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Medical Secretary/Administration Role Maternity Cover Needed - 29 hours per week Experience working in a G.P. surgery or hospital environment is preferable. Job Type: Maternity Leave Cover Schedule: Day shift - Tuesday to Friday Work Location: In person Job Type: Fixed term Contract length: 3 months or more. TBD Ability to commute/relocate: Raheny, County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Experience: Medical Secretary: 1 year (required) Language: English (required) Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person
Barista / All Rounder
This is a front-of-house coffee shop position where the successful candidate will be responsible for running the front counter independently. The role includes: Working Hours Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm
Hairstylist
Qualified Hairstylist – Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford Studio5 are currently seeking a Qualified Hairstylist to join their team in Enniscorthy. Role Details How to Apply: Click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates!
Accounts Executive
Accounts Executive Earthing & Lightning Protection Ireland Limited of LPI Group is currently seeking to recruit an experienced Accounts Executive to join their Finance Team at their offices at the LPI Group, Unit I, Baldonell Business Park, Dublin 22, D 22 YH57 Remuneration: €38,000 per annum and 40 hours per week Main Roles and Responsibilities include: Reporting to the Head of Construction Design & Commissioning- This is a key role in supporting the financial flow of projects by acting as the central coordination point between engineering, operations, and finance teams. This role ensures accurate tracking of quotations, purchase orders, costs, and invoicing, while maintaining strong data integrity across internal systems such as ABM and Salesforce. Commercial & Financial Coordination Interested Candidates to send their CV with cover letter to hr@lpigroup.com on or before Monday, 07 September 2026, 5:00 pm. AD PUBLISHED: FROM 10TH AUGUST 2026 TO 07TH SEPTEMBER 2026
Receptionist
Here at the award-winning Glasshouse Hotel, we are currently looking for an enthusiastic and experienced full-time receptionist / front of house person to join our team. The role involves working as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of our busy reception desk, handling customer queries & answering calls. Standard reception shifts will apply – Early shift 7am-3.30pm, Late Shift 3pm -11.30pm. Duties include:
Barista Supervisor
Introduction Down Syndrome Ireland is proud to introduce Equal Grounds , beginning with the launch of our first role based in Limerick. As part of this initiative, we will develop and deliver a bespoke Barista Academy , offering tailored vocational training to our members with Down syndrome in a supportive classroom environment. The skills learned will be put into practice through our Equal Grounds Coffee Truck , which will travel to events and provide meaningful, inclusive employment opportunities for our members. Our goal is to build confidence, independence, employability, and social inclusion for adults with Down syndrome—while serving great coffee and increasing visibility and awareness of our community Scope of the role The Barista Academy Supervisor will lead the planning, development and delivery of Down Syndrome Ireland's Barista Academy Programme in Limerick with the support of DSI National office. The primary objective of the role is to provide high-quality, person-centered vocational training that enables adults with Down syndrome to develop practical barista, hospitality and employability skills in an inclusive, supportive and empowering environment. Working within a strengths-based framework, the Barista Academy Supervisor in collaboration with the National Employment Team, will design, deliver and evaluate a training programme that builds confidence, independence and workplace readiness while celebrating each learner's unique abilities and aspirations. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operation of the Barista Academy in Limerick, coordinate training schedules, liaise with suppliers and corporate partners, manage external coffee events and create meaningful opportunities. The role requires an enthusiastic, organised and compassionate individual with excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills who is committed to promoting inclusion, lifelong learning and employment opportunities for adults with Down syndrome. The individual will report directly to the Operations Manager, with a dotted line to the Head of Inclusive Employment. Down Syndrome Ireland Vision From inclusion in policy to equality in life for people with Down syndrome. Mission Down Syndrome Ireland supports people with Down syndrome and their families in their communities. We strive to provide consistent, high-quality advice, support and information to every person with Down syndrome to ensure that whatever their stage of life they have a network to support them. Purpose To deliver and advocate for safe, equitable and consistent supports to people with Down syndrome through a clear and well-governed organisation Values Unity - We work as one organisation with a shared purpose and collective responsibility. Equity- The same high standard of support, everywhere. Partnership - We achieve more by working together with families, communities and the State. Evidence - We use data and lived experience to improve and advocate. Respect- Rights, dignity, choice and independence come first. Qualifications and Experience Qualifications: Essential Hours 8 to 12 hours per week, flexibility required Salary €17.00 per hour
School Secretary
Key Duties and Responsibilities The main duties associated with the role (in addition to other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Principal) include: • Supporting the Principal, Deputy Principals, teaching staff and students, • Managing the front office and the queries of parents, staff, students and all visitors to the school, • Liaising with organisations including DEY, SEC, TUSLA, EWO and the HSE, including the preparation and submission of required returns, • Managing the telephone, office email and PA system, including distribution of messages, • Opening and distributing the post and attending to all deliveries, • Managing the school filing system, in accordance with data retention guidelines, • Inputting and updating data on school and Department of Education and Youth management systems, • Resetting parental passwords and training parents on how to log in to the School Management system, • Preparing various correspondence such as emails, letters and other correspondence, • Assisting with Garda Vetting applications, • Inputting data on the Online Claims System, • Managing the school’s online payments system, reconciling receipts and liaising with the Finance Department, • Accounts work, including liaising with suppliers and Tipperary ETB support staff, • Photocopying, laminating, binding and printing, • Coordination of the ordering of school supplies with a working knowledge of the procurement framework and procurement systems, • Managing supplies and resources to ensure that the school runs efficiently, • Assisting with applications for school places, transfers and enrolments, • Assisting with the organising of school events and activities including the school musical, • Assisting with the organisation and administration of State Examinations and other assessments, • Assisting with the administration of the school's book rental, locker rental and uniform schemes where applicable. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the successful candidate may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post. Personal Specification The ideal candidate will satisfy the following criteria. • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies, as outlined under the duties and responsibilities in the job description, to carry out the role, • Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service, • Proven relevant organisational and administrative experience at an appropriate level, • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and other Office packages, • Be capable of fulfilling the role to a high standard, • Have obtained at least a Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise, • Be at least 17 years of age on or before the date of advertisement of the recruitment competition, • Must be trustworthy, empathetic and caring, • Demonstrate a high level of motivation and initiative, • Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to all school business, staff and student matters at all times. Competencies required Tipperary ETB core values of Excellence, Care, Equality, Community and Respect are the guiding principles of the organisation and underpin the competencies required to fulfil this role. The person appointed to the above post will be required to show evidence of the following effective performance indicators: Competency Effective Performance Indicator Teamwork Shows respect for colleagues and co-workers, Develops and maintains good working relationships with others, sharing information and knowledge, as appropriate, Offers own ideas and perspectives, Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play their part to deliver on the strategic goals and priorities of the 2023-2027 Tipperary ETB Statement of Strategy. Information Management and 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, Draws appropriate conclusions from information, Suggests new ways of doing things better and more efficiently, Is comfortable working with different types of information e.g. written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages etc. 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, Writes with correct grammar and spelling and draws reasonable conclusions from written instructions, Identifies and appreciates the urgency and importance of different tasks, Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered, Is self-reliant and uses judgement on when to ask manager or colleague for guidance. Customer Service and Communication Skills Actively listens to others and tries to understand their perspectives, requirements and needs, Understands the steps or processes that customers must go through and can clearly explain these, Is respectful, courteous and professional, remaining composed in accordance with our core values, even in challenging circumstances, Can be firm when necessary and communicate with confidence and authority in accordance with our core values, Communicates clearly and fluently when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development Develops and maintains the skills and expertise required to perform in the role effectively e.g. relevant technologies, IT systems, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, relevant policies etc., Clearly understands the role, objectives and targets and how they fit into the work of the school and the strategic goals and priorities of the 2023-2027 Tipperary ETB Statement of Strategy, Is committed to self-development, continuing professional development and continuously seeks to improve personal performance. Drive and Commitment to Public Sector Values Consistently strives to perform at a high level and deliver a quality service, Serves the ETB, our students, Government and people of Ireland, Is thorough and conscientious, even if work is routine, Is enthusiastic and resilient, persevering in the face of challenges and setbacks, Is personally honest and trustworthy, At all times, acts with integrity in accordance with our core values. Terms and Conditions for a Grade III Post in the ETB Sector Current Salary Scale As per Circular Letter 0058-2026, the current pay scale is €31,935 - €49,415. Annual Leave A Grade III School Secretary will be entitled to 22 days annual leave, excluding public holidays. Working Arrangements A Grade III School Secretary works 35 hours per week. Important notice regarding salary As per sectoral guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit may only apply, if, immediately prior to appointment the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting salary is not subject to negotiation. Place of Work The initial place of work will be Coláiste Phobal Ros Cré. Sick Leave Sick leave will be in accordance with established procedures and conditions for Tipperary ETB staff. Travel and Subsistence Allowances in respect of travelling and subsistence will be payable in respect of approved journeys. Offers of employment Offers of employment are subject to reference checks and pre-employment health assessment. Citizenship Requirement 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* permission or a Stamp 5 permission. * Please note that a 50 TEU vis, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Garda Vetting Tipperary ETB is registered with the National Vetting Unit (NVU). As part of the Board’s recruitment and selection process, offers of employment to all posts may be subject to NVU disclosure. References Tipperary ETB reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. Tipperary ETB also reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Please note that candidates are requested not to submit references with their application form. Pre-Employment Health Assessment A candidate for, any person holding, the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of the ability to render regular and efficient service. Candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment Health Assessment which will be reviewed by the ETB's Occupational Health Service. An offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment health assessment. Probation Where a person is appointed to the position of Grade III with Tipperary ETB the first twelve months of their contract will be regarded as the probationary period. The appointment will be confirmed subject to satisfactory performance of the duties of the post. Superannuation and Retirement Superannuation The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil/Public Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are available on https://singlepensionscheme.gov.ie Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. The maximum retirement age for a member of the single public service pension scheme as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during their re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil or Public Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER), the Department of Health Circular 7/2010 VER/VRS or the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular letter LG(P) 06/2013, any of which renders a person ineligible for the competition)the entitlement to that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements may, however, be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. Department of Education Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers Circular 10/2007 The Department of Education introduced an Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers. It is a condition of the Early Retirement Scheme that with the exception of the situations set out in paragraphs 10.2 and 10.3 of the relevant circular documentation, and with those exceptions only, if a teacher accepts early retirement under Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this scheme and is subsequently employed in any capacity in any area of the public sector, payment of pension to that person under the scheme will immediately cease. Pension payments will, however, be resumed on the ceasing of such employment or on the person's 60th birthday, whichever is the later, but on resumption, the pension will be based on the person's actual reckonable service as a teacher (i.e. the added years previously granted will not be taken into account in the calculation of the pension payment). Exclusions Candidates should note that persons who have taken part in public service early retirement schemes including the following are not eligible to take part in this competition: Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in the Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG (P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG (P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed below, it is a specific condition of that Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for reemployment in the public health sector or in the wider public service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public funds. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is a period of 7 years, after which time any re-employment will require the approval of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. Persons who availed of either of these schemes are not eligible to take part in this competition. Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health their pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Pension Accrual A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e. non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. This 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Additional Superannuation Contribution This appointment is subject to the pension-related deduction in accordance with the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Act, 2009. Please note that from 1 January 2019 PRD will be replaced by an Additional Superannuation Contribution (ASC) in accordance with the Public Service Pay and Pensions Act 2017. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement, including schemes not specifically mentioned above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Termination Notice This appointment is terminable by one month’s notice in writing from either side subject to statutory provisions and relevant collective agreements. General The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the successful candidate’s employment contract.
Caretaker
Salary: €40,498 - €41,729 (pre 2011)€37,389 - €41,729 (post 2011)Based on 39 hours week Annual Leave: 22 days per annum Contract Type: Permanent Post Key Responsibilities Will have to be flexible with hours of attendance. Carry out appropriate duties as specified by the Centre Manager/Chief Executive. Skills Requirements Applicants must be flexible, willing to work under direction, work as part of the Centre team and work on their own initiative. They must be honest, confidential, punctual, responsible and must uphold the values of LOETB. They will have the motivation to see what must be done, and complete tasks well. Duties Caretakers must conform to Health, Safety and Welfare procedures in all aspects of their work. The following is a list of duties attached to the post of Caretaker: To take care of the premises and its contents and to prevent, as far as possible, any damage to the structure, furniture, fittings and equipment. Site Safety and Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of the site, identifying any potential hazards and addressing them promptly. To open the premises, as required, each morning and at other times as required prior to the commencement of business and to check that heating system is operational and that rooms are adequately heated in season. To close the premises on termination of activities and to ensure that the premises is safely secured for the night, that all doors, windows, etc. are closed and that all controls on central heating systems, radiators, storage heaters, etc. are set to come into timely operation in the morning in season. To act as keyholder and, if required, be available for security alarm calls outside of working hours. To keep safe custody of the keys of all rooms in the building and to ensure that no unauthorised person has access to any part of the building. To control the entry and exit of apprentices, visitors, learners, staff and other users to and from the premises and grounds. To be available for overtime, if required. To undertake the co-ordination and supervision of the cleaning of the premises and to ensure the property is cleaned to appropriate cleaning standards. Facility Maintenance: Carry out repairs, basic maintenance, and upkeep of the site, including cleaning and organising tools, repairing equipment, and maintaining the structural integrity of the simulated environment. To list promptly all requisitions for repairs to cleaning equipment or replenishing cleaning materials. To remove rubbish & waste materials and to ensure its safe storage pending removal from the premises. To be responsible for the heating of the building(s), to ensure that boilers, burners, etc. are maintained in good working order, to ensure fuel stocks (where appropriate) are maintained at acceptable levels, and to monitor usage to ensure efficient and economic operation. To monitor the electricity usage to ensure efficient and economic operation. To have rooms ready for use at least half an hour prior to use. To move furniture, equipment and materials as required. To carry messages and errands within the premises and to other centres as required. To maintain an oversight of the proper and safe use of car park spaces. To carry out stewarding and other sundry duties. To assist tradesmen, maintenance staff or deliverymen. To assist, as may be required, with the organisation of exhibitions of students’ or other works within or without the precincts of the premises. Assist in the upkeep of stores, class materials and other materials for general use. To ensure each day that all fuses, light bulbs (internal and external) and light controls are in order and to replace fuses and bulbs as necessary. To undertake minor maintenance of the premises, such as touching up paintwork, tightening screws in doors, windows, furniture, etc. and to ensure that gutters are kept clear. To carry out grounds maintenance, weeding, mowing and planting, as required and to ensure that the grounds are neat, presentable and free from litter. To test drains occasionally and ensure they are kept clean and functioning properly at all times. Oversee room set up before and after training activities and events including moving furniture, equipment etc. Waste Management and Sustainability: Oversee waste management protocols, including the disposal and recycling of materials, and promote sustainable practices across the site. Emergency Response: Serve as a first point of contact for emergencies, managing any urgent issues related to safety, equipment failure, or incidents on site. The above is not an exhaustive list as each Centre will have particular requirements. On this basis there is a requirement to carry out such other appropriate duties as may be required and generally carry out such instructions as may, from time to time, be given by the Board, the Chief Executive Officer, the Principal/Centre Manager or responsible officer acting on their behalf.
Clerical Officer
Hours of work: The Appointee will be required to work 35 hours per week together with such additional hours as may be required from time to time for the proper discharge of their duties. Salary: Pre 2011 €34,137 - €49,415Post 2011 €31,935 - €49,415 Annual Leave: 22 days. Annual Leave will be in accordance with arrangements authorised by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science from time to time. Date of issue: August 2026 Post Summary The successful applicant will have responsibility, under general direction, for coordinating the efficient day-to-day work in their functional area within LOETB ensuring that targets and service levels are achieved and that work undertaken or information being given is accurate and in compliance with Legislation, Circular Letters, best practice guidelines and Internal Procedures. • Conduct Internal Verification of QQI learner evidence for FET programmes in centres and services, report on anomalies and outline required corrective action in Internal Verification reports • Operate P2P for payment of invoices • Invigilate exams, and report on assessment malpractice as required • Enter data accurately and efficiently on relevant systems, including PLSS, QBS • Facilitate Reasonable Accommodation for learners completing assessments • Deal sensitively with correspondence, telephone enquiries or personal callers on all areas of work covered by the section • Overall responsibility for the preparation and timely submission of required reports • Maintain an efficient and effective filing system to ensure any and all data, records or information required by all interested parties including Internal and External Audit is readily available • Ensure deadlines are met and that service levels are maintained • Carry out a range of administrative tasks including photocopying, preparing letters/documents/presentations for public circulation, filing, arranging meetings, receipting and balancing payments including cash, handling internal/external mail • Assist in projects relating to the work of the Section and any other duties as directed by the Relevant Head of Department • Undertake special/one-off tasks • Assist in the development of improved working practices in order to achieve improved service delivery • Participate in all fora/groups in which they are a member or are assigned • Ensure efficient administration and communication in relation to staff of LOETB to ensure staff have the information they need enabling them to make informed decisions • Assist with effectively promoting the values of LOETB and establishing a positive working culture and environment for all employees that supports the attainment of LOETB’s goals • Communicate efficiently and build productive working relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders • Represent the relevant departments at meetings as required • Research issues thoroughly, consult appropriately to gather all information needed on an issue • Carry out lawful orders of the Chief Executive • Carry out any other duties appropriate to the grade, which may be assigned from time to time. Competencies required: The person appointed to the above post will be required to show evidence of the following competencies: Team Work: • Shows respect for colleagues and co-workers • Develops and maintains good working relationships with others, sharing information and knowledge, as appropriate • Offers own ideas and perspectives • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play his/her part 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 • Draws appropriate conclusions from information • Suggests new ways of doing things better and more efficiently • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g. written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages etc 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 • Writes with correct grammar and spelling and draws reasonable conclusions from written instructions • Identifies and appreciates the urgency and importance of different tasks • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered • Is self-reliant and uses judgement on when to ask manager or colleagues for guidance 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 Specialist Knowledge, Expertise & Self Development: • Develops and maintains the skills and expertise required to perform in the role effectively, e.g. relevant technologies, IT systems, relevant policies etc. • Clearly understands the role, objectives and targets and how they fit into the work of the unit • Is committed to self-development and continuously seeks to improve personal performance 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, preserving in the face of challenges and setbacks • Is personally honest and trustworthy • At all times, act with integrity Selection Criteria Essential • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. • Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. • Be at least 17 years of age on or before the date of advertisement of the recruitment competition. Desirable • High level of experience and knowledge of the administrative function. • An excellent knowledge and skill in the use of ICT. The appointee will be expected to use new technologies as they arise. The appointee is also expected to continue to update his/her knowledge and skills in the area of ICT. • Very good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills. • Very good organisational skills and an ability to manage deadlines. • Ability to generate strong team morale, co-operation and participation. • Ability to process work with a high level of attention to detail. • Ability to prepare reports/returns or other submissions as may be required from time to time by the ETB, DES, SOLAS, Auditors and other appropriate organisations/bodies. • Ability to assist in the development and implementation of policies/procedures in the relevant departments. • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively. • Maximises the contribution of the team, providing support and working effectively with others. • Assists with effectively promoting the values of LOETB and establishes a positive working culture and environment in an organisation undergoing significant organisational and cultural change. • Upholds high standards of honesty, ethics and integrity. • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. • Fluent in Irish Language – desirable The above list is not exhaustive and may be varied having regard to the changing needs of the Scheme. Therefore, other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Executive. Terms & Conditions of Appointment • The appointment will be subject to the sanction of the Chief Executive. • The appointment will have a probationary period, details of which will be stipulated in the contract of employment. • Any offer will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references. • Appointment is to Laois & Offaly ETB as a whole, not to a particular centre. LOETB reserves the right to transfer Officers as the needs of the scheme dictates. • The person appointed to the post will be required to contribute to the relevant Superannuation Scheme. • For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for the successful candidate before they are appointed, to undergo at LOETB’s expense, a medical examination by a qualified practitioner nominated by LOETB. • External work may not be undertaken without the prior consent of LOETB. Sick Leave and Special Leave Sick leave and special leave may be allowed in accordance with the conditions in force for the time being for Officers employed under the Schemes of Education and Training Boards. Garda Vetting Laois & Offaly ETB is registered with the National Vetting Unit (NVU) which provides a disclosure service for organisations who have staff positions which may involve regular unsupervised access to children and vulnerable adults. As part of the Board’s recruitment and selection process, offers of employment to all posts will be subject to NVU disclosures, where applicable. LOETB reserves the right to re-vet all staff employed in positions that entail working with children and vulnerable adults at any time during their employment. Superannuation & Retirement The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil/Public Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie . Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attaching to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: • Pensionable Age: The minimum age at which pension is payable is 66 (retirement age is linked to State Pension Age) • Retirement Age: Scheme members must retire on reaching the age of 70. • Career average earnings are used to calculate benefits (a pension and lump sum amount accrue each year and are updated each year by reference to CPI). • Post retirement pension increases are linked to CPI. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during his/her re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil or Public Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER), the Department of Health Circular 7/2010 VER/VRS or the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular letter LG(P) 06/2013, any of which renders a person ineligible for the competition) the entitlement to that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements may, however be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. Department of Education Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers Circular 10/2007 The Department of Education introduced an Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers. It is a condition of the Early Retirement Scheme that with the exception of the situations set out in paragraphs 10.2 and 10.3 of the relevant circular documentation, and with those exceptions only, if a teacher accepts early retirement under Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this scheme and is subsequently employed in any capacity in any area of the public sector, payment of pension to that person under the scheme will immediately cease. Pension payments will, however, be resumed on the ceasing of such employment or on the person's 60th birthday, whichever is the later, but on resumption, the pension will be based on the person's actual reckonable service as a teacher (i.e. the added years previously granted will not be taken into account in the calculation of the pension payment). Exclusions Candidates should note that persons who have taken part in public service early retirement schemes including the following are not eligible to take part in this competition: Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in the Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position; Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for reemployment in the public health sector or in the wider public service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public funds. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is a period of 7 years, after which time any re-employment will require the approval of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. Persons who availed of either of these schemes are not eligible to take part in this competition. Ill Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health his/her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Pension Accrual A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e. non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. This 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Additional Superannuation Contribution This appointment is subject to the pension-related deduction in accordance with the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Act, 2009. Please note that from 1 January 2019 PRD will be replaced by an Additional Superannuation Contribution (ASC) in accordance with the Public Service Pay and Pensions Act 2017. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement, including schemes not specifically mentioned above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.
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Longford and Westmeath ETB are inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above vacancy. The successful candidate will assist a student to and from Mullingar Community College: (Start and return point is Mullingar Community College). Special Needs qualification and/or experience advantageous. A panel may also be formed for other vacancies in our post-primary schools during the 2026/2027 session. Full details are available by emailing recruitment@lwetb.ie . Completed application forms should be returned by email to recruitment@lwetb.ie not later than 13.00 hours on Wednesday 16th September 2026.
