Instructor / Supervisor

Salary: HSE Scale 6402

Help young adults take their next steps after school and into adult life.
Student Learning Service (SLC) is a school‑leaving service supporting young adults aged 18–35 with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities to build confidence, independence and real‑world skills. Our Service Users take part in learning, skills development and community‑based activities that support their move towards more independent lifestyles. Staff play a key role in encouraging growth, participation and choice while supporting individuals to achieve meaningful goals in everyday life.. Working hours will be Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

· To facilitate and implement a person-centered approach for our Clients appropriate to their wishes and goals

· To promote and protect the rights of people in a manner that respects their dignity, their right to make choices and their privacy

· To actively seek new interests and opportunities for people to develop meaningful roles in their communities

· To ensure the overall wellbeing of clients in all areas of their lives including health and personal care

· To assist in the teaching of life skills in cooking, budgeting, cleaning & building confidence

Requirements:

· Applicant must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or Foreign Equivalent (validated by QQI)

· Registered with the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU

OR

· Hold a CORU-Approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU Registration (evidence required)

OR

· Eligible for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU (evidence required)

Applicants must have:

· A passion for promoting and empowering those you support

· A team player wiling to lone work as well as working as part of a team

· A knowledge of the New Directions regulations/standards and relevant legislation

· Hold a full driving licence and have access to a car

· Minimum of 1 years’ post qualification experience of working with adults with intellectual disability is desirable

· Experience working with people with complex needs in a variety of different situations.

· Experience in dealing with responsive behaviour in a positive manner.

· Have excellent organisation and communication skills.

· Be enthusiastic, energetic and creative.

· Excellent personal & interpersonal skills.

· Excellent IT skills and report writing skills.

· Interest in activities and supports in the community.

· An ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet and responsible manner.

Sunbeam House Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer