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Day Centre Manager - East Clare (Killaloe) Date closes: 09 October 2026 Clarecare is a professional accredited social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of person-centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 55 years. Current services include Family Support, Older Person Services and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Our Mission: to provide person-centred services to individuals and families within our communities. Our Vision: to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential. Our Core Values: Collaborate • Accountability • Respect • Empathy • Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Day Centre Manager – East Clare (Killaloe) Role Responsible for the day-to-day operation of Clarecare’s Day Centre Service for Older Persons in East Clare (circa 20+ attendees), including meals provision, social activities and recruitment of attendees. The Manager will be hands-on and lead a Day Centre Team of up to 10 staff and volunteers. Reporting to Operations Manager for Day Care Centres (or Clarecare designate), as part of the wider Older Persons Services Team. Contract - Full-time, permanent. Location - On-site at Clarecare’s Killaloe office, Co. Clare (remote/hybrid working does not apply). Location may change based on operational requirements. Days / Hours - 5 days per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. inclusive of a 30-minute paid break. Flexibility is required as days/hours (start and finish times) are subject to change. Annual Leave - 26 days per full leave year (Jan–Dec), excluding Public Holidays. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION General Responsibilities Report to the Operations Manager - Day Care Centres (or delegate) and attend supervision sessions with your line manager. Adhere to all Clarecare policies and procedures; maintain files and records to Clarecare standards and complete statistics/reports as required. Work as part of the wider Clarecare structure, supporting staff, volunteers, students and others, and maintain professional boundaries with clients. Act as a key holder and perform other duties appropriate to the role as assigned by your Line Manager or designate. Specific Responsibilities Client care: Promote and deliver best-practice, person-centred care that is community-focused, quality-oriented and safe; respect the rights, dignity and confidentiality of clients and their carers/advocates; and enhance clients’ self-esteem and quality of life. Team leadership: Manage, co-ordinate and support all staff and volunteers, ensuring role clarity, allocation of duties, adequate staff–client ratios and leave arrangements. Resolve people-management issues (e.g. recruitment, performance, disciplinary, grievance) in liaison with HR, and hold regular team meetings to ensure safe service delivery. Student placements: Assist with work-experience placements, including induction, ongoing supervision and related documentation. Client recruitment and promotion: Source and grow attendance (up to 20 persons per day), identifying new clients with the Social Worker for Older People, Home Help Co-ordinator and third parties (e.g. GPs, PHNs). Promote the service through flyers to GP surgeries, dentists, churches, post offices, local shops, etc. Meals, transport and clinics: Oversee high-quality meals in line with food safety standards (HACCP); liaise with the bus service to ensure efficient client transport; arrange weekly clinics (e.g. hairdresser, chiropody) and administer and document payments. Activities and events: Plan activities, entertainment and celebrations (e.g. music, arts & crafts, bingo) and informative events (e.g. first aid, fire prevention, home safety, budgeting advice, health & wellbeing), encouraging active participation while safeguarding client wellbeing. Family liaison and client welfare: Welcome visitors; provide feedback and phone support to family carers; escalate nursing concerns to family/PHN/GP as appropriate; and manage accidents, incidents, feedback and complaints in line with policy, reporting to the Operations Manager and HR where relevant. Health and safety: Ensure all Health & Safety regulations are implemented and adhered to, carrying out risk assessments and ensuring controls/actions are in place. Finance and administration: Operate the Day Centre within the agreed budget, monitoring expenditure and maintaining financial controls in consultation with the Operations Manager. Prepare monthly KPI returns and maintain efficient administrative, recording and accounting systems. Keep client records and payments up to date and secure in line with Data Management processes. Participate in the daily reconciliation of thrift shop cash takings. Quality and feedback: Arrange quarterly focus groups in line with other centres and conduct client satisfaction surveys as relevant. Killaloe Centre operations: Support the smooth day-to-day running of the overall Clarecare’s Killaloe Centre facility in conjunction with relevant Managers, departments and staff; answer calls and enquiries (via phone or in person from members of the public) in a professional, friendly manner; and manage room bookings & scheduling room bookings for the Clarecare Killaloe facility. Meetings and training: Attend relevant meetings and all mandatory training, and undertake any other relevant duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION Essential Requirements Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience leading and motivating a team (of 10+) within a Healthcare/Social Care setting for vulnerable adults, or similar role; AND The requisite education, managerial and administrative knowledge and capacity, medical fitness and good character to properly discharge the duties of this position. Experience of organising social activities/entertainment for groups, and a genuine interest in the issues facing older people with an empathetic understanding of vulnerable people. Experience of supporting staff and volunteers and effectively resolving any issues that may arise. Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills; able to work on own initiative and as part of a team, and to build effective relationships internally and externally, including networking with service providers, health professionals and referral sources (e.g. PHNs, GPs). Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Email, PowerPoint, Canva). Ability to plan, prioritise and work efficiently; generate and act on new ideas; and be flexible and adaptable in working with clients. Consistently high standards of behaviour and performance, exercising discretion, maintaining confidentiality, professional boundaries and accurate client records, and representing the service appropriately to safeguard Clarecare’s integrity and reputation. Commitment to continuing professional development in Gerontology/Older Persons Services and attending training as appropriate. Pre-employment: A positive ‘fit to work’ medical through Clarecare; a positive Garda Vetting disclosure through Clarecare; two positive employment references from current/most recent employers; and a full clean driving licence with indemnity to Clarecare on your private motor insurance policy. Desirable PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO BE REDIRECTED TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY.
Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative
Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative - Clarecare Killaloe - 3 days per week Date closes: 09 October 2026 Clarecare is a professional accredited social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of person-centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 58 years. Current services include Family Support, Older Person Services and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Our Mission: is to provide person-centred services to individuals and families within our communities. Our Vision: is to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential. Our Core Values : • Collaborate • Accountability • Respect • Empathy • Trust JOB DESCRIPTION – MINI-BUS DRIVER – KILLALOE DAY CENTRETITLE: Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative ROLE: Working under the guidance of the Day Centre Manager (in conjunction with the Operations Manager – Day Centres), the Mini-Bus Driver will support the provision of a high quality, effective and efficient person-centred care to clients in receipt of day care. OBJECTIVE: This is a part-time permanent contract of employment working 3 days per week, to assist with the delivery of a Day Centre Service at Clarecare’s Day Centre facility in Killaloe, Co. Clare for up to 20 older persons on a daily basis. Clarecare is committed to assisting members of our community to retain their independence. Using our own minibuses, we provide a door-to-door service with pick up and return to clients’ homes or pre-arranged allocated destinations. The selected candidate will be an essential member of our team, providing care, interacting with/ transporting clients (who include the frail, the aged and people with disabilities) to and from the Centre and Club outings. JOB RELATIONS: The Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative will report to the Day Centre Manager and work closely with other Day Centre staff members e.g. General Healthcare Assistants/Multi-task Assistants, Volunteers, etc. The Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative will also be part of the wider Older Persons Services Team in Clarecare. JOB LOCATION: The position offered is based in Clarecare’s Killaloe Centre at Hill Road, Killaloe, Co. Clare but location may change based on operational requirements. Remote/Hybrid Working does not apply to this role. DAYS/HOURS OF WORK: Open to negotiation – minimum 3 days per week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of 22.5 hours per week including breaks. Daily Work Hours: 9.00 a.m. – 4:30pm You are required to be flexible regarding your start/finish time / work hours and work days per week to meet the operational requirements of this evolving Service. Work days/work hours are subject to change. SALARY & BENEFITS €17.57 gross per hour worked commensurate with experience with a further 2% pay increase on 1/10/2026 pending receipt of funding for same. This however, should not be interpreted as being indicative of any additional salary increases into the future, beyond the above stated terms. 15.5 days’ annual leave per annum, excluding Public Holidays. Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Services via VHI and to Clarecare’s Wellness Programmes. Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Membership on successful completion of probation (6 months duration). My Future Fund Pension Membership on commencement of employment until successful completion of probation (mandatory). Access to Clarecare’s Sick Pay Scheme on successful completion of probation (6 months duration). Cycle to Work Scheme. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO BE REDIRECTED TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY.
Personal Assistants to assist with Independent Living
PERSONAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED Role: Personal Assistant to work with Professional Disabled Woman Location: Dundalk, Co Louth Hours: 23.5 hours p/w (Weekends and Bank Holidays Included) Pay: Very competitive rates. Premium rates for Sunday work. Opportunities for pay progression and ongoing training and development. Previous work experience with Disabled People is not essential. This role is a Personal Assistant position. It is not a caring or medical role. Job Description In this service the disabled person is called a Leader and they lead their own staff and service in conjunction with The AT Network who are the employer and support the Leaders to live an Independent and self-directed life. A Personal Assistant is an individual contracted by a Disabled Person to provide them with the human support they need in different aspects of daily living including, personal support, domestic tasks, assistance at school, university, in the workplace, or when out and about. Important Note: This role is a Personal Assistant position. It is not a caring or medical role. Duties and Responsibilities All training will be provided. The successful candidates must be a resident in Ireland, eligible to work in Ireland and be extremely fluent in English. This role is subject to Garda Vetting and appropriate reference checks. This position could enable Social Care Students, Pre Nursing Students to gain a real insight into furthering your understanding of the lived experience of disabled people. Closing Date: Friday 9 th October by 17.00. To apply for the position please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
Deputy Principal - Marino College
Deputy Principal - Marino College Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position: Deputy Principal Marino College Permanent Position Ref: DPMC26 Information Guide - Deputy Principal: Marino College Latest date for receipt of completed online application is: 12 noon on Tuesday 13th October 2026. The successful candidate will: • Be a leader, committed to the highest standards of education, provision, administration and governance. • Have a passion for education. • Have strong people management and organisation skills. • Be a visionary and have experience in delivering projects through teamwork. • Be community minded and conscious of the role the school plays in the local community. Additional Information • The maximum number of teaching hours per week that may be assigned to the Deputy Principal will be in accordance with DEY Circular Letters. • Besides the discharge of specific administrative and management duties, the Deputy Principal also exercises a leadership and motivational role in the direction of the school enterprise. Together the Principal and Deputy Principal form the senior management team of the school, he/she must work in tandem to fulfil the aims and objectives of the school. That teamwork is also broadened to include the post holders to form part of the management team and the staff whose co-operation and commitment are also vital to the achievement of the goals of the school. • The Deputy Principal is required to deputise for the Principal and his/her absence in all matters organisational / administrative and in relation to discipline within the school. • The Deputy Principal must be willing to work in conjunction with / under the direction of the Principal. • The Deputy Principal will normally be required to be in attendance in the school throughout the school day. • The Deputy Principal may also be required by the Board of Management to be present in the school for periods during the State Examinations and for other periods outside the normal opening hours and days of the school such as may be necessary from time to time. • The Deputy Principal reports to the Principal. • In accordance with DE Circulars the Deputy Principal shall enter into an agreement with the Principal to undertake certain administrative duties from time to time, commensurate with the responsibilities of the position. Salary: In accordance with the relevant Department of Education Class III Salary Scales and appropriate qualification allowances. The maximum number of teaching hours per week that may be assigned to the Deputy Principal will be in accordance with DEY Circular Letters. PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO BE REDIRECTED TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR FULL INFORMATION AND TO APPLY
Production Operative
Job Specification PRODUCTION OPERATIVE Role Overview A hands-on production role for someone who takes pride in a job done properly. You'll own the preparation and dispatch of dental units and stock items, keep inventory sharp and accurate, and help build a smooth, well-organised operation — with plenty of room to grow your skills and take on more as you go. Key Responsibilities Dispatch Preparation Prepare dental units and stock items for dispatch via the Works Order system, ensuring accuracy at every stage. Stock & Inventory Management Own stock organisation through transfers and regular inventory checks, keeping records accurate and up to date at all times. Goods-In & Supplier Deliveries Receive supplier deliveries and record incoming stock in the system promptly and accurately. Production Support Support other areas of production as required, helping the team meet operational demands. Health, Safety & Housekeeping Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised working environment in line with health and safety standards. What We're Looking For • A strong work ethic and pride in getting the details right, every time • A hands-on attitude — happy to get stuck in wherever the team needs you • A genuine drive to learn, improve, and take on new challenges • Ability to work effectively within a team environment • Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously • Genuine commitment to a clean and safe working environment Why Join Us This is a role that rewards initiative. You'll learn the full production and dispatch process from the ground up, build real expertise across our systems, and grow your responsibilities as you prove yourself — all as part of a close-knit team that backs hard work and values people who want to keep improving. PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO UPLOAD YOU CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates!
Construction & Maintenance Worker
We are looking for a reliable, hands-on person to join the team on a full-time basis. The work is mainly general maintenance jobs, along with various building and construction work. Jobs will be around County Kerry, so you’ll need to be happy travelling to different sites. What we’re looking for: Someone with their own car and full driving licence Practical, hardworking and reliable Good general DIY and maintenance skills Building/construction experience would be a big plus Able to work on your own and as part of a small team Willing to learn and take on new responsibilities There’s plenty of variety in the work and, for the right person, a real opportunity to progress within the business.
Grade VI - Senior Staff Officer - Finance (Procurement)
Grade VI - Senior Staff Officer - Finance (Procurement) Location: City of Dublin ETB Head Office, 1-3 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 PP46 Closing Date: 12/10/2026 12:00 PM The position will be based in City of Dublin ETB Head Offices, Pembroke Place, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 PP46 and will report to the Head of Procurement. SALARY For persons entering public service for the first time, starting pay will be at the minimum point of the scale, €58,475. This is not negotiable. An incremental salary scale applies thereafter. Previous public sector experience may be eligible for incremental credit, to be determined upon appointment. Essential Requirements • Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examinations (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational preparation) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable standard to Leaving Certificate or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard Desirable Requirements • Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a procurement role and a detailed knowledge of national and EU public procurement rules and regulations or similar experience which in the opinion of City of Dublin ETB is relevant to the post. • A recognised qualification in public procurement or have undergone comprehensive public procurement training which in the opinion of City of Dublin ETB is relevant to the post or similar experience in Finance or Supply Chain within the public or private sector or have a degree equivalent to level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications in a relevant discipline as may be considered appropriate in the discretion of City of Dublin ETB. • Significant experience in managing staff including but not limited to general staff supervision, teamwork scheduling, staff development and training. • Excellent administrative and IT Skills. • Have an understanding of the main features and current challenges of public service and regulatory reform. • Ability to use initiative (being self-motivated, flexible, results focused etc.) to prioritise and manage work in a dynamic and pressurised environment. • Proven record as a team-player with a flexible approach demonstrating sound judgement, problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills. • Demonstrated experience of building and maintaining relationships in face-to-face meetings, verbally and in written communications in a clear and concise manner. CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO BE REDIRECTED TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY Completed online applications should be submitted no later than: 12 noon on Monday 12th October 2026
Special Class Teacher - Our Lady of Hope School, Physical Education
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following post: Special Class Teacher -Physical Education (Hours in co-operation) Our Lady of Hope School - Casual Fixed Term Location: Our Lady of Hope School, Armagh Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12, D12V6RK (Roll Number: 20555K) Physical Education – 22 hours per week Casual Fixed Term Contract Ref: HICOLHPE26 Closing Date: 06/10/2026 12:00 PM Our Lady of Hope school is for students with a diagnosis of autism and complex needs. We cater for students from 4-18 years of age. Opened in 2021, the school provides customised educational programmes that support the academic and developmental progress of each student, meeting their specific needs and allowing them to reach their full potential. The vision of our school is for all students and staff to achieve their full potential within a safe, joyful, engaging environment that promotes mutual respect and consideration for others' wellbeing. To qualify for appointment candidates must be able to comply with the following: Latest date for receipt of completed online application is: 12 noon on Tuesday 6th October 2026 CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO BE REDIRECTED TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY
Retail Merchandiser
Part Time job for a Retail Merchandiser available at Clarke’s Hardware, Bailieborough. 12 to 18 hours per week , €14.35 per hour Responsibilities include; Products Displays Ensuring Stock Availability Optimising Presentation of Products Customer Service Ideal candidate would have previous retail experience and be able to assist customers queries and be open to working some Saturdays if needed. The role offers flexibility and an opportunity for someone seeking to supplement income or balancing other commitments.
Sales Retail Assistant
Are you currently working in Retail, or would you like to make retail your career? If you are dynamic, enthusiastic, with a Strong Customer Service ethic, we may have a position for You. We are currently recruiting for a Sales Assistant in Boggans Shop and Forecourt. It is an opportunity to join our dedicated, hardworking team at Boggans. Full Time position available
