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Where comfort meets compassion. At Contact Care, we provide compassionate and personalised home care services tailored to each individual’s needs. With a focus on respect, dignity, and quality care, we empower our clients to live comfortably and independently at home. As a nurse-led organisation, Contact Care delivers both complex and personal care to clients in the community. We are currently seeking Healthcare Assistants to support clients in the Swords, Malahide, and Howth areas. Who You Are:
Respite 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 Respite Support Worker to join our team in the Carlow/Kilkenny Respite service based in both Carlow and Kilkenny to support the expansion of the services in 2026. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: Full-time / Part-time Salary Scale: €33,708 to €40,792 pro rata per annum pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement: 30 days pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: The purpose of the role is to work as a member of the team providing respite and home support services, in all Enable Ireland locations across Carlow and Kilkenny. To work with the children /young people through a person centred approach to meet their identified needs during their stay in active partnership and in line with the needs and wishes of each child and family. This post will involve week day and weekend work, sleep overs and night duty. Overview of Duties: 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: Monday 1st December 2025 Interview Date: Interviews 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
Social CARE Worker
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:88578 Why work with us? 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 This is an ongoing recruitment campaign to fill active vacancies and to create a panel for future vacancies. “A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the North Tipperary/South Offaly service.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Home Support Worker
About Us: The Care Team is hiring Healthcare Assistants. We are a leading home healthcare provider, delivering both complex care and personal/social support to adults living with long-term conditions or age-related needs in the community. Our clients are located throughout Dublin South, and we are now recruiting passionate carers in and around Dublin 6, Dublin 6W, and Dublin 4 . The Care Team is a dynamic, nurse-led organisation committed to supporting and listening to our employees. Whether you are a qualified Healthcare Assistant, Student Nurse, or Occupational Therapy student, we’d love to have you on board. Who You Are:
Social CARE Worker
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 Children’s RESIDENTIAL SERVICe, Kilbride, County Meath Permanent full-TIME (39 Hours Per Week), Permanent part-TIME (19.5 Hours Per Week) Salary: €40,351-€56,650* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Essential: Ref: 88414 Why work with us? Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. Supportive and innovative working environment. Comprehensive Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme Bike to work Scheme Tax Saver Travel Scheme 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 Shauna Hurney, Social Care Leader, email: shauna.hurney@avistaclg.ie or Karen Berigan, Clinical Nurse Manager 3, email: karen.berigan@avistaclg.ie 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 Dublin.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Support Worker
Support Worker - Respite service Craanford, Co. Wexford 39 hours per week Job reference: SW_WILLSP_0711 Essential criteria for the position of Support Worker: Full Job Specification available on request
Social Care Worker
Social Care Worker - Residential Stillorgan, Co. Dublin 39 hours per week Job reference: SCW_STILL_0711 Essential criteria for the position of Social Care Worker: Full Job Specification available on request
Support Worker
Support Worker - Residential Ashford, Co. Wicklow 39 hours per week Job reference: SW_PADD39_0611 Essential criteria for the position of Support Worker: Full Job Specification available on request
Social CARE Worker
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 ADULT DAY SERVICES, ST VINCENT'S CENTRE NAVAN ROAD PERMANENT PART TIME CONTRACT (35HPW) 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 · Must have full automatic or manual driving licence & driving service vehicles is a requirement · Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern. Desirable: · To adopt a holistic and person-centred approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives. · To have knowledge of New Directions. · Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework REQ:88194 Why work with us? Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to: Karina Waters, Day Service Manager, Tel: 0858769412 or Jennifer Duffy, Day Service Manager, Tel: 0871247973 Closing date for receipt of applications 17thNovember 2025. Interviews will take place: week beginning 4thDecember2025 “A panel may be formed from which current and future positions may be filled across the Dublin service.” Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Senior Care Workers
Job Opportunity Role: Senior Care Workers Contract Type: Various Contract Hours: 1x25 Permanent Part-Time & 1x25 Specified Purpose Cheshire Service: Kerry Cheshire Services Address: St. Margaret’s Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry 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 lead and support your care support team while the team supports Service User’s in all aspects of their daily lives and activities. You will co-ordinate, plan and manage the day-to-day care plans while adhered to good practice and ensuring all Health Safety Regulations are adhered. 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. Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work. Supervisory qualification desirable but not essential A minimum of 3 years Healthcare experience. Can demonstrate evidence-based decision-making skills. 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. Responsible for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. 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. Why work for us Flexibility in working hours. Advanced Rostering. Free Onsite Parking €18.39 - €22.08 per hour (based on experience). Premiums paid on unsocial hours. Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training with Cheshire Academy Benefit 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 bonus. Welcome Packs. Employee discounts. Closing Date: - 17th of November 2025 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. www.cheshire.ie Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
