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Job Opportunity Role: Care Support Workers Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 5 x39 Hours per week Cheshire Service: Cheshire Ireland Services Address: Donegal, Mayo, Sligo & Galway We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily. About Cheshire Ireland Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need. More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/ What we do We provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being. Our services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services. The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people we support. How we work Our services are based on clear principles of supporting people “one person at a time”. As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights-based, person-centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement. What you will do You will support people with all aspects of their daily lives as per their individual needs and in accordance with their evolving personal plans to support them to live their best possible lives. You will be required to establish and maintain relationships with the people we support that are based on respect and equality and that promote their rights and independence. It is critical that when undertaking your work that you do so in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland’s values, operating ethos, and standards. Who we are looking for: Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a minimum of QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification. Have experience in supporting people with disabilities. Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work. Desire for personal and professional development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential. Good Standard of verbal and written English. Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage). Personal integrity and trustworthiness. Positive attitude. Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service. Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services. Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within two years of the commencement of their role. Why work for us Flexibility in working hours. €34100.68 to €39625.68 Depending on Experience. Premiums paid on unsocial hours. Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy. Free onsite Parking. Benefits Sick pay benefit. Company Pension Scheme. Maternity benefit. Bike/Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme. Death in Service benefit for pension members. Employee Referral Scheme QQI Training Program. Welcome packs. Employee discounts. Closing Date: 15th of December 2025 @5pm Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be required to undergo vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and provide the necessary documentation to confirm their eligibility to work. Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
Staff Nurse Cardiothoracic Ward
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: G10030 Staff Nurse (Altra Foirne) Cardiothoracic Ward, Galway University Hospitals Grade Code: 2135 County: Galway Hse Area: West & North West Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Closing Date 10:00am 12th December 2025 Contract Type: Permanent, Whole-time Permanent, Part-Time Temporary Whole time Temporary Part-Time Internal/External: External / Internal Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one week’s notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Informal Enquiries: Ms. Marie Cloonan, Clinical Nurse Manager III Email: Marie.Cloonan@hse.ie Or Ms Edel Kelly, Assistant Director of Nursing, Perioperative & Critical Care Directorate Email: edel.kelly2@hse.ie Location Details: Galway University Hospital (which comprises of University Hospital Galway and Merlin Park University Hospital), HSE West North West RHA A panel may be created for Staff Nurse Cardiothoracic Ward, GUH from which permanent and specified purpose contract vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. Application Details: Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification before completing the application form. Interviews will be competency based. Post Specific Related Information: The HSE offers an International Recruitment Relocation Package to relevant applicants. Please refer to HR Circular 001/2023 at the following link: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-001-2023-international-recruitment-relocation-package.pdf Candidate support: Frequently Asked Questions – Rezoomo https://support.rezoomo.com/en/collections/147587-candidate-faqs HSE Recruitment Process – https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs/recruitment-process/
