Administration Worker - Roots of Empathy Location

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1 Title of Post Administration Worker - Roots of Empathy Location Loughlinstown Co. Dublin with some travel. Employment Type Part Time (10 hrs) and Fixed Term contract to June The hours will be worked over 2-3 days per week. *The role is starting in Mid August 2015* Salary 5,640-10,091 lsi Contact Person Susana Nunez on To apply, application to susana.nunez@barnardos.ie Postal address for applications Susana Nunez, Roots of Empathy Barnardos Loughlinstown Health Centre Loughlinstown Co. Dublin. Closing Date 5pm on Friday 22 nd May 2015 Interview Date Wednesday 3 rd June 2015 Experience Required Qualifications Required Minimum of one year s direct relevant experience essential. Similar experience in a school setting or charity sector desirable. Junior Cert or equivalent minimum level of education. To progress to point 2 on the scale a working ability in IT Systems, word processing and finance skills are essential. Application Procedure Applicants should complete the Application Form and it to the contact person listed above or complete it and post it to the postal address above before the closing date. Shortlisting will apply Candidates who are moved to the 2 nd stage of our Recruitment process are required to complete a medical questionnaire and a Garda Vetting Form. References will be taken up at this stage. Note to Applicants Persons who have availed of the 2010 Voluntary Early Retirement, 2010 Voluntary Redundancy or the previous Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement from the Department of Health are not eligible for employment in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. Where Voluntary Redundancy was availed of this prohibition will last for a period of 7 years. These prohibitions also apply in relation to a Contract for Service with Barnardos. Applicants should confirm what terms are applicable to them in their own circumstances

2 Information Note for the Roots of Empathy project Name of the Project: Location: Roots of Empathy Loughlinstown Early Years service, Loughlinstown drive, Dun Laoghaire,Co.Dublin wit h some travel. Contact details: What is Barnardos? Barnardos supports children whose well being is under threat, by working with them, their families and communities and by campaigning for the rights of children. Barnardos was established in Ireland in 1962 and is Irelands leading Children s charity. What does the Roots of Empathy project do? Roots of Empathy is an evidence-based programme that has shown significant effect in reducing levels of aggression among school children by raising social/emotional competence and increasing empathy. At the heart of the programme are a neighbourhood baby and parent who visit the classroom every three weeks over the school year. A trained Roots of Empathy Instructor coaches students to observe the baby's development and to label the baby's feelings. In this experiential learning, the baby is the "Teacher", which the instructor uses to help children identify and reflect on their own feelings and the feelings of others. Barnardos was chosen as the Lead Agency to manage the delivery of Roots of Empathy in Ireland (with the exception of county Donegal where the HSE West is the lead agency). Barnardos began its pilot programme in 2011 and the programme is currently operating in over 65 classes across Ireland. Where does the work take place: ROE works nationwide. Who do we work with? Barnardos staff locally, regionally and nationally. Roots of Empathy national and international office, statutory, voluntary and community agencies. school principals, class teachers and other school personnel and Roots of Empathy families. Where can I find out more about Roots of Empathy? or

Administration Worker Job Description Post: Location: Responsible to: Works with: Administration Worker Roots of Empathy,Programme run nationwide.

3 Administration Worker Job Description Post: Location: Responsible to: Works with: Administration Worker Roots of Empathy,Programme run nationwide. (role physically based in Loughlinstown Early Years service, Co. Dublin with some travel). Project Leader Project Leader, Roots of Empathy international office, other Barnardos staff and other stake holders as appropriate Job Purpose To provide an efficient and flexible administrative support service to the project in an integrated way with the wider organisation. Core Job Requirements To respond in an efficient friendly and appropriate manner to all communications with the office i.e. post, , telephone and fax and in person. To provide administrative support to the service utilising relevant IT packages, ensuring documents are presented and formatted to a high standard. To maintain an up to date and effective filing system. To maintain an efficient, accurate and up to date financial, Human Resource and stock/ inventory recording system as appropriate. To gather information statistics and prepare reports as required, including administration of databases as appropriate to the role. To supervise students and volunteers where necessary and to ensure they are aware of all Barnardos policies and compile placement reports as appropriate. To be vigilant to any concerns regarding the protection and welfare of children and to bring them to the attention of your designated person in a timely manner, in keeping with the Barnardos Child Protection policy. Requirements specific to the post

4 Receiving, responding, recording and collating expressions of interests from potential schools, instructors and volunteers. Ordering of training/programme materials - organising of shipping, delivery and dissemination of same across all sites. Administration support for the recruitment of new Instructors. Supporting site visits/demonstration classes. Assisting with the planning of annual training and annual baby celebrations in a number of venues nationally (booking venues, sending out invitations, etc). Requirements of all Barnardos staff Commitment to the purpose of Barnardos and to work within the values, policies and procedures of the organisation and in the context of current legislation and regulations To participate in regular supervision with your line manager To actively participate in team and staff meetings and service reviews/ evaluations and to contribute to the development of policy and practice with your area of work and within Barnardos as a whole To report any area of concern to your line manager in a timely manner To show reasonable flexibility in relation to hours of attendance 1 to meet the needs of the work. Work during unsocial hours may be required. Have a flexible approach to the work in response to organisational change, development and review of best practice. Participate in and engage with a performance management programme. Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in training opportunities appropriate to the role To be vigilant to any Health, Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager or local Health and Safety Officer. To participate in the efficient flow of information within the organisation by sharing and seeking information as appropriate To undertake other duties as may be requested by the line manager from time to time To undertake your work in a manner that is friendly, flexible and informal.

5 Administration Worker Person Specification Personal attributes Good communications and interpersonal skills Awareness of confidentiality and the ability to deal with sensitive queries Teamwork required and the ability to work in collaboration with others Ability to work on own initiative and to consult where appropriate Ability to prioritise competing demand Flexibility and adaptability in terms of tasks and time is essential for this post. Experience Minimum of one year s direct relevant experience essential. Similar experience in a school setting or charity sector desirable. Qualifications Junior Cert or equivalent minimum level of education. To progress to point 2 on the scale a working ability in IT Systems, word processing and finance skills are essential. Access to use of a car essential as some travel is required.

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