Programme Assistant, Day Service, Kilcullen

Camphill Communities of Ireland; Kilcullen; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) is recruiting for a Programme Assistant to join our team at The Bridge, Kilcullen. This permanent, part-time role (35 hours per week) offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a leading national organisation that supports adults with disabilities.

The role requires QQI Level 5 major award or equivalent in Community/Health or Social Care, plus relevant experience and IT skills.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Major Award or equivalent qualification in Community/Health or Social Care.
• 1 year experience working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Understanding of current policy and developments in Social Care at national level.
• Experience running programmes for adults with intellectual disability/autism.
• Understanding of the New Directions model of day support services as developed by the HSE.
• Ability to follow plans and methods to meet ongoing needs of the individuals supported.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Driving licence

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams)

Job description

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) are recruiting for:

Programme Assistants

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism. CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other.

We are currently recruiting for programme assistants to join our team in The Bridge, Kilcullen.

Job Title: Programme Assistant

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Parttime (35 hours per week)

Salary: €32,526- €42,730 per annum

Closing Date: 6th november 2026

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation.

What you will need:

• Hold a minimum of a QQI Level 5 Major Award on the QQI Framework - or equivalent qualification in Community/Heath or Social Care.
• Have 1 years experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
• Experience of running programmes for adults with an intellectual disability/autism
• An understanding of the New Directions model of day support services, as developed by the HSE. A willingness to work in promoting this model within your role
• An ability to follow plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of the individuals supported.
• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full driver's licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.

Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting, relevant Police clearance for any country of residence of over 6 months from the age of 18 and reference checking

Camphill Communities of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer