Special Feeds Unit Assistant

The purpose of this post is to work with all staff in the Special Feeds Unit in providing the highest standard of quality and service with regard to safe preparation and distribution of prescribed feeds.

The successful candidate may be required to work across CHI sites and services in line with organisational requirements and the development of the new children’s hospital and associated services.

Essential Criteria:

· Leaving Certificate or Equivalent or QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or Early Childhood Care and Education.

· Food Safety & HACCP Level 2

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Monday,12th October 2026 by 23:45 pm.

Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Sinéad Moran, Special feeds Unit Manager Temple Street, sinead.moran@childrenshealthireland.ie or Irene Black, Clinical Specialist, Special Feeds Unit Crumlin, irene.black@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Victoria Gsamelova at Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 & 2027 for your information Only:

· 7thDecember 2026

· 4thJanuary 2027

· 8thFebruary 2027