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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland are recruiting for a Locum Team Leader position in Cavan/Monaghan and for a panel of Team Leaders to fill posts in 2025 Nationwide Job Ref-NATTL0525 Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland provide unique intensive support programmes to young people. We have a strengths based, wrapround approach to support and we employ community based Youth Advocates - which leads to long-lasting positive outcomes for young people and families. The Team Leader will manage the provision of direct services to clients and their families who are referred to the programme. You will manage a team of community based Advocates and ensure that all clients receive an appropriate and high-quality service. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all applicants from diverse backgrounds with a relevant qualifications and work experience. These posts offer : Please see the link below for the full Job Description and Person Spec: https://yapireland.ie/work-with-yap-ireland/careers-with-yap-ireland/full-time-management-careers/ To apply for this position please fill out the online application form by clicking on the following link – https://yapireland.secure.force.com/jobapplicationand selecting the NATTL0525. Please use the job description and job specification to outline your suitability to the role when completing the application form. Closing date for receipt of application forms is 16 June 2025. Interviews will take place on the 23rd of June in Carlow Interviews for the panel will take place on the 24th June in Dublin. If you are selected for interview you will need to be available on this date to attend interview in person in YAP Ireland Dublin or Cavan Office. Only completed applications will be accepted, CV’s will NOT be accepted.
Multi-Task Assistant
Multi-Task Assistant - Day Centre, Killaloe 3 days per week – Tues to Thurs incl. Clarecare is a professional social enterprise organisation providing a range of people centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 50 years. Current services provided include Family Support, Older Person Services and Bushypark Addiction Treatment Services. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. JOB DESCRIPTION – MULTI-TASK ASSISTANT – KILLALOE DAY CENTRE TITLE: Multi-Task Assistant (MTA) ROLE: Working under the guidance of the Day Centre Manager, the Multi-task Assistant will support the provision of a high quality, effective and efficient person centred care to clients in receipt of day care. OBJECTIVE: This is a part-time permanent contract of employment of 3 days per week (Tuesday to Thursday inclusive) to assist with the delivery of a Day Care Service at Clarecare’s Day Centre facility in Killaloe for up to 20 older persons from Tues – Thurs per week. JOB RELATIONS: The Multi-Task Assistant will report to the Day Centre Manager and work closely with other Day Centre staff members e.g. Cook, Kitchen Assistant, General Healthcare Assistants/MTA’s. The Multi-Task Assistant will also be part of the wider Older Persons Services Team in Clarecare. JOB LOCATION: The position offered is currently based in Clarecare’s Killaloe Day Centre at Clarecare, Hill Road, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Location may change based on operational requirements. HOURS OF WORK: 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. daily i.e. 7.5 hours working day inclusive of 30 mins. rest break over 3 days per week Tuesday to Thursday inclusive. You are required to be flexible regarding your start/finish time / work hours and work days per week to meet the operational requirements of the Service. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities: This Job Description aims to provide an accurate and concise summary of the Job and its main duties and responsibilities. However, it is not intended to be restrictive or absolute. Closing Date: Friday, 20th June 2025 @ 5pm
Social Care Worker – Family Support Service
Clarecare is a professional social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of people centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 50 years. Current services provided include Family Support, Older Persons Services and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Clarecare is supported by a partnership with TUSLA, Health Service Executive, other Government Departments, by charitable funding and by the Diocese of Killaloe. Clarecare Family Support Services, funded by TUSLA , offer a range of interventions to vulnerable children, including children subject to Safety Plans and/or open case to TUSLA, Child & Family Agency. We work in partnership with service users and professional colleagues in the provision of individual and group-based supports. JOB DESCRIPTION Social Care Worker – Family Support Service 1 Year Full-time, fixed term contract of employment DESCRIPTION OF ROLE: Working from the Clarecare Family Support Service practice model, which is based on the Tusla National Practice Model - Meitheal, the role of the Social Care Worker is to: • Deliver quality and innovative interventions to (a) children and young people in the community who may be the subject of child protection and welfare plans, and (b) children and young people identified as in need of support in relation to emotional and behaviour issues arising at home, school or in their community. • Deliver individual and group support interventions to parents to enhance their parenting skills and relationships with their children. • Carry out strengths and needs assessments in collaboration with children and parents and to formulate agreed outcome focussed interventions which are reviewed regularly. • Undertake the responsibilities of a Lead Practitioner in cases involved in the Tusla Meitheal process. • Actively participate in Tusla Child Protection and Welfare Conferences. This involves information gathering and report writing. • Provide targeted populations of children with opportunities to participate in community activities and facilitated groups. The groups may include; personal development groups for children, parenting groups, summer activity programmes etc. • To encourage child and youth participation in the design and quality of services which is fundamental to ensuring a child centred, rights-based approach when working with children and young people. • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to maximise and enhance outcomes for children. This will include regular monitoring and reviewing one’s own work and engaging in formal supervision and continuous professional development. SERVICE OBJECTIVES: • To deliver a dedicated service to children in their local community. • To improve outcomes for children through the delivery of interventions underpinned by the National Policy Framework for Children and Young People and Clarecare’s specific overarching goals that all children are (1) safe and protected from harm and are (2) achieving their full potential in learning and development. • To work in partnership with children and parents to identify their strengths and needs within their home and community environment and to work together to enhance resilience. • To provide a safe and supportive space, which will give children and parents the opportunity to express and explore issues and concerns, which they may be experiencing. • To encourage parents to build on their parenting skills and enhance relationships and communication with their children. • To link and co-operate with other disciplines and agencies in order to promote a cohesive service for children. JOB RELATIONS: The Social Care Worker will report directly to the allocated Family Support Services Team Leader and work as part of a multi-disciplinary Family Support Team. The Clarecare Family Support Services Manager has overall responsibility for Family Support Services. Reporting structures are subject to change. DAYS/HOURS OF WORK: The working week is Monday to Friday from 9.30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. daily with 30 mins. break. These positions may involve evening or weekend work (as required) and you are required to be flexible regarding your work hours/work days. ANNUAL LEAVE ENTITLEMENT: Yearly Annual Leave entitlement is 26 days per full leave year (Jan-Dec) for this full-time, 1 year fixed term post. This entitlement excludes Public Holidays. JOB LOCATION: The office base for these positions will be Clarecare, Harmony Row, Ennis. These are on-site roles – remote/hybrid working does not apply. You may, if required, be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer/Family Support Services Manager or designate; to the organisation’s other places of business/centre locations. You will be given as much notice of any such change of place of work as is reasonably practicable. The successful candidate will be covering cases from the county wide Family Support Service waiting lists as allocated by the Family Support Team Leader or designate. Flexibility and willingness to travel is required. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities: • To be accountable to the designated Line Manager and Family Support Services Manager. • To adhere to Clarecare’s policies, procedures, protocols in relation to all work within Clarecare. • To fulfil obligations under Children First Act 2015 and all responsibilities under Children First National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children (2017). • To store and maintain accurate, confidential records in accordance with the Family Support Services practice protocols and to comply with responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 & 2018 (GDPR). • To complete and submit statistical information and reports in a timely manner as required. • To work as part of the wider Clarecare structure and carry out duties as required. • To support the work of staff, volunteers, students and others involved in Clarecare. • To participate in team meetings and attend meetings as deemed necessary. • To attend and participate in case management meetings with Family Support Services Manager or designate and relevant team members. • To engage in continuing professional development opportunities. • To maintain professional boundaries in all work with clients. • To perform such other duties appropriate to the positions as may be assigned to you. Specific Responsibilities • To undertake all duties as outlined in this job description for the Social Care Worker role. • To deliver a dedicated service to children and their families in their local community. This will include one to one support to children, parents and group work. • To develop and implement individual support programmes for children and young people based on models of best practice. • To work as part of the Clarecare Family Support Team in the development and running of programmes for children and families. • To develop and maintain collaborative working relationships externally with TUSLA and other relevant community, voluntary and statutory groups. • To foster and maintain positive working relationships with the local community. • To maintain up to date file records of work undertaken with the child and family and to complete reports outlining work completed. • To work as part of a team within the Family Support Team and as part of the wider Clarecare structure. • To attend relevant staff and client meetings. • To participate in local meeting fora in relation to the development of supports and services for children in the area. • To be flexible, innovative and adaptable in one’s approach to work with service users. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITIONS: Essential Requirements: • A nationally recognised CORU approved third level qualification to a minimum of Degree level in Social Care or Applied Social Studies (Level 7 QQI) AND • Have applied for CORU registration on the Social Care Workers Register (evidence of application will be necessary) OR • Be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU. AND • Relevant experience working with disadvantaged or marginalised children/young people and/or parents in their own home, residential and community settings. • Relevant experience of working with children/young people on a one to one basis to develop and implement individual support interventions which are based on best practice and evidence informed programmes focusing on issues such as developing social skills, building resilience, coping with loss/bereavement and managing behaviour and anxiety. AND/OR Relevant experience working with marginalised parents on a one to one basis focusing on issues such as the parent /child relationship, family communication and household routines. • To demonstrate the ability to provide quality services to children/young people and /or parents using innovative interventions keeping the child’s interests central to the work. • Work within the Clarecare Family Support Service Practice Model, which is based on TUSLA’s National Practice Model, Meitheal. • Experience of liaising with services and advocating on behalf of service users. • To demonstrate empathetic understanding of the issues that vulnerable children and families may encounter and also a wide knowledge base including child protection and welfare law, policies and procedures and of recognition of all forms of abuse and reporting requirements under the Children’s First Act (2015) and all responsibilities under Children First National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children (2017). • Well-developed computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office, MS Outlook (emails), Spreadsheets and Databases. • Experience of liaising with services on behalf of clients and staff. • Experience of creative approaches to working with families. • Good knowledge of the legislative and policy context governing statutory and voluntary service delivery. • Demonstrate experience of working with parents/guardians and children and an ability to engage adults and children in assessment and therapeutic work. • Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with service users, team members and other statutory and voluntary agencies. • Demonstrate excellent organisational skills as the role requires the capacity to work in a demanding post; managing time, commitments and priorities effectively. • Experience of writing reports and confident knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and data management systems. • Ability to work as part of a team and to use one’s own initiative when required. • Ability to maintain the principles of confidentiality in all areas of work. • Ability to foster good working relationships with external agencies and organisations • Maintain and submit annual membership of the relevant accredited body as per Clarecare policies and procedures • Ability to always maintain professional and personal boundaries and adhere at all times to Clarecare’s Guidelines & Code of Conduct for Staff. • A positive ‘fit to work’ medical. • A positive Garda Vetting Disclosure through Clarecare. • Two positive references from current/most recent employer(s). • Full clean driving licence with insurance indemnity to Clarecare. • As part of your role duties/responsibilities, you will be required to carry clients in your own private vehicle and to indemnify Clarecare under your private motor insurance policy. Desirable: • Experience of facilitating groups. • Experience of delivering individual parenting programmes • Training/experience in delivering therapeutic interventions with children/young people • Experience of working with families where there are child welfare /child protection concerns. • Knowledge of the philosophy and ethos of Clarecare and the personal social services sector. • Knowledge and experience of working within the Meitheal framework. Remuneration: The gross salary on offer is commensurate with relevant experience and is €34,328.88 gross per annum for this 1 year full-time, fixed term role. • 26 days annual leave per annum for this 1 year full time fixed term post excluding Public Holidays. • Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Services via VHI. • Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Membership on successful completion of probation (6 months). • Payroll deduction facility for Health Insurance cover. • Cycle to Work Scheme. • Access to full terms of Clarecare’s Sick Pay Scheme on successful completion of probation (6 months duration). • Access to Clarecare’s Wellness Programmes. NOTE: This job description is provided as a guideline. Unforeseen policy changes or emerging needs of the Service, may create additional/new demands on the post, thus requiring the post holder to fulfil those demands. Please click the APPLY NOW button to go to Clarecare's website for more information and to apply.
Trainee Hairdresser
Trainee Hair Stylist required for busy Salon in Enniscorthy, County Wexford. Some experience would be beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided. Please CALL 0876995437 or upload your CV by clicking the APPLY NOW button.
Qualified Stylist
Qualified Stylist required for busy Salon in Enniscorthy, County Wexford. Must be qualified in all aspects of hairdressing. Will be required to work 3 to 4 days a week Please CALL 0876995437 to discuss or upload your CV by clicking the APPLY NOW button.
Shop Assistant
Maudabawn Co-op Creamery Ltd Part Time Shop Assistant This is a Part time Position in a busy Convenience Store & Fuel Service Shifts will include weekdays, weekday evenings and occasional weekend work, this position is not suitable for students. Ideal candidate will have strong customer service/communication skills and basic computer skills would be an advantage. Candidate must have the ability to work as part of a team as well as using own initiative. Duties will include the following: • Serving customers • Keeping the shop clean and presentable • Stock rotation • Cash handling • Answer and follow up on all customer enquiries • Adherence to the Cashier Policies and Procedures at all times. • Any other hoc duties as assigned CV’s need to be in by 5pm on Monday 23rd June Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV
Special Needs Assistants (Dublin 7)
An Cosán Community Special School provides for the needs of students with autism and complex needs with a professional recommendation for a special school, in addition to students with moderate general learning disability and complex needs, with a professional recommendation for a special school, from the beginning of Primary school up to eighteen years of age. We are looking for Special Needs Assistants who are enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and responsive to the needs of the children coupled with a willingness to learn and an interest and passion in educating our children with a diagnosis of autism and complex needs. An Cosán Community Special School Dublin 7 is a new vibrant school with expanding student numbers and opportunities for both personal and professional learning and growth. We welcome you to join our school community. · The successful candidate(s) will need to be flexible, self-motivated and be able to display understanding and initiative in the area of special needs support. · Applicants must have a minimum qualification of QQI Level 5 in special needs, or similar. · Applicants must demonstrate an ability to work well as part of a team, display strong work ethic and demonstrate positive interpersonal and communication skills. · A panel may be formed from which permanent, fixed term and specific purpose roles may be filled during the 2025 / 2026 academic session. Applicants when applying must supply all of the following details to be considered: · Letter of application. · Curriculum Vitae, including details of two referees (name, role, contact number & email). · Copy of Qualifications Appointment will be subject to: · Vetting requirements. · Occupational Health Screening. Please see Information Guide for further details.
Special Class Teacher (Dublin 7)
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Special Class Teacher in An Cosán Community Special School under a Permanent Contract of Employment . An Cosán Community Special School will provide for the needs of students with autism and complex needs with a professional recommendation for a special school, in addition to students with moderate general learning disability and complex needs, with a professional recommendation for a special school, from the beginning of Primary school up to eighteen years of age. We are looking for teachers who are enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and responsive to the needs of the children of the school coupled with a willingness to learn and an interest and passion in educating our children with a diagnosis of autism and complex needs. An Cosán Community Special School Dublin 7 is a new vibrant special school with expanding student numbers and opportunities for both personal and professional learning and growth. We welcome you to join our school community. Successful candidates must be able to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment. Knowledge and experience of PECS, Lámh and Positive Behaviour management strategies is an advantage. To qualify for appointment candidates must be able to comply with the following: · Be fully registered with the Teaching Council under Route 1 (Primary) / Route 2 (Post Primary) / Route 4 (Other) is required. · Experience with children who have diagnosis of Autism / Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Moderate General Learning Disability and / or Special Education Needs is desirable. · A post-graduate qualification in Special Education is beneficial. An internal panel of suitable applicants may be set up to fill vacancies which may occur within a specific time period. City of Dublin ETB operates an email recruitment system for Special Class Teachers Appointments will be subject to: · Vetting requirements · Occupational Health Screening. · Evidence of current Teaching Council Registration Please see Information Guide for further details.
Early Years Educators
A leading purpose-built childcare facility between Castlebar, Claremorris and Ballinrobe, is looking for the following applicants: Competitive Salaries on offer. Requirements: Fun loving, energetic, and enthusiastic about early years care and education. Minimum Level 5 QQI or equivalent in Childcare essential. Apply with CV and cover letter. Closing Date: Friday 20th June 2025 at 5 pm Ballyglass Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
Childcare Manager
A leading purpose-built childcare facility between Castlebar, Claremorris and Ballinrobe, is looking for a Full Time Childcare Manager Salary €40k - 50k depending on qualification & experience Responsible for ensuring that the service operates smoothly, is responsive to the needs of parents, children, and staff, and is open to continuous improvement. Competitive salary. Previous management experience essential. Childcare experience desirable. Excellent in-house training and opportunities for fully funded external courses to gain further relevant qualifications. Apply with CV and cover letter. Closing Date: Friday 20th June 2025 at 5 pm Ballyglass Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
