Job Opportunity
Role: AdministratorContract Type: SPC (Specified Purpose Contract)Contract Hours: 26.5 Hours per weekCheshire Service: Ardeen Cheshire ServiceAddress: Shillelagh, 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 engaging with the people we support daily.
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/careers
What We Do
We provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and wellbeing. Our services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services. The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people we support.
How We Work
Our services are based on clear principles of supporting people “one person at a time”. As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights‑based, person‑centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
General office administration duties including managing reception area, managing incoming phone calls, emails and post and providing general administrative support to the Office Manager and Executive Team.
Oversight of management of stationery and office supplies and equipment; setting up training rooms for meetings, including organising refreshments and lunch as required.
Booking hotel accommodation for staff and external meeting rooms as required.
Raising purchase orders on the PO software system.
Who We Are Looking For
At least 2 years’ experience in an office administration role.
Excellent computer skills, especially in Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Great interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) and demonstrable ability to communicate and build positive relationships with all stakeholders.
Knowledge of Softworks and Payroll is an advantage.
Good problem‑solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities, complete work within required timeframes and manage stakeholder expectations.
Will have a current driver’s licence, own vehicle, and be willing to travel on occasion for work.
Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential.
Good standard of verbal and written English.
Willing to embrace change and committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
Committed to the principles of rights‑based, person‑centred services.
Why Work for Us
Flexibility in working hours.
€33,992.79 to €48,625.55 annually (DOE).
Career opportunities.
Induction and ongoing training.
Free parking.
Benefits
Sick pay benefit.
Company pension scheme.
Maternity benefit.
Bike/cycle to work scheme.
Employee assistance programme.
Death in service benefit for pension members.
Employee referral bonus.
Closing Information
Closing date: 9th of June 2026 @5pm.
Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.
All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and must provide security clearance for each jurisdiction in which they have resided outside the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for 6 months or more from the date of their 16th birthday.
www.cheshire.ie Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
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