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PERSON CENTRED WING PCW KILDARE/ PCW LAOIS SERVICES SUPPORT WORKER Permanent (VARIOUS CONTRACT HOURS AVAILABLE) We are looking for dedicated Support Workers to provide person-centred support to individuals, assisting them in achiveing their goals and enjoying interests such as swimming, bowling, trains and love of all animals. This opportunity may be of interest to those who have experience of working with adults with autism, intellectual disability and behaviours of concern. We are looking to recruit staff members who are enthusiastic,outgoing and can work off their own initiative. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tuesday 9th June 2026 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
NEW Directions Project Worker
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista 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: NEW DIRECTIONS PROJECT WORKER LIMERICK, NORTH TIPPERARY AND OFFALY PERMANENT PART-TIME CONTRACT (30 Hours Per Week). Salary: €40,85 -€57,217* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: 98556 In accordance with New Directions, Avista are committed to developing services in line with the 12 individualised outcome-focused supports. This will ensure that adults in day services will live a life of their choosing, in accordance with their own wishes, aspirations and needs. The aim is to empower the individual to fully utilise all facilities available in their community. This role will assist in implementing the New Directions policy throughout Limerick, North Tipperary and Offaly Services. The post holder will work alongside staff, service users, families and local agencies to enable the individual to live a ‘good life’ of their choosing. Essential: · HSE recognised health care qualification in social care, nursing or other relevant discipline. · Have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience working within the disability sector. · Hold a full Clean Driving Licence and Use of a Car · Excellent working knowledge of New Directions · Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders · Have experience in supporting change management initiatives and projects within the disability sector. · Be person centred focused, promoting autonomy, inclusion and rights-based practice. · Demonstrate experience and competence in Person-Centred Planning (PCP) · Have excellent record keeping skills, computer skills including Microsoft Excel, word and PowerPoint. · Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative and provide leadership on the development and implementation of the EASI tool across day service areas Desirable: · Experience of auditing service areas. Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework Why work with us? Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. Comprehensive Pension Scheme Supportive and innovative working environment. Generous annual leave entitlement Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme Bike to work Scheme 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 Amy Nugent - Quality Risk and Safety Advisor, Tel: 087 385 1699 or email: amy.nugent@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications 09thJune 2026. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. ““A panel may be formed from which current and future Full-Time, Part-Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Content & Social Lead / Account Director
Content & Social Lead / Content & Social Account Director – LEGACY COMMUNICATIONS Position: Content & Social Lead / Content & Social Account Director (Full Time) – Brand & Content Division Company : Legacy Communications Location: Millbank House, Millbank Business Park, Lucan, Dublin (Hybrid role) Start Date: ASAP About the Role: Legacy Communications is looking for a senior content and social professional to join our Brand & Content team in Dublin. This is a senior hire and only candidates with direct, relevant experience will be considered. We won't be responding to applications that don't meet the brief. This is a high-energy, dual-track role for someone who loves the detail of making great work as much as they love the bigger picture of building something. You will work closely with the Head of Brand & Content across a portfolio of key accounts, getting stuck into day-to-day delivery while also contributing meaningfully to divisional strategy and growth. We want someone who can inspire clients and colleagues alike on what great social looks like, and who brings genuine creative vision to everything they touch. What you’ll do: Client, Account and Project Leadership:
Accommodation & Community Support Worker
Job Title: Accommodation & Community Support Worker Salary: £23,355 – £24,832 per annum (£12.83 – £13.64 per hour) Location: Larne Hours: 35 hours per week - three 12.5 hours shifts, including weekends and waking nights About Us At Simon Community, our values define who we are and how we support those in need. We are:
Support Worker
Corlann Applications are invited for the following positions across our services SUPPORT WORKER Permanent Part Time Contracts Available Work Locations: Limerick City and Environs / West Limerick (Newcastle West/Abbeyfeale, Liosmor) Care Assistant Intellectual Disability 13-point scale €34,536 - €47,954 (pro-rata) Panels will be formed as a result of the interview process. Candidates who are placed on a panel will be considered for subsequent permanent, fixed term and Specified Purpose vacancies for a period of up to one year. Working with Corlann Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: · Competitive Rates of Pay · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Leave · Employee Assistance Programs The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. This role comprises two main elements. Firstly the Support Worker is responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with development on Individual Plan's and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration All applicants are required to : · Have a minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in an appropriate or relevant field · Hold a full manual driving license which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Senior Social Worker
Senior Social Worker Purpose of the Role The purpose of this post is to provide a professional social work service as part of an MDT. The senior social worker will deliver high-quality social work services to vulnerable children and families with varying social and/or medical complexities and support team members to ensure best outcomes and safeguarding standards are achieved. The senior social worker will provide leadershipand oversight in complex cases and contribute to service development and improvement within the Department. The successful candidate may be required to work across CHI sites and services in line with organisational requirements and the development of the new children’s hospital and associated services. Essential Criteria: · Candidate must, on the latest date of completing application for the post, possess an NQSW or equivalent · Candidates must have a minimum of three years post-qualifying social work experience · Candidates must be registered with CORU · Candidates must have in date work permit to work in Ireland How to Apply & Informal Enquiries Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met. The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria. * Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Wednesday 24th June 2026 by 12pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. Appications won't be considered after closing date and time! For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Emer Haastrup, Professional Lead for Social work on 0873734346 or email emer.haastrup@childrenshealthireland.ie or Claudine Frame, Head Social Worker, Temple St., on 0871389301 or email Claudine.frame@childrenshealthireland.ie For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Victoria Gsamelova Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie PLEASE NOTE: CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey. It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date. Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information only. · 10th August (Internal only) · 7th September · 5th October · 2nd November · 7th December Information on “Non-European Economic Area Applicants” is available from https://dbei.gov.ie/en/ Children’s Health Ireland is legally required to verify that all staff have the right to work in Ireland before they begin employment , regardless of nationality or immigration status. This right-to-work check is also necessary when an individual re-joins CHI or when their immigration permission or employment permit is due to expire. Permit holders can change their permit employer to CHI after a period of nine months has passed since commencing their first employment permit in the State. The change of employer applies to the General Employment Permit (GEP) and to the Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP) . The change is required to be completed as part of pre-employment clearance. All Permits and Change of Employer applications are processed on the Employment Permits Online . Some recruitment campaigns may be open to candidates who are not citizens of the EEA, Switzerland, or United Kingdom. You can consult the Critical Skills Occupational List see if your profession is currently eligible under this route.
Social Care Worker
Social Care Workers - Abbeyfield Residential Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with the August 2025 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €40,351 – point 12; €56,650 per annum based on working a 39 hour week). Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above. To Apply: Upload a CV Closing Date for receipt of applications is 9th June 2026 at 5pm Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted, include a valid email address on application. Informal enquiries or queries to Caroline Flynn (Service Manager) - caroline.flynn@smh.ie Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify. St. Michael’s House is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Support Workers Day Services
SUPPORT WORKER Laois Day Services Permanent Part Time 60 Hours Per Fortnight We are recruiting a Support Worker to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Services. The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for a ambitious and enthusiastic Support Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. The roster will include days, weekends, waking nights and sleepovers. Requirements: Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 8th June 2026 @ 10.00am To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation Informal Enquiries: Lisa Donnelly 087- 6705088 / Amanda Stone 087-9245227 (Mon – Fri 9.00am – 4.30pm)
CNC Machine Shop Apprentice
Your Opportunity We’re currently looking for a CNC Machine Shop Apprentice to join our engineering team who play a crucial role in our journey towards being the world leader in a global industry racing towards sustainable food packaging solution. In this position, you will help provide expansion and growth to the machine shop while undertaking day release to a suitable college. You will report to Chargehand Machinst and be part of the local engineering team. Where you’ll be You will be located at our site in Dollingstown, Lurgan which is approximately 30 minutes travelling time from Belfast. What you’ll be doing Key responsibilities will be wide ranging and will include the following:
Support Worker
Part Time - Support Worker Location: Riverside Place, 191-193 Donaghadee Road, Bangor, Co Down BT20 4RY Salary: £12,967.76 per annum (£13.48 per hour) Contract: Permanent Work hours : 18.5 hours per week, rota based. Including days, evenings and weekends. No. of vacancies : 1 Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles . 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. Riverside Place provides supported housing to vulnerable young people aged 16-21 years. The young people who are leaving care, or who become homeless, are supported in their journey towards securing accommodation best suited to their individual needs, whilst providing practical and emotional support. Some young people may arrive at our projects with a complex history which can include self-harm, trauma, isolation, poverty, difficulty in forming relationships / trust, and exhibit behaviours and risks associated with their experience. Your new role As a Support worker you will ensure that you listen to the needs and feelings of the young person to enable you to facilitate any necessary help that they need, including interventions and signposting them to other support services to give them every opportunity to get the help that they need and deserve. You will assist the young people to cope with significant changes associated with adulthood, encourage them to make their own decisions and educate them on general life activities in terms of health, hygiene, finance, housing, etc. You will work as part of a team to maintain tidiness, cleanliness and hygiene standards in all communal areas ensuring all health and safety requirements are met. What we can offer you Please see attached job description and specification for further details 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.
