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Cavan Autism Centre Location: Latt, Cavan Salary Scale: €28,100 - €33,400 Contract: Maternity Post - 37.25 hours per week Report to: Manager and Supervisor The Cavan Autism Centre CLG provides an autism specific day service that enables each individual to develop and reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment. As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we support, we currently have a support worker opportunity within our day service. The support worker plays a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred support to those that attend our day service. The purpose of the role is to empower individuals to live fulfilling lives by promoting independence, building on their strengths, and supporting them to engage in meaningful activities both within the service and in the wider community. The role involves providing direct support with daily routines, communication, social interaction, and personal development, while always upholding the dignity, rights, and choices of the individuals we support. The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic about helping autistic adults live fulfilling, independent lives. You’ll need to be a great communicator, and committed to promoting choice, dignity, and inclusion. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities. Requirements: · Desirable – QQI Level 7/8 in Social Care or related field. A Level 6 in Special Needs Assisting with experience in a similar role may also be considered. · Desirable - Registered with CORU or in the process of registration. · Additional qualification in supporting adults with Autism or Challenging Behaviour would be desirable. · Full, clean driving license is essential. · Minimum 2 years+ experience working with adults on the Autism Spectrum. · Strong IT skills A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign. We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.
Social Care Worker
CORLANN –WEST REGION POST: x1 PERMANENT FULL TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKER BEO ADULT SERVICES (Knocknacarra, Co. Galway area) Ref: 96531 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Beo Adult Services provide a range of community-based servicesincluding day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our services to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they supportand are open to change. Location: Beo Adult Services (Knocknacarra). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Beo services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Reporting/Responsible to: Team Leader/Team Manager Qualifications and Experience: Candidates must hold the following qualifications: Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy · Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour Working Hours: · 78 hours a fortnight All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/02/2026 apply: €40,851 x 11 increments - €56,155 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €57,217 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) 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. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: This post is permanent, full-time and pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within Beo Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. 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. To full view job description please see attached Informal enquiries for this post to: Bridget Carroll (Service Co-ordinator) or Sinéad O’Kane (Area Manager) on 091-721477 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm Thursday 30th April 2026 Interview date is scheduled in May 2026 INDWP
HR Support Specialist
Role Description The HR Support Specialist provides comprehensive support across recruitment, employee relations, attendance management, and HR operations. The role ensures smooth HR processes and contributes to a positive employee and candidate experience while working towards strict deadlines with a high volume workload. They support strategic HR priorities including employee engagement, performance culture, and workforce planning across all directorates. We are looking for an applicant who is: ▪ Motivated with excellent people skills and highly professional attitude ▪ A confident PC user with intermediate Word and Excel skills ▪ A strong multi-tasker with excellent organisational skills ▪ Able to prioritise conflicting deadlines ▪ Attentive to detail ▪ Able to use their own initiative ▪ Hands-on, with a confident, 'can do' attitude ▪ Dynamic, flexible and hard-working ▪ An experienced Specialist Role Responsibilities Recruitment and Resourcing • Identify and track recruitment metrics, for example, equality information and generate equality reports to meet regulatory reporting responsibilities • Provide comprehensive end to end support for high volume recruitment activity including creation and posting of job adverts across a range of platforms, distributing application packs, preparing interview materials and communicating with candidates and recruiting managers within the business • Co-ordinate high volume recruitment including scheduling interviews, taking minutes, tracking actions, and communicating feedback on shortlisting and interviews throughout the recruitment journey • HR systems maintenance to ensure competency and physical capability assessments across all roles including accurate record-keeping to support management decision making in recruitment and selection exercises • Lead the onboarding process for new employees including scheduling inductions, inviting business representatives to present and delivering the HR session • Act as the first point of contact for queries and concerns from candidates and escalate as required • Make informed decisions on operational matters involving recruitment and selection ensuring alignment with established policies and procedures • Work as part of a team providing support to a wide range of stakeholders • Provide advice and guidance to hiring managers/employees/candidates/colleagues on the recruitment process and all relevant policies, procedures and practices • Manage the end to end recruitment and selection training process supporting Recruitment Specialists in delivering training and tracking, recording and coordinating all activities in line with the Recruitment & Selection Policy • Ensure timely and accurate records are retained to support management decision making, particularly in recruitment and onboarding processes • Maintain responsiveness to queries and uphold compliance with HR policies. Records must also meet regulatory reporting requirements e.g. Equality monitoring • Contribute to building the company’s employer brand by promoting a positive image to potential candidates during recruitment events such as work experience programme • Network with potential candidates at outreach events to promote NI Water as an Employer of Choice for example careers fairs • Contribute ideas and feedback to enhance HR operations and recruitment practises. Play an active role in company projects for example, migration from Oracle to FCS • Identify and implement improvements in recruitment and HR processes ensuring efficiency and compliance • Provide advice on processes, raise contractual issues, respond to queries, manage scheduling and logistics in recruitment campaigns • Administer all new employee and promotion/transfer information with regards to Payroll, Pensions, Facilities, Occupational Health and Telecoms and maintain regular correspondence with relevant staff to ensure appropriate action • Raise PO’s and liaise with suppliers to support recruitment activities, for example, employee induction and work experience programmes Employee Relations • Assist HR management in the administration of grievances, disciplinary actions and other ER issues, collating case-files, and note-taking at meetings, following up on these with employees and managers • Create and update personnel records both in hard copy and using the ORACLE HRIT system ensuring maintenance of accurate staff structures within each function • Process resignations, retirements, special leave, annual leave and reference requests • Co-ordinate, input and receipt HR-related invoices and purchase orders in line with budgetary provisions • Attend Trade Union Quarterly Meetings, JIC, LCC and Service Whitley to support on note taking and following up actions Managing Attendance • Correspond with Occupational Health provider to arrange appointments for NIW staff, new start employees and handle related internal administration to support the corporate attendance KPI • Liaise with line managers and employees in relation to fitness for work tasks and provide advice in relation to same • Support Attendance Manager in carrying out Managing Attendance meetings including minute taking, recording and tracking actions to be taken forward • Co-ordinate monthly and quarterly contract meetings with occupational health provider including minute taking recording and tracking actions • Manage the end to end health surveillance process tracking, recording and coordinating all activities to ensure utilisation of available appointments • Ensure health and safety compliance by coordinating all periodic medicals within agreed timescales, including referrals and liaising with employee and Occupational Health • Maintain relevant databases, absence management records and all relevant correspondence • Build relationships with key stakeholders including occupational health provider, employees and line managers • Collate and analyse fitness for work data to report to Directors and Heads of Functions to inform resourcing decision-making • Manage, track and co-ordinate the attendance and assessment renewal mailbox queries • Make informed decisions on operational matters involving attendance guided by organisational policy and procedures. Escalate when necessary • Contribute ideas and feedback to enhance attendance and health surveillance processes. Actively participate in company projects for example provider transition from BHSF to Optima • Identify and implement improvements in attendance tracking and health surveillance processes • Provide advice on health surveillance processes, raise contractual issues, respond to queries, manage scheduling and logistics in arranging appointments • Maintain frequent communication across multiple channels to a range of stakeholders including HR colleagues, line managers, employees, Trade Union representatives internally and external Occupational Health providers Budget and People Management Responsibilities • NA Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as required. Entry Requirements Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview: ESSENTIAL CRITERIA A minimum of five GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C or above or equivalent. Minimum of six months experience in an administrative role. Proficient in the use of current IT packages, in particular Outlook/Microsoft Word/PowerPoint and Excel. The ability to communicate confidently, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of stakeholders both inside and outside the organisation. DESIRABLE CRITERIA In the event of a large number of applications, candidates may be short-listed on the following desirable criteria, in this order: Have a minimum of six months’ experience of HR administration. Hold or are working towards a HR qualification. Competencies The candidate should demonstrate the following competencies in the candidate response and interview process through examples and outcomes: Planning and Organising • Ability to meet tight deadlines to required standards by planning and organising own workload. Customer Focus • Ability to work effectively in a team and build and maintain effective working relationships with NI Water staff and stakeholders. Information and Communication • Ability to communicate effectively. • The ability to provide individuals with information so that they can make accurate decisions. • The ability to communicate effectively to all levels in a confident, clear and succinct manner. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Strong analytical and problem solving skills together with the ability to make soundly based decisions. Confidentiality • Understand the need for confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive data. Other competencies related to the role may be tested at interview stage. What is on Offer Salary This Band 7a role offers a competitive remuneration package with a salary scale of £26,741 - £32,683 per annum (further pay award pending). Salaries are reviewed annually effective 1st April. Duration of Appointment Full-time, Fixed-Term for 12 Months. Location Westland House, 40 Old Westland Road BELFAST, BT14 6TE Benefits Not only will you be working for one of Northern Ireland’s top companies, you will also receive a number of company benefits to include: • Generous annual leave and public holidays • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Hybrid working (available for certain roles after 3 months following onboarding and training) • Occupational sick pay • Employee assistance programmes • Cycle to work scheme • Volunteering support Pension As well as a competitive remuneration package, NI Water offers an excellent DB pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2% (rate subject to pension fund valuation). Annual Leave Full-time employees receive 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service, in addition to public and privilege holidays. Part-time employees are entitled to a pro rata equivalent. Health & Wellbeing Programmes NI Water offers a multi award winning Health and Wellbeing programme offering a range of benefits and initiatives to support physical, mental, financial and social health including: • Seasonal health campaigns • Wellbeing Roadshows twice a year across all hubs, including free vaccinations and health checks • A range of social networks and support forums
Communications Officer
Please refer to Candidate Brief for full details of this role. PLEASE NOTE: You must submit your application form via GetGot and before the deadline - we do not accept CVs or application forms via any other platform, or after the deadline has passed. The REFERENCE SECTION of the on-line Application Form is a mandatory section. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer
Job Title and Grade Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer Grade VII (Grade Code 0582, DOH scales as at 1 Feb 2026) Current pay scale €60,613 – €78,795 (inc. 2 LSIs) Fixed Term (12 months), Full Time (35 hours pw) Location of Post This post is based in CRC main office in Clontarf, Dublin. The CRC has locations in Dublin, Waterford, and Limerick, and travel to other sites may be required. Details of Service We are delighted to offer the opportunity for a dynamic and solutions-oriented Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) professional to join the CRC team and help drive the organisation’s journey through change. Our 2025–2030 strategy sets out the renewed purpose, bold ambitions, and values-led direction of the organisation. The Transformation Management Office (TMO) is supporting strategy implementation, creating the space and structure to think about strategic change, and engaging constructively with staff across the organisation to problem solve, surface issues, and ensure feedback is collaborative and genuinely two-way. The MEL Officer will play a key role in the TMO, drawing on their experience and values to help ensure results and progress are being captured and reported; success is being celebrated and recognised; and service users remain at the heart of everything we do. The role will be fully reflective of the organisation’s values, and the successful candidate’s responsibilities will include: Person-Centredness: Designing and implementing measures and tools, tailored to the needs of CRC service users and staff, to monitor delivery of the strategy. Quality: Collecting, managing, and reporting a robust portfolio of evidence from which to track progress and generate learning to support continuous improvements in organisational performance and impact. Respect: Working with a variety of stakeholders and teams across the CRC to promote buy-in for strategic changes, reflection, and continuous improvement. Courage: Thinking creatively and boldly to generate actionable insights through case studies, visualising data, and knowledge products for a wider audience. Collaboration: Engaging with relevant stakeholders to determine appropriate monitoring activities and obtain data. Where data is not currently available, working with stakeholders to establish appropriate systems and processes to address gaps. Stewardship: Highlighting evidence-based examples of good practice, efficiency, and value for money arising from strategy implementation and continuous improvement initiatives. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to the Transformation Change Manager. Key Working Relationships Transformation Management Office (TMO), leadership team, and wider staff, as well as service users and other external stakeholders as appropriate. Purpose of the Post The MEL Officer will play a key role in the TMO, drawing on their experience and values to help ensure results and progress are being captured and reported; success is being celebrated and recognised; and service users remain at the heart of everything we do. Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesReview and Update MEL Framework
Social Care Worker
POSTS: LOCUM SOCIAL CARE WORKERS RINDOON SERVICES ATHLONE/ROSCOMMON ADULT SERVICES (Athlone, Kilteevan, Roscommon Town) Ref: 96467 Location: Rindoon Adult Services (Athlone, Kilteevan, Roscommon Town Areas). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Rindoon services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Reporting/Responsible to: Team Leader/Team Manager Qualifications and Experience: Candidates must hold the following qualifications: Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy · Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour Working Hours: Up to 39 hours per week based on a 7 day/night duty roster. Locum staff are called for locum duty when the exigencies of the service so require e.g. to fill absences arising from sick leave, annual leave etc., and to cover any other emergencies that may arise. There are no minimum guaranteed hours associated with the position. All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within Hyde Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Helen Hunt, Athlone / Roscommon Services Area Manager on 0873485667 Or Carolyn Gannon, Athlone / Roscommon Services Coordinator 087-7045865 Interview date to be confirmed CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER INDWP
Speech And Language Therapist
Speech and Language Therapist – Newtownmountkennedy, Co.Wicklow 39 hours per week – Fixed term contract (1 year) Job reference: SLT_NTMK_1604 Essential criteria and qualifications required: Schedule The successful candidate will be based in Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow but will be required to travel to our services across Leinster as part of the role. This role offers full flexibility, taking into account that the needs of the services remain a priority. Full Job Specification available on request
Staff Nurse / Enhanced
CORLANN –WEST REGION POST: LOCUM RELIEF STAFF NURSE ATHLONE/ROSCOMMON ADULT SERVICES (Athlone, Kilteevan, Roscommon Town) Post Ref: 96405 Location: Athlone/Roscommon Adult Services (Athlone, Kilteevan, Roscommon Town). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services or in an individual’s own home. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Athlone/Roscommon Adult Services and this work location may change due to future service needs. Qualifications & Experience: Candidates must have - · A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais), RNID or RGN qualification is essential. · A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads is an essential requirement. It may also 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. · Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability/autism/complex needs is desirable, however, induction and training will be provided. · Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post and proficiency in I.T. skills. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy · Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour. Working Hours: All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work days, evenings, weekends, public holidays, sleepovers and night duty to meet service needs. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Staff Nurse appointments within the Athlone/Roscommon Service location may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Informal Enquiries to: Helen Hunt, Athlone / Roscommon Area Manager on 0873485667 or Carolyn Gannon, Athlone / Roscommon Service Coordinator on 0877045863 Interview date TBC CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER INDW
Social Care Worker
CORLANN –WEST REGION POSTS: SOCIAL CARE WORKERS BRUACH NA MARA ADULT SERVICES (South Connemara) Ref: 96325 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Social Care Worker roles are also available. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of Corlann is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by Corlann, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by Corlann to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Bruach na Mara Adult Services provide a range of community-based servicesincluding day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our services to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they supportand are open to change. Location: Bruach na Mara Adult Services (South Connemara). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Bruach na Mara services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by Corlann in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Reporting/Responsible to: Team Leader/Team Manager Qualifications and Experience: Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy · Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour Working Hours: All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/02/2026 apply: €40,851 x 11 increments - €56,155 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €57,217 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) 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. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: There is currently one permanent full time & one permanent part time post available, all posts are pensionable. X1 Permanent Full Time = 78 hours per fortnight X1 Permanent Part Time = 52 hours per fortnight A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within Bruach na Mara Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. 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. Informal enquiries for the above post to Sabina Hynes (Area Manager) or Jennifer O’Connell (Service Co Ordinator) on 091-721536 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm Wednesday 29th April 2026 Interview date is scheduled for May 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Support Worker
CORLANN –WEST REGION POSTS: SUPPORT WORKERS (Care Assistant Disability Services grade) BRUACH NA MARA ADULT SERVICES ( South Connemara) Ref: 95934 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Support Worker roles are also available. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of Corlann is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by Corlann, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by Corlann to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Bruach na Mara Adult Services provide a range of community-based servicesincluding day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our services to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they supportand are open to change. Location: Bruach na Mara Adult Services (South Connemara). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Bruach na Mara services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: The Support Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of daily living focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Support Worker will assist people with the achievement of personal outcomes and in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, household tasks, personal and intimate care and other related aspects of physical well-being. Reporting/Responsible to: Social Care Worker/Staff Nurse/Team Leader/Team Manager depending on location. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Ø Candidates must have a good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC level 5 course is an advantage. A QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable. Ø A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads is an essential requirement. It may also 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. Ø Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability/autism/complex needs is desirable, however, induction and training will be provided. Ø Flexibility, team-working skills, patience and a sense of humour. Ø Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post and proficiency in I.T. skills. Working Hours: 78 hours per fortnight. All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Remuneration: Department of Health salary scales apply as at 01/02/2026: €34,536 x 11 increments - €47,152 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A Long Service Increment €47,954 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, sleep-ins and night-duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: There are currently permanent full time pensionable posts available. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Support Worker appointments within the Bruach na Mara Adult Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. 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. Informal enquiries for the above post to Sabina Hynes (Area Manager) or Jennifer O’Connell (Service Co Ordinator) on 091-721536 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Wednesday 29th April 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer
