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Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €16.21- €18.03 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.26 p/h Sunday - from €24.32 p/h Public Holidays - from €32.42 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Service A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees Overall Purpose of Job The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. Liaison There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification ( essential) · Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) · Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality · Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English · Access to your own car and full driving licence ( essential) . · Willing to drive member's vehicle ( desirable) . Behaviours · Person centred approach · An ability to build strong relationships · Strong customer service focus · Flexible approach to work · High level of confidentiality Competencies · Communicating and Influencing · Motivating and Empowering · Planning and Organising · Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Shift Lead
Please note that shift premium will be applied for any hours worked before 8am Purpose of the Shift Lead role:
Logistics Administrator
Smyths Toys is one of the world's largest specialty retailers of children's toys. We operate both online, and via our physical retail stores, with hundreds of stores spread across Europe and the UK. We source our product range from an extensive array of UK, European, and international suppliers. Are you up for the challenge? Then please apply online today! About the Role We are looking for a Logistics Administrator to join our growing team. At Smyths Toys, we're proud to be one of the leading toy, software and nursery product retailers in Europe. We source our product range from an extensive array of UK, European and internationnal suppliers. This role is located at our Head Office in Galway. Salary €32,000 depending on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Responsibilities Executing and assisting in logistics plans. Providing administrative support to the Logistics Team. Communicating with Suppliers, Buyers and Agents in various regions. Internal reporting and projects as requested. Maintain quality throughout the logistics processes. Ad hoc duties as requested by management. The Ideal Candidate Previous experience in a Logistics/Supply Chain environment is preferred. Relevant third level qualification (Minimum 2.2 degree). Strong organisational and administrative skills. Proficient in full Microsoft package, especially Excel. SAP experience is an advantage. Ability to multitask and work well to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills. Be highly numerate and process focused. Knowledge of logistics subset. Benefits An attractive competitive salary and bonus package A benefits package inclusive of: 33 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of public holidays) Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life Assurance Cover Employee Assistance Programme In-store discount Company Maternity and Paternity Payments Special Life-Event Gifts Length of Service Awards Bike to Work Scheme Smyths Toys is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Sector Manager
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME SECTOR MANAGER Galway West Sector JOB REF: 90792 Job Title: Sector Manager – Intellectual Disability (Galway West Sector) Reporting to: Director of Services, West Region Location: Galway (with regular travel required across locations) Contract Type: Full-Time (35 hours/week), Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday with participation in a 7-day duty roster and on-call rotation Salary Scale: Grade VIII, €82,258 – €99,213 per annum (as of 1st August 2025). Annual Leave: 30 days per annum Probation: 9-month probationary period Organisational Overview The Brothers of Charity Services West Region supports individuals with intellectual disabilities across Counties Galway and Roscommon. With over 400 service locations, our mission is to empower the people we support to live full and valued lives in their communities. The West Region is divided into four Sectors: Roscommon, East Galway, West Galway, and Children’s Services. Each Sector is led by a Sector Manager who reports to the Director of Services and contributes to the overall strategic and operational leadership of the region. This position is also a pivotal member of the Senior Management Team. Position Summary The West Sector Manager holds a critical senior leadership role, responsible for the strategic and operational management of adult intellectual disability services across six geographical service areas in Galway City and County. The Sector supports approximately 600+ staff (450 WTE) and operates within a budget of €35 million. Reporting to the Director of Services this role involves leading service innovation, workforce planning, compliance oversight and stakeholder engagement. The Sector Manager also plays a key role in fostering a culture grounded in person-centred practice, quality improvement, and regulatory excellence, while upholding the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity Services. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive Sector Strategy for: o Workforce planning and resourcing o Staff recruitment and retention o Professional development and training Provide clear leadership and direction to service teams, ensuring alignment with BOCSI values, policies, and strategic priorities. Contribute to regional and national change management initiatives and person-centred care reforms. Participate in and contribute to the work of the West Regional Management Team (WRSMT) and the overall management of Services in the Region Listen to the views and perspectives of various stakeholders including Persons Supported by the Service, Families, Staff, Managers and Team Leaders and members of the public. Promote a culture of dignity and respect for all working and supported by the Service Operational Management Oversee all service delivery across Adults West Sector including Day, Residential, School Leavers, Respite, Community Outreach and Family Support services including Blue Teapot Arts Programme. Coordinate referrals, admissions and new service development in collaboration with Area Managers and multidisciplinary teams. Manage waiting lists, service prioritisation and submissions to the HSE including DSMATs and business cases. Participate in the Prioritisation and Planning Committee prioritise service need and update Waiting list, Submission of Business case and DSMATs submissions to HSE. Liaise with organisational services and supports teams including Finance, HR, IT, Quality, Ancillary Services, Insurance, Safeguarding, Health and Safety. Respond to Parliamentary Queries and Letters of representation from local elected representatives Liaise with the local Housing Association and other relevant authorities to facilitate the provision of appropriate housing and supports to people we support. Effective and efficient use of internal resources, e.g. emails, intranet and I.T. infrastructure such as OLIS, SIMS, FLEX, N.A.S.S., NIMS and any other systems introduced by the organisation or external stakeholder. People & Performance Management Support the Work of 6 Area Managers and Teams in the West Sector Provide Support and Supervision to Area Managers and Team Managers Lead a team of 600+ staff through a clear line management structure, ensuring robust supervision, professional development, and performance evaluation. Promote positive employee relations and foster an inclusive and respectful workplace culture. Lead on recruitment and onboarding processes in collaboration with HR and Learning & Development teams. Governance & Compliance Ensure full regulatory compliance under HIQA, Disability Act 2005, Health Act 2007, and other relevant legislation. Coordinate service audits, person centred reviews, and internal quality initiatives. Act as Sector Complaints Officer, ensuring timely and appropriate follow-up and resolution. Monitor Accidents and Incidents on the AIRS system and liaise with appropriate personnel in relation to follow through, ongoing learning and remediation following an analysis of incidents Attend relevant forums to represent the West Region Services including HSE Service Level Agreement Review Meetings, HSE School-Leaver Process, County Council Disability Housing Committees. Represent the Sector at relevant organisational Forums in the Region including Health and Safety Committee, Planning and Prioritisation Committee, Safeguarding, Capital Development and Property Committee, Quality Action Group, Compliance and Quality Group, Day Services Forum, Heads of Multidisciplinary and Sector Managers Forum Financial Oversight Manage the Sector’s budget of €35 million, ensuring fiscal responsibility, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with HSE service agreements. Prepare and review financial submissions, capital proposals, and grant applications. Stakeholder Engagement & Representation Actively engage with the HSE, local authorities, educational institutions, housing associations and advocacy groups. Represent the organisation on key committees, working groups and community forums, promoting the mission and interests of BOCSI. Maintain strong, transparent communication with people supported, families, staff and external agencies. Meet with Family members to discuss areas of concern or specific requests for service development. Report to the Director of Services on any significant developments within the area of responsibility and perform any additional duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Director of Services. Participate in on-call on a rotational basis to deal with any emergencies, which may arise outside of normal working hours. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) 1. Regulatory compliance as outlined in the Disability Act 2005 and the Health Act 2007. 2. Effective operational governance of Adults West Sector services to encompass the delivery of contracted and funded BOCSI West Region services, evidenced in KPI and Monitoring reports to the HSE and updates at Service Arrangement Review meetings. 3. Effective performance as a member of the Senior Management Team with delegated responsibility of operational governance over service delivery. 4. Implementation of effective line management structure within your sector to ensure teams and managers of frontline services have effective support, development and performance management required to enable them to provide quality services. 5. Services are delivered in keeping with contractual requirements and allocated resources (evidenced in organisational WTE reports - budgets & staffing). 6. Service operations are compliant with Quality Accreditation and Regulatory requirements (evidenced through outcomes of internal audits and statutory quality inspections e.g. CQL, HIQA). 7. Effective implementation of Risk Management Framework is evidenced across frontline service delivery and reflected in the Corporate Risk Register. Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience Relevant third-level qualification in Social Care, Healthcare, or related field. Minimum 10 years' post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in senior management. Demonstrated expertise in workforce strategy, operational governance, and regulatory compliance. Proven experience managing a large team of 50+ employees. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills including excellent written & spoken English. Have a full clean driving licence and the use of one’s own vehicle. Key Competencies Candidates should have: Budgetary/financial, employee relations and team management experience are essential to the post. Competent experienced people manager able to lead and motivate a team is an essential requirement of the role. A strong understanding and commitment to the demands of service provision, regulation, and the support and development of staff teams. Demonstrable track record of success in leading major change, delivering on strategy, and meeting Service Level Agreements while staying within budget. Up to date knowledge of current thinking and practices in person centred service delivery. Have good managerial, leadership, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, together with an ability to advocate on behalf of the organisation and people supported at local and regional level. Ability to create order from ambiguity & willingness to roll up sleeves to directly solve problems, operates with a sense of urgency, conscientious, attention to detail and “can do” attitude. Excellent and creative collaboration skills with the ability to grasp issues quickly and work on the right things at the right time. Be eligible to work in Ireland and possess all necessary permits/visas if applicable. Significant experience delivering regulatory compliance. Effective communicator across multiple levels. Ability to represent the directorate and organisation with credibility and professionalism. Solution-focused approach and outcomes driven Analytical, thinking & decision-making skills in a complex environment Grounded in organisational values and the needs of people we support For informal enquiries, please contact: Eamon Loughrey, Director of Services (West Region) �� 091 721 470 �� eamon.loughrey@bocsi.ie Application Process The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is 5pm Tuesday 20th January 2026 Interview date will be Friday 6th February 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND - WEST REGION PROVIDING SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES JOB DESCRIPTION: PERMANENT SUPPORT WORKERS CREGORAN SERVICES, ADULT WEST SERVICES, GALWAY COUNTY JOB REF: 90784 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Temporary and Permanent Support Worker appointments that arise may be made over the next 6 months within the Cregoran Services. The Role: The role of support worker is to assist the people who use our service to meet their day to day needs, reach their full potential, promote independence and to be an active part of their the local community. We support them to further their education (both internal and external to the Service) and to build their independent living skills if this is their choice. A major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support people who use the Service with development of their own Individual Plan and supporting them to achieve their own Personal Outcome goals. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care which includes supporting individuals with their meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being as required by the individual. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Senior Staff/Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: Candidates must have a good general education. A recognised qualification appropriate to the Field of intellectual disability is an advantage. QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable. · A minimum of one years’ experience of working with individuals with an Intellectual Disability is desirable, full training will be provided. · The candidate should have knowledge of person-centred planning. · A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. It may be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence, should it be required. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. · To be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team working skills together with an enthusiasm for the post. Working Hours: Full-time hours are 78 hours a fortnight/part-time hours will vary. All posts are rostered over a 14 day/night duty roster. There may be a requirement for Support Workers to work days, waking night duty, weekends, split duty hours, bank holidays, and sleepovers to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours in order to ensure the provision of high quality services for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: € 34,036 x 11 increments - € 46, 652 (Max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €47,454 pro rata per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: These posts are permanent full time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job descrition please see attached The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer Informal enquiries to Tony Gallagher, Area Manager, or Joanne Canavan / Lelia Crowe, Service Coordinators on 091 500254 Closing date for this campaign is 5pm Tuesday 20th January 2026. Interviews for this post will be held in January 2026.
Arts Programme Facilitator
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT PART-TIME ARTS PROGRAMME FACILITATOR BEO SERVICES, GALWAY JOB REF: 90731 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent appointments for the BEO Services may be made over the next 6 months. Location: The BEO Services is a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of adults with intellectual disabilities in the Knocknacarra are of Galway city. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community. We continually review the way in which we support people in line with best practice internationally. Our focus going forward is to form a relationship/partnership with each individual, supporting them to plan their own service. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in implementing this vision. Our Art Programme aims to provide Community Arts Based Projects and Life Skills Programmes for young Adults with a moderate to severe intellectual disability and/or Autism. Some of the young people have complex physical needs but have expressed a talent and an interest in the Arts. The successful candidate should have skills and abilities to support people to reach their full potential as artists and to achieve their hopes and dreams. Artistic projects will be completed to a high standard and the emphasis is on the development of the adult’s life skills by engaging with a wide variety of arts media and on the sense of achievement and accomplishment. The role: The successful candidate will be involved in the development and implementation of an Arts Programme for adults with an intellectual disability, which encompasses educational, social, vocational, recreational and personal development. The successful candidate will also have the responsibility of fulfilling a key worker role. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Service Coordinator/Area Manager. Qualifications/Experience: Ø Candidates should have at least QQI Level 6 qualification relevant to the Social Care sector, Therapy Assistant, Community Development, Creative Digital Media, Creative Arts, Arts and Design i.e. Pottery, Ceramics, Craft Textiles. Ø Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year’s experience in designing and implementing creative arts programmes to enable them to carry out duties of the post together with an appreciation of the needs of persons with an intellectual disability. Ø Experience in establishing links with the community and community arts programmes is essential. Ø A full clean Driver’s Licence is essential as driving the service transport vehicle will be required. Working Hours: 56 hours a fortnight is based on a 7 day duty roster. The normal working hours will be Monday – Friday but may involve weekend or evening work if required to meet service needs or Personal Outcomes. Contracted hours of work are liable to change over 5 days to meet the requirements of the programme. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days pro rata per annum Remuneration: Department of Health Supervisor/Instructor salary scale 01/08/2025 - €35,432 x 12 increments - €51,373 pro rata per annum. Tenure: This position is permanent part-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description please see attached. Informal enquiries to Bridget Carroll (Service Co-ordinator) or Sinéad O’Kane (Area Manager) on 091-721477 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is Monday 19th January 2026 Interviews will be held on January 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
