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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification ExperienceEssential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Bulk Lorry Driver
Fane Valley Feeds is one of the largest feed companies in Northern Ireland with manufacturing facilities in Omagh and Newry. With one of the most modern animal feeds mills in Europe, Fane Valley Feeds is committed to producing the highest quality feeds for our customers. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Bulk Lorry Driver to join our team based from our Omagh mill. With a modern and efficient fleet of delivery vehicles to deliver our quality products and services for our customers. Bulk Lorry Driver Job Ref No: FVF/D/09/26 It is essential that all applicants have: All applicants are expected to have a good standard of education with the ability to complete accurate documentation, have a clean and tidy appearance and effective communication skills. Normal working pattern is Monday to Friday with flexibility to work weekends if required. Starting times vary depending on the route deliveries and will involve early morning starts. In return the company offers an excellent rate of pay and an attractive benefits package which includes Healthcare Plan for employees and their children under 18, Company Pension & Life Assurance, Health & Well-Being Programme as well as excellent personal development and career progression opportunities. To request an application form please contact the HR Department at Fane Valley. Email: hr@fanevalley.com, Tel: (028) 9261 0480 or apply on our GET GOT platform: https://fanevalley.getgotjobs.co.uk Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm on Friday 18th September 2026. Fane Valley Feeds is an equal opportunities employer.
Technician Demonstrator
The post-holder will provide technical workshop/salon/laboratory assistance to lecturers in support of the education and training of students and trainees within all curricular areas. This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 18th Septemeber 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Senior Technician Demonstrator
The introduction of a Senior technician into the Faculty of Building Technology and Engineering, will promote sustained skills development for learners, create additional opportunities for staff to reskill and upskill and to provide more efficient and effective reporting systems and processes. This role will provide assistance, technical and administrative support to the BUTE Operations Managers and related services, ensuring that the faculty curriculum and resources are maintained to a high standard to meet the needs of students and staff in line with the College Development Plan and with Health and Safety Legislation. Training will be provided for these roles and there will be a requirement for each Senior technician to upskill in emerging technologies in the relevant area. This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 18th Septemeber 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Head Of Technology And Digital Services
HEAD OF TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL SERVICES Full-time, permanent post, 36 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8.45am – 5pm & Friday 8.45am – 3.30pm Bangor, Lisburn or Downpatrick Campus ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you’re interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: The postholder will lead a multidisciplinary Technology and Digital Services function supporting users across all SERC campuses and will oversee the delivery, resilience and development of core digital, data, learning technology and IT services that underpin College operations. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities of this role, please see attached job description.
Management Accountant
Management Accountant Full-time, permanent post, 36 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8.45am – 5pm & Friday 8.45am – 3.30pm Newtownards Campus ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you’re interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: 26 days annual leave + 12 public holidays (plus 6 additional annual leave days after 5 years’ service) Additional leave to supplement closures during Easter, July & Christmas. NILGOSC defined benefiter CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 15.5%. Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme. Annual free health checks onsite. Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms. Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives. Cycle to Work scheme. Teachers Credit Union. Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite. Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy. We currently have a vacancy for a Management Accountant. JOB PURPOSE The post holder will report to the Deputy Head of Finance and represent them, and the section as required, within the post holders’ own sphere of responsibility. The post holder will be the College’s Management Accountant, leading the College’s processes of budgetary control and challenge, and the provision of comprehensive, accurate and timely financial management information. The Management Accountant will be the line manager for the College’s Finance Business Partner, and will have oversight of the College’s Accounts Receivable and Student Finance sections. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities of this role, please see attached job description.
Finance Assistant
JOB PURPOSE The post holder will provide an efficient, accurate, and customer-focused Accounts Payable service within SERC’s Finance Department. The post holder will process supplier invoices, undertake supplier statement reconciliations, and assist with payment runs in accordance with SERC financial procedures, and the College’s internal control framework. The post holder is a member of the Finance team and will work across the whole Finance department when circumstances require. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Invoices Processing Process supplier invoice and credit notes promptly and accurately within the financial management system. Match invoices to purchase orders, ensuring appropriate authorisation and coding. Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by liaising with internal departments and suppliers. Ensure VAT is correctly identified and recorded in line with HMRC and public sector requirements. Assist the College in meeting its statutory targets on prompt payment of invoices. Payment Runs Assist in the preparation of supplier payment runs in accordance with College payment procedures. Supplier Statement Reconciliations Prepare monthly supplier statement reconciliations and liaise with suppliers in respect of any differences in the reconciliations. Supplier and Internal Support Respond to supplier queries regarding invoices, statements, and payments, providing timely and accurate information. Support SERC staff with queries related to purchase ordering, invoice workflows, coding, and expense procedures. Maintain positive supplier relationships in line with SERC customer service standards. Financial Controls & Compliance Ensure financial processing complies with all SERC policies and procedures. Assist with preparing documentation for both internal and external audits. Maintain accurate and organised financial records in accordance with GDPR and retention policies. Systems & Reporting Use SERC’s financial management to process transactions and extract reports. Assist with maintaining supplier master data, including verification checks, modifications, and new supplier setup. Produce routine reports including aged creditors, outstanding invoices, and unmatched invoices. Teamwork & Continuous Improvement Contribute to improving Accounts Payable processes and enhancing efficiencies within the team. Provide support to the wider Finance team, when required. Provide cover for colleagues during absence. Other To assist with internal and external audit and provide all information requested. To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Assistant Accountant or other members of the management team within the Finance Department. Selection Criteria Essential Assessment Criteria: Hold a minimum of five GCSEs at grade A - C or equivalent to include English Language and Mathematics. Demonstrate a minimum of two years’ experience working within a financial or administrative environment. Demonstrate strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in data entry. Demonstrate a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook. Demonstrate an ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and manage competing priorities. Demonstrate good communication and customer service skills. Desirable Assessment Criteria: Have at least one year’s experience of working in accounts payable. Knowledge or experience of financial operations in a public sector or education environment. The above are minimum criteria. These may be enhanced at the discretion of the Selection Panel.
Receptionist
Summary: We have an excellent opportunity for a Full Time Receptionist to work in our Dental Practice in 372 Cregagh Road. The hours of work are 8.15-5.30 from Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Duties will include being responsible for all reception duties, operating a very busy switchboard, manage customer queries via telephone, email and post and booking patients appointments and general administrative duties. Promoting high standards of patient care at all times is vital. Essential Criteria:
Dental Nurse
We have an exciting opportunity for a Dental Nurse to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in our 339 Cregagh Road Practice. The successful applicant will work 23.75 hours per week from 8:15-5:00pm on Tuesday and Thursdays and 8:15am-4:00pm on Fridays. Both Qualified and Trainee Dental Nurses are welcome to apply! Duties will include assisting the dentist sterilising dental equipment, keeping the surgery clean and occasional reception duties. Promoting high standards of patient care at all times is vital. Essential Criteria:
