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Highly competitive salary, monthly bonus of 10% if sales targets achieved (with the potential of 20% if stretch targets achieved), generous employee discount, annual jewellery uniform allowance and other excellent benefits! We are currently seeking an organised, pro-active and results driven assistant store manager to join the team in our store. If you thrive on taking the lead on retail operations, inspiring a high performing team to beat their targets and provide a world-class service, then we'd love to have you join us! In the UK, we are very proud to have recently been recognised in the Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work 2023’, one of only 11 in the ‘very large’ employers category. The role The assistant store manager is our brand ambassador and responsible for the day-to-day operational running of the store. You will report to the store manager and be their biggest support - ensuring the commercial success of the store - and be responsible for running the operational aspects of a high-performing store. About Pandora The largest jewellery company in the world, we give a voice to millions of people’s loves every day. We sell three pieces of our hand-crafted jewellery every second and have the largest network in the industry, with almost 7,000 points of sale around the globe and a strong online business. We pursue sustainability In everything we do and have set ambitious and measurable targets across every touchpoint of our business, from sourcing through to the materials we use and the marketing of our products. Our people Our global workforce is made up of over 33,000 passionate people who, in 2023, helped Pandora record the highest earnings to date, led by a refreshed long-term growth strategy. The pace of our progress has created an energising, ambitious culture where we are empowered to be ourselves and equipped to deliver our very best. As we continue to grow, we also continue to invest in our talent. We’re looking for people who share our values and can help us bring our ambitions to life. What to expect from the role CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Household Survey Interviewer 2025
Overview of the Role Title of the position: Temporary & Permanent Household Survey Interviewers (Average weekly hours 25.15). Locations: We are recruiting in the following locations: Clare, Sligo, Carlow, Cavan, Limerick, Wexford, Longford, Donegal, Laois, Leitrim, Mayo, Monaghan, Roscommon, Westmeath, Offaly, Waterford, Louth and Galway. Survey interviewing work is carried out across the whole country. However, it is the policy of the CSO to assign interviewers to suitable geographical locations based on their home address. Therefore, the offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Roles and Responsibilities Preparation for interviewing/collection process This involves attending appropriate training sessions as directed by field management/CSO headquarters. Trainings may be conducted on-site or virtually. This training process involves studying any necessary documentation, learning how to use IT systems and processes as well as testing new questions/processes. A tablet computer and smartphone will be used to manage interviewer workload. Attendance at training is mandatory. Survey Interviewing/Collection Survey work requires interviewers to carry out data collection by means of electronic data capture, using a tablet or other data capturing device. Interviewers will be required to transfer data to CSO headquarters in the manner prescribed for each particular survey. Interviewers will be expected to meet minimum data collection targets and deadlines as outlined by field management. Interviewers are expected to meet high data quality standards in a timely manner. Liaison with Field Management/CSO Headquarters Interviewers are expected to be in regular contact with field management through telephone, email, virtual meetings (e.g., MS Teams) or in-person contact. Administration Interviewers will be expected to complete and submit relevant administrative documentation by specific deadlines using both electronic and paper methods. Data Protection Interviewers will ensure high levels of data governance and information security, particularly regarding access to confidential data. Other duties Any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time, as appropriate to the position of Survey Interviewer. Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission1 or a stamp 5 permission. 1 Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. Requirements for the Position • Education requirement: intermediate certificate/junior certificate or equivalent. • Hold a current full driving licence with authorisation to drive in Ireland and have the full use of a car for the hours spent working on the survey. • Fluent English both written and spoken. • Proven experience of personal interaction with the public ideally through face to face and telephone interviewing, practical social work or related work. • Good IT software skills, e.g., Microsoft Office 365 and MS Teams. • Availability to work flexible hours. This flexibility extends to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are at home. • The ability to guarantee confidentiality at all times in relation to your role. • Good communication/articulation skills together with good persuasion and negotiating skills. Special Features The Interviewer position is a lone worker position. This means that the Interviewer works from their home and organises and completes their own work under the supervision of the Survey Coordinator in line with role requirements. Interviewers must be available to work flexible hours. Survey Interviewers are expected to work on average 25.15 hours per week. Depending on the survey involved, this flexibility will extend to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are available. Being a Household Survey Interviewer in the CSO What surveys will I work on? You could be working on a range of different surveys and may be simultaneously working on up to 3 surveys at a time – so time management and multi-tasking skills are a must. Some of the main surveys conducted by CSO Household Survey Interviewers are the Labour Force Survey (LFS), the Survey of Income and Living Conditions (SILC), and the Household Budget Survey (HBS). The CSO arealso recruiting through this campaign for interviewers to work on the Growing Up in Ireland survey – the national longitudinal study of children in Ireland which has been following the progress of c.20,000 children and their families since 2006. From time-to-time the CSO conducts other surveys, as requested, and you may be asked to work on these as well. More information on CSO Household Surveys can be found on the CSO website: https://www.cso.ie/en/surveys/householdsurveys/ What will my working hours be? You will be contracted to work 25.15 hours per week. You will have flexibility in working these hours, but there is a requirement for evening and Saturday work – you are not required to work any Sundays. We have found that the best times to interview households tend to be between 4pm and 8pm, though this may vary depending on the area you are in. Households are willing to give up their free time to participate in our surveys and it is important that you are as flexible as possible to find a time that suits them to participate. Where will I be working? Your work assignments will be based on your home location and will branch out from there. You may need to travel further from home at times and the distance of the travel will depend on whether your location is urban or rural in nature. Flexibility in relation to travel is required at times to meet the demands of individual surveys. Your area of work may change from time to time. What will I be paid? Starting rate of pay effective 1st March 2025 is €387.85 (ppc) per week. A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution (non ppc). In addition to this, there is also the potential to earn an additional completion payment of up to 13% of grosspay depending on response rates achieved. Civil service mileage rates apply for any work-related travel in addition to other allowances which may be payable. What training will I receive? All household survey interviewers will receive comprehensive training on the role before starting work. This usually involves initial training in a specified location which will last approximately 2 weeks, with further on-site and online training sessions depending on which surveys you will be working on. Quarterly, regional in-person training sessions are also organised, as well as ad-hoc training sessions from time to time. On-going training and support will be provided by your appointed Coordinator, who will be your first line of contact with the CSO and will manage your work on a day-to-day basis. What is expected of me? Minimum expected response rates will apply to each of the surveys on which you work, and you will be expected to achieve these rates. Household survey interviewers are the CSO representatives at doorsteps across the country and must at all times carry out their work in a professional and respectful manner. You will be expected to maintain regular contact and communication with your Coordinator. Key Competencies for Survey Interviewer SURVEY INTERVIEWER COMPETENCIES Customer Service & Communication Skills • Actively listens to others and tries to understand their perspectives/requirements/needs. • Understands the steps or processes that customers must go through and can clearly explain these. • Is respectful, courteous and professional, remaining composed, even in challenging circumstances. • Can be firm when necessary and communicate with confidence and authority. • Communicates clearly and fluently when speaking and in writing. Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility for work and sees it through to the appropriate next level. • Completes work in a timely manner. • Adapts quickly to new ways of doing things. • Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard and learns from mistakes. • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered. • Is self-reliant and uses judgment on when to ask manager or colleagues for guidance. Information Management/Processing • Approaches and delivers all work in a thorough and organised manner. • Follows procedures and protocols, understanding their value and the rationale behind them. • Keeps high quality records that are easy for others to understand. • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g., written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages etc. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level and deliver a quality service. • Serves the government and people of Ireland. • Is thorough and conscientious, even if work is routine. • Is enthusiastic and resilient in the face of challenging circumstances and setbacks. • Is personally honest and trustworthy. • At all times acts with integrity. • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play their part. Selection Process The selection process may include some or all of the following elements: • Shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their application form; • Competitive preliminary interview; • Any other tests or exercises that may be deemed appropriate. Applicants who are successful in this competition will be placed on a panel, in an order of merit. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Permanent Panel: The permanent panel will be maintained for no longer than 3 years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Temporary Panel The temporary panel will be maintained for no longer than 3years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Should similar vacancies, including temporary positions, arise elsewhere in the CSO candidates may be drawn from this competition. Security Clearance You will be required to complete and return a Garda eVetting form should you come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which you resided. If you have resided/studied in countries outside of the Republic of Ireland for a period of 6 months or more, it is mandatory for you to furnish a Police Clearance Certificate from those countries stating that you have no convictions recorded against you while residing there. You will need to provide a separate Police Clearance Certificate for each country you have resided in. Clearance must be dated after the date you left the country. It is your responsibility to seek security clearances in a timely fashion as they can take some time. You cannot be appointed without this information being provided and being in order. The Importance of Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Acts, 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All enquiries, applications and all aspects of the proceedings are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone, outside those directly involved in that aspect of the process. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from computer records for general statistical purposes Code of Practice This competition is being organised in accordance with the Code of Practice titled Appointment to Positions in the Civil Service and Public Service published by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CSO will consider any requests for review in accordance with the provisions of this code. A copy of the Code may be accessed at www.cpsa.ie. The CSO is an equal opportunity employer. Assignments will be made based on qualifications and the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the grade or post. Candidates’ Obligation Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Candidates must not: • knowingly or recklessly provide false information • canvass any person with or without inducements • personate a candidate at any stage of the process • interfere with or compromise the process in any way. It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount.Sharing information on the selection process e.g., through social media or any other means, may result in you being disqualified from the competition. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must: • Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. • Be suitable on the grounds of character. • Be suitable on the grounds of health and physical fitness. • Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, they will not be appointed to the post unless they: (a) Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. (b) Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Quality Customer Service We aim to provide an excellent quality service to all our customers. If, for whatever reason, you are unhappy with any aspect of the service you receive from us, we urge you to bring this to our attention. Feedback will be provided on written request. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force on the 25th of May 2018, replacing the existing data protection framework under the EU Data Protection Directive. When your application form is received, we create a record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied. This personal record is used solely in processing your candidature and should you be successful certain information will be retained by the CSO’s HR division for employment purposes. Salary - PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) The weekly salary scale for this position effective from 1st March 2025 is as follow: €387.85, €407.01, €411.90, €426.06, €440.28, €454.52, €468.74, €482.96, €496.78, €510.62, €524.47, €540.65, €552.03, €573.46 (NMAX), €590.32 (LSI1), €598.05 (LSI2) Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Hours of Attendance Formal hours of work do not apply to these duties. Permanent Survey Interviewers will be assigned a quota of weekly work on CSO household surveys which, on average over the period of a quarter, should not exceed 25.15 hours per week. Temporary Survey Interviewers will be assigned survey duties as required on a weekly basis. Workinghours for Temporary Survey Interviewers will depend on the number of households to be surveyed. Working patterns can be flexible but Survey Interviewers should be available to take on work at least 5 days on average per week outside of the headquarters which in respect of this employment is based in the Survey Interviewer’s home. The flexibility of the working hours is such that the Survey Interviewer is expected to work when potential respondents are available, and the Survey Interviewer will be expected to minimise unproductive work hours and journeys in this regard. Sunday working is not permitted in this employment. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance over and above 25.15 hours per week as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Survey Interviewers will be obliged to keep a record of the hours worked as outlined in the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (Organisation of Working Time (Records) (Prescribed Form and Exemptions) Regulations, 2001.
Retail Assistant
Salary: €14.60 per hour, 25% colleague discount, 30-days annual leave pro rata THE JOB Are you passionate about customer service? Keen to build a Career with the largest UK Health and Wellness Retailer? Then look no further… Our Retail Assistants are the central point of our customer contact and paramount in our business's success, you'll act as a health and wellness ambassador whilst maintaining high store standards and delivering world class customer service. You'll complete our industry-leading retail operational training to become Qualified to Advise across our vast range of products, you can also specialise in areas of interest to you such as sport, nutrition, and beauty. Our products often fly off the shelves but sometimes they need a helping hand, we sometimes offer colleague incentives around key items to encourage promotion. THE PERSON As an entry level role, we don't require prior retail experience whilst advantageous we just ask that you have: We're passionate about helping every colleague thrive across all dimensions of wellbeing, and we're committed to having a diverse and inclusive workplace. In line with our EPIC values (Expertise, Pioneering, Inclusive, Caring), we embrace and actively celebrate all our colleagues unique and varying experiences, backgrounds, identities, and cultures - I am me, we are H&B. Wellness begins with you, start your journey today. THE COMPANY At Holland & Barrett (H&B) we want to empower everyone to live healthier, happier lives. With over 150 years of experience in the industry, we are an internationally trusted brand and the largest health & wellness retailer in Europe. Our ambition is to become the world's most trusted wellness partner, chosen by over 100 million people globally. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKERS CAISLEAN SERVICES, GALWAY CITY JOB REF: 81672 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future Social Care Worker vacancies in the Caislean Services may be filled over the next 6 months. 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: 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: 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 (01/10/2024) - €38,951 x 12 increments – €53,970 (max of scale) per annum. LSI €54,989 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 Temporary and pensionable linked to funding. 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. INDW Informal enquiries to Helen Lawrence (Area Manager) on 087 6727601 Or Marcella Kennedy on (Service Coordinator) on 087 3959811 Online applications will close 5pm Thursday 10th July 2025 Interview date TBC The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Team Leader
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION TEMPORARY FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER CAISLEAN DAY SERVICES, GALWAY JOB REF: 81675 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: • Nursing (RNID/RNMH) and hold a current registration with NMBI or HETAC/NQAI BA in Applied Social Studies (Disability)/Social Care. Candidates must be eligible for registration on the Social Care Register at CORU on or before 30th November 2025. View approved qualifications on https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ • 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 5-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: Temporary full-time and pensionable linked to a permanent employees Carers Leave for approximately 2 years. 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. Informal enquiries to Helen Lawrence (Area Manager) or Marcella Kennedy (Service Coordinator) 091 - 721410 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is Thursday, 10th July 2025 Interview date for this post TBC 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: SUPPORT WORKERS ADULT WEST CAISLEAN SERVICES, GALWAY JOB REF: 81667 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, working night duty, weekends, split duty hours, bank holidays, and sleepovers to meet service needs. Additionally, there are opportunities for day service positions operating Monday through Friday. 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: Department of Health Care Assistant (Intellectual Disability) salary scale (01/10/2024) - €33,699 x 13 increments - € 45,190 (Max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €46,984 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. Tenure: These posts are permanent/temporary 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. INDW Informal enquiries to Helen Lawrence (Area Manager) Or Marcella Kennedy on (Service Coordinator) on 091 - 721410 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is 5pm Thursday 10th July 2025. Interviews for this role TBC The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Temporary Medical General Physician
Candidates must be on the Specialist Register of Irish Medical Council Duration of Post: 6th October 2025 to 5th January 2026 Temporary Contract Portiuncula University Hospital comprises of 194 beds which includes plans for a new 50 bed ward block opening in August 2024. Portiuncula University Hospital provides 24/7 acute surgery, acute medicine, critical care, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology along with a 24/7 Emergency Department which had 30,283 attendances in 2023. The hospital serves the catchment areas of East Galway, Westmeath, North Tipperary, Roscommon and Offaly and has a natural referral pathway to the Midlands. Ballinasloe is the largest town in County Galway. The town has excellent junior and secondary schools and is close to the University of Galway and the Technology University of Shannon in Athlone. The town is served by public transport to the major centres. The area offers an abundance of sports, leisure and entertainment facilities. The town offers easy access to major regional centres of Galway City. The Department of Medcine aims to provide a safe consultant delivered patient centred service. The post holder will participate in a 1:8 on-call commitment at Portiuncula University Hospital. This post will reduce the reliance on locum cover •To support and implement the National Acute Medicine Programme This post is in keeping with the Report on The National Taskforce on Medical Staffing which identified the need for Consultant delivered services. •To ensure that NCHDs continues to receive adequate training and education. The post holder will help deliver the curriculum to undergraduate student from the National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG) and the University of Limerick (UL) during each academic year. Improve linkages with GP’s to provide patient centred services and direct access for patients The function of this post is to support and develop a comprehensive Gastroenterology service in Portiuncula University Hospital. •The post-holder will function as part of a multi-disciplinary team of consultants and NCHDs, nursing and allied health professionals. •The consultant appointed will provide general and critical care services at consultant level. •The post holder will participate in a 1:8 On-call commitment to Portiuncula University Hospital. •The current complement of junior staff will be shared across the Department of Medicine. •Provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment to patients. •The post-holder will play a key role in implementing integrated systems that optimise the delivery of care in the setting to enhance the quality and efficiency of service provision. •The post-holder will in conjunction with the Clinical Director design a practice plan to maintain and develop the current services in conjunction with initiatives. •Be involved in teaching and provide an audit centred approach in the Department. •This post will facilitate on-going Continuous Medical Education. •Improve linkages with GP’s, bed utilisation and facilitate rapid assessment and diagnosis, initiate early intervention
Baker
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous food preparation and production experience is desirable Qualified baker is a distinct advantage Creative and able to embrace new recipes 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. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Bake and finish products to the highest standard Drive sales through instore initiatives Merchandise and present the Bakery department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the Bakery Adhere to production planning and batch control guidelines for bakery products Conduct quality and freshness checks Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store.
Occupational Therapist
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME (BASIC GRADE) OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST CHILDREN’S DISABILITY NETWORK 6 TEAM JOB REF: 81722 The Role : Children’s Disability Network Team 6 (CDNT) provide services to children from 0-18 with complex development needs which include physical, sensory, intellectual disabilities and autism. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland (BOCSI) are the lead agency for this team. Occupational. The CDNT’s are interdisciplinary teams who work within a Family Centred Practice model and work collaboratively with children, families and other stakeholders to meet goals identified by the family. The post holder will be responsible for assessing and delivering intervention to children and young persons in clinic, school, home and community settings depending on their presentation. Qualifications: Candidates must: A full clean driving licence and use of a car is an essential requirement of this post. Experience: Candidates must have at least 1 year post qualification occupational therapy clinical experience. Experience working in an occupational therapy role, working with children with complex developmental disabilities and their families is an advantage. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate competency in applying theory, knowledge and skills of Occupational Therapy within the service area of people with disabilities. Flexibility and an openness to change are required. Fluency in verbal and written English and a high level of communication skills are essential. Working Hours: 70 hours a fortnight based across a 5 dayduty roster. Contracted hours will be between 8:30-5pm (liable to change between the hours of 8am – 8pm as future service needs require and flexibility will be required in order to meet service needs). CDNT6 covers a geographical area of: Galway City East/Ballybane, Claregalway, Gort, Headford and Oranmore, the postholder will be expected to be flexible in covering all areas within the CDNT catchment. Annual Leave: 27 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Occupational Therapist salary scale ( 01/03/2025) - €44,122 x 12 increments - €61,953 (MAX) per annum. LSI €63,154 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Tenure: This position is permanent, full-time and pensionable. Full job Description Attached Informal enquiries to Gillian Raftery, Children’s Disability Network Manager on 091 721 492. The closing date for receipt of all applications/CV’s on-line is 5pm, Tuesday 8thJuly 2025 Interviews for this post will take place on 17th July 2025. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Basic Social Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST OF PERMANENT: FULL-TIME BASIC GRADE SOCIAL WORKER ADULTS SERVICES, GALWAY EAST GALWAY SERVICES JOB REF: 81402 The Role: To provide a social work service to adults with intellectual disability and their families in day, residential, respite and community settings. Qualifications: Candidates must have MSW or CQSW or a Letter of Accreditation and current CORU registration. Experience: Candidates must have adequate training and experience to carry out satisfactorily the duties of the post. Experience of working with adults with intellectual disability is an advantage. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate competency in applying theory, legislation, knowledge and skills in Social Work within the service area of adults and intellectual disability. Candidates must also demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. It is critical that the selected candidate works effectively within a dynamic team environment using a person-centred philosophy. Candidates are expected to work within their professional code of ethics at all times. The Health Service is undergoing ongoing transformation and therefore it is critical that a flexible attitude to changing environments and work requirements is held by the successful candidate. A full clean Irish driving licence and use of a car is an essential requirement of the post. Working Hours: 70/70 hoursa fortnight based on a 5-day week. Hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. as future Service needs require. Flexibility will be required in order to meet service needs. Annual Leave: 27 days per annum pro rata. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Worker salary scale ( 01/03/2025 ) - €49,624 per annum x 8 increments – €70,277 (Max) per annum applies. LSI €71,640 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Tenure: This post 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. Travel: The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty. The base for travel purposes for the East Galway Adult services post is 4 days The Starling Centre, Loughrea and 1 day SUAS services (Ballinasloe). Full job description attached. Informal enquires for this post to Michael Flood, Head of Social Work 091 721400. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/CV on-line is: 5pm, Thursday 10th July 2025 Interview date - Thursday 17th July 2025
