Care Assistants - Prosper Meath

Prosper Meath; Meath Hill; On-site; EUR 32,479 - 46,098; Full time

Job summary

Prosper Meath is seeking a Care Assistant for Day Services in Co. Meath. You will support adults with intellectual disabilities to live independently and participate in community activities, working as part of a friendly, professional team.

The role involves helping individuals develop life skills, participate in community programmes and provide companionship, with a focus on person-centred supports and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 qualification in Health & Social Care (essential).
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities (essential).
• Full, clean manual driving licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Support people to live meaningful, independent and socially connected lives.
• Assist with life skills, community activities and creative programmes.
• Provide encouragement and companionship as part of a professional team.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with

Empathy & communication

Education

QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Full clean manual driving licence

Job description

Care Assistant - Day Services

Location: Day Services - Meath

Hours: 30 hours per week

Contract: Specified Purpose / Permanent / Panel

Salary Scale (FTE): €32,479 - €46,098 per annum, pro-rated to 30 hours per week

Prosper Meath, part of Prosper Group, provides high-quality, person‑centred supports to adults with intellectual disabilities and autism. We are currently recruiting for Care Assistants for our Day Services across Co. Meath.

About The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting people to live meaningful, independent, and socially connected lives. No two days are the same, you may be helping someone develop life skills, participate in community activities, express themselves through creative programmes, or simply offering encouragement and companionship. You will build confidence and empower each individual to reach their goals, while working as part of a friendly, supportive, and professional team.

Essential Requirements

• QQI Level 5 qualification in Health & Social Care (essential)
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities
• Full, clean manual driving licence (essential)

Why Work With Prosper?

You will join a positive and inclusive organisation that values your wellbeing and development. We offer:

• Generous Annual Leave & Sick Pay Scheme
• Pension & Life Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Maternity Leave Allowance (service dependent)
• Ongoing Training & CPD Opportunities
• Clear Career Progression Pathways
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Excellent Facilities & Supportive Team Culture

If you hold the required qualification and are passionate about supporting others to thrive, we would love to hear from you!