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CAISLEÁN ÓIR, CHILDCARE, FULL DAY CARE, PRE-SCHOOL

AND AFTERSCHOOL

GLINSK COMMUNITY CHILDCARE CENTRE, GLINSK, VIA CASTLEREA, CO GALWAY 094 9655885 EMAIL glinskchildcare@gmail.com F45 PX24

Caisleán Óir, Glinsk Community Childcare is currently seeking an Assistant Manager for our créche

Assistant Manager - Full-Time Post

Reporting to the Crèche Manager, the successful candidate will form part of a team which provides childcare, pre-school and after-school services to the children that attend our centre. We operate from a modern, purpose-built community crèche in Glinsk Village. We pride ourselves on offering a children first best practice centre with a welcoming atmosphere. We provide both children and staff with a happy ‘home from home’ environment, full of adventure, love, and education. The Assistant Manager will have responsibility for sharing the management duties, including the day to day running of the crèche, and to lead and inspire the staff team with best practice standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly driven, experienced, motivated individual, with a successful track record within the childcare sector.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Support for further education and continuous professional development

• Childcare support

Qualifications and Skills

– Candidates must have the following:

• A minimum of QQI Level 6 in Childcare or equivalent.

• A minimum of 5 years in the childcare field.

• 2 years in a supervisory role within Childcare.

• A strong passion for the needs and development of the individual child.

• Garda vetting clearance (if successful)

• 2 validated references

• First Aid, Manual Handling and Child Protection is an advantage

Key Responsibilities of the Position:

• To support the Manager and the staff to work in accordance with the policies and procedures of the service and to always ensure best practices within the centre.

• To deputise for the manager in their absence.

• I.T. Skills (PIP & HIVE /NCS portal knowledge an advantage).

• Familiarise, maintain, and update all mandatory regulations as set out by Tusla.

• Ability to take responsibility to put in to affect all company policies, procedures, health, and safety/risk assessment as stipulated in the Childcare Regulations 2006. Help to maintain and update children’s records, financial records, staff records, and history of events of note such as accident and injury, illness, visits, and the signing in and out of children, staff and parents.

• Demonstrate effective People and Business Management skills with the confidence and skills to cover all business aspects of the role.

• Ensure the health and safety of the children and staff in our centre are always met.

• Promote and maintain positive relationships with all staff and families.

• Motivate and support the staff team.

• Display kindness, warmth, and responsiveness to the needs of children and parents.

• Be prompt and timely.

• Ensure rooms are kept clean and organised.

• Flexible and willing to substitute when required.

• Work as part of a team.

• Perform any other reasonable duties that may be assigned from time to time.

2 Early Years Educators

– Full-Time Posts

If you are looking for work in Childcare we would love to hear from you

Please email with a letter of application and C.V. to the Manager glinskchildcare@gmail.com by 5pm, Friday, March 13th, 2023

Glinsk Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunities employer

Shannon Lodge Nursing Home

Rooskey, Co. Roscommon

We require the following staff: EXPERIENCED STAFF NURSE

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANTS

Fetac Level 5 – Care of the elderly.

• Premium for Sundays and Bank Holidays.

• Free meals, tea and coffee.

• Paid lunch breaks.

• Pension Scheme facilitated.

• Cycle to work scheme available

Applications, including CVs can be emailed to: shannonlodgenh@gmail.com

Garda vetting and references will be required.

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FESSIONAL: Wanted to look after three children (two school-going) Monday to Friday in their own home. Excellent pay and benefits on offer, including a car and fuel. Must have full, clean drivers licence and be trained in first aid. Ballyhaunis / Castlerea area. Contact Sarah on (087) 9459052.

McMANUS

Evelyn

Athlone Road, Roscommon Town

Who passed away on the 1st March 2014 (9th Anniversary)

CONNAUGHTON Thomas

Sandfield, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon (8th Anniversary)

In loving memory of Thomas who passed away on the 13th February 2015

KEEGAN Bridie

Muff, Castlecoote, Roscommon (25th Anniversary)

Neary

Willie & Una Grange, Four Mile House.

(5th Anniversary) (28th Anniversary)

Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.

Always treasured with love by her husband, Noel, daughters Deirdre, Rebecca and Judith.

Nonpareil. N.

Will those who think of Thomas today, a little prayer to Jesus say.

Forever in our hearts. Sadly missed by his brothers, sisters, brother-inlaw, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives and friends.

Anniversary Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Saturday, 4th March at 7pm.

GANNON

Stephen Carnagh, Kiltoom

Athlone, Co. Roscommon. (12th Anniversary)

In loving memory of our dear Aunt Bridie who passed away on 6th March 1998

Our hearts are full of memories, with pride we speak your name. Although life goes on without you, it will never be the same. Those special days will not return, when we were all together, but with love and memories in our hearts, you will walk with us forever.

Sadly missed by her nephews Canon Joe, Kevin, niece Moria, niece-in-law Bernie, nephew-in-law Christy and grandnieces and grandnephews.

Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday, 5th March at 11.30 am in the Church of the Assumption, Castlecoote.

Mannion

In loving memory of our dear parents Una who died on 6th March, 2018 and Willie who died on 15th June 1995

We hold you close within our hearts, and there you shall remain. To walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again. So Rest in Peace dear loved ones, and thanks for all you’ve done. May God grant you the place, you have truly won. Always remembered and sadly missed by their loving family. Anniversary Mass will be held in St. Brigid’s Church, Four Mile House on Sunday, 2nd April at 11am.

Finan

Thomas

(1st Anniversary)

In loving memory of Thomas Finan, Brenamore, Loughglynn, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon who died on 24th February, 2022 R.I.P.

Hegarty

Johnnie

Glinsk, Castlerea, Co. Galway (7th Anniversary)

In loving memory of Johnnie who passed away on the 1st March 2016 R.I.P.

GERAGHTY (née Doherty)

Noreen

Moneymore, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon

Who passed away on the 2nd February 2022 R.I.P

The sons, daughters, daughters-in-law and sons-in-law, grandchildren, sister and extended family of the late Noreen Geraghty wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all who sympathised with us on the sudden death of our dear devoted mother, beloved sister and treasured grandmother.

We are deeply grateful to all who called to our home, attended the Wake, Requiem Mass and Burial. We would like to thank all who travelled long distances, telephoned, sent mass cards, left messages on RIP.ie and all who prayed for Noreen in her final days. To all our wonderful relatives, neighbours and friends who helped in every way possible, providing food, refreshments, assisted with the parking and anything that was needed.

A very special thank you to Fr. Donal Morris and Fr. Ray Milton for your prayers and concelebration of Noreen’s Funeral Mass. To Fr. Morris, your Eulogy, friendship and kind words provided comfort to us during this difficult time.

In loving memory of Stephen who died 7th March 2011

No longer in our lives to share but in our hearts, you are always there.

Anniversary Mass for Stephen and deceased family members of the Gannon family will be held in St. John’s Church, Lecarrow on Friday, 24th March at 7pm.

James (Jimmy)

Grove House, Kiltoom, Athlone (3rd Anniversary) a laugh, a joke, a time to care, a wonderful nature, kind and true, these are the memories we have of you.

In loving memory of Jimmy Mannion who passed away on March 9th, 2020 R.I.P.

The blow was hard, the shock severe, to part with one we loved so dear. Our loss is great, we’ll not complain, but trust in God, to meet again.

Our family chain is broken, nothing seems the same, but as God calls us, one by one, the links shall join again.

Loved and sadly missed by his mother Mary and family.

Loved, remembered and sadly missed by your wife Kathleen and all your family.

Anniversary Mass in St. Michaels’ Church, Glinsk on Sunday, 5th March at 10am.

Thanks to Noreen’s neighbours, friends and members of Violet Hill ICA for providing a Guard of Honour. Thanks to our neighbours and friends who prepared her final resting place.

Thank you to Pat Smyth for your care, professionalism and understanding in handling all the arrangements. To the parish choir, the servers who took part in the Funeral Mass, thank you.

Thank you to Ursula and staff in Hannon’s Hotel who provided meal and refreshments. To Anne Harlow, thank you for the flower arrangements.

Thanks to Dr. John Keenan and staff of the Medical Centre, Roscommon, the Nurses and Doctors in the CICU in Galway University Hospital who cared for Noreen during her final days and showed us such compassion and kindness, we are truly grateful.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere deep appreciation and gratitude and that you remember Noreen in your prayers. The Holy Sacrifice of Mass will be offered for your kind intentions.

Sadly missed along life’s way quietly remembered every day. No longer in our life to share but in our hearts, he’s always there

Forever loved and sadly missed by the Mannion family and friends.

Anniversary Mass will be held in The Church of the Risen Christ, Ballybay, Kiltoom on Sunday, March 5th at 11.30am.

Anniversary Mass in Loughglynn Church on Sunday, 12th March, 2023 at 11.30am.

Noreen’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Saturday, 4th March at 7pm.

FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES

DEVINE Christy Creemully, Castlecoote, Co. Roscommon

Who passed away 7th October 2022.

As we remember Christy, Mona, Paddy, Fr. Liam, niece, nephews and extended family wish to thank you all who sympathised and supported us on our great loss. To all who attended the Funeral Home, Mass and Burial and who travelled long distances to be with us. Thanks to all who sent mass cards, enrolment cards, sympathy cards, letters, flowers and messages of condolence on R.I.P.ie. To our kind friends and neighbours who brought refreshments, to our home and helped in any way.

Thanks to Bishop Kevin Doran for his condolences. The priests Fr. Christopher and Fr. Pravin who came and concelebrated the Funeral Mass. Sean and Margaret for the beautiful music and hymns, our sacristans, readers and eucharistic ministers.

Thanks to Fuerty G.A.A club for the Guard of HonourThe Garda escort and the stewarts.

Thanks to all who cared for Christy - Dr. Harrison and Dr. Crosby and staff, Portiuncula and Roscommon Hospitals - Christy’s carers and Public Health NursesRoscommon Primary Care and Palliative Care Services. Ambulance team, McGuinness Pharmacy and Sonas Nursing Home, Cloverhill for their kindness in his last days.

Thanks to Smyth’s Funeral Directors for their professional service, Jimmy and Brian for preparing the grave and the Abbey Hotel for the nice meal.

As it is impossible to thank everybody individually we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our gratitude.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Martin

Francie and John Bushfield, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. (3rd and 21st Anniversaries)

Brennan

Claire

(9th Anniversary)

In loving memory of Claire, Lisgobbin, Roscommon who passed away on 4th March 2014.

SHALLY Paddy (James)

Tonlagee, Roscommon. In loving memory of Paddy who passed away on the 06th of March 2022. (1st Anniversary)

MENTON Bridgetta

Curraghboy, Athlone. Co. Roscommon (3rd Anniversary)

Your memories are so precious, your presence missed so much. You will always be remembered and loved by all of us.

Lovingly remembered and missed by Anne, Teresa, Noel, David and families.

Anniversary Mass in Ballinaheglish Church on Sunday, 5th March at 11am.

Softly the leaves of memory fall, gently we gather and treasure them all.

Lovingly remembered by her husband Sean, daughters Lorraine and Alma, sons John and Gary, granddaughter Laura, John’s partner Jannette, brothers, sisters, relatives and friends.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday, March 5th at 11.30am in Strokestown Parish Church.

GAVIN

Marianne

Late of Creggs and Ballygar (1st Anniversary)

Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard but always near still loved, still missed and very near.

Deeply loved, sadly missed and always remembered by his wife Mary, family and grandchildren.

Paddy’s First Anniversary Mass will take place on Sunday, the 5th of March at 11am at St. Brigid’s Parish Church, Four-Mile-House.

Neilan

Paddy

Lough Ree Park, Ballyleague and Castlecoote, Co. Roscommon

Bridge Of Love

There is a bridge of memory, from earth to Heaven above. It keeps you always near us, it’s called the Bridge of Love. May you always walk in sunshine and God’s love around you flow, for happiness you gave us, no one will ever know. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

In loving memory of Marianne Gavin who passed away on 1st March 2022.

We hold you close within our hearts and there you shall remain, to walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

So rest in peace dear Marianne and thanks for all you’ve done we pray that God has given you the crown you’ve truly won.

Forever loved and remembered by her daughters, husband, family, relatives and friends.

Marianne’s Anniversary Mass will take place in St. Mary’s Church, Kilbegnet, Creggs on Sunday, 5th March at 11.30am.

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In loving memory of Paddy, who passed away on the 6th of March 2020 (3rd Anniversary)

It doesn’t take a special day, to bring you to our minds. For days without a thought of you, are very hard to find. You always did your best, your heart was true and tender. You simply lived for those you loved, and those you loved remember.

Loved and very sadly missed by his wife Bernadette, sons Darren, Patrick and Michael, daughters Michelle and Sarah, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, brother, sisters and families.

Anniversary Mass will be held in Ballyleague Church on Sunday, 5th March at 11am.

Loved and remembered by her parents Gerard and Caroline, her sister Edel, her brothers Thomas and Eoin, her extended family and loyal friends.

Anniversary Mass in St. Brigids Church, Curraghboy on Sunday, 12th March at 10am.

CARR Michael

Caldra, Strokestown, (22nd Anniversary)

Gone are the days we used to share but in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memory will never close, we miss you more than anyone knows. With tender love and deep regret, we who love you will never forget.

Always loved, Genevieve, Emma, Ruth, Michael, Fergal and James.

Removal, Funeral and Burial.

A word of thanks to the staff at Beaumont and Mullingar Hospitals for the treatment and care given to Eileen especially in her final days.

A special word of thanks to all those who participated in the Mass, especially Fr. Larry, the readers, musicians Teresa Costello and Sean Sweeney and finally, Smyth Funeral Directors, for their sensitive and professional handling of the arrangments.

To all who helped in any way, your contribution will always be remembered. It is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Eileen’s First Anniversary Mass on Saturday, 4th March at 7pm in Church of The Holy Rosary, Ballyleague.

In Memory of Eileen O’Hara (1st Anniversary)

Cloontuskert, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon. Friends are the family we get to choose. I thank God Eileen and I chose each other. Rest in Peace my beautiful friend, you are always in my thoughts and your love in my heart. Love as always, Dee.

Thanksgivings

PRAYER

Lord Jesus by faith in your merits, I now take your precious blood and sprinkle it over myself and my family. Right from the crown of my head to the very soles of my feet. I claim total and complete protection for my life and my family. Lord Jesus, keep me free today from evil, sin and temptation. Satan’s attacks and afflictions, fear of darkness, fear of man, sickness, disease, doubts, anger, all calamities and from all that is not of thy kingdom. Fill me Lord Jesus with the gift of your Holy Spirit and grant me the gifts of wisdom. So that I will live today in your glory by doing that which is right. I praise you, Jesus. I thank you, Jesus. I love you, Jesus. I adore you, Jesus.

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Holy Spirit you who makes me see everything and shows me the way to reach my ideals. You who gives me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me. And you who are in all instances of my life with me, I in this short dialogue I want to thank you for everything and affirm once more that I never want to be separated from you, no matter how great the material desire may be. I want to be with you and my loved ones in your perpetual Glory. ( mention your request) Thank you Holy Spirit for your love towards me and to my loved ones. Amen. This prayer should be said for 6 consecutive days. After the 3rd day the request will be granted, no matter how difficult it may be. While making the request, one must either 1. Promise to publish on granting of the favour. 2. Promise to circulate copies of it to as many people as possible. O.R.

Prayer To The Blessed Virgin

O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. E.B.

THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER

Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. E.O.B.

UNFAILING NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. ANTHONY

Oh Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so, you are the ‘Saint of Miracles’. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Publication promised for a great favour received. E.O.B.

PRAYER FOR A

Special Request

Pray for 3 days. Publish on the 3rd day. See what will happen on the 4th day. Oh! Dear Mother of God, Our Lady of Conception Aparecida! Oh! Saint Rita of Cassia and Saint Jude worker of miracles and helper of impossible causes pray for me. Saint Expedite, Saint of urgent causes. Saint Edwiges the Saint of the needy, you know how desperate I feel, please ask Jesus to help me. (Here mention your request). May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored and glorified for ever. Pray 1 Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be... Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. E.B.

PRAYER TO ST. EXPEDITE

For urgent need...

Our dear martyr and protector, Saint Expedite, you who know what is necessary and what is urgently needed. I beg you to intercede before the Holy Trinity, that by your grace my request will be granted. (Clearly express what you want and ask him to find a way to get it to you.) May I receive your blessings and favours. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen. If Saint Expedite grants your request, place fresh flowers beside his statue in your home or in the church. Also place an ad in the newspaper thanking Saint Expedite, so that his name and fame will grow. S.C.

PRAYER TO ST. EXPEDITE

For urgent need...

Our dear martyr and protector, Saint Expedite, you who know what is necessary and what is urgently needed. I beg you to intercede before the Holy Trinity, that by your grace my request will be granted. (Clearly express what you want and ask him to find a way to get it to you.) May I receive your blessings and favours. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen. If Saint Expedite grants your request, place fresh flowers beside his statue in your home or in the church. Also place an ad in the newspaper thanking Saint Expedite, so that his name and fame will grow. M.K.