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BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY SUPPORT WORKERS (DAY SERVICES AND RESIDENTIAL SERVICES) SKYLARK SERVICES, ATHENRY, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 84828 A Locum panel may be formed from this competition from which subsequent Support Worker appointments in the Skylark Services, Athenry may be filled. The Role: The Support Worker will report to the Team Leader and will fulfil a key role in providing a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunities for new experiences. We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for individuals with experience working within the Health Care/Intellectual Disability sector. Candidates need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individual’s they support on a daily basis. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Senior Staff/Service Coordinator/Area Manager. Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC level 5 course is desirable. Experience: Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability and individuals with challenging behaviour is desirable. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. Some basic IT skills is also an advantage. A full clean manual Irish Driving Licence (Class B) is an essential requirement of this post. It may be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: 4x 78 hours per fortnight (permanent) 2 x 70 hours per fortnight (permanent) 1 x 40 hours per fortnight (permanent) 2 x 70 hours per fortnight (temporary, specific purpose) All positions are based on a 7 day duty roster, involving working sleepovers, split shifts, day and night duty, public holidays and weekend work. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Disability Services) pay scale as per the consolidated salary scale dated 01st August 2025 - € 34,036 x 11 increments - € 46,652 (Max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €47,454 pro rata per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Tenure: 4 x permanent, full-time and pensionable 2 x permanent, part-time and pensionable 2 x temporary, part-time and pensionable on specific purpose basis linked to maternity leaves Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Full Job Description attached The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is 5pm on Sunday 14th September 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. INDW
Adult Support Worker
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Adult Support Worker to join our Limerick Adult Day Services team in Castleconnell, Co. Limerick Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Contract Contract Hours: 35 Hours per week Salary: The current salary scale for this post is €32,639 to €39,499 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations Overview of the Post: The role of the Adult Support Worker is to work as part of a team within the adult day service to facilitate service owners with their daily programmes. This will also include, assisting personal care needs, mobility, and supporting access to services in their community and on our virtual day service. The post holder will encourage and support opportunities to help develop a range of options for service owners in areas of training, employment and greater inclusion in their local communities. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · QQI Level 5 in Care skills to include a module on special needs(total 8 modules) or Equivalent Qualification · Minimum of one years’ experience working with adults with disabilities · To hold a full clean drivers licence with no restrictions and be willing to drive Enable Ireland vehicles · Must be eligible to work in the state · Effective communication skills and good recording practices · Knowledge of social model of disability. · Good understanding of Adult Protection and Lone working. Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working with adults in a day service setting. · Experience of working in community setting. · Knowledge of person centered planning and Key Worker system · Knowledge of New Directions guidelines In the event of a high volume of applicants Desirable Criteria may be applied in the short listing process If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Social Care Worker
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in Arklow, Co. Wicklow. Contract Type: Permanent Post Contract Hours: Part time Post, 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €38,107 – €50,953 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 31 days pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: The post holder will work as part of our dedicated Adult Day Services team, providing social care support to adults with physical and/or sensory disabilities, or mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. The post holder will support Service Owners with their needs, goals and activities in accordance with their individual preferences. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of duties. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 14th September 2025 Interview date for successful applications: TBC A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Support Worker
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Support Workerto join our team in Cork (Adult Residential Services, St Laurence’s Lota Park, Glanmire, Cork) Contract Type: Permanent, temporary and relief contracts available Contract Hours: Full time (39 hours per week), Part-Time & Relief Salary Scale: €32,639 – €39,499 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations Annual Leave Entitlement : 30 days per annum pro-rata, and proportionately less for less than 12 months service. Overview of the Post: The role of Support Worker is to work as part of a dedicated and innovative team to provide person centred services to children and adults with disabilities who attend Enable Ireland Services. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · QQI Level 5 Major Award in one of the following: o Healthcare Support o Social Care o Pre Nursing o Childcare (8 modules to include one module on special needs/disability studies/challenging behaviour or a commitment to complete one of these modules within 6-months of commencement) OR ·A comparable SNA Qualification OR · Year 1 of a relevant degree programme in Health and Social Care (such as Social Care, Child Care, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech & Language Therapy) AND · Full Clean Manual Driving Licence and willingness to drive company vehicles. AND · Be eligible to work in the state Desirable Criteria: · Experience of supporting people with disabilities. · Experience of working with people with behaviours of concern. · Experience of providing personal care · Basic IT skills If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Sunday 7th September 2025 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention polic
Social Care Worker Residential Services
Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for Candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centred, Community Based, Socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: Social Care Worker PERMANENT FULL TIME/ PART TIME/RELIEF CONTRACT AVISTA COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL ROSCREA NORTH TIPPERARY/SOUTH OFFALY Salary: € 40,351 -€ 56,650 * (LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Essential: · QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration. · Up to date CORU registration/ Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU · Full clean Irish manual driving licence. · Experience of working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern. Desirable: · To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives and an awareness of New Directions. · Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. REQ:84788 Why work with us? ü Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. ü Supportive and innovative working environment. ü Comprehensive Pension Scheme ü Generous annual leave entitlement ü Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme ü Bike to work Scheme ü Tax Saver Travel Scheme Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to CNM3 office 086 8377941 Closing date for receipt of applications: 16th September 2025. Interviews will take place 6th October 2025. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the North Tipperary/South Offaly service.” Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Care Worker
Are you a caring individual with a desire to help elderly and vulnerable people in your community? Are you are seeking a challenging yet rewarding career with career development and advancement opportunities? Come join our team! We currently have opportunities for Full and Part-Time Care Workers in Larne, Whitehead, Carrick, Newtownabbey, Ballyclare, Antrim, Cookstown, Draperstown, North Belfast, Newry and the surrounding areas. No previous experience is required as full training will be provided. We offer Permanent contracts, with flexibility to suit your personal circumstances, paid Access NI, free uniform, pension scheme, Refer a Friend Scheme and 24 hour On-Call support. We also have opportunities for Respite Sits in a range of areas. Is this the career for you, or perhaps a second job to supplement your income? You can find out further information and apply online at www.extra-care.org
Housing Support Worker
Part Time - Housing Support Worker Location: Housing Support for Young People in the Magherafelt area - Remote Salary: £12.715 per annum Contract: Permanent Work hours: 20 hpw - work pattern to be confirmed on appointment Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for our roles. Applicants must demonstrate they have Right to Work in UK as part of the shortlisting process Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need. Housing Support for Young People supports young people (aged 16-25) to access and maintain accommodation in the community. Support can be provided for up to 2 years depending on the needs of the Service User What we can offer you 4% employer pension contribution (after 3 months of service) 21 days annual leave per annum 12 statutory days Westfield Health Level 1 - Cash back plan and additional benefit of unlimited MRI and CT scans and 1 PET scan within a 12 month period Westfield Health Rewards Learning & Development opportunities Long service annual leave increments and scheme What we need from you GCSE English or equivalent At least one year’s experience supporting groups and/or individuals either a paid or voluntary capacity. Good communication skills A full driving licence and access to a car with Business insurance as you may have to transport Service Users. NISCC registration or willing to obtain within 6 months of start date Right to Work in UK Please refer to the job description for further details. Belfast Central Mission is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Social Care Worker
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. Applications are invited for the following posts Social Care Worker/s Ref: 46/2025 Permanent & Temporary posts (Full-Time hours) Adult Residential & Respite Services / Children Respite Services Cork City, Suburbs, West Cork areas A panel will also be formed from this competition to fill vacancies as they arise in the coming year The role of a Social Care Worker To support adults with and intellectual disability and autism in a high support setting in line with person centred practice and human rights principles. The person appointed will be very flexible in their approach to service provision and have the ability to work both on their own initiative and as a member of a team. He/she will be required to take an active part in ensuring that their day-to-day work reflects the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity and that the needs of the men and women in the service are being met by them as directed. As a team member, the best interests of each person using our service will be paramount in all discussions. Emphasis will be on forming a team approach involving people supported, families, advocates and staff on all relevant issues. In a high support setting the above is especially critical. One of the aspects of working in a complex case environment is the understanding that small interventions or actions can have disproportionate impacts and results. Clear, open and honest communication across the team is how issues are both identified and learnt from within a high support team. Professional Qualifications and Experience etc. Each candidate for the appointment must: Possess a relevant level 7 or higher qualification on the Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework in a health care profession. OR Possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Social Care Worker Registration Board, CORU And Must be eligible for registration on the Social Care Workers registration board with CORU and obtain such registration by November 2025 and must maintain such registration for the duration of employment in this role AND Have a suitable standard of professional attainments And Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and ability for the proper discharge of the duties of the office) Be computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge and proficiency of using information systems for the social care worker post/s Have a full clean Driver’s licence which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads as it is a requirement of this role to drive service vehicles. Experience Relevant experience of working with adults / children with an intellectual disability / autism, challenging behaviour, working with a team in high support setting in a Residential setting is desirable Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated experience and understanding of how to support individuals with very specific and clinical support requirements and a clear understanding of the importance of working in line with written protocols and guidelines Excellent problem-solving skills utilising lowest impact interventions wherever possible. Experience of Positive Behaviour Support interventions. Experience of working to agreed protocols, and feeding back to inform evolution of same is highly desirable. Experience of risk management strategies and risk management in general. Experience of utilising CPI/MAPA Techniques. Salary Scale: €40,351 - €56,650 including 1 LSI (1/8/25) and pro-rata for part-time & temporary contracts INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO: Claire McNally, Sector Manager , Tel : +353 87 9654489 , (e-mail: Claire.Mcnally1@bocsi.ie ) Or Stephen Dalton, Sector Manager, Tel: +353 21 4556299; (e-mail: stephen.dalton@bocsi.ie ) Or Brid Scanlan, Sector Manager (Children Services), Tel: +353 86 7038217 (email: brid.scanlan@bocsi.ie ) Or Frank McNerney, Sector Manager, Tel: +353 87 3840029 (e-mail: frank.mcnerney@bocsi.ie ) Closing Date: Sunday 14th September 2025 Applications should be made online using the 'APPLY' link below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer INDS
Social Care Worker
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in Bray, Co. Wicklow . Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time and Relief Posts Contract Hours: Permanent posts are 39 hours per week (169 hours per month worked on a weekly roster basis). Relief posts are not allocated set hours Salary Scale: €38,107 – €50,953pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 31 days pro rata per annum and proportionately less for less than 12 months service. Overview of the Post: To work as part of a dedicated and innovative team in a community-based house providing respite and holiday breaks for children with physical disabilities, within a quality framework. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of duties. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who, on the closing date for the competition: (i) Hold professional registration, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: CORU Approved Qualifications OR (ii) Have a Schedule 3 qualification. See list of recognised Schedule 3 qualifications at: Schedule 3 Qualifications OR (iii) Have a comparable qualification recognised by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. OR (iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by 30th November 2025. OR (v) Provide proof of statutory registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the role. 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. AND If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 12th September 2025 Interview date for successful applications: TBC A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Specialist Support Worker
Specialist Support Worker – Housing First for Youth Service Location: Community-based - Greater Belfast area Contract Type: Full-time and Part-time roles available Driving Licence Required Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Join our dynamic and innovative HFFY service, supporting a small group of Looked After Children aged 16–21 to live safely, independently, and with stability in the community. As a Specialist Support Worker, you’ll deliver bespoke, person-centred interventions to young people with complex needs. You’ll work as part of a holistic, strengths-based team alongside Social Services and Mental Health professionals to provide 24/7 support that promotes resilience, independence, and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities:
