents, near misses, incident or potential incident to the person in charge which may compromise the health and safety of patients / clients / residents, staff or visitors and take appropriate action including completion of near miss / incident forms. • Attend training courses as required. Only undertake any duty related to patient / client / resident care for which he / she is trained. • Deal with emergency situations or accidents as per Hospital policy. • Maintain a strict code of personal and general hygiene in the workplace as per work schedules and existing policies and procedures. • Present to work wearing the agreed attire, footwear, and identification, having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene. This includes not having possession of personal mobile phones while delivering patient care. • Conduct his / herself in a manner that ensures safe patient / client care. • Participates in maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff by ensuring vigilance in identifying potential hazards and by taking the necessary steps to remove such hazards. Administrative • Carry out the administrative and clerical duties required to support the Radiographer staff and the Radiography department e.g. the scheduling of appointments. • Registration of requests (as and when required) onto the RIS (Radiology Information System). • Answer the telephone, take and pass on accurate messages to the appropriate member of staff and make calls as required. • Maintain stock and supply records and liaise with radiography staff re stocks and supplies. • Shred confidential documentation on a weekly basis or as required. • Contribute to the planning and development of the Radiography Service and participate in service improvements, in conjunction with the Radiographers. The above Job 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. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or experience Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications & Experience, etc. (a) Candidates must have at the closing date for receipt of applications: (i) The relevant health skills QQI (formerly FETAC) Level 5 qualification. OR (ii) An equivalent relevant health care qualification or a comparable healthcare qualification as outlined in the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) NARIC Ireland framework. OR (iii) Be currently employed as a Health Care Assistant or a comparable role. AND (b) Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role.
Staff Nurse
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Social CARE Worker
Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for Candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centred, Community Based, Socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: SOCIAL CARE WORKER Training Enterprise & Employment,LIMERICK PERMANENT PART-TIME CONTRACT (35 Hours Per Week). Salary: € 40,851-€ 57,217* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Essential: · QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration. · Up to date CORU registration/ Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU · Full clean Irish manual driving licence. · Experience of working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern. Desirable: · To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives and an awareness of New Directions. · Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. REF: 98336 Why work with us? Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. Supportive and innovative working environment. Comprehensive Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme Bike to work Scheme Tax Saver Travel Scheme Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Gerard McAuliffe , Service Manager, Tel; 087 647 0223 Closing date for receipt of applications 05th June 2026. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Limerick service.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
CARE Assistant
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Clinical Nurse Manger
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Subway Team Member
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General Operative
The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for the appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3 (Rural) at JFK Memorial Park & Arboretum, Co. Wexford. The position, which may, subject to local requirements, be fixed-term or permanent, is a Non-Established State Industrial post based on a standardised 39-hour week (full-time) rostered over 5 days (Monday to Friday). The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 7 months, which may be extended to 10 months under certain circumstances. Continuation in employment in the position following the end of the probation period will be dependent upon the appointee fully meeting the requirements of the position during the probation period. The actual hours of attendance are determined by local management requirements. The position will be filled by way of an open OPW recruitment competition to which applicants with the minimum eligibility requirements may apply. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit a completed and signed application form, along with copies of the specified required supporting documentation. A short-listing assessment, based on the information supplied in the application form, will be used by OPW to select applicants who will be invited to attend for competitive interview. The competitive interview process will be used by OPW to select candidates deemed suitable for appointment by the Interview Board, and a reserve panel effective for a limited period may be formed. Appointment to the position will be subject to satisfactory references and meeting health and vetting requirements. Placement on the panel does not guarantee or imply that an offer of employment will be made to those placed on it. In the event that an offer of appointment is made, it will be made in order of merit of those on the relevant panel, regardless of the length of contract period offered and the specific area(s) in which the position would be based. Appointments to approved positions of employment are made as and when considered appropriate by OPW management and will be subject to the candidate meeting the OPW’s requirements regarding health, references, and Garda vetting. If the candidate does not satisfactorily meet the OPW’s requirements regarding health, references, and Garda vetting, the candidate will receive no further consideration under the competition and will not proceed to appointment. OPW Areas of Responsibility The OPW’s areas of responsibility include Heritage Services and Flood Risk Management. The OPW’s Heritage Services has responsibility for the protection, care, and maintenance of 780 heritage sites nationwide, including national monuments, historical parks, gardens, and buildings. Essential Eligibility Requirements (at the closing date):
General Operative
The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for the appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3 (Rural) at Killmacurragh Arboretum, Co. Wicklow. The position, which may subject to local requirements be fixed-term or permanent, is a Non-Established State Industrial post based on a standardised 39-hour week (full-time) rostered over 5 days (Monday to Friday). The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 7 months, which may be extended to 10 months under certain circumstances. Continuation in employment following the end of the probation period will be dependent upon the appointee fully meeting the requirements of the position during the probation period. The actual hours of attendance are determined by local management requirements. The position will be filled by way of an open OPW recruitment competition to which applicants with the minimum eligibility requirements may apply. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit a completed and signed application form, and copies of specified required supporting documentation. A short-listing assessment, based on the information supplied in the application form, will be used by OPW to select applicants who will be invited to attend for competitive interview. The competitive interview process will be used by OPW to select candidates determined by the Interview Board as suitable for appointment to fill the position, and a reserve panel effective for a limited period may be formed. Appointment to the position will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and meeting requirements for satisfactory health and vetting. Placement on the panel does not guarantee nor imply that an offer of employment will be made to those placed on it. In the event that an offer of appointment is made, it will be made in the order of merit of those on the relevant panel regardless of the length of contract period offered and the specific area(s) in which the position would be based. Appointments to approved positions of employment are made as and when considered appropriate by OPW management and will be subject to the candidate meeting the OPW’s requirements regarding health, references, and Garda vetting. If the candidate does not satisfactorily meet the OPW’s requirements regarding health, references, and Garda vetting, the candidate will receive no further consideration under the competition and will not proceed to appointment. OPW Areas of Responsibility The OPW’s areas of responsibility include Heritage Services and Flood Risk Management. The OPW’s Heritage Services has responsibility for the protection, care, and maintenance of 780 heritage sites nationwide, including national monuments, historical parks, gardens, and buildings. Essential Eligibility Requirements (at the closing date) Please note that a Stamp 50 TEU visa, which replaced Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify, candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow full-time work for the Office of Public Works. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure they hold a valid work permit. If at any stage during the contract a valid work permit is no longer held, the employee must immediately advise the Office of Public Works and employment will cease with immediate effect.
Examinations and Assessment Manager
Examinations and Assessment Division The Examinations and Assessment Division (EAD) is the professional division of the SEC responsible for ensuring the quality and effective conduct of all of the Commission’s examinations. This involves taking all necessary actions to maintain parity of standards in each subject from year to year and ensuring compliance with the requirements and procedures of the Commission. It involves ensuring that full account is taken of all relevant legislation in areas such as equality, anti-discrimination, special educational needs, etc. The EAD is also responsible for research and development in the organisation. The EAD comprises the Head of Examinations and Assessment Division (Deputy Chief Inspector level), four Assistant Heads (Assistant Chief Inspector level) and approximately 50 Examinations and Assessment Managers. The Role The EAM (Physical Education with another Curricular Subject) will report to an Assistant Head of the EAD. Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role The Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role will include the following: • Acting as EAM for assigned examinations (which will not necessarily be limited to examinations in Physical Education); • Preparing examination papers and other examination-related material; • Managing the marking of examination papers and other related components in the assigned examinations; • Developing marking schemes and all other relevant documentation to the required standards; • Managing the marking and appeals process in assigned examinations; • Maintaining standards from year to year; • Advising on the appointment of contract staff, as required; • Managing the performance of assigned contract staff, including their training needs, as required; • Providing professional advice to the SEC; • Interacting with school management and staff; • Ensuring the quality and effective conduct of the state examinations; • Representing the SEC in national and international fora. Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may be assigned from time to time by the relevant line manager. Office Location and Vacancy The SEC headquarters is located in Athlone, Co. Westmeath. EAMs are located throughout the country, in regional, local, and home offices. There is currently one vacancy for an EAM (Physical Education with another Curricular Subject). A panel will be formed from this competition to fill any future vacancies that may arise. It is not expected that appointments will be made from this panel after December 2027. Working Environment Blended working is available subject to Civil Service and current SEC policy. From time to time, the EAM may be required to travel domestically to attend meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences etc. Travel and subsistence will be paid in accordance with Civil Service regulations. Training and Development The SEC highly value supporting career and personal development. They encourage growth and development in areas such as leadership, team building, and interpersonal communication whilst fostering a collaborative environment. The SEC have a range of learning and development supports, including educational assistance, OneLearning – training initiatives, tailored in-house learning and upskilling in specific relevant areas such as leadership and Irish language proficiency. They also provide access to a variety of different programmes for employee assistance, occupational health and wellbeing, lunch and learn seminars, wellbeing initiatives, and mentoring. Salary Range: From €65,783 to €112,803 (LSI2)* ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Essential Candidates must on or before 4th June 2026: Hold a recognised, first or second class honours primary degree at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications Equivalent) in which Physical Education was taken as a major subject in the final degree with another curricular subject; and Hold a recognised teacher education qualification relevant to second level (post-primary) education (minimum Level 8 on the NFQ or NARIC) gained through a concurrent or consecutive route; and Have at least five years’ satisfactory service as a teacher at second level (post-primary) subsequent to the granting of full registration or being eligible to be granted full registration under the post-primary route with the Teaching Council of Ireland (or with an equivalent body in another jurisdiction), at least two years of which must be continuous service in one recognised school or centre for education in Ireland or in a second level (post-primary) school in another jurisdiction. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate: • A comprehensive knowledge of Physical Education and another curricular subject; • Excellent communicative skills in English and a reasonable knowledge of Irish; • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; • Comprehensive IT skills; • A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the second level (post-primary) education system in Ireland; • The requisite knowledge, ability and skills (including knowledge of relevant legislation and the Irish education system) and be suitable to discharge the duties of the position; • A demonstrated ongoing commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Desirable • Qualifications and experience that exceed the minima described under Essential Entry Requirements above, including relevant post-graduate qualifications; • Competence and/or qualifications in any other subject assessed by the State Examinations Commission; • Knowledge and experience in the areas of examinations and assessment; • Knowledge of assessment principles; • Knowledge of curriculum and assessment developments; • Registration with the Teaching Council in Ireland on the basis of qualifications recognised for the purpose of registration as a teacher of Physical Education at second level (post-primary); • Experience in leading and managing teams; • Ability to implement established procedures/protocols; • Excellent analytical and decision-making skills; • Ability to think creatively and to convey ideas effectively; • Current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland. Please note: Qualifications/eligibility may not be confirmed until the final stage of the process, therefore, those candidates who do not possess the essential requirements, on or by the dates as specified, and proceed with their application are putting themselves to unnecessary effort/expense and will not be offered a position from this competition. The onus is on the candidate to ensure they fulfil the eligibility requirements as set out. publicjobs reserves the right to deem an applicant ineligible at any stage if it is apparent that the candidate does not hold the required eligibility/qualifications e.g. from the submitted application form. Candidates who are unable to demonstrate that they hold/will hold the required qualification(s) by the deadline specified may be withdrawn from the competition at any stage. An invitation to tests, interview or any element of the selection process is not acceptance of eligibility. Candidates who are placed on a panel and come under consideration for a position will be required to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility, including qualifications. Please be aware a transcript of results may be required; therefore, the onus is on candidates to have this information available if requested by publicjobs
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 Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.40• €19.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €16.20 • €20.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.30 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.90 • €21.13 (Unsocial Hours) • €25.35 (Overtime/Sundays) • €33.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.90 • €22.38 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.85 (Overtime/Sundays) • €35.80 (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.
