Administration/Receptionist (Grade III) Goatstown HQ
Part -Time - 30 hours per week
St. Michael's House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. St. Michael’s House is committed to providing individualised supports to people so that they can enjoy experiences, opportunities, and lifestyles similar to their peers.
A vacancy now exists for an Administrator/Receptionist – Part-Time Permanent (30-hour week). The overall purpose of the position is to provide comprehensive administrative and reception support as required. Staff are expected to be flexible and where the exigencies of the services dictate, staff will be expected to work in any of the administrative functions as required by the management.
Candidate must have:
- Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent IT skills including strong proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
- A proven ability to prioritise a busy work load and meet deadlines.
- Excellent typing skills, accuracy and good telephone/communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Flexibility.
- An ability to be highly professional and confidential in all dealings with staff, families and service users.
- A proven ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.
Applicants must have one of the following:
- Obtained at least grade D (or pass) in Higher or Ordinary Level in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Leaving Certificate Applied.
Or
- Passed an examination of at least equivalent standard
Or
- Satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills
And
- Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and administrative ability, for the proper discharge of the role.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience in a similar role in the health and social care field.
Salary Scale:
Successful candidates will be in line with March 2025 HSE revised consolidated Clerical Officer Grade – Grade III; point 1; €30,810 – point 15; €47,948 per annum based on working a 35-hour week or pro rata part-time.
New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.
Benefits of working in St Michael's House
- HSE Pay Scale (incremental*)
- Premium Payments (Frontline staff)
- Sick Pay Scheme
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Pension
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Generous Annual Leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Training / CPD
- Career Progression
Closing date: 26th of August at 5:00 pm
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 8th of Sept 2025
To apply:·
1. A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.
2. A short cover letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position Administration/Receptionist with St. Michael’s House.
- Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Informal enquires to Yvonne Kelly – yvonne.kelly@smh.ie or (087) 443 1960.
Job offer is subject to approval under the process of funded posts in Disability Services in the HSE and Section 38 Agencies.
St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.