Job Opportunity

Role: Community Employment Supervisor

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Contract Hours: 39 Hours per week

Cheshire Service: Ardeen Cheshire Services

Address: Shillelagh, Arklow, Co. Wicklow

We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for supporting people.

About Cheshire Ireland

Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need. More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/

What you will do

As CE Supervisor you will ensure the effective and efficient management and co-ordination of the human, financial and material resources of up to 17 participants on our CE Project based on site in Ardeen Cheshire Home, Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow working closely with the Sponsoring Committee to maximise opportunities for participants through training and development towards long term employment or further education.

Key Responsibilities

In conjunction with Cheshire Ireland's Head of Finance and the Finance Department, you will:

Administer and maintain DSP accounts and budgets, including payroll.

Prepare and monitor monthly claims for materials and training through Welfare Partners.

Liaise with the nominated accountant regarding end-of-year accounts.

Ensure all CE scheme accounts are prepared annually for audit purposes in line with DSP requirements.

Assist on yearly audits.

Apply for new projects every three years.

In conjunction with Cheshire Ireland's Management, you will:

Provide development and training opportunities for 17 participants.

Undertake ongoing supervision and support for participants in relation to accessing further employment and development opportunities.

Devise individual learning plans (ILPs) for all participants, together with Cheshire Ireland line managers, to ensure the goal of gaining relevant experience and qualifications for long-term employment is achieved.

Source QQI and other accredited training courses.

Review ILPs regularly and update records on Welfare Partners.

Prepare work schedules for participants in conjunction with line managers.

Ensure all materials and equipment required for work schedules are in place for participants.

Install and manage an effective timekeeping record system for participants on the scheme.

Essential Candidate Requirements

A solid understanding of the role of a CE Supervisor in relation to project management and programme delivery.

Demonstrated responsibility, commitment, and motivation to achieve the objectives of the CE Programme.

Minimum of three years' relevant supervisory and people management experience.

Proven competency in one or more of the following areas: Business/Financial Administration, Communication & Interpersonal Skills, Training, Human Resources, People Management, ICT Skills (e.g., Microsoft Office), and Payroll.

Note: While a major third-level qualification (NFQ Level 6 or higher) is desirable, it is not mandatory.

Proficiency in ICT (e.g., MS Office) is essential.

Ability to work under the direction of the Sponsoring Organisation to implement the CE Programme in line with CE Operational Procedures.

Strong ability to direct, motivate, coach, and mentor jobseekers.

English language level: B1 – Intermediate (desirable).

Full, clean Category B driving licence with access to own transport.

Attend Cheshire Ireland Training when requested.

Why work for Cheshire Ireland.

Flexibility in working hours.

Induction and ongoing training.

On Site Office facilities

Free Parking.

Benefits of working with Cheshire Ireland.

Company Pension Scheme.

Employee assistance programme.

A Panel may be formed for upcoming positions from this recruitment.

Successful candidate will commence at Point 1 of the CE Supervisor Salary scale, i.e.: €714.62pw

Closing Date: - 29th of August @5pm

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Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.

All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau

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