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The Role NEPS’ Educational Psychologists are assigned to a local team of psychologists coordinated by a Senior Team Leading Psychologist. NEPS psychologists provide an educational psychological service for their assigned schools, generally in the catchment area of their assigned office, and may also work collaboratively with colleagues to meet NEPS national service priorities, and regional and team commitments. Within this context, each psychologist takes responsibility for their own day-to-day time and work management. Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role The Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role may include some or all of the following: • Ensuring the delivery of a high quality professional educational psychological service to their assigned schools, and to other schools, as appropriate, in accordance with the Regional Service Plan, the Business Plan of NEPS and the Statement of Strategy of the Department of Education and Youth. • Supporting national and regional Support and Development initiatives to build capacity/capability in assigned schools and more broadly in schools within the region. • Developing co-operative linkages with other educational services in the local team area and region. • Developing co-operative linkages with other relevant statutory and voluntary bodies in the local team area region. • Attending regular supervision as a core professional activity to support the delivery of an effective, ethical and high-quality educational psychological service. • Contributing to the development of the NEPS service through participation at team, regional and national meetings and participation in working groups. • Adhering to the Code of Professional Ethics of the Psychological Society of Ireland (2019), whether a member of that society or not. Under the Health & Social Care Professionals Act 2005 all psychologists working in NEPS will have to fulfil the requirements for statutory registration. • Fulfilling their functions in line with the policies, protocols and legislative obligations of the Department. • Engaging with continuing professional development (CPD), including a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing opportunities for national, regional and personal continuing professional development. NEPS psychologists are given the opportunity to review their development needs through the Department’s Performance Management and Development System (PMDS). • Supporting the training placements of Trainee Educational Psychologists in NEPS through the provision of professional supervision and guidance. 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 also be assigned from time to time. Working Environment Each Educational Psychologist is assigned to an office base and in the normal course, will work within the catchment area of the office to which they are assigned. From time to time, they may be required to work in the catchment area(s) of other office(s). If not involved in the delivery of psychological services in their catchment area or in carrying out assigned tasks outside the catchment area, psychologists are expected to work in their assigned office base. Travelling to schools and other locations is an essential part of a psychologist’s work. At times, it may be necessary to spend overnight(s) away from home. This is especially the case during the induction period. Salary Range: €65,783 - €112,803* *From 1st June 2026, a 1% pay increase will apply to the salary scale Annual Leave: 30 days Hours of attendance: 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week The Principal Conditions of Service applicable to the role, including details of the pay scale and incremental points, and Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility applicable to the role, including citizenship requirements, are accessible on the job listing. Competition Closing Date: Your application must be submitted on the publicjobs website not later than 3pm on Thursday, 11th of June 2026. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Essential Candidates must have on or before 11th of June 2026: A recognised qualification at minimum Level 8 (1st or 2nd class honours) on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or a NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent in Psychology1. Candidates’ Psychology qualification(s) should deem them eligible to hold graduate membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or the British Psychological Society (BPS). (Evidence of graduate membership/eligibility to hold graduate membership will be requested from candidates should they come under consideration for a position) AND (a) A post-graduate professional qualification in educational psychology, that includes supervised practice placement in an educational psychological service working with school-aged children and young people, accredited* by the PSI or equivalent body2. Students currently undertaking such an accredited post-graduate professional qualification in educational psychology who expect to successfully complete their course of study in 2026, and who meet criterion 1 above will also be considered. or (b) A post-graduate professional qualification in clinical or counselling psychology, accredited* by the PSI, or equivalent body, and at least two years continuous supervised post-graduate professional experience employed as a psychologist working with children and young people in education, community or disability settings. *Candidates who come under consideration for a position must provide evidence confirming that their post-graduate professional qualification in educational psychology or clinical or counselling psychology is accredited by the PSI or an equivalent body (e.g. letter from awarding college/university) Candidates must also have: Experience of engaging in individual casework with children and young people, including experience using consultation skills within a continuum of support framework; administering, interpreting and reporting on a range of psychometric instruments suitable for use with children and young people; formulating multiple data to identify need linked to specific and targeted interventions. A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Irish Education and school systems, experience working systemically to promote change within an education system, commitment to the ideals and objectives of NEPS/Department of Education and Youth and willingness to work within the overall parameters of NEPS/ Department of Education and Youth policy and practice. The ability to communicate effectively in Irish and/or English; A full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland, and have access to a suitable vehicle that will enable them to carry out the full mobility requirements of the post in an efficient and effective manner. Pre-Employment Checks Should your place on the panel be reached and you come under consideration for a position, several pre-employment checks must be completed before a candidate is deemed suitable for appointment. These checks are carried out to satisfy publicjobs that the candidate satisfies all necessary requirements. Prior to assigning/recommending a candidate for appointment to a position, publicjobs will make all such enquiries necessary to determine the suitability and eligibility of that candidate. These checks include an evaluation of Citizenship, Health & Character, Garda Vetting & Security Clearance and Reference Checks. Where Citizenship, Health & Character, Garda Vetting and Reference Checks are unsatisfactory or cannot be obtained, publicjobs reserves the right to disqualify a candidate from any further consideration of appointment or termination of your employment where an appointment has already been made. Candidates with Disabilities Attracting candidates from all sectors of society to ensure accessible routes to career opportunities is a key priority of publicjobs. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodations made during the selection process, (e.g. for interview, assessments or exercises), 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 equitable opportunity for this competition. We can provide accommodations for any stage of the process, including online assessments, interviews or exercises. 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. Should you be successful, the disclosure of a disability for this stage of the process will not be passed onto the employing department unless you request that we do so. If you indicate on your application form that you require reasonable accommodations, you will have the following option: A. If you have been provided with reasonable accommodations from publicjobs in the last three years, you should input the details of the most recent competition for which you were assigned accommodations along with your Candidate ID OR B. You will need to upload a psychologist/medical report as part of your application, which details your disability/requirements. We require a report to better understand your disability and requirements. The report, in addition to your request, helps us determine what accommodations may be suitable for you, in the selection process. The reports will only be shared with our Assessment Services Unit. In the reports, it is useful for us to see the outcome of any diagnostic tests conducted by your psychologist/doctor, and their summary of recommendations in relation to your requirements. You may redact (block out) parts of medical reports/psychologist’s reports that you feel are sensitive or unnecessary for the decision to make reasonable adjustments.
Senior Library Assistant
The Role Leitrim County Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Senior Library Assistant in Dromahair Branch Library. The Senior Library Assistant is a frontline and key support position within the structure of the Library Service. A Senior Library Assistant makes a valuable contribution to the provision of the Library Service centrally and at local branch level by providing support to library management and supervising staff. The role is a vital link in the team that promotes the library as a focal point for cultural activities, community engagement, and lifelong learning. As the person in charge of managing the day-to-day running of the library, the Senior Library Assistant will also be called upon to manage and deliver a range of library programmes and initiatives both in the library and online. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Library Service, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets, and standards set out in the Library Development Plan and Team Plans, and which support actions identified in the National Public Library Strategy 2023–2027, The Library is the Place . The successful candidate will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard. He/she will work under the direction and management of the library senior management team, comprising the Executive Librarian, Senior Executive Librarian, and County Librarian. Leitrim Library Service manages and supports a network of eight branch libraries, two of which offer a My Open Library Service, including Dromahair Branch Library. The libraries are strategically located across the county, together with a Local Studies Library based in Ballinamore Library. The Library Service is constantly innovating and diversifying in a dynamic and changing environment, taking advantage of technological advancement to deliver a wide and varied range of front-line services to users. Leitrim Library Service also engages with Roscommon and Sligo Library Services in relation to the joint delivery of agreed services and programmes through formal collaboration and resource sharing. The Library Service is based within the Finance, Environment, Climate, Sustainable Communities and Library Services, and Manorhamilton Municipal District Directorate of Leitrim County Council. The Council is seeking dynamic, creative, and motivated individuals to fill the role of Senior Library Assistant in Dromahair Branch Library. The successful candidates will assist in fulfilling the library vision of being open, accessible, a focal point for communities, and delivering quality customer service. As the Library Service is a county-wide service, staff may be required to provide cover at, and may be reassigned to, any service point within County Leitrim as required by the County Librarian. The Qualifications1. Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA, UK, or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of and resident in an EEA member state, the UK, or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) Have a good general level of education. (ii) Have had at least two years’ satisfactory experience of library work. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid and unendorsed Driving Licence in respect of Category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of the driving licence must be submitted with the application. Candidates who require a Work Permit to work in Ireland must submit proof of same with their application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have Employment may be terminated by either party during probation, or at its conclusion, on one week’s notice. 5. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum. The annual leave year coincides with the calendar year. 6. Health Before appointment, each successful candidate must undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the local authority. 7. Working Hours The normal working week is 35 hours. The successful candidate will be required to work contracted hours across a six-day period from Monday to Saturday and this will include weekend and late evening working hours. The employer reserves the right to alter working hours as required to facilitate the Library Service. The successful candidate may also be required to work additional hours on a time-off-in-lieu basis as necessary.
Assistant Principal Officer
The Role Assistant Principal Officer is a senior managerial grade in the Civil Service and is a critical leadership role in implementing government policy in the economic, financial, international, environmental and/or social arenas. While the responsibilities and key deliverables for the role of Assistant Principal Officer in the Civil Service will vary depending on the sector and Department/Office in which the vacancy arises, they generally include: • Policy and strategy formulation on complex issues. • Shaping fiscally sustainable policy solutions to promote economic and employment growth and effective social policies. • Engaging effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders including Ministers, senior civil servants and the wider political system, including on cross-governmental issues. • Providing high-quality budgeting advice and ensuring delivery against fiscal targets. • Planning and organisation of significant programmes of work in a pressurised environment, within tight deadlines. • Leading, managing and developing staff to achieve high levels of performance. • Participation in and leadership of cross-cutting projects to deliver whole-of-Government objectives. • Providing leadership, strategic direction and innovation in advancing the reform agenda, including the delivery of action plans under Civil Service Renewal 2030 and Better Public Services 2030. • Representing Ireland’s interests at EU and international level. Please note that the above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Selection for the position of Assistant Principal Officer involves a structured assessment process that may take place over a period of time. publicjobs will keep applicants informed as they progress through the selection process and relevant information on each subsequent stage of the selection process will be provided in advance to those candidates who are invited to progress, to ensure they are equipped to perform to the best of their ability. Essential Entry Requirements Candidates must, on or before the closing date of Thursday, 18 June 2026: Have significant management experience at an appropriate level, including leading teams and managing stakeholders; and Have significant experience of some or all of the following: • People management • Project management • Managing budgets • Delivery of programmes • Strategic and change management; and Demonstrate that they possess the key skills and capabilities identified for effective performance at this level as set out at Appendix 1. These include: • Building Future Readiness • Leading & Empowering • Evidence Informed Delivery • Communicating and Collaborating In the case of those candidates who express an interest in an Irish-speaking position as functional bilingual, such candidates must achieve the required level in the Irish language, i.e. demonstrate a minimum Level B2 on the Europass self-assessment framework. Desirable • A third-level educational qualification in a relevant discipline(s) commensurate with the role. Eligibility may not be confirmed until the final stage of the process. Therefore, candidates who do not possess the essential requirements on or by the dates specified, and proceed with their application, are putting themselves to unnecessary effort and 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 from the submitted application form. Candidates who come under consideration following the final selection stage will be required to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility, including qualifications. An invitation to tests, interview or any element of the selection process is not acceptance of eligibility. The Selection Process The selection process for this competition will comprise a number of elements. publicjobs has the discretion to add, remove or amend selection stages and assessments at any point, as necessary. Applicants must successfully complete each stage of the selection process in order to be considered for advancement to the next stage of the multi-stage selection process. The number to be invited forward at each stage will be determined from time to time by publicjobs. More detailed information will be made available to the relevant candidates if they are invited to progress through the process. publicjobs will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. Successful candidates will be placed on a panel from which future vacancies may be filled. If publicjobs is not notified of any issues you experience in advance of or on the day of your assessments/interview, they will not be in a position to address these after the fact. Please Note This competition is being conducted in conjunction with an interdepartmental promotional competition for this grade for eligible serving civil servants. Existing eligible civil servants are permitted to apply and to sit the selection tests, interviews, etc., only once even if applying for both competitions. Irrespective of which streams you have applied for, you may only sit the various stages of the selection process once. The scores you achieve will carry across both streams for which you applied, and for which you come under consideration. Stage 1: Online Assessment The initial stage of the selection process will be online assessments. Online assessments may be taken in a venue of your choice, wherever you have access to a computer and a reliable internet connection. It is important to note that taking these assessments within a secure IT network, e.g. a network such as your workplace or college which may have firewalls or other security technology in place, may cause technical difficulties. You should ensure that you can complete the assessments in a quiet environment where you can concentrate without being disturbed for the duration of the assessments. It is advised to take the assessments on a device that you are familiar with. Candidates invited to complete the online assessment(s) will be sent a familiarisation booklet with more information and preparation guidelines. It is important to note that the email address you provide when applying must be one that you can access at all times. Candidates will be given specific time windows in which to complete the Assistant Principal Officer assessments. A link(s) to the actual online assessment(s) will be sent to candidates’ portals on publicjobs.ie in advance of the test-taking window. Candidates who have not completed all of the online assessments before the deadline will be deemed to be no longer interested in this competition and their application will receive no further consideration. Your attention is drawn to Appendix 2, "Important Information". If invited to progress through the selection process, a candidate may be required to sit tests in a supervised environment. publicjobs has no function or involvement in the provision of, and does not endorse, any preparation courses relating to the selection process. Stage 2: Shortlisting The number of applications received for a position generally exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies. While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, publicjobs may decide that a smaller number will be invited to the next stage of the selection process. publicjobs provides for the employment of a shortlisting process to select a group who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job. Rather, there are some candidates who, based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. During shortlisting, an expert board will examine the application forms against agreed shortlisting criteria which are based on the requirements of the position. The standard of content of each application submitted may also be assessed during this process. The shortlisting criteria may include both essential and desirable criteria specified for the position and, therefore, it is in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience in your application. The onus is on candidates to complete the application form fully and accurately. In competitions involving large numbers of candidates, applicants may be ranked on the outcome of their online assessment tests and shortlisted in accordance with their ranking. Applicants must successfully complete and achieve a sufficiently high ranking to be considered for advancement to the next stage of the multi-stage selection process. The number to be invited forward at each stage will be determined from time to time by publicjobs. Stage 3: Interview and Practical Exercise The final stage of the selection process will consist of an interview based on the Assistant Principal Officer Capability Framework and an additional Practical Exercise which will take place alongside the main interview. The additional Practical Exercise will assess key skills and capabilities relevant to the Assistant Principal Officer role, for example analysis, presentation and written skills. Further details will be provided in advance to candidates invited to attend the final stage. Please note it is anticipated that the final stage of the selection process will be held in person at the publicjobs office, Chapter House, Abbey Street, Dublin 1. Making a Complaint under Section 8 A candidate may believe there was a breach of the Commission’s Code of Practice by publicjobs that may have compromised the integrity of the decision reached in the appointment process. The complaints process enables candidates to make a complaint under Section 8 to publicjobs in the first instance, and subsequently to the Commission for Public Service Appointments on appeal if they remain dissatisfied. Following a Section 8 complaint process, either publicjobs or the CPSA may find that the recruitment and selection process in question has not adhered to the standards set out in the Code of Practice. In such cases, publicjobs and the CPSA may make recommendations to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future. The CPSA cannot instruct publicjobs to reverse a decision taken during an appointment process. Any candidate wishing for an investigation into a decision regarding their application as part of a selection process should request a Review under Section 7, as outlined above. The complainant must: • Outline the facts they believe show that the process followed was incorrect. • Identify the aspect of the Code they believe has been infringed. • Enclose any relevant documentation that may support the allegation. A complaint may be dismissed if the complainant cannot support their allegations by setting out how publicjobs has fallen short of the principles of the Code. The Informal Complaint will consist of a desk-based examination of any available information relating to the recruitment process. The outcome of the Informal Complaint will be communicated to the requester in writing. • An Informal Complaint must be made within five working days of notification of the decision and will normally take place between the candidate and a representative of publicjobs who played a key role in the administration of the selection process. • Where a candidate remains dissatisfied following such informal communication, they may adopt the formal procedures set out below. A Formal Complaint must be made within five working days of either the notification of the selection decision or the notification of the outcome of the Informal Complaint. Any extension of these time limits will only be granted in the most exceptional circumstances and will be at the sole discretion of the Chief Executive. • The candidate must address their concerns in writing to the Chief Executive (via email to ceomailbox@publicjobs.ie or in writing to Chief Executive Officer, publicjobs, Chapter House, 26/30 Abbey Street Upper, Dublin 1), outlining the facts that they believe show an action taken or decision reached was incorrect. • The Formal Complaint will be investigated by a person who is completely independent of the selection process. • The outcome of the Formal Complaint will generally be notified to the candidate within 25 working days of receipt of the request for review. If the investigation does not produce a decision within this time, publicjobs must keep the candidate informed of the status of the review and the reasons for the delay.
Waterway Patroller
WEEKLY PAY: €691.27 per week pro rata REPORTS TO: Regional Manager, Senior Engineer, Inspector of Navigation, Engineer, Engineering Technician & Foreman LOCATION: Based on the Shannon Erne Waterway at Kilclare, Co Leitrim SUMMARY OF ROLE Waterways Ireland wishes to recruit a person to assist with lock operations on the Shannon-Erne Waterway at Kilclare, Co Leitrim. The successful applicants will provide assistance with the operation of the navigation locks from May to September and may be required to provide cover for other Waterway Patrollers during leave periods at other locations along the Shannon-Erne Waterway. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist vessels moving through lock chambers • Assist with stern and stem lines • Operate lock gates and sluices • Sell smart cards and Navigation charts and retain relevant cash until collected and audited by area foreman • Assist the public • Record lock passages • Complete necessary maintenance functions of lock amenity areas and relevant Waterways Ireland buildings • Covering other Waterway Patroller areas during periods of annual leave or any other period as deemed necessary by the area Foreman • Report any lock incidents or accidents immediately to the area Foreman • Complete necessary inspections of Waterways Ireland infrastructure and facilities on a regular basis • Ensure lock area is free from litter at all times • Report any faults to the area foreman without delay • Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the line manager or Engineering staff • Comply with and actively promote Waterways Ireland policies and procedures on all aspects of equality. • Complete all training as required by Waterways Ireland within specified timeframes. CONTACTS WITH: • Staff of Waterways Ireland • Members of the public • Waterway users SPECIAL CONDITIONS, WHICH APPLY: • Working on and around deep water The above list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities for the effective and efficient performance of the role. The organisation operates within a changing environment, and you will be required to be flexible and adapt to these changes and to develop your role as a result going forward. The reporting line and key duties and responsibilities of this role may be subject to change following the outcome of a review of the organisation’s structure and staffing. The above is given as a broad range of duties and is not intended to be a complete description of all tasks. PERSON SPECIFICATION Applicants must demonstrate on their Application Form how they meet the following criteria. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: • Possess a full, valid driving licence and access to a form of transport. • Valid Safepass card or equivalent • Applicants must possess the Right to Work in relevant jurisdiction. If shortlisted for interview, you will be asked to bring original documentation to interview verifying your Right to Work. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: • Possess effective communication skills • Possess basic numeracy skills • Experience of lock operations • Knowledge of the Health and Safety issues associated with the operation of lock chambers DESIRABLE CRITERIA: • Experience of working in a water-based environment • Experience of operating craft in a working environment • Knowledge of the Shannon Navigation Bye-laws (1992) • Experience of working with minimum supervision Shortlisting Process A shortlist of candidates for interviews will be prepared on the basis of information contained in the application form. It is essential that all applicants demonstrate on their application form how and the extent to which they satisfy each of the Eligibility, Essential & Desirable Criteria specified. Only those candidates who meet the Eligibility Criteria will proceed to the formal short-listing process. Where large numbers of candidates meet the Essential Criteria and Desirable Criteria then other short-listing techniques may be used to further shortlist candidates. Reserve Panel This competition will create a merit-based panel, which will last 12 months. Similar Opportunities, which arise over the next 12 months, will be offered to successful applicants in order of merit
Adult Literacy Organiser
Job Purpose: Under the responsibility of the FET Director and reporting directly to the Adult Education Officer (AEO), the Adult Literacy Organiser (ALO) will have responsibility leading and managing specific Adult Education (part-time) programmes and services within designated area of MSLETB. S/he will be responsible for developing, communicating and implementing actions in order to achieve MSLETB’s FET Strategic targets under the National FET Strategy (2026-2030). Key Duties / Areas of Responsibility of ALO Leader of Teaching and Learning • Develop and maintain an ethos appropriate to adult learning. • Promote effective teaching, learning and assessment strategies across the service. • Recruit, assess and place learners to appropriate learning groups or one to one situations. • Organise and/or support the delivery of initial and ongoing training and development for staff including volunteers. Leader of People and Teams • Plan, develop and manage the provision of basic adult education in consultation with the AEO/Director of FET. • Support, motivate and manage tutors and learners. • Performance manage staff, set clear expectations, provide regular feedback and monitor and control activity. • Assist the AEO in the promotion of on-going staff development and in the identification of the staffing needs of the service. Communications • Promote basic adult education through networking, awareness raising and publicity. • Liaise with relevant voluntary, statutory and community bodies. • Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Have the capacity to communicate clear messages to a wide variety of audiences both orally and in writing. Organisational Management and Administrative Skills • Manage resources, e.g. finance, materials, premises, etc. • Keep records and prepare reports and submissions in consultation with the AEO/FET Director/CE, as appropriate. • Implement an organisational timetable/calendar regarding administrative matters such as DES/SOLAS returns. • Establish and maintain effective data management systems such as student records etc. Self-Awareness and Self-Management • Enhance own expertise through training, development, and networking with relevant bodies. • Reflect on own actions with a view to continuous learning and development. • Set a good standard of professional interactions and ensure excellent relationship boundaries are in place. • Be aware of own skill set and traits and seek help and advice when required. • Uphold professional integrity at all times for example, in showing discretion and in maintaining confidentiality. • Maintain an ethos appropriate to adult learning. • Enhance own expertise through training, development and networking with relevant professional National organisations and associations e.g. NALA and the Adult Literacy Organisers Association. This job description 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 by the CE and to contribute to the development of the post while in the role. Accountabilities • The post-holder will report to the Adult Education Officer/Director of Further Education and Training/Deputed Officer, as appropriate. PERSON SPECIFICATION / PROFILE Essential Requirements • National Certificate in Training & Development (Adult Basic Education Management) or Equivalent Adult Education Qualification or equivalent relevant qualification as approved by the Department of Education. • Minimum three years working in Adult Education Services; such as Adult Literacy Service, Education Management, Management of Volunteers and Participation in Adult Literacy In-Service Training or other equivalent education/training, experience in adult, youth or community work. • Leadership skills that are committed to the highest standards of education provision, administration and governance. • Have strong people management and organisation skills. • Interpersonal and communication skills – confident communicator who is able to motivate others. • Relationship building/team working – ability to work independently and co-operatively as part of a team. • Problem-solving – able to analyse information and generate creative solutions. • Organisation and planning – able to plan and prioritise effectively with a focus on successful outcomes. • Self-awareness – evaluate own behaviour regularly with a view to continuous learning and development. • Perseverance and resilience – determination to reach goals, and stick with difficult tasks over a long period, even when confronted by obstacles. COMPETENCIES • Leader of teaching and learning. • Leader of people and teams. • Communications and interpersonal skills. • Organisational management & administrative skills. • Self awareness & self management. Other Requirements Specific to the Post Due to the large geographical area covered by MSLETB the successful candidate will require to hold a full driving licence and have access to transport as the posts may involve travel. The Office The office is a permanent whole-time contract of employment. The normal working week is a 35 hours five-day week basis excluding breaks. The holder of the office shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an officer of MSLETB, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an officer of MSLETB or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of MSLETB or which might be inconsistent with discharge of his or her duties as an MSLETB Officer. Probation The successful candidate shall serve a probationary period in accordance with the terms set out in MSLETB’s Probationary Policy. Salary The 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 other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Salary Scale as per Circular Letter 0007/2026. The current salary scale for Adult Literacy Organiser is as follows: €48,911 - €76,237 per year IMPORTANT NOTICE RE: SALARY: As per DE guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit may only apply, if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting salary is not subject to negotiation. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Instructor is 35 days pro rata. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in MSLETB, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. 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 relevant legislation and Department circulars. Location / Base The initial location of this position is the MSLETB Offices, St. George’s Terrace, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board reserves the right to assign you to any location or base that is under the control of Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board, as the need arises. Any change in location or base by Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board will not be deemed as redeployment as provided for under the Public Service Agreements. Start Date MSLETB shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the MSLETB in its absolute discretion may determine, MSLETB shall not appoint them.
