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SUPPORT WORKER OFFALY DAY SERVICES (70 Hours per fortnight permanent part time) Informal enquiries to: Michelle Kenny 087 1686320 Katie Bergin 0872973077 We are recruiting for a position of Support worker to work as part of a dynamic team supporting in our Day Services in Offaly. The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. We have many Day Services throughout Offaly including Tullamore, Ballycumber, Clara and Edenderry. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Support Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. Requirements: HSE recognised Fetac/QQI Level 5 Major award or willinghness to complete. · A valid driving licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland. · Knowledge of New Directions · Experience of working with people with a range of support needs to include behaviours of concern. · Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively. · Minimum basic level IT Skills, email, basic word doc, systems. · Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role. HSE PAYSCALE: Support worker €34,881 to €48,434 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 02 November 7.00pm To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
Director Of Quality And Development
DIRECTOR OF QUALITY AND DEVELOPMENT Grade VIII | Permanent Full-Time | 70 Hours Per Fortnight LOCATION: Tullamore, Portlaoise or Mullingar, with travel across Muiríosa Foundation service locations REPORTING TO: Chief Operating Officer TENURE: Permanent, full-time THE ROLE The Director of Quality and Development will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and will provide strategic leadership and oversight across Quality, Advocacy, Learning & Development, Digital Enhancement, Health, Safety & Risk. The Director will align work across these areas with Muiríosa Foundation’s vision, mission, values and strategic priorities, using evidence, feedback, lived experience and organisational learning to strengthen practice and support continuous improvement. THE DIRECTOR WILL WORK CLOSELY WITH • People supprted by the Muiriosa Foundation and their Support Staff. • The Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Senior Leadership Team and Board governance structures. • The Quality, Risk and Safety Manager and the Learning and Development Manager. • Operational services, Human Resources, Finance, ICT, the Data Protection Officer and other organisational departments. • The HSE, HIQA, the Health and Safety Authority, advocacy organisations, educational institutions, research partners and other relevant stakeholders. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide strategic leadership across Quality, Advocacy, Learning and Development, and Health, Safety and Risk. • Establish clear priorities aligned with Muiríosa Foundation’s Strategic Plan, vision, mission and values. • Contribute to organisational strategy, governance, improvement priorities and overall organisational effectiveness. • Ensure that the rights, voices, will and preferences of people supported remain central to work across the four areas. • Provide strategic leadership for quality assurance and quality enhancement, informed by lived experience, evidence, feedback, personal outcomes and professional judgement. • Ensure learning from complaints, safeguarding matters, incidents, audits, inspections, reviews and feedback informs improvement activity. • Develop and lead a strategic framework for advocacy and support meaningful participation and co-production by people supported. • Set the strategic direction for workforce learning and development and promote leadership development, reflective practice, coaching, mentoring and peer learning. • Set the strategic direction for health, safety and risk management, including oversight of significant and emerging organisational risks. • Promote proportionate approaches to risk that support safety while respecting autonomy, rights, choice and positive risk-taking. • Oversee organisational policy governance and improvements to policies, processes and workflows. • Provide strategic direction for accessible digital enhancement and engagement initiatives within the function. • Provide clear, balanced and evidence-based assurance to senior leadership, the Board and relevant Board committees. • Build effective partnerships with statutory, regulatory, advocacy, professional, educational & research bodies, & The Federation of Voluntary Service Providers. EXPECTATIONS OF THE POSTHOLDER • Demonstrate strategic and systems leadership through a strong commitment to The Muiríosa Foundation’s vision, mission and values. • Promote rights-based, person-centred and neuroaffirmative practice. • Exercise sound judgement and communicate complex information clearly and accessibly. • Model integrity, accountability, collaboration, innovation and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. • Work flexibly and travel across Muiríosa Foundation service locations as required. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS • A relevant qualification at Level 8 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications in health or social care, quality, risk management, education, learning and development, organisational development, management, leadership or another relevant discipline. • Significant senior management or leadership experience within disability services, health, social care, education, quality, advocacy, risk, learning and development or a related environment. • Experience of leading through managers or senior professional leads. • Experience of developing and implementing organisational strategy, governance frameworks or significant improvement initiatives. • Demonstrated knowledge of quality, advocacy, health and safety, risk, organisational learning and workforce development. • A strong understanding of rights-based and person-centred disability supports. • An understanding of the legislative, regulatory and policy environment relevant to disability services in Ireland. • Experience of using evidence, information, feedback and lived experience to inform organisational decision-making and improvement. • Excellent strategic-thinking, leadership, communication, collaboration and influencing skills. • The ability to prepare clear, balanced and evidence-based reports for senior leadership and governance structures. • A full driving licence and access to transport, as travel across Muiríosa Foundation’s service areas will be required, subject to any reasonable accommodation. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS • Health and wellbeing supports, including an Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7. • Extensive training and professional-development opportunities, including support for relevant further education. • Meaningful and varied work with the opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives. • Salary in line with Department of Health pay scales and public sector pay provisions. • Public service pension arrangements and a range of leave benefits. • Health insurance group schemes and the Cycle to Work Scheme, subject to applicable conditions. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Muiríosa Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively welcome applications from groups that are underrepresented in our workforce. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance and we will be happy to assist. APPLICATION DETAILS For informal enquiries, please contact: [insert name and email address] Closing date for receipt of completed applications: [insert date and time] Application method: [insert application link or instructions] DATA PROTECTION Muiríosa Foundation will process personal data provided in connection with an application for this role in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation, the Data Protection Acts 2018 and the organisation’s applicable data protection arrangements. Suitability as outlined in person specification and job description attached. Informal Enquiries: Eoin Mooney ( Chief Operating Officer ) 086 3811089 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tuesday 27th October @ 7.00pm To apply and for further details please go to our web page at: Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
Administrator
Are you ready to help great clients build their future? We are seeking an Administrator to join our talented team of proactive professional advisors servicing clients across Ireland. This role is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland's fastest growing professional service Firms. The successful candidate will work closely with our team at Ifac Tullamore. About Ifac: Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, and agribusiness sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Our Purpose: Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition: With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Life at Ifac: Working at Ifac means being part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and professional growth. Ifac emphasises a balanced work-life environment, offering flexible working arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Our Values At Ifac, we are dedicated to cultivating a workplace grounded in the core values of Energy, Commitment, Foresight, Collaboration, and Respect. Making an impact: We build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimise opportunities. The Role: The role will include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Assistant
At Holland & Barrett, we're more than a retailer, we're trusted partners in helping people make health and wellness a way of life. As a Retail Assistant , you'll play an important role in creating welcoming, inspiring experiences for every customer who walks through our doors. Whether you're already passionate about wellbeing or simply curious to learn more, we'll give you the training, support and opportunities to build your knowledge and make a real difference every day. What you'll be doing If you're looking for a role where you can learn, grow and make a positive difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Holland & Barrett as a Retail Assistant. Please note that vacancies may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
HR/QSE Administrator
About Elis Elis is a leading international provider of textile, hygiene, and Cleanroom services, located across 31 countries globally, supporting highly regulated industries with contamination control solutions. We partner closely with our customers to deliver reliable, compliant, and high-quality services. The Role As the HR/QSE Administrator , you will play a key role in supporting our Birr plant by delivering effective HR services and ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards. This is a varied role, offering exposure to both HR and QSE functions, and would suit someone with strong organisational skills, independence, and a drive to make a positive impact. Experience in either HR or QSE is preferable. What We Offer Key Responsibilities HR: · Act as the first point of contact for HR queries. · Maintain accurate HR documentation and databases in line with legislation. · Lead recruitment, onboarding, induction, and probation reviews. · Support managers with performance management, employee relations, and investigations. · Liaise with payroll to resolve queries and maintain employee records. · Drive employee engagement initiatives and update HR communications. QSE: · Maintain and update QSE documentation, policies, and records. · Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards. · Support audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. · Coordinate QSE-related training and promote a culture of safety and responsibility. · Stay informed on relevant legislation and ensure organisational compliance. Who We’re Looking For · Previous experience in HR or QSE is preferable · Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail · Ability to work independently and handle sensitive information confidentially · Strong communication and interpersonal skills · Proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute to continuous improvement
Procurement & Contracts Manager
CENTRAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT & CONTRACTS MANAGER PERMANENT FULL TIME (70 HOURS PER WEEK) Office based in Tullamore or Portarlington Informal Enquiries: Andrea O’Connor 087 949 9986 Who are we: The Muiriosa Foundation is a Section 38 voluntary health organisation providing services to people with intellectual disabilities, and Autistic people with co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We are publicly funded by the Department of Health, through the HSE. The Muiriosa Foundation employs 1500 staff and provides residential and day opportunities to over 500 individuals. We provide as advisory service to a further 300 people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Description: We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated Procurement and Contracts Manager. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the successful candidate will lead the organisation’s contracts and procurement function. The office is based in Tullamore at Muiriosa headquarters or Triest House, Portarlington but the successful candidate will be expected to work across the three central administration locations from time to time. Requirements: · Level 8 degree or equivalent relevant professional qualification · Recognised professional procurement qualification · Qualification in Contracts Management desirable · Experience managing procurement processes from planning through to contract award. · Experience preparing tender documentation, specifications, evaluation criteria and procurement reports. · Experience operating within public procurement regulations and competitive tendering frameworks. Experience managing supplier relationships and contract performance · Experience maintaining contract registers and managing contract lifecycles. · Experience monitoring contract compliance, performance indicators and service delivery obligations. · Experience managing contract renewals, variations and associated governance requirements. · Experience preparing management reports, business cases and briefing papers for senior management. · Experience supporting audit processes, compliance reviews and governance frameworks. · Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation to support organisational accountability. · Experience working collaboratively with internal stakeholders across multiple departments. · Experience providing guidance and advice to managers regarding procurement and compliance requirements. · Experience supporting organisational projects through procurement and financial oversight. · Experience in a Section 38 publicly funded organisation strongly desirable. · Experience in a leadership role with line management responsibility. As part of the role, you will be required to travel between locations Closing Date: Thursday 15th October 2026 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
