Compliance & Audit Officers Fixed Term

Compliance and Audit Officer

2 Fixed Term Positions

Horizons is looking to a recruit 2 enthusiastic and motivated Compliance and Audit Officers on a fixed term basis for a period of 2 years.

The successful candidates will have responsibility for leading out on Horizons internal HIQA Regulation 23 audit processes which will assist in ensuring the quality and safety of services for the people we support and staff and to continuously improve the quality of care we deliver.

Position: Compliance and Audit Officer

Grade: Grade VI (Clerical)

Location: The Atrium Blackpool Retail Park and various Horizon locations

Employment type and Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week

Salary: Grade VI (Clerical) 7-point scale:

65363 LSIs

New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (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.

* Requirements for all applicants:

Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition:

(i) Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE TUSLA other statutory health agencies or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004

Or

(ii) Have obtained a pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination including Mathematics and English or Irish1 .

Candidates should have obtained at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects in that examination. Or (iii) Have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction

Or

(iv) Hold a comparable and relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland (QQI)

AND

• Have not less than five years post registration experience to include a minimum of three years experience in a management or supervisory role in the area of health or social care.
• An academic award in Quality Safety Risk Management or Clinical Governance in Social and Healthcare at level 8 (or higher) on the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework or equivalent or an academic award at a level 8 or higher and a willingness to undertake further relevant education and training.
• Have experience of auditing against regulations and standards.
• Have an in-depth understanding of HIQA National Standards for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities.
• Have a good understanding of Horizons Policies Procedures Protocols and Guidelines (PPPGs).
• Possess proficient IT Skills including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to analyse and interrogate data to present to Management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Have an ability to work independently and work effectively as part of a team; contributing and supporting colleagues to achieve team goals.
• Possess good communication skills with an ability to engage in a supportive and learning manner with Persons in Charge and Managers.
• Hold a clean Full Drivers Licence and use of vehicle for work is essential.
• Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland and hold up to date valid employment permissions.
• Relevant experience in nursing or social care is an advantage.

Informal enquiries may be made to Debbie O Donovan on Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application.

Completed application forms must be completed no later than Monday 1st of December 2025.

A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future temporary Compliance and Audit Officer positions that may arise across all areas managed by Horizons. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.

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