Care Support Workers - Western Region

THE CHESHIRE FOUNDATION IN IRELAND; Connacht; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free onsite Parking

Company Pension Scheme

Maternity benefit

Bike/Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Death in Service benefit

Training via Cheshire Academy

Descrizione del lavoro

Cheshire Ireland is seeking caring professionals to support people daily in our Galway, Sligo, Mayo and Donegal homes. You will establish respectful, rights-based relationships and assist individuals to live their best lives in line with personal plans and Cheshire Ireland's values.

Hold QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support or QQI Level 6 Social Care, or a Nursing qualification; full manual driving licence; available for a 24/7 roster; fluent English; computer literate; and a commitment to continuous

Competenze

• Hold or be in the process of undertaking QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities.
• Willing to undertake QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within 18 months.

Mansioni

• You will support people with all aspects of their daily lives and develop relationships based on respect and equality.
• Work in accordance with individual plans to promote rights and independence and uphold Cheshire Ireland’s values.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Driving

English (verbal and written)

Formazione

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support

QQI Level 6 Social Care

Nursing qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

Multiple locations

• Cheshire House, Curragreen, Galway, Co. Galway, H91 NPX0
• CHESHIRE IRELAND , Abbey View Residence , Cranmore Road , Co. Sligo , F91 V084
• Park View , Belleek , Ballina , Co. Mayo , F26 V1K0
• CHESHIRE HOME APTS, An Clachan , Long Lane , Letterkenny , Co. Donegal , F92 AK83

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Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

What you will doYou 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. 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. €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. 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: 18th of November 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 16th birthday. www.cheshire.ie Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321

• Sector: human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Entry Level

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme) OR QQI

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Collaboration, Teamwork
• Specialising In: qqi
• Driving Licence: Full B
• Languages: English B1-Intermediate