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We have vacancies for Healthcare Assistants in our nursing homes in the following locations: Mullingar, Multyfarnham, Edgeworthstown, Castlebar, Monaghan and Galway. Applicants will have a background in the care sector or experience of looking after somebody vulnerable. A qualification similar/equivalent to QQI Level 5 Care Skills and Care of the Elderly is desirable but not essential (this can be facilitated once in employment). We are looking for caring, patient and reliable individuals with a genuine interest in working with the older person. You should be an excellent team player and be flexible and supportive to colleagues. Fluent English and a professional manner are required. We offer a comprehensive induction programme, free training - both mandatory and additional specialised training, subsidised meals while on duty, subsidised uniforms, refer a friend scheme, and ongoing support and development. Relocation support is available subject to terms and conditions. Day and night duty is expected on a rotational basis, the same for weekends and bank holidays. Duties include: deliver a high standard of holistic, person-centred care, promote the residents' independence, equality and dignity, carry out direct personal care, encourage and assist residents in recreational activities, observe care plans and alert nurses regarding changes, communicate with all residents and their family/friends. If you have an interest in working with the elderly and vulnerable to enhance their lives, we would be delighted to hear from you. Join our team and make a difference.
Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting Apprentices
Buttimer Engineering are a diversified engineering company, specialising in bulk materials handling systems and high-quality steel fabrication serving clients in Ireland, the UK and beyond. We operate across a range of industries such as Pharma, Food and Data Centres, providing design, fabrication, procurement, installation, maintenance, project management and engineering services. Based in Tipperary, Ireland since 1978, the Company’s people, values and culture have been instrumental in the success of the business to date. What makes us different is that while we continue to grow our business we have still maintained that small company feel to our culture which enables us to ensure that our employees are always front and centre in everything we do. We are currently looking to hire Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting Apprentices to join our experienced team. As an Apprentice you will be guided and supported and will get the opportunity to work on leading-edge projects across our sectors to deliver excellence to our clients. Candidates must; • Be enthusiastic with a positive attitude • Strong work ethic • Willing to learn new skills • Good team player • Punctual & respectful • Appreciate the important of adherence to all safety & quality regulations • Live and breath our core values The minimum requirements are as follows; • Must be 16 years or older • Minimum educational requirements are: Grade D in five subjects in the Department of Education & Skills Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent • Candidates will be required to pass a colour vision test approved by SOLAS and will be required to complete an interview and aptitude test. If you are interested in this role, please apply by sending your CV to Human Resources hr@buttimer.com Locations: Wicklow County, Westmeath County, Tipperary County (South Riding, Tipperary County (North Riding, Offaly County, Meath County, Laois County, Kildare County, Dublin West
Maintenance Welders
BP is currently seeking to recruit a number of Maintenance Welders in the following locations; ABP Bandon ABP Clones ABP Cahir ABP Waterford ABP Rathkeale ABP Nenagh ABP Slaney Role Description: The successful candidates will work as part of the maintenance team to fulfill targets on a daily basis. Successful candidates will be required to have experience in all areas of maintenance weld Work on own initiative and as part of a team. Meet daily targets Physical role including lifting and standing Further specific role details available on enquiry. Other Details Minimum annual remuneration: €37,440 Standard working week 39 hours Training in English language skills, and company operating procedures will be provided.
Apprentice Support Officer
JOB DETAILS Retail Ireland Skillnet are seeking an Apprentice Support Officer for the Apprenticeship in Retail Supervision programme for our Cork cohort of apprentices and supporting other regions if necessary. The successful candidate will be based in the Letterkenny Office and will be required to travel to Cork 2-3 times per month when classroom days are being delivered. The successful candidate will also be required to oversee communications and marketing activities. The role is a full-time fixed term contract and will be for 5 days per week. Applications will close on 14th July 2025. Applications may be reviewed before the closing date. ABOUT THE ROLE
Service Officer
1. THE ROLE This role provides support to the judiciary, staff and members of the public who attend Kilkenny Court Office. 2. Key Responsibilities Duties carried out by Service Officers include, but are not limited to: · Facilitate the smooth running of reception areas - the Service Officer will be required to carry out reception desk duties that involve dealing with queries and deliveries from colleagues and visitors, both in person and by telephone, in a prompt and courteous manner. · Be part of the customer service for the courts service as often you are the first interaction the public will have with the Courts Service. · Collection, sorting and delivery of internal and external mail to include letters, parcels, newspapers, periodicals, etc. · Key-holder duties including opening and locking of office/courtrooms in the morning/evening/throughout the day, attending to alarm call-outs* · Covering of duties within Kilkenny Court Office to include opening and closing of building if requested to do so. · Monitoring repairs and similar issues and liaising with relevant contractors. · Maintain log of attendees/contractors in building. · Assist with maintaining our buildings including the raising of relevant tickets, where appropriate, to ensure issues are identified and resolved. · Be familiar with functions and business of the Courts Service. · Wear a uniform if supplied and to always maintain a clean and tidy appearance. · Management of deliveries of goods/supplies. · Perform such other duties as may be directed by the Combined Office Manager as appropriate. · Be part of the fire evacuation team, to perform weekly fire alarm testing if required and assist in the event of a fire with the evacuation procedures · Performing Court Assistant duties, including but not limited to: directing court users to their designated seats, ensuring fire exits remain clear and unblocked, · Assisting in security incidents by coordinating with court Gardaí, including contacting them directly if the registrar is unavailable. · Working closely with Combined Office Manager to identify and support any court users who may be disruptive, ensuring their concerns are addressed appropriately while maintaining a respectful and smooth court environment for all participants Given the nature of the role, the candidate must be capable of physical work (manual handling is a requirement and suitable training will be provided) as movement of office machinery, furniture and equipment is required. * A key-holding allowance may be payable where the full range of key-holding duties are undertaken. Note: The above list is intended to be a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive. It will be subject to periodic review with the post-holder. 3. Essential Requirements: · Leaving Certificate or equivalent. · Possess a good standard of English, both spoken and written. · Experience of working in a team. · Experience of dealing with the public. · Satisfactory character references. · Adherence to relevant health and safety measures and protocols. · Flexibility is a key element of the role and Services Officers may be assigned at any given time to perform general duties, depending on the operational requirements of Kilkenny Court Office. Desirable · Computer Skills to ECDL or similar level. · Previous experience as a Service Officer or in a similar role. · Post room experience. · Flexibility regarding overtime would also be an advantage. 4. APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made by logging into the advertisement link. Please complete a cover letter and upload your CV. The closing date is 12noon on 14 July 2025. Applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. Candidates who do not hold or do not demonstrate the skills and experience will not be called for interview. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying the Courts Service is satisfied such a person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important, therefore, for candidates to note that the onus is on them to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If a candidate does not meet these essential entry requirements but nevertheless attends for interview, that candidate will be putting him or herself to unnecessary expense. It is important to note the onus is on applicants to ensure the eligibility requirements for the competition are met before attending for interview. The Courts Service accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant. 5. Selection Methods The Selection Process will involve: · Assessment of candidates, on the basis of the information contained in their CV & Cover Letter · a competitive interview Assessment The Courts Service will short list to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the CV & cover letter, appear to be the most suitable for the position. Those that demonstrate evidence at the required level will be called to interview. Skills and competencies Candidates should demonstrate that they have the ability to carry out successfully the duties of the role, as well as the general skills and competencies of a service officer, namely: Teamwork · Shows respect for and builds good working relationships with colleagues and co-workers. · Plays a full and constructive part in the team. · Is supportive and helpful to colleagues. Initiative and Problem Solving · Comes up with practical solutions to work problems. · Is willing to be flexible within the context of the job profile and finds ways to work around a problem. Customer Service and Communication Skills · Listens to customers and is respectful, courteous and professional. · Tries to calm down difficult situations when dealing with people who are unhappy/angry. · Communicates clearly and fluently. Delivery of Results · Approaches and carries out all work in a thorough and organised manner. · Completes work on time consistently and to a high standard. Drive and Commitment · Takes pride in a job well done, even if work is routine or less pleasant. · Is interested in work and doing the job well. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development · Develops and maintains the skills and expertise required to perform in the role effectively. · Understands the importance of Health & Safety in the workplace and follows safety guidelines. Candidates with Disabilities The Courts Service has a key role to play in attracting candidates from all sectors of society, ensuring that routes to career opportunities are accessible to all who are interested. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodation made during the selection process, we strongly encourage you to share this with us so that we can ensure you get the support you need. Reasonable accommodation in our selection process refers to adjustments and practical changes which would enable a disabled candidate to have an equal opportunity for this competition. Examples of adjustments we provide include the use of assistive technology, extra time, scribes and/or readers or a range of other accommodations. Please be assured that having a disability or requiring adjustments will not impact on your progress in the selection process; you will not be at a disadvantage if you disclose your disability or requirements to us. Your disability and/or adjustments will be kept entirely confidential. 6. Interview s Interviews will take place in Kilkenny (location to be determined). Interviews will be structured in format, with candidates asked to provide examples of the competencies for the role as outlined in Section 5 of this document. Interview Candidates will be required to detail their experiences under the competencies. The competencies will be thoroughly and systematically assessed at interview to assess suitability for the grade of Service Officer. The board may ask about the experience described on the CV and cover letter or they may ask for other examples. It is anticipated the interview will last 45 minutes. Marks allocated at interview Each of the six competencies carry marks of: Teamwork (60) Initiative and Problem Solving (60) Customer Service and communication Skills (60) Delivery of Results (60) Drive & Commitment (60) Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development (60) therefore, a total of 360 marks is available for the interview. Candidates are required to achieve 50% or more in each competency to be considered for a place on the panel. Panel Formation Following the interview process a panel will be formed for the purpose of filling Service Officer positions in Kilkenny. Candidates will be ranked in order of merit based on performance at interview. This panel will remain in place until 31 July 2026 from the date of formation of the panel or until the exhaustion of the panel whichever is the earlier. Candidates who have not been offered a position at the expiry of the panel will have no claim to any further positions thereafter because of having been on the panel. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE The appointment is subject to the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Appointees will be subject to the Civil Service Code of Standards and Behaviour. Tenure The appointment is to an established position in the Civil Service. Salary The salary scale for the position (rates effective from March 2025) is as follows: Service Officer - Personal Pension Contribution Salary Scale: €559.97, €588.25, €598.97, €621.52, €641.70, €653.78, €667.88, €684.86, €713.91 (MAX), €728.27 (LSI [1] ), €751.11 New entrants to the Civil Service will be appointed to the first point of the (PPC) salary scale. The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Salary is payable fortnightly in arrears by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of the appointees’ choice. Payment cannot be made until an appointee supplies a bank account number and bank sort code to the Human Resources Unit of the Courts Service. Statutory deductions will be made from salary as appropriate by the Courts Service. Candidates should note that the salary quoted will not be subject to negotiation . The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy Duties Appointees will be expected to perform all acts, duties and obligations as appropriate to this position (which may be revised from time to time). Probation Appointees will be required to serve a 12-month probationary period. During the period of the probationary contract, an officer's performance will be subject to review by the appropriate supervisor(s) to determine whether the officer (i) has performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) has been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of the probationary contract, a decision will be made as to whether or not an appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) of the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on an appointee’s performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The details of the probationary process will be explained to each appointee by the Courts Services as the employer and a copy of guidelines on probation issued by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform will be provided. In the event that an appointee is not considered as suitable to the position of Service Officer having been assessed against stated criteria, the appointee will be notified in writing of the action to be taken. Hours of Attendance This is a fulltime post, and hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week . Appointees will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Due to the nature of the job, working hours will vary but an approximate general outline of hours would be 8.00am to 12.30pm and 2.00pm to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. Annual Leave This post is a permanent post. The annual leave entitlement for this post is 22 working days per year. Headquarters The appointees’ headquarters may be designated from time to time by the Courts Service, but will be based in Kilkenny Courthouse, Parliament Street, Kilkenny. 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 the provisions of the governing sick leave circulars. Officers paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts to such office as will be directed by the Courts Service and payment during illness will be subject to the appointee making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection directly within the required time limits. Unfair Dismissals Act 1977 – 2005 The Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977-2005 will not apply to the termination of an appointee’s employment by reason only of the expiry of the probationary period of this contract without it being renewed. The Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 will apply, where appropriate, to this employment. Ethics in Public Office Acts: The Ethics in Public Office Acts will apply, were appropriate to this appointment. Civil Service Code of Standards and Behaviours The appointee will be subject to the Civil Service Code of Standards and Behaviours Official Secrecy and Integrity The appointment will be subject to the provisions of the Official Secrets Act 1963, as amended by the Freedom of Information Act 2014. Successful candidates will agree not to disclose to third parties any confidential information either during or subsequent to the period of employment. Political Activity During the term of employment the officer will be subject to the rules governing civil servants and politics. Prior approval of publications The employee must agree not to publish material related to official duties without prior approval by the Chief Executive Officer of the Courts Service. Superannuation and Retirement Appointees will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme ("Single Scheme"). Full details of the Scheme are at http://www.per.gov.ie/pensions . Where an appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-single scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attaching to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: · Pensionable Age: For most Single Scheme members, the minimum pension age is at present 66 years in line with Contributory State Pension qualifying age changes. · Retirement Age: Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. · Career average earnings are used to calculate benefits (a pension and lump sum amount accrue each year and are up-rated each year by reference to Consumer Price Index). ¹ After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum. ² After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum.
Manager of Operations - Childcare
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal is to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. Due to rapid expansion, we are looking for a Manager of Operations to join our Team in Leinster area. We are looking for a kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual with strong leadership skills and the ability to act as an ambassadors for Kids Inc Principles. The Role is strategically focused on all teams that work across Kids Inc Afterschools delivering quality, safety, and resourcing services to all areas. What's in it for you? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Afterschool Centre Manager
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. The Role: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Afterschool Centre Manager
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. The Role: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Afterschool Centre Manager
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. The Role: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Afterschool Centre Manager
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. The Role: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
