Personal Student Support Assistant

The Rehab Group; Sligo; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Educational leave

Long Service Reward Scheme

Job summary

The Rehab Group in Ireland is seeking a Personal Student Support Assistant to provide personalized support to individuals with additional needs within our training programs. This fixed-term, 6-month, part-time role (30 hours/week) offers opportunities to assist with postural management, social skills, and personal care, while ensuring participation in learning activities.

We value flexible, person-centered approaches and require QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care and QQI Level 5 Special

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care qualification.
• QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with adults/young people with disabilities, including managing challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Support students in achieving their personal goals under the instructor's supervision, ensuring they stay on task and fully participate in their program.
• Accompany and support students who may need to leave the training room, helping them return to class when ready.
• Provide support during community-based activities and work experiences, ensuring students engage fully in external learning opportunities.
• Provide personal care support when needed, ensuring students' well-being and dignity are maintained.
• Ensure safety by applying all Health and Safety procedures, reporting concerns, and adhering to safety policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexible and person-centred approach

Experience with disabilities

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care

QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent

Job description

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals.

WE WELCOME ALL BACKGROUNDS AND ABILITIES!

We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.

Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.

JOIN OUR TEAM AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Personal Student Support Assistant

Fixed term contract- 6 Months/ Part-time, 30 hours per week

38 Kempten Promenade, Rathquarter, Sligo, F91 EY26

Job Purpose

To provide personalized support to individuals with additional needs, helping them fully participate in their programs and meet their daily support requirements. This includes navigating the training environment, postural management, social skills, offering assistance with intimate care and transitioning between activities. The role is aimed at supporting individuals with complex and diverse needs to engage fully in their training.

What we’re looking for:

• QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care qualification
• QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent qualification
• Experience working with adults/young people with disabilities, including managing challenging behaviours
• Good interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Flexible and person-centred approach

Your Responsibilities

• Support students in achieving their personal goals under the instructor's supervision, ensuring they stay on task and fully participate in their program.
• Accompany and support students who may need to leave the training room, helping them return to class when ready.
• Provide support during community-based activities and work experiences, ensuring students engage fully in external learning opportunities.
• Provide personal care support when needed, ensuring students' well-being and dignity are maintained.
• Ensure safety by applying all Health and Safety procedures, reporting concerns, and adhering to safety policies.

Closing Date:30th September 2026

Salary starting from point 1 €27,641.52 to point 5 €31,721.41 pro rata. The 9-point salary scale provides annual progression opportunities up to €36,186.19 pro rata.

What we Offer:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Educational leave
• 24 days annual leave pro-rata
• Bike to work scheme
• Tax saver travel scheme
• Income protection
• Unpaid leave
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Digital Doctor
• Financial support for studying and study leave
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer.