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Room Leader
The ROOM LEADER / Early Years Educator will participate in the development, planning and delivery of the daily operational running of the Early Years’ service in line with the Childcare Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations (2016), thus ensuring the Health Welfare and Development of the child is paramount at all times. Ideal candidates will possess a minimum QQI Level 6 for Childcare Educators and have a genuine love for working with young children. We are looking for creative, caring and energetic staff that have excellent communication and teamwork skills while being committed to providing a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment. 21 days annual leave per year plus three additional company allocated days Staff uniform provided Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative
Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative - Clarecare Killaloe - 3 days per week Date closes: 09 October 2026 Clarecare is a professional accredited social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of person-centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 58 years. Current services include Family Support, Older Person Services and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Our Mission: is to provide person-centred services to individuals and families within our communities. Our Vision: is to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential. Our Core Values : • Collaborate • Accountability • Respect • Empathy • Trust JOB DESCRIPTION – MINI-BUS DRIVER – KILLALOE DAY CENTRETITLE: Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative ROLE: Working under the guidance of the Day Centre Manager (in conjunction with the Operations Manager – Day Centres), the Mini-Bus Driver will support the provision of a high quality, effective and efficient person-centred care to clients in receipt of day care. OBJECTIVE: This is a part-time permanent contract of employment working 3 days per week, to assist with the delivery of a Day Centre Service at Clarecare’s Day Centre facility in Killaloe, Co. Clare for up to 20 older persons on a daily basis. Clarecare is committed to assisting members of our community to retain their independence. Using our own minibuses, we provide a door-to-door service with pick up and return to clients’ homes or pre-arranged allocated destinations. The selected candidate will be an essential member of our team, providing care, interacting with/ transporting clients (who include the frail, the aged and people with disabilities) to and from the Centre and Club outings. JOB RELATIONS: The Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative will report to the Day Centre Manager and work closely with other Day Centre staff members e.g. General Healthcare Assistants/Multi-task Assistants, Volunteers, etc. The Mini-Bus Driver & General Operative will also be part of the wider Older Persons Services Team in Clarecare. JOB LOCATION: The position offered is based in Clarecare’s Killaloe Centre at Hill Road, Killaloe, Co. Clare but location may change based on operational requirements. Remote/Hybrid Working does not apply to this role. DAYS/HOURS OF WORK: Open to negotiation – minimum 3 days per week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of 22.5 hours per week including breaks. Daily Work Hours: 9.00 a.m. – 4:30pm You are required to be flexible regarding your start/finish time / work hours and work days per week to meet the operational requirements of this evolving Service. Work days/work hours are subject to change. SALARY & BENEFITS €17.57 gross per hour worked commensurate with experience with a further 2% pay increase on 1/10/2026 pending receipt of funding for same. This however, should not be interpreted as being indicative of any additional salary increases into the future, beyond the above stated terms. 15.5 days’ annual leave per annum, excluding Public Holidays. Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Services via VHI and to Clarecare’s Wellness Programmes. Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Membership on successful completion of probation (6 months duration). My Future Fund Pension Membership on commencement of employment until successful completion of probation (mandatory). Access to Clarecare’s Sick Pay Scheme on successful completion of probation (6 months duration). Cycle to Work Scheme. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO BE REDIRECTED TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY.
Personal Assistants to assist with Independent Living
PERSONAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED Role: Personal Assistant to work with Professional Disabled Woman Location: Dundalk, Co Louth Hours: 23.5 hours p/w (Weekends and Bank Holidays Included) Pay: Very competitive rates. Premium rates for Sunday work. Opportunities for pay progression and ongoing training and development. Previous work experience with Disabled People is not essential. This role is a Personal Assistant position. It is not a caring or medical role. Job Description In this service the disabled person is called a Leader and they lead their own staff and service in conjunction with The AT Network who are the employer and support the Leaders to live an Independent and self-directed life. A Personal Assistant is an individual contracted by a Disabled Person to provide them with the human support they need in different aspects of daily living including, personal support, domestic tasks, assistance at school, university, in the workplace, or when out and about. Important Note: This role is a Personal Assistant position. It is not a caring or medical role. Duties and Responsibilities All training will be provided. The successful candidates must be a resident in Ireland, eligible to work in Ireland and be extremely fluent in English. This role is subject to Garda Vetting and appropriate reference checks. This position could enable Social Care Students, Pre Nursing Students to gain a real insight into furthering your understanding of the lived experience of disabled people. Closing Date: Friday 9 th October by 17.00. To apply for the position please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
Personal Assistant to Support Independent Living
Áiseanna Tacaíochta (ÁT Network) is a non-profit organisation, providing leadership and support to empower people with disabilities to live with the independence, choice and freedom they are entitled to. Ours is an innovative and progressive approach. We work right across disability; we support both self-directed and family-led services. Hours: 20 hours per week Location: Lucan Salary: Very competitive rates. Premium rates for Sunday work. Opportunities for pay progression and ongoing training and development. Duties and Responsibilities: Application process: To apply for the position please submit your CV by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Applicants for the position must provide suitable references and employment offers are contingent on the completion of the Garda Vetting. For more information on our organisation please visit the AT Network website .
Early Year’s Educators
Ballyglass Childcare Centre , Claremorris, Co. Mayo are seeking applications for the role of Early Year’s Educators Rates of Pay: €17.79 - €19.70 per hour Hours: 40 Hours - Monday to Friday Pay above ERO Rate Great Benefits Include Ballyglass Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunity employer. CLOSING DATE: 25TH SEPTEMBER 2026
Personal Assistant
Áiseanna Tacaíochta CLG (The AT Network) is currently recruiting a Personal Assistant to assist a young man in his 20s to live an independent life. This is a personal assistant role not a caring role. Young disabled man who lives at home with family, is seeking a Personal Assistant to support him out in the community and with work commitments About the role: Position: Personal Assistant to work with a disabled man Location: Bettystown Co. Meath Hours: 15 – 20 hours pw Salary: Very competitive rates. Premium rates for Sunday work. Opportunities for pay progression and ongoing training and development. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Application process: Please note: Applicants for the position must provide suitable references and employment offers are contingent on the completion of the Garda Vetting. To Apply: To apply for the position please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the position by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates!
Young Adult Support Worker
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment As a Young Adult Support Worker, the post holder will be expected to support the delivery of services to School Leavers Service participants with physical disabilities as part of Irish Wheelchair Association’s services based in Leitrim. The objectives of our services are to provide pathways for people with disabilities to participate fully in the community, by means of establishing developmental, personal, and social inclusion programmes. This will include supporting individual young adults to identify and work towards their personal goals, and to facilitate a range of activities, such as training workshops, personal development work, day trips and social activities, and linking with services and facilities within individuals’ local communities. You will be also required to undertake and ensure the execution of such other tasks/duties as deemed necessary to the successful implementation of young adult services. Liaison Close liaison is required with the School Leaver Service Support Officers and Rehabilitative Training team and Community Centre Coordinators and team. Main Duties and Responsibilities Support Service Manager and Support Officers to implement a range of group workshops and activities based on the choices and needs of young adults Support individual young adults in line with the Association’s person centred approach and through Personal Goals work Support young adults involved in Rehabilitative Training activities Assist with safe transportation in line with requirements of the Transport Handbook guidelines Assist young adults in all aspects of personal care and daily living as identified by each individual Accompany and support young adults on outings, social trips and holidays as required Ensure that your work and interactions with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independence of students/young people Prepare and maintain hard copy and online records as required by the Service Manager/Support Officers Undertake training as directed by the Service Manager/Support Officers Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all activities, and in the center itself. Record and report all hazards or accidents to the Service Manager/Support Officers Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to PERSON SPECIFICATION Training, Experience and Qualifications QQI level 5 (Major Award – 8 Modules) Care Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are: Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice) Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support) Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support) Youth Work (no specific minor components required) Full Drivers licence is required Knowledge and Skills Previous experience of developing and delivering projects or programmes Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is required Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use is essential Previous experience of driving transit vans to transport people with disabilities, or a willingness to do so, would be an advantage Good organisational skills Behaviours The ability to work as part of a team and work on own initiative An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence in the team Strong customer service focus Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Innovation and Creativity Planning and Organising Quality and Customer Focus Remuneration & Benefits Annual Salary Range is from €27,586.10 to €30,707.88 DOE Excellent working conditions Training & Development opportunities 25 days annual leave pro rata Access to Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Service The closing date for applications is Monday 12th October 2026 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €16.54 – €18.39 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.67 p/h Sunday - from €24.81p/h Public Holidays - from €33.08 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Service A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees Overall Purpose of Job -The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. -Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. Liaison -There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required · Full Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award. · Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) · Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality · Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English · Full driving licence with access to own vehicle ( essential) · Willing to drive service user's vehicle (preferred) Behaviours · Person centred approach · An ability to build strong relationships · Strong customer service focus · Flexible approach to work · High level of confidentiality Competencies · Communicating and Influencing · Motivating and Empowering · Planning and Organising · Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €16.52– €18.39 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.65 p/h Sunday - from €24.78 p/h Public Holidays - from €33.04 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Service A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees. Overall Purpose of Job -The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. -Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. Liaison -There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required · Full Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award. · Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) · Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality · Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English · Full driving licence with access to own vehicle ( essential) · Willing to drive service user's vehicle (preferred) Behaviours · Person centred approach · An ability to build strong relationships · Strong customer service focus · Flexible approach to work · High level of confidentiality Competencies · Communicating and Influencing · Motivating and Empowering · Planning and Organising · Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
