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The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Army. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Army applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. When making an application for General Service Recruitment applicants should be aware that the areas of responsibility that applicants apply to are as follows: 1 Brigade - Cork Interview Centre Cork, Carlow, Clare, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Laois, Limerick, Offaly, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford 2 Brigade - Dublin / DFTC Curragh Interview Centre Dublin, Cavan, Donegal, Kildare, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath and Wicklow. Where possible we will facilitate applicants to conduct fitness testing & interview at a location closest to their home. What is an Army Recruit? An Army Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces and on completion of the initial training program is promoted to Private 2*. Information About Army General Service Recruits The Defence Forces is looking for people who are looking for a challenging and physically demanding career in the military. Applicants should have: On qualification recruits take up a position as a three star private in one of the following Service Corps — Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Transport or Communications Information Systems. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. However, you must satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in each Brigade of the Army as required and are the only way to join the Defence Forces to become a Private Soldier. Candidates undergo fitness testing, psychometric testing, an interview and a medical exam. In conjunction with this all candidates will be security vetted by An Garda Síochana. Candidates must also provide two referee`s as part of the security vetting process. Candidates will be required to pass both the medical examination and security vetting to be considered for induction. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become a Private Soldier in the Army. Training The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Two Star Infantry Soldier with basic military skills. Recruit training is foundation military training. It is twelve weeks in duration. It is followed by 3 Star training and at a later stage by Trained Soldier Specialist Training courses. Recruits may be required to complete their training in any Defence Forces location and following their training, may be posted to any Defence Forces location subject to Defence Forces requirements. Career Progression Newly qualified Private Soldiers are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Army. These courses may enable the soldier to specialise in certain areas of the Army or qualify the soldier for promotion and overseas service. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Naval Service Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Naval Service. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Naval Service applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. What is a Naval Service Recruit A Naval Service Recruit enlists for General Service in the Other Ranks of the Defence Forces. After successfully completing the initial Recruit Training course a recruit passes out as an Ordinary Seaman and will then go onto their Branch Training Course before becoming qualified as an Able Body sailor in the Naval Service. Who we want Naval Service Recruits go on to form the backbone of the Irish Naval Service. Recruit training is 22 weeks in duration and is designed to develop a physically fit, disciplined and motivated person using basic military and naval skills in order to prepare them for further training in the Service. Recruits are instilled with the Naval Service ethos and the values of Courage, Respect, Integrity and Loyalty. On successful completion of the Recruit training, the Recruit is advanced to the training rank of Ordinary Rating (equivalent of 2 Star Private in the Army). The Naval Service has four Branches consisting of Seaman's, Communications, Mechanicians and Supplies. The Ordinary Rate commences their chosen Branch training giving them the specialised skills required to fulfil their role at sea and ashore. After this initial specialisation training, the Ordinary Rate will proceed to sea and take up an appointment onboard one of our ships for a two year rotation. Life at sea is at all times varied. The Ordinary Rate regardless of Branch is a much valued member of the ships crew. As well as Branch duties, he/she will be called on to complete other duties such as general maintenance, boat work, Damage Control/Firefighting. He/she may also be a member of a Naval Boarding team during Drug Interdiction Operations. If you are interested in a life at sea, as part of a dynamic, professional and highly motivated team, then the Naval Service is for you. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. You need to satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in the Naval Service as required. This is the only way to join the Naval Service to become an Ordinary Seaman. Candidates undergo fitness testing, an interview and a medical exam. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become an Ordinary Seaman in the Naval Service. Training The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Ordinary Seaman with basic military skills. Naval Recruit training is foundation military training. It is 22 weeks in duration. It is followed by Trained Specialist Training courses. On successful completion of training Recruits are assigned to a Branch and a vessel of the Naval Service. Career Progression Newly qualified Ordinary Seamen are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Naval Service. These courses may enable the Seaman to specialise in certain areas of the Naval Service and progress towards career advancement. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Air Corps Recruit - General Service
Job Details The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. IMPORTANT NOTICE* It is the candidate's sole responsibility to enter their email address correctly when completing the application form. The candidate will receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours of submitting the online application. If a candidate does not receive an acknowledgement within the time, the candidate must inform Recruitment & competition section within 72 hours of applying by emailing recruitment@defenceforces.ie Candidates should be aware that some email providers filter @defenceforces.ie into junk/spam folder. GDPR Notice All applications for Defence Forces positions are processed in accordance with the Defence Forces Applicants Privacy Notice, as set out on the applicants page with Candidate Manager Careers Information Applications forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site. The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open. There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed. Application forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site. The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open. There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed. Applications Through Irish To make an application through Irish send an email to recruitment@defenceforces.ie to request an application form. The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. Applications will only be accepted online. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Electricians - ESB Framework
Mainline is growing fast and are currently looking to hire electricians and PICW’s to work on exciting multi-disciplinary and framework projects. The role presents a great opportunity for the right candidate. We are looking for people who will embrace the opportunity and progress with the business as it grows. We will also support and develop our electricians in the process to become PICW’s which represents a great learning opportunity. Your new role: You will be part of an experienced project delivery team working on large-scale power and ESB Framework projects. Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Electricians - Cable Jointers
Your new role: You will be part of an experienced project delivery team in a very fast-paced environment, working on large-scale power projects, or ESB Framework projects The role presents a great opportunity for the right candidate. We are looking for people who will embrace the opportunity and progress with the business as it grows. Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Team Leader
Costa Coffee requires a Team Leader for our store in Eyre Square. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Team Leader CNM Or SCL Grade
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION TEMPORARY FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (CNM1 OR SOCIAL CARE) RESIDENTIAL SERVICES CAISLEAN SERVICES, GALWAY JOB REF: 139/2024W Location: Caislean Services operates a range of services including day, residential, respite, training, education, employment opportunities, Individualised services, and leisure activities which are geographically dispersed though the West Sector Adult Services. We strive to provide the highest standards by following a human rights-based approach integrating normal community participate as much as possible into the daily lives of the people supported. We wish to recruit an innovative, creative, motivated, visionary person. We are looking for an individual who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support, are open to change, aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. The Role: The Team Leader will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the service and will provide leadership and supervision at a local level, ensuring the service delivered is person centred. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each person reflects the organisation’s core values and the personal outcome measures. • Dignity and respect • Sharing ordinary places • Growing in relationships • Making choices • Making a contribution Reporting/Responsible To: Service Coordinator/Area manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: The recognised professional qualification for social care is as follows: HETAC/NQAI BA in Applied Social Studies (Disability)/Social Care or Nursing (RNID/RNMH). A qualification in Management is desirable. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. They will also have experience of behaviours that challenge and complex needs. Experience in goal setting and programme implementation is essential. The successful candidate must have experience of managing and supervising a staff team and be up to date with current policy and legislation relevant to intellectual disability services. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership, management and planning skills as well as the ability to set goals, implement and review. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. 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. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership, management and planning skills as well as the ability to set goals, implement and review. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. Working Hours: Contracted hours will be based on a 7-day duty roster and will depend on the grade of the successful candidate i.e. 78 hours a fortnight (Social Care grade) 75 hours a fortnight (CNM1 grade). In addition, a sleep-in and/or night duty commitment is a requirement of the post for which the appropriate allowance will be paid. An ‘On Call’ commitment may be required and flexibility around this will be expected in order 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 to provide a quality service delivery for each individual Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Area Manager / Service Coordinator to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care or CNM1. Tenure: These posts are Permanent full-time and pensionable and Temporary full-time and pensionable linked to a permanent employees’ maternity leave 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.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL- AND PART TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKERS CAISLEAN SERVICES, GALWAY CITY JOB REF: 140/2024W Location: Caislean Services operates a range of services including day, residential, respite, training, education, employment opportunities, Individualised services, and leisure activities which are geographically dispersed though the West Sector Adult Services. We strive to provide an excellent service, integrating the community as much as possible into the daily lives of the people supported. Candidates will be required to be flexible in this position, and will be required to work a variety of hours as required. The successful candidate may be required to work between the various community houses and day care programme areas associated with the Caislean Services depending on service need. The Role: The Social Care Worker will report to the Social Care Leader/Team Leader and will fulfil a key worker role for individuals and aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. Reporting/Responsible To: Social Care Leader/Team Leader/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications/Experience: Candidates must have a HETAC/DIT/NQAI BA in Applied Social Studies/Social Care Open Training College (HETAC) accredited National Degree in Applied Social Studies (Disability). Candidates should have a minimum of one year’s experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. Experience in working and supporting individuals with a variety of support needs is essential. This may include autism, complex medical needs, mental health, behavioural challenges and physical disabilities. A full clean manual Driving Licence (Class B) is essential for the appointee to drive the transport that is assigned to the Service. Fluency in verbal and written English and IT skills is an essential requirement of this post. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: • Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to set goals, put into action and follow through. • The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms • Excellent listening skills • Creativity and initiative • Be innovative and self-motivated • Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy • The ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality • Patience and a sense of humour • Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the individuals who use the service. • Keep up to date with current practice within the field • To actively lead the service and staff team assigned to you by the Team leader / Social Care leader /Service Coordinator. • Arrange staff cover when required. Working Hours: All posts are 78 hours a fortnight based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates will be required to work day/night duty, sleepovers, weekends and public holidays. 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 per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ Service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker Salary Scale - €38,451 x 10 increments – €53,436 (max of scale) per annum. LSI €54,445 per annum is payable after 3 Years on the maximum of the scale. Service Related Leave is also granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Tenure: These posts are Permanent full-time and pensionable and Temporary full-time and pensionable fixed-term for one year from the date of appointment. 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.
In-home Support Practitioner
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND - WEST REGION POST OF TEMPORARY PART-TIME IN-HOME SUPPORT PRACTITIONER CHILDRENS SERVICES, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 72446 Location: Children’s Services, Brothers of Charity Services - West Region, Co. Galway. The Children’s Services support children up to the age of 18 years with Intellectual Disabilities who present with a range of support needs including Autism, Physical Disability & Complex Medical needs. The Role: The In-Home Support Practitioner will work as part of a multidisciplinary governance and support team in delivering a quality and effective service. This service will be provided through offering an in-home based support to parents and children. The role is specifically family focused, with the welfare of the child being paramount. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/ Children’s Programme Manager. Works With: Working Hours: 40 hours a fortnight based on a 7 day duty roster. Candidates will be required to be completely flexible in this position and will be required to work a variety of hours between 8am and 10pm, depending on the support needs of the child/family for goals being worked on e.g. morning, bedtime routine. 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: 23 days pro rata per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Leader Salary Scale (01st June 2024) – €54,157 x 6 increments - €63,245 pro-rata per annum. Tenure: This post is temporary, part-time and pensionable linked on a specific purpose basis to a permanent employee’s leave within the Services. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to: Audrey Reilly, TURAS Family & Community Services Team Leader on 087 9051570 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is 5pm, Thursday 28th November 2024 Interviews for this post will take place week on 9th December 2024. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Service Coordinator
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND -WEST REGION SERVICE COORDINATOR REA SERVICES, LOUGHREA, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 159 /2024E The Brothers of Charity Services in Loughrea are a community based, person centred service for adults with intellectual disabilities. 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 and their family and communities, supporting people to plan and direct their own service so that they can enjoy a life with a healthy balance of supports. 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 friendships. The Rea Services operate in Loughrea, Co. Galway, where there are a range of services including day, residential, family support services, training, education, Individualised services, and leisure activities to support adults with an intellectual disability in the Loughrea area. The Service Coordinator, under the guidance of the Area Manager, and supported by local staff teams, is responsible for the coordination and continued development of these services. Reporting/Responsible to: Area Manager/Sector Manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: The successful candidate must have: · A relevant 3rd level qualification in the Health Sector e.g. BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies/Social Care or nursing qualification. · A minimum of 3 years post graduate relevant experience in management and leadership. · An appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management is a necessary requirement of the post to enable the successful candidate take on the Person in Charge role. · Proven operational experience is essential. · Budgetary/financial, employee relations and team management experience. · Excellent leadership, managerial and team-working skills are required to co-ordinate and support the service teams and to ensure that a range of high quality services are provided. · Excellent communication and organisational skills together with up to date knowledge of current thinking and practices in person centred service delivery. · Good IT skills is crucial for this role. · A full clean manual Irish driving licence. Working Hours: For nursing grades 75 hours a fortnight applies/For Social Care grades 78 hours a fortnight applies. Normal working week will be rostered over a 5 day basis however contracted hours of work are liable to change over seven days to meet requirements of the post and flexibility with regard to your hours of duty will be required to fulfil the duties of the post including rostered weekends. An On-call commitment is an essential requirement of this post. The Service Coordinator will be required to be on-call after working hours during the normal working week, at weekends and covering holidays as part of a rostered on-call system. In exceptional circumstances sleep-ins and night duties may be required. The Service Coordinator will be assigned Person-In-Charge (PIC) responsibilities under the HIQA Regulations. 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: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful Candidate e.g. CNM3 or Social Care Manager 3. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidate e.g. CNM3 or Social Care Manager 3. Tenure: This position is Permanent, full-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.
