Care Support Worker - Shillelagh

Cheshire Ireland; Shillelagh; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedules

Career opportunities

Induction and ongoing training via CHS

Free onsite Parking

Company Pension Scheme

Maternity benefit

Bike/Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Death in Service benefit for pension

Employee Referral Scheme

QQI Training Program

Welcome packs

Job summary

Cheshire Ireland in Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, is seeking a Care Support Worker to assist adults with disabilities across residential and community services. You will work across a 24-hour roster, supporting daily living activities and promoting independence.

Hold QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support or Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification; a Full Manual Driving Licence is required. Salary €34,782.69–€40,418.19 with benefits including pension, training, and parking.

Qualifications

• Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification.
• Have experience in supporting people with disabilities.
• Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within 18 months of the commencement of their role.
• Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work.
• The role requires availability to work all shifts across a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week roster.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support people with all aspects of their daily lives according to personal plans.
• Establish and maintain relationships with the people we support that are based on respect and equality and promote their rights and independence.
• Work in line with Cheshire Ireland’s values, operating ethos, and standards.
• Be part of a team overseeing care delivery in residential and community services.

Skills

Full Manual Driving Licence

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Award

QQI Level 6 Social Care

Nursing qualification

Job description

In 1961 Leonard Cheshire set up Ireland’s first Cheshire service in Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, supported by volunteers, and since then further services have developed around the country.Initially, these services were supported by local voluntary management committees who oversaw the running of the services and who fundraised locally.Over time, the Health and Social Care environment in Ireland changed with an increased requirement for governance and oversight. To reflect this Cheshire Ireland dev

In 1961 Leonard Cheshire set up Ireland’s first Cheshire service in Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, supported by volunteers, and since then further services have developed around the country.Initially, these services were supported by local voluntary management committees who oversaw the running of the services and who fundraised local.Over time, the Health and Social Care environment in Ireland changed with an increased requirement for governance and oversight. To reflect this Cheshire Ireland dev Show more

Skills and attributes

• Full Manual Driving Licence
• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Award or be working towards

Description

Role: Care Support Worker

Contract Type: Specified Purpose Contract

Contract Hours: 39h

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.

Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within 18 months of the commencement of their role.

Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work.

The role requires availability to work all shifts across a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week roster.

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.

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.

€34,782.69 to €40,418.19 annually (Pro-rata and depending on experience).

Premiums paid on unsocial hours.

Career opportunities.

Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy.

Free onsite Parking.

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.

Closing Date: 28th of October 2026 @5pm

Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.

All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and must provide security clearance for each jurisdiction in which they have resided outside the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for 6 months or more from the date of their 16thbirthday.

Shillelagh, Arklow, Co. Wicklow Y14 FK44

Residential, independent living & respite
Main Period House, 15 bungalows and modern respite house
On extensive landscaped grounds
12 residents
Opened in 1961, Ardeen was the first Cheshire Home in Ireland. It consists of a beautiful period house which is surrounded by 15 bungalows, a number of stone cottages and a modern respite house. The centre overlooks the quaint village of Shillelagh and boasts magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. The village offers the community a shop, post office, public house, hairdressers, beauticians, two churches and the famous Shillelagh stick shop.
Because of Ardeen’s location Residents can also access shopping and services in towns in Wicklow, Wexford and Carlow. There is a vibrant programme of individual and group activities within the centre.
Care is provided by our dedicated team of Care Support workers overseen by Senior Care Workers and guided by our team of registered nurses and Head of Care.

12

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Flexible Schedules

Professional Development + Growth

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

Staff Discounts

Great Location

Work/Life Balance

Employee Recognition

Casual Dress

Employee Referral Bonus

Free onsite parking

Death in Service

Pension Scheme

Learning and Development opportunities

Bereavement, Parental and Carers Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

E-Learning and Development opportunities

Cheshire Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer