Knowledge Manager - Grade VI

Ballymun Road, Dublin, IrelandPart\-time, Permanent€ 58,477 \- 71,442 Fluent EnglishClosing date: June 16, 2026 11:00 AM
Who We Are
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St. Michael’s House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area. It supports 1,953 people and this has an impact on thousands of family members. St. Michael’s House is a company funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA and the Department of Education and Skills. (Figures from 1st May 2021\). St. Michael’s House supports include; Residential supports and Independent
Skills and attributes
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Excellent IT skills including strong proficiency in MS Word \& Excel

5 years experience managing a library or information service

Description
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Knowledge Manager – Learning Resource Centre and Library

Grade VI Permanent Part\-Time (21hours per week)

We are seeking a motivated and values\-driven individual to manage and develop a small, inclusive resource and library service within a disability support setting.

This role offers a unique opportunity to support staff, service users, and families by providing access to accessible information, learning resources, and evidence\-based materials that enhance quality of care and promote person\-centred practice.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting service delivery in line with standards set by the Health Information and Quality Authority, the Health Service Executive, and the SMH Strategic Plan.

ABOUT:

St. Michael’s House (SMH) provides services and support to people with disabilities, primarily with intellectual disabilities (ID) and/or Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and their families and supporters in the greater Dublin area. Currently, we provide a range of services and supports to over 2300 service users, including 1366 children with complex needs. We employ over 1800 staff across a range of roles and grades; direct support workers, social care workers and leaders, persons in charge, nurses, doctors, managers, clinical staff, administration, ICT, transport, education and training and maintenance. (See www.smh.ie).

Essential Requirements for this post are:

• A relevant third\-level qualification (minimum Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in Library \& Information Studies, Information Management, Assistive Technology, Records Management, or a related discipline


• At least 5 years' experience managing a library or information service in a healthcare, disability, or educational setting


• Experience supporting access to learning or information resources.


• Knowledge of data protection and information governance requirements


• Organised, self\-motivated, and able to work independently


• Committed to person\-centred and inclusive practice


• An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills


• Comfortable supporting a wide range of users with diverse needs


• Highly competent in IT systems and digital resources

• Relevant qualifications and L 7, 8 or 9


• Experience supporting families in accessing and using resources


• Knowledge of accessible information formats and assistive technologies


• Experience supporting service users in relation to accessibility and assistive technology


• Familiarity with Health Information and Quality Authority standards


• Experience supporting evidence\-based practice or research activities

• Opportunity to work in a modern, inclusive and friendly environment.


• Opportunity to work with an innovative social care college


• Continuous education and career pathway development.


• Pension and Sick Pay Scheme.


• Work/Life balance (hybrid working)


• Free on\-site parking.


• Employee well\-being supports.


• Cycle to Work Scheme.

Salary Scale: The successful candidate will be paid in line with the June 2026 HSE Consolidated Grade VI 7 point pay scale €58,477 – €71,442

Applicants without public sector experience will be placed on point 1 of the pay scale.

Closing date forreceiptof completed applications 16th June 2026 at 5pm

Shortlisting will occur the week of the 15th June 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note that a six\-month panel from this competition will form from which future vacancies may be filled.

St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer

Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them.

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