Relief General Operative - Bundoran (Casual Relief)
Location: Bundoran, Co. Donegal
Salary range: €15.40 per hour; paid monthly
Experience: minimum education requirement of leaving certificate
Closing date: Wed, 10 Jun 2026
Description:
SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas.
The Role:
We are currently looking to recruit a Relief General Operative (Casual Relief contract) to join our Children & Family team in Bundoran - Ozanam House Residential, CO. Donegal. The purpose of this role is to provide relief cover for the SVP Ozanam House Residential Unit staff, covering periods of sick leave or annual leave of staff throughout the year. The overall objective of the General Operative - Relief is to assist and support the residents of SVP Ozanam House Residential Unit, promote the physical, emotional and intellectual well-being of the residents. This job will require flexible day working , and rotation to night shifts as required.
The General Operative will help to provide and maintain the best quality and standard of care possible in accordance with the SVP Ozanam House philosophy. In order that the Management of the SVP Ozanam House Residential Unit may maintain a safe and secure environment for the residents and staff alike, the General Operative will support and assist in the provision of a clean, comfortable, safe and secure environment in the house.
This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community.
Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required
Education
• A minimum education requirement of leaving certificate is essential.
• Additional training or qualifications in healthcare, social care or care of the elderly would be an advantage.
• Current First Aid Training qualification is an advantage
Experience
• Experience of working with the elderly or this age group in general would be an advantage.
• Experience of working in the community/ voluntary sector would be an advantage.
Skills
• Be empathic, caring and enjoy working to support the elderly.
• Have great interpersonal skills with the ability to relate well to people.
• Possess good listening and communication skills.
• Be tactful and have the ability to deal with sensitive issues.
• Enjoy working in a team, be supportive and have a flexible approach to your work tasks.
Knowledge
• Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values.
• Knowledge of needs and issues of older members of our community.
• An empathy towards the welfare and wellbeing of the elderly.
Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Relief General Operative - Job Desctiption 05.2026 Bundoran.pdf
If you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland’s best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'.
Appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications.
SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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