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So, you were chosen from hundreds of applicants for an interview that you Aced.

You even went out to pre-celebrate with your friends, it was a great night ?you and your Sister from another mister Sarah ended up knocking back ‘slippery nipples’ while dancing on bar stools.  On cue Chelsea got the perfect shot to tag you in on Social Media.  And as the lyrics go to James Arthurs’s song, “you danced the night away, you drank too much”, Sarah held your hair back as you were throwing up and then “you smiled over your shoulder”…and Chelsea who was “stone cold sober” was on cue again to take the perfect photo as you sat in vomit at the edge of the pavement.

It’s a week later and you’re surprised that #bestjobintheworld.co haven’t called you back to make an offer?  Really?

You might also be surprised to hear that numerous recent surveys have proven that prospective employers also like Social Media.  In fact, according to a report by YouGov, a well-known UK based market research company who surveyed over 2,000 business decision makers – one in five employers have turned down a candidate after checking Social Media prior to making an offer.

And Social Media checks are far more popular than you think.  CareerBuilder’s recent survey found that 70% of employers use this process to screen candidates before hiring.  54% have decided not to hire based on Social Media activity.

“Invasion of Privacy”, I hear you scream!   Fair enough, but you need to take some responsibility for your public image, you’ve left yourself vulnerable.  You must adjust your account settings and while at it, review the way people like Chelsea can tag you in photos.   The majority of employers cited evidence of excessive drinking and/or drug use as a reason not to offer.

But it’s not only when you’re out socialising that can cause a problem.  Poor communication skills, bad grammar and spelling mistakes also ranked highly as a reason not to employ along with evidence of the candidate bad mouthing previous employers or displaying aggressive behaviour.  The use of discriminatory, offensive or bad language, slang or jokes relating to race, gender, religion or politics was also frowned upon.  Some employers also discovered that candidates lied about their qualifications through social media when they joked about it on-line.

Too many “Selfies” was also seen as a signal that you may be too self-centred and not a team player – seriously…that’s what the statistics came back with, so slow down with the #picoftheday, #followme, #nomakeup, #nofilter, #whatever ….#thinkofhebiggerpic instead.

To become more employable, you could publicly display information that shows off your professional accomplishments and qualifications in a positive way.  Showing pictures of you with your team on the playing field or promoting the charity and voluntary work that you do is obviously going to be more welcomed by future employers, or you could just leave a simple profile picture visible.  But whatever you do don’t go deleting your account completely, 57% of business decision makers surveyed said they were less likely to interview a candidate that didn’t exist on-line at all.

The motto of the story is to restrict what people can see and also what “friends” can tag you in – keep control of your on-line presence.  Think twice before you post something, once published, it’s there forever even when deleted.

You’ve got to see it from the employers’ point of view, taking on someone new is a big commitment, it’s a form of relationship and there are risks involved.  Choosing the right person for the job is so important not only for the business but also for the colleagues who will have to train this person in and let’s face it, spend more time with them than they spend with their own families.

Hope I haven’t scared you too much!   #bestofluck on your #jobhunt #hopeyougetabreak soon.?

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TO ADVERTISE A POSITION VISIT;  <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/employers/">https://www.jobalert.ie/employers/</a>

 

 

 

References;

Career Builder

<a href="https://www.careerbuilder.com/advice/social-media-survey-2017">https://www.careerbuilder.com/advice/social-media-survey-2017</a>

 

YouGov

<a href="https://d25d2506sfb94s.cloudfront.net/cumulus_uploads/document/wkikbhg88s/InternalResults_170316_business_decision_makers.pdf">https://d25d2506sfb94s.cloudfront.net/cumulus_uploads/document/wkikbhg88s/InternalResults_170316_business_decision_makers.pdf</a>

Disgracebook!   The Power of Social Media when Job Hunting!

1)  TCB Ireland - Data Entry Administrator | €23k+ doe


TCB Ireland have a client - A Trustee Company based in Dublin City Centre and currently requires a Data Entry Administrator to join their team.  Starting salary is €23k and could rise depending on your level of experience. More details <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/job/data-entry-administrator-city-centre-offices-tcb-ireland-dublin/">here.</a>
2) Firstaff  - Order Processing Clerk | €12.50 per hour (paid weekly)


You will be responsible of processing orders, handling any customer enquiries and complaints in an efficient manner and providing cover for the trade counter department as needed. <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/job/customer-service-and-order-processing-clerk-firstaff/">Apply here. </a>
3)  HAYS Recruitment - Medical Typist | €12-€14 per hour


Medical Typist required for large South Dublin hospital, 12 weeks,€12-€14 per hour. Audio typing exp essential. More details <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/job/medical-typist-hays-e12-e14-per-hour/">here. </a>
4) Typist Required | Lisney – Dublin 2


Lisney in Dublin 2 are looking for an experienced typist to join a busy commercial team. This is a six month contract with a possibility of extension. More information <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/job/typist-required-lisney-dublin/">here. </a>
5) Willis Towers Watson - Administrative Assistant


The role:  Provide secretarial and administrative support to a team of consultants working in the Benefits line of business. <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/job/administrative-assistant-required-willis-towers-watson-dublin/">Apply here. </a>

 

So that&#39;s the lot, for now. For all your job needs be sure to visit <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/jobs/">https://www.jobalert.ie/jobs</a> where we have over 2,500 live jobs across all industries. To get all of the latest available vacancies in your local area please like us on <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/find-us-on-facebook/">Facebook.</a>

Happy Job Hunting!

Data Entry Jobs in Dublin - 5 Companies Hiring Now

Recently we’ve been trying to source part-time, seasonal and full-time work for 16-year-olds plus.

I’m a great believer in letting young people out into the real World as soon as they are ready, it expands life experiences, allows them to earn their own money, builds self-reliance &amp; confidence and allows them to meet other good role models at work like Managers and more mature workmates.

We also have to remember that not every child wants to take the “Academic Route”. So preparing them for work provides alternatives to help them develop just as much or indeed to excel beyond their peers, if they choose to leave school earlier. And remember just because you didn’t get the opportunity to go to College doesn’t mean that your child will want to go, now that you&#39;re making it possible.

Is your child prepared to work? This brings me to “mollycoddling”. As parents it’s important to know the difference early on regarding being protective and being overly protective. Parents, who smother their kids with too much mollycoddling, actually do them more harm than good. Your kids will remain dependent on you and will be incapable of making decisions or fending for themselves and this will hurt when it comes to employment!

Recently a Manager of a very large Restaurant chain told me that she is disturbed by the amount of parents who are calling into stores with their 17/18 year old&#39;s in town asking for jobs! Yes Mammy is asking the Manager if they have any jobs for “Little Jimmy”? She said this is a definite No, No! There’s not a chance that they will take on this young person. Surely if they cannot speak for themselves how are they going to interact with customers under pressure?

So if your child said “Mam, I don’t want you to come with me! They were absolutely right!!” So listen up parents, you’re not helping your child by doing this.

Confidence building needs to start early on! You need to teach your children life skills and responsibility through age appropriate tasks under supervision to make children learn new things and also help them gain independence, manners and confidence. It is all a part of growing up.

Tasks like going to the shops, sending your child up to the waitress to ask for a fork!, asking for the bill, letting your child pay for their own purchases, answering the phone, taking messages, chores about the house, setting their own alarm for school, these are all little things that will help grow their confidence.

You’ll be surprised how capable your child can be. If they make a mistake they will learn from it.

Letting them choose their own clothes, yes even on a cold day. If they forget a hat and scarf they will be cold, but they will remember it the next time. This is how they master the art of right decision making. They learn the consequences of wrong decisions and how to weigh up options before committing.

So hopefully your child will be able to walk up to a Manager and leave in their own CV &amp; get the Job!!

There are many sites giving information about Life Skill tasks for children you&#39;ll find them if you google.

For Jobs try <a href="http://www.jobalert.ie/">www.jobalert.ie</a>

Opportunities for 16 year olds+ - Food for Thought

Typically January is one of the busiest times of the year for recruitment and it’s pretty logical when you think about it.  As we ring in the New Year candidates are not the only people to make New Year Resolutions, businesses and decision-makers do too! After a pretty hectic month in December, January will see the return to normality for most organisations as new plans, projects and budgets are finalised and we can expect to see new jobs being posted.

Safe to say 2018 will also be a busy year for recruitment in Ireland due to rapid economic growth with the European Commission predicting a &quot;robust&quot; environment and GDP pencilled in at 4.8% for 2019.  The CSO have also confirmed that Ireland’s jobless rate is now nearly three points below the eurozone average of 8.9 percent and current trends show it is likely to fall below 6 percent early next year, before reaching full employment at 5.5%.  So 2018 will be a prosperous New Year for Job Seekers.

The start of the New Year is also the perfect time for you to think about your career move. It’s a natural transition point to review how you want your future to look going forward, never mind the fact that you could also be feeling the need for a higher salary in 2018 as you dread the thoughts of an impending credit card bill following the Christmas splurge.

Employees have time to reflect on their lives in general, particularly their career during the Christmas break. With the extra days off at home, trawling through job adverts and checking out industry and marketplace news kills a bit of time when you need a break away from the in-laws or extended family too. It’s not like your usual days off or holidays when you’re otherwise occupied and as employees move onto pastures new, vacancies open up, backfill takes place and the cycle continues.

So if you think you may feel the urge for a change get prepared now as you won’t be alone in your job hunt – update your CV, Linkedin profile and register with <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/sign-up/">JobAlert.ie</a> to receive notifications as suitable jobs come in.

Have a fabulous Christmas and A Happy New Career.

The JobAlert Team

Jobseekers - Are You Ready For The January Jobs Boom?

Be sure to pick out a smart outfit a few days before an interview and try it on to make sure that you look sharp and well presented. For women, a smart shirt, dress, skirt or trousers are a safe bet for impressing at an interview and for men, a well-kept suit and freshly ironed shirt and tie is the ideal outfit to show that you’re a serious candidate.

If this is your first job interview and funds are low, ask a friend or relative if you can borrow a suit, I’m sure they will oblige. Even if you are applying for a position in a casual work environment, it is always better to look smartly dressed at the interview stage.

Charity Shops also stock a large range of suits and shirts if you are strapped for cash and organisations like Dress for Success, Dublin offer professional clothing and styling advice for women in advance of job interviews. They also have a large range of donated suits, separates and footwear available free of charge for women going to interviews. More information can be found on www.dressforsuccessdublin.org.

Dress For Success

Are you trying to find a job but you&#39;ve no prior professional experience? The team at JobAlert.ie have put together some quick tips to help you with your job search.No experience, no problem!The impossible riddle that haunts jobseekers – “I need experience to get a job, but I need a job to get experience”.If you are still in school, searching for a part-time job can feel hopeless when you haven’t got any work experience.Do not fear as we have detailed a blueprint to beef up your CV and guide you to landing a job this summer!Writing a CV without any work experienceHave you recently found yourself saying “I don’t have anything to put down on my CV”? Well, that is all about to change my friend.It’s time to put on your thinking cap for a few minutes.Employers are looking for candidates that possess a particular set of skills to make sure they are competent enough to do the job they are hiring for.So it’s time to prove to the employer that you are up to the task.Make a list of any activities you have successfully completed in the past that highlighted your skill set. It’s very important that you list skills that are relevant to the job you are applying for.Examples include:•	Working on a school project (Teamwork)
•	Giving a presentation (Communication)
•	Knowledge of computers (IT)
•	Babysitting (Responsibility)
•	Captain of school football team (Leadership)
•	Binge watching Netflix for 12 hours straight (Strong Work Ethic) 
All of these activities allow you to build a list of skills for your CV.  Write down 4 – 5 skills with examples for each. To get the ball rolling, download a <a href="https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-and-careers/applying-for-a-job/what-is-a-resume/sample-resumes/resume-template-vce-no-work-experience">free CV template here</a> for jobseekers who have no experience. If you don’t have a CV yet, use the same format of the above CV template and just replace the information with your own. Now you have a CV ready for employers.Cover letterThe next piece of the puzzle is writing your cover letter. The same principles for writing your CV will apply for your cover letter. Gather relevant skills plus examples from past activities and include them in your cover letter. Download <a href="https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-and-careers/applying-for-a-job/what-is-a-cover-letter/sample-cover-letters/cover-letter-no-work-experience">Cover Letter templates here</a> which are specifically designed for jobseekers who have no experience. No shortcutsWhen applying online for summer jobs you must always tailor your CV and cover letter for each individual job. This does not mean lie about who you are and what skills you possess. It just means making your application as relevant as possible to the position you are applying for.Using similar language and linking your relevant skills with those listed on the job requirements will give you an advantage and grab the attention of the employer more than if you keep your CV generic.Completing a new cover letter for every job you apply for will also give you an edge and show the employer that you have done your homework. Do some research and learn about the company’s values and history. Then tie in how your own personality traits and skills that you showcased are aligned with the company you are applying for.Use your networkI’m sure you’re familiar with the saying “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”. Well, when it comes to finding a job for the summer this old school saying holds some weight.Make sure you speak with teachers, family members, sports team coaches, parents of friends – literally anyone you can think of and ask them if they know of any companies hiring. The fact is that you could be just one conversation away from a friend or family member helping you land a summer job.Also – let the world know you want a job! Don’t keep it bottled in. Blast it out across your Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat profiles – even use Facebook stories (It’s about time someone did).  If nobody knows you want a job nothing will ever change. Everyone you come in contact with, just tell them you are looking for a summer job.Get out of your comfort zone – If you don’t ask you don’t getIn the case of finding a summer job just sending applications online will not be enough.  It’s time to get up close and personal with employers. I do understand that the thought of printing out your CV and visiting a shop owner to ask for a job may seem daunting. However the reward far outweighs the awkwardness of asking an employer if they are hiring. Landing a job for the summer will allow you to start earning your own money while gaining valuable work experience that will act as the building blocks for your career in the future.Build a tolerance for rejectionNever take rejection personally. Ever.Everyone you have ever known who is in a job has been rejected at one point or another. It’s part and parcel of the game, so get used to it. The more times you get rejected, the more your confidence will build in the face of it. Rejection will build your character. What won’t build your character is the fear of rejection.It’s this fear of rejection that cripples most people and paralyses them when it comes to taking meaningful action that would improve their lives.  So get comfortable with the uncomfortable and embrace rejection.Ideas on where to find summer jobs:•	Local shops and small businesses in your town (Not just for the summer)
•	Shopping centres
•	Hotels and resorts
•	Tourist’s attractions 
•	Golf and Tennis clubs
•	Parks &amp; recreation areas 
•	Local government summer job programs: Visit your local county council careers website or contact the local enterprise boards in your area
•	Summer camps
•	Fast food restaurants (Visit their careers website first to see if they are hiring)
•	Internship programs: Search online to see if any companies are offering an internship program.
•	Visit the jobs section on our website to find companies hiring in your local area.
Final tip: If you are a teenager please become familiar with your employment rights as well as the Minimum Wage rate in Ireland. Review all the details <a href="https://www.schooldays.ie/articles/teen-summer-jobs">here.</a>Remember that there are move CVs than there are jobs, so keep applying and stack the odds in your favour. The team at JobAlert.ie wishes you every success in your venture to find a job this summer. When the going gets tough just keep on going! Best of luck.Want to keep updated with jobs in your local area? Like us on Facebook and receive updates every day about opportunities in your county. We have a separate Facebook page for every county in Ireland -<a href="https://www.jobalert.ie/find-us-on-facebook/"></a> check out the full list at the bottom of our website <a href="https://www.jobalert.ie">home page.</a>

How to get a job with no experience

Director & Chief Biscuit Dunker

Sean Breen

ALL BUS SERVICES have been cancelled for Leinster and Munster tomorrow as the country deals with ongoing severe weather conditions.

The cancellation affects Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann services.

Bus services in the capital have been operating today with some delays but the expected worsening conditions means the decision has been taken to suspend services tomorrow.

The decision was announced following a meeting of the National Emergency Coordination Group.

Schools are also set to close in areas covered by tomorrow’s ‘status red’ warning – which covers Leinster and Munster and stays in place until Friday at noon.

Luas and Irish Rail services will be operating but at a “constrained service”, finishing between 12pm and 2pm.

Met Éireann has issued a red alert snow-ice warning for Munster and Leinster, warning that ‘blizzard-like’ conditions are expected.

“Our services are primarily operating on main roads only due to poor road conditions,” Dublin Bus said in its latest update.

“Customers should be aware that services may also experience delays.”

Bus Éireann said there were “major disruptions across the country due to deteriorating weather conditions”.

You can get the latest on the weather situation <a href="http://www.thejournal.ie/snow-liveblog-3875867-Feb2018/">here at the Journal.ie Liveblog</a>.

<a href="http://www.thejournal.ie/dublin-bus-bus-eireann-beast-from-the-east-3876884-Feb2018/?utm_source=facebook_short">Source: http://www.thejournal.ie/dublin-bus-bus-eireann-beast-from-the-east-3876884-Feb2018/?utm_source=facebook_short</a>

Bus Éireann & Dublin Bus services cancelled tomorrow in Leinster, Munster

The 2018 Living Wage rate is €11.90 per hour. The Living Wage is set by the Living Wage Technical Group based on research identifying the Minimum Essential Standard of Living (MESL) in Ireland, conducted by the VPSJ.

The hourly Living Wage rate is the average gross salary required by full-time employed adult (without dependents) to afford a socially acceptable minimum standard of living across Ireland.
Through its budget standards research the VPSJ recognises the inadequacy of the National Minimum Wage for many household types. Earnings below the Living Wage do not allow for a Minimum Essential Standard of Living, and means individuals are faced with having to do without essentials in order to make ends meet.

The ongoing and unsustainable increase in rents has again pushed up living costs, in the last year. The 20c increase in the hourly Living Wage has been mainly driven by the current housing crisis and the associated increases in rent levels.

Aside from housing, the overall cost of the minimum essential needs of a full-time single worker fell in the last year. The cost of food, clothing, health insurance and transport all fell in 2018. While home energy costs increased notably (5.2%), this was not enough to offset the reduction in costs for other areas of need. Additionally, changes to the Universal Social Charge (USC) increased net pay for a person earning the Living Wage, when compared to 2017.

These savings are wiped out by rising rents. The overall cost of a socially acceptable minimum standard of living increased by an average of 2.5% for a single full-time worker without dependents, over the past year.

In Dublin, rent now accounts for effectively half (49.6%) of a single person’s minimum living costs, and increased by over €21 per week since 2017. Rents have continued to increase outside of Dublin also, in the last year housing costs for a Living Wage worker increased by an average of 10.9% across Ireland.

If housing costs had not increased to such a degree the Living Wage rate would not have increased in 2018.

To date, the full impact of rising rents has been counter balanced, somewhat, by falling costs in other areas of essential expenditure, for example food and transport. It is unlikely that such price reductions will continue to act as a break on increases in the Living Wage needed in coming years. Consequently, increases in the cost of a minimum standard of living, driven by rising rents, could necessitate further increases in the Living Wage in order to keep pace.

Further details on the Living Wage and on the methodology used to calculate the hourly Living Wage rate can be found on<a href="http://www.livingwage.ie/">www.livingwage.ie</a>


The Living Wage
The Living Wage is based on the concept that work should provide an adequate income to enable individuals to afford a socially acceptable minimum standard of living.

The Living Wage is the average gross salary which will enable full-time employed adults (without dependents) across Ireland to afford a socially acceptable minimum standard of living.

Unlike the National Minimum Wage, the Living Wage is an evidence based rate of pay which is grounded in social consensus. It is derived from Consensual Budget Standards research, which establishes the cost of a Minimum Essential Standard of Living in Ireland today.



National Minimum Wage
Living Wage



<ul>
 	<li>A rate which is set by policy makers</li>
</ul>


<ul>
 	<li>A rate which is based on evidence and research</li>
</ul>




<ul>
 	<li>Is arbitrarily determined, and does not reflect the cost of a standard of living</li>
</ul>


<ul>
 	<li>Benchmarked against the cost of minimum standard of living</li>
</ul>




<ul>
 	<li>Does not change as living costs change</li>
</ul>


<ul>
 	<li>Updated each year to reflect changes in the cost of a Minimum Essential Standard of Living</li>
</ul>




Source: <a href="https://www.budgeting.ie/living-wage/">https://www.budgeting.ie/living-wage/</a>

Living wage in Ireland increased by 20c to €11.90 an hour

Taking a long career break for any reason can leave you feeling discouraged and obsolete. Thankfully, you couldn&#39;t be more wrong! Tech companies hire people not qualifications &amp; they miss your experience - they need YOU back!  These companies look at the whole person and the skills that they bring from inside and outside of work. That means they recognise that Mums and women who have taken a career break are the ultimate project managers, fast decision makers, effective people managers, communicators and empathisers. All of these competencies are high on tech companies recruiting ‘wish list’.

There is now a programme that you can join that offers you workshops, training, individual coaching, networking, in-house placements with sponsor companies with paid internship rates that allow you to cover the cost of childcare, travel and any other basic costs associated with your work placement.

At the end of the work placement you may be offered a position within the sponsoring company, or you can apply for open positions elsewhere in the sector.




Does this sound like you?





Currently unemployed.

Keen to return to work in the technology sector.

Have an IT/ICT related Degree – or other relevant qualification.

Able to participate in Dublin.

5+ years prior experience.

 




Dust off your binary finery and reboot your career





There has never been a better time to bring your skills and experience back to the technology sphereWith job openings mushrooming, there are a wide variety of roles and opportunities for women who have previously worked in tech. This is not only in software development or engineering but also project management, customer support, quality and test, service or sales management, business analysis and more.

Technology is pervasive across all sectors, so the tech sector also wants people from other sectors who are comfortable working in a tech environment.





We want IT, not Guy T





The tech industry is yearning to attract more women to join. And why? Well firstly, and most obviously, follow the money: gender diverse technology companies have been proven to financially outperform those with a greater gender divide, especially when women occupy high-ranking positions. A fact most ably demonstrated by the most valuable tech brands in the world.

Outside of the boardroom and the bottom line, diversity plays a hugely positive role in all areas of business. A broader cross section of ages and genders within a team brings a greater range of work experience, ethics and styles, creating fresh ideas, enhancing innovation and increasing productivity. Age and experience needn’t date you, but make you more relevant and valuable as a balance to the rest of a team.





Don’t hesitate, reactivate!





Did you know that there are 6,000 technology jobs expected to open up in Ireland every year?

Only half of these will be filled by college graduates. So your skills in technology, however dormant, are more in demand than ever before.

There are a myriad of ways for you to build on your existing skill-base and bring yourself up to, and even ahead of the curve of the fast-moving tech landscape.





So Go For IT!





There’s never been a better time for experienced women to recalibrate their tech skills and reactivate their careers.  You’ve got far more to offer than you’d think!
<ul>
 	<li>Over 50 women have completed the ReBOOT programme and have updated technology skills, honed their interview skills, and developed new career plans.</li>
 	<li>3 out of every 4 participants immediately re-enter the tech sector after completing the ReBOOT programme.</li>
</ul>
Could you be next?

The Women ReBOOT Programme is led by Technology Ireland and funded by Skillnets Ireland. It has been developed by the Software Skillnet and is provided free to participants. The programme provides workshops, personal coaching, introductions to companies, online technology training, and paid work placements.  

If you want to join the next ReBOOT programme, come along to the information evening on 2 May 2018.  <a href="http://womenreboot.ie/info-event/">Book your place here.</a>



Women ReBOOT is a 6 month part-time programme for experienced and talented ICT women who have taken a career break from the technology sector and now want to return to work. Join other like-minded women who share your ambitions, concerns and challenges and take the first step back into IT.



ReBOOT Programme 2018



The ReBOOT programme is free and has 2 stages. Stage 1 is a 3 month professional development process which will rebuild your skills and give you the confidence to re-enter the workplace. Stage 2 is a 2 month career transition stage. Here you will have a work placement in a technology company to give you up to date experience and familiarise yourself with today’s technology sector.



Stage 1 | June – October 2018





In stage 1 you will take part in workshops, training, individual coaching, and networking with staff from a wide range of companies.Professional Development Workshops (4 x 1 day seminars)
<ul>
 	<li>Update your CV</li>
 	<li>Refine your interview skills</li>
 	<li>Network with industry professionals</li>
 	<li>Find relevant opportunities in the marketplace</li>
</ul>
Technology Deep Dive – (2 days)
<ul>
 	<li>Get to know the changes in the technology sector in recent years</li>
 	<li>Re-introducing you to the terminology used and helping you to make sense of some of the buzzwords used in the ICT sector.</li>
</ul>
Coaching and Mentoring (4 x 1 hour sessions)
<ul>
 	<li>Coaching and mentoring from qualified coaches throughout the programme.</li>
 	<li>These sessions will support you in addressing your unique challenges, boost your confidence and self belief, and strengthen your interview skills.</li>
</ul>
Online Learning Platform – Pluralsight learning platform
<ul>
 	<li>Access online learning that been developed for the technology industry and is directly relevant to current market opportunities.</li>
 	<li>Update your specific technology skills</li>
 	<li>Access the platform online and learn in your own time.</li>
</ul>




Stage 2 | October 2018 – January 2019





In-Company Work Experience

Our sponsor companies offer a range of work placements in a variety of roles. Companies select participants for interview and offer placements to those participants that best fit with the roles.

During the work placement you will receive further training, mentoring and company support to build your professional and technical skills.

Work placements are an opportunity to show your strengths and potential. They provide recent experience for your CV and allow you to familiarise yourself with the work practices of today’s technology companies. They also give you insight into job roles and positions opening up in our sponsor companies.

All of our work-placements are paid at internship rates. This allows you to cover the cost of childcare, travel and any other basic costs associated with your work placement. At the end of the work placement you may be offered a position in the sponsoring company, or apply for open positions among our company group or elsewhere in the sector.

Check out what some of the recent ReBOOT participants have to say about their experience and if this sounds like what you’re looking for, be sure to book in for our information evening on 2 May. 

More Information; http://womenreboot.ie/

Return to the tech sector - Women ReBOOT will get you ready!

<ul>
 	<li>
Firm to recruit new staff to help grow its business primarily in Britain and Europe
</li>
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A specialist joinery company in Co Derry is to create more than 50 jobs as it celebrates its 30th year in business with a £5 million expansion project.
The <a href="https://www.irishtimes.com/topics/topics-7.1213540?article=true&amp;tag_company=Specialist+Joinery+Group">Specialist Joinery Group</a>, which is owned by the O’Hagan family, is planning to recruit new staff to help grow its business primarily in Britain and Europe.
The company, which was set up by John B O’Hagan with just 10 people, has grown to become a major employer on a three acre site outside Maghera. The family business hopes its latest investment will help it meet a “rising demand” from tier one contractors.
“The business has grown rapidly since our last major investment in 2013, resulting in the need for more capacity to meet our customer’s needs,” Mr O’Hagan. “We remain intensely export focused, as well as maintaining our position as a market leader on the island of Ireland.
“Over the past 30 years in business the company has delivered an outstanding portfolio of major projects for leading law practices, pharmaceutical companies, universities and hospitals as well as working for some of the world’s most distinguished brands; Estee Lauder, Google, Rolls Royce, AECOM and Amazon.”
Invest NI has offered the Specialist Joinery Group financial support totalling £468,000 towards its latest investment project, this has been part funded by the European Regional Development Fund.
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 	<li>SOURCE;  https://www.irishtimes.com/business/specialist-joinery-group-to-create-50-jobs-in-derry-1.3482861</li>
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Specialist Joinery Group to create 50 jobs in Derry

Investment of €5m to create the Vaults in the John’s Lane area, which opens in July
A new tourist attraction in Dublin city centre is to create 50 new jobs following a €5 million investment.
The attraction, called the Vaults, will be located in the John’s Lane area of Thomas St and opens in July.
The €5 million is being spent on converting the old Augustinian St John’s National School into a series of theatrical sets with live actor-led performances.
The initiative is being developed by Frontier Entertainment, which is driven by former broadcaster Paul Blanchfield and producer Gerald Heffernan with the creative involvement of playwright Peter Sheridan.
“The show consists of thrilling special effects, dark humour, moments of pure fun and lots of audience participation,” said Frontier Entertainment.
Just over half the jobs will be made up of actors, making the attraction the Republic’s largest employer of full-time performing artists.
The remaining jobs will focus on front of house, food and beverage, retail sales and merchandising assistants, technical specialists, and makeup and wardrobe specialists.
The Vaults will offer up to 30 shows per day depicting scenes and characters from 800 years of Irish history. Each scene is played in a 360-degree theatrical set dressed with props, a range of lighting, and sound and special effects.

Enjoyable and stimulating
Frontier Entertainment chief executive Paul Blanchfield said the aim was to “quickly become the number one thing to do in Dublin with a theatrical attraction”.
“Our research shows people want better experiences, more involvement and the Vaults entertainment model makes this happen in a big way,” he said.
“You will have a wonderful time with your friends and family at the Vaults and in an increasingly distracted mobile device driven world where adults want a more experiential, enjoyable and stimulating escapist experience, we’ve built it to do just that.
“We’ve put together a team of highly skilled professionals in staging and set design to create for guests a stunning walk through journey of real and imagined events in Irish history with a twist.
“We are in a prime location to add to Dublin’s €2 billion tourism and leisure offering where over 1.7 million adults and families attended arts related events last year.”
Mr Blanchfield said the business was based on “rethinking what culturally curious domestic and overseas guests are searching for and receive from Dublin’s current paid attractions”.
“Three years ago, we identified a significant competitive gap in the current menu which we are now about to successfully address,” he said.
SOURCE;

https://www.irishtimes.com/business/transport-and-tourism/new-tourist-attraction-in-dublin-to-create-50-new-jobs-1.3482643

New tourist attraction in Dublin to create 50 new jobs - €5m investment

Fancy becoming a taxi driver? Now’s your chance.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) in Ireland is looking to recruit 1,600 taxi drivers as part of a major recruitment drive this year.

The NTA says it wants to attract customer-centric women and men with a desire to work for themselves and provide positive taxi experiences to the travelling public.

800 new taxi drivers were recruited by the NTA in 2017, a figure it is looking to double in 2018 to add to the 26,000 people currently licensed to drive a taxi in Ireland.

NTA CEO Anne Graham said: “There are about 26,000 drivers licenced to drive a Small Public Service Vehicle in Ireland.

“That might sound like a lot, but they are not all available all of the time, which means there can be shortages at certain periods particularly at peak hours and weekend nights.

“Last year we recruited about 800 new drivers into the sector, and with this campaign, we would like to double that in 2018.”

An advertising campaign will be rolled out across broadcast, online and print media starting on Monday, 26 February; a clean driving licence is all that’s needed to apply.

Here&#39;s more information;
To obtain an SPSV Driver Licence
 SPSV Driver Licenses are only granted to people who;

<ul>
 	<li>Hold an Irish driving licence – Class B or higher, free from disqualification and free from endorsement (including penalty points) – or an equivalent licence from an EU or EEA Member State or another recognised state. If the latter, you will be required to include with your application a certified stamped letter from the relevant Embassy stating the licence is true and valid. Alternatively, you may be entitled to exchange your driving licence for a full Irish driving licence. Please contact An Garda Síochana for further information;</li>
 	<li>Pass the SPSV Driver Entry Test which is designed to verify good knowledge of the SPSV Regulations, familiarity with good practice in the industry, and good knowledge of the chosen area of operation;</li>
 	<li>Are considered by An Garda Síochána to be suitable persons to hold SPSV driver licences following background checks with local and national police bodies;</li>
 	<li>Are tax cleared with the Irish Revenue Commissioners. Please ensure that the name held with Revenue is identical to the name on the licence application you submit. You can show that your tax affairs are up to date by producing a current print out of your tax clearance certificate. NTA will verify this information directly with Revenue at the appropriate time; and</li>
 	<li>Are over 18 years old.</li>
</ul>
 To Apply you must;


 	<li>Study for the <a href="https://www.nationaltransport.ie/taxi-and-bus-licensing/taxi/spsv-driver-licensing/spsv-entry-test/)">SPSV Driver Entry Test</a> and when you are ready to sit both the Industry Knowledge Module and the Area Knowledge Module, contact the SPSV Information Line – 0761 064 000 – to arrange to take the SPSV Driver Entry Test (€90) at one of 5 test locations around the country, at a time and location that is convenient to you. Achieve an SPSV Skills Development Certificate;</li>
 	<li>Complete a PSV15 application form available from your local Garda station</li>
 	<li>Contact the SPSV Information Line – 0761 064 000 – to pay the €250 SPSV Driver Licence Fee. The licence is normally valid for five years. We will issue you with a receipt for this fee. (Note that this fee is non-refundable: you should pay it only if you are confident that you can satisfy all the conditions for licensing).</li>
 	<li>Obtain three identical colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

 	</li><li>measure approximately 10cm by 7cm;</li>
 	<li>not more than 6 months old;</li>
 	<li>full front view of the subject’s head, as he or she would normally appear;</li>
 	<li>sharp, clear image, taken against a plain white or light grey background;</li>
 	<li>no sunglasses; tinted glasses may be worn provided they do not obscure the person’s eyes;</li>
 	<li>no military or police uniforms; and</li>
 	<li>only head coverings worn for religious reasons are permitted; hair bands are prohibited.</li>


 	<li>Submit the PSV 15 application form in person to the Garda station nearest to your home along with:

 	</li><li>The receipt for your licence fee provided by NTA;</li>
 	<li>Your SPSV Skills Development Certificate provided by NTA;</li>
 	<li>A printout of your electronic tax clearance certificate along with your tax clearance access number provided by Revenue;</li>
 	<li>Your three identical photographs;</li>
 	<li>Your standard driving licence;</li>
 	<li>Details of any other occupation in which you are engaged, including name and address of employer (if relevant), and, if that other occupation involves driving, evidence that you have informed the employer of your intention to apply for an SPSV driver licence;</li>
 	<li>A written undertaking that you will not drive an SPSV for more than 11 hours on any three consecutive days;</li>
 	<li>A declaration that your health does not materially affect your ability to drive an SPSV, and that you are not taking drugs or medication that would be likely to impair your ability to drive safely;</li>
 	<li>A declaration that you have not been convicted of any of the offences specified in section 30(3) or the Schedule to the Taxi Regulation Act 2013; and</li>
 	<li>Any other documents requested by An Garda Síochána.</li>



What Happens Next;

Your application will be processed by An Garda Síochána. The process includes an assessment of you as a suitable person to hold an SPSV driver licence (vetting). This may take up to twelve weeks to complete, occasionally longer depending on the checks to be completed. All queries in relation to your application should be directed to An Garda Síochána as the SPSV Driver Licensing authority.

If your application is successful, An Garda Síochána will issue you with a paper SPSV driver licence and they will inform NTA. We then issue you with the secure driver identification cards that you are required to keep with you at all times while you are operating as an SPSV driver.

If you are issued with an SPSV driver licence, you are entitled to drive any of the categories of SPSV (taxi, hackney or limousine). The vehicle you drive must be licensed as an SPSV.


Source;  www.nationaltransport.ie

And Joe.ie

More Articles available here;

http://www.thejournal.ie/taxi-driver-recruitment-campaign-3871171-Feb2018/

https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/taxi-driver-ireland-recruitment-apply-12085516

https://www.joe.ie/motors/recruitment-drive-taxi-drivers-617448

https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/campaign-begins-to-recruit-1-600-new-taxi-drivers-1.3405883

National Transport Authority Recruiting 1,600 New Taxi Drivers

New drivers and mechanics required for expansion of services

Bus Éireann have today announced a campaign to recruit almost 200 new staff for roles across the country.
This includes 190 new driver positions and additional mechanic jobs, to service the ongoing expansion of the national network.

These roles will be required in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Mayo, Waterford, Wicklow, Navan, Drogheda, Limerick and west Clare. Suitable candidates are being sought across Ireland and abroad. The recruitment campaign includes radio, digital and print adverts and commences today [May 10th].

The new staff positions are required for an expansion and enhancement of services on a number of Bus Éireann routes nationwide under contract to the National Transport Authority (NTA), and some additional enhancement of services on Expressway routes.
These service enhancements are planned for regional city networks, town services and several Expressway intercity routes.

This service expansion will be introduced over the next four to six months.

Bus Éireann CEO Ray Hernan said he was delighted to announce such a significant number of new roles:

“After a challenging few years at the company, it is great to move into a new growth phase. The majority of this service expansion will be delivered on behalf of the NTA for Public Service Obligation routes - and when introduced, will greatly benefit our customers and should incentivise more people to make the switch to public transport.

“Much change and progress has been delivered across Bus Éireann and Expressway, since the acceptance of a new Labour Court Agreement by staff last year. We are continuing to transform our business to deliver an enhanced experience for our customers.”

National Transport Authority CEO Ann Graham said: “Bus Éireann’s recruitment campaign is very welcome and the NTA looks forward to working with the company to improve and increase services for customers around the country.”

For more information see <a href="http://www.buseireann.ie/jobvacancies">www.buseireann.ie/jobvacancies</a>

Bus Éireann is hiring 190 new drivers Nationwide & 10 Mechanics

200 jobs are to be created by a US-owned medical supplies company based in Co Longford.

Finesse Medical was set up in 2004 and produces products for woundcare and skin treatment, including skin barrier films and protection creams, and silicone and polyurethane foam wound dressings.

The announcement is linked to the firm&#39;s multi-million euro takeover last year by New York-listed Avery Dennison Corporation.

<a href="https://www.rte.ie/author/933381-ciaran-mullooly/">By Ciaran Mullooly</a>

Source: https://www.rte.ie/news/leinster/2018/0503/959992-finesse-medical/

Medical supply firm to create 200 jobs in Longford

Section 1:
Personal Details
Your personal and contact details must include name, address, phone numbers and email. Some people also include their LinkedIn URL on their CV. It is not necessary to include age or marital status.

Section 2:
Personal Profile / Career Objectives
This should be a brief introductory paragraph to highlight your suitability to the position you are applying for and where your previous experience matches the current requirements of the role on offer. Try to avoid common clichés such as team player, dependable, committed etc.

Section 3 &amp; 4: Education &amp; Experience
TIP: If your work history is stronger than your education &amp; professional qualifications list that first.

Education &amp; Professional Qualifications
List the most recent educational achievements first. Include graduation dates and institute names. It is also a good idea to state the level of your qualifications (e.g. Honours or Level 8). Also remember to include professional memberships or other relevant training.

Work History and Achievements
Outline in detail your work history to date, beginning with the most recent. Use a bold font to highlight the company name, the position you held and the dates of your employment. Include start and end dates. Use bullet points to describe responsibilities and achievements. Explain ‘gaps’ in employment for example, travelling, education, career break etc.

5. Achievements
List in bullet point format any additional skills or achievements that are relevant to the position you are applying for. List the most important and relevant achievements first. Examples; computer systems used or technical skills you are proficient in, fluency in other languages, significant work achievements, or soft skills (e.g. organisational skills, communication skills, problem-solving etc.)

6. Hobbies and Interests
Not compulsory but while your CV outlines your qualifications and experience, the hobbies and interests section can reveal a bit more about your personality to the potential employer. This is an area that can set you apart from other candidates and is a great place to outline any voluntary work you do.

7. References
You can say ‘available on request’. If you are listing referees make sure that you have sought their approval.

CV Guidance Notes

The Naughton Foundation Scholarship scheme is reminding leaving cert students that the closing date for applications for this year’s scholarships is fast approaching.

The closing date for receipt of application forms for The Naughton Foundation Scholarship is 5:30pm on Friday, 18th May 2018 and students from all 26 counties are eligible to apply. There will be one guaranteed scholarship for each of the 26 participating counties and five additional scholarships allocated.

Students are invited to apply if they are currently attending secondary schools in County Mayo, and if they are studying two or more of the following subjects- physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, mathematics and applied mathematics.

Aaron Hannon, St. Muredach’s College, Ballina was one of the 2017 recipients from County Mayo and is now studying Engineering at Trinity College. Michael Mitchell, St. Gerard’s College, Castlebar was also awarded a scholarship in 2017 and is now studying Nanoscience, Physics and Chemistry of Advanced Materials at Trinity College.

Each Naughton Scholarship is valued at €20,000 i.e. €5,000 for each year of the student’s third-level course for a student studying science, engineering, maths or technology in any publicly funded university or third-level institution in Ireland, including Northern Ireland. The school of each winner is also awarded €1,000.

Full details on the Naughton Foundation Scholarship Programme and the 2018 application form are available for download and can be completed online on The Naughton Foundation website    <a href="https://www.thenaughtonfoundation.com/">www.thenaughtonfoundation.com</a>

Source: <a href="http://www.midwestradio.ie">Midwest Radio.</a>

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