Programme Assistant - Roscrea

Irish Wheelchair Association; Ireland; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working conditions

Training & Development opportunities

25 days annual leave pro rata

My Future Fund Pension

Employee Assistance Service

Job summary

Irish Wheelchair Association in Roscrea invites applications for a permanent 22-hour Programme Assistant role. You will develop, implement and lead programmes and individualised support for members in the centre.

The post supports community participation for people with disabilities, with safeguarding awareness and training, health and safety compliance, and flexibility for out-of-hours activities as required.

Qualifications

• QQI level 5 (Major Award) in Health Care Support or similar qualification is essential.
• Previous experience of working with databases and Microsoft Office suite are desirable.
• Strong computer and administration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the implementation of Resource and Outreach Programmes as set by the Service Co-ordinator and Service Support Officer in line with the Resources and Outreach Operational Manual.
• Support the development of Youth Services in the area.
• Facilitate opportunities for members to access community facilities and engage in community and other activities.
• Support individual service users in line with the Associations Person Centred Approach and through the Individual Support Service.
• Prepare and maintain records as required by the Operational Manual, Service Coordinator and Service Support Officer.
• Mentor and support staff in all aspects of programme delivery.
• Accompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, social and day trips as required.
• Support and engage with a change management process in line with HSE New Direction standards as required by the Service Coordinator.
• Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all Community Centre activities and in the centre itself. Record and report any hazards or accidents to the Service Co-ordinator.
• To comply with IWA's Parent and Ancillary Safety Statements and any legislative duties set out in current Health and Safety and Fire Safety Legislation.
• The use of clamping, hoisting and lifting equipment are an essential part of this role.
• Patient moving and handling; assist with personal care of service users where required.
• Ensure that your work and interactions with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independence of the members.
• Undertake training as directed by the Service Co-ordinator.
• Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to.
• Flexibility and availability for out of hours service activities i.e. evenings and weekends.
• Support the fundraising function within IWA.
• Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time.

Skills

Networking & facilitation

Project development

Experience with disabilities

Computer & admin skills

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care Support

QQI Health Service Skills

QQI Community & Health Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

We would like to invite applications for the following permanent 22-hour contract, Programme Assistant role.

Programme Assistant

Roscrea

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment

As a Programme Assistant you will be expected to develop, implement, and lead programmes, projects and individualised support to members engaging in the centre. The objectives of the Community Centre are to provide pathways for people with disability to participate fully in the community, by means of establishing developmental, personal, and social inclusion programmes. You will be required to undertake and ensure the execution of such other tasks/duties as may be deemed necessary to the successful implementation of the programme.

Liaison

Close liaison is required with the Service Co-Ordinator, Service Support Officer, colleagues, volunteers, members, and their families. Links will also be made with relevant voluntary and statutory agencies and educational institutes

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the implementation of Resource and Outreach Programmes as set by the Service Co-ordinator and Service Support Officer in line with the Resources and Outreach Operational Manual
• Support the development of Youth Services in the area
• Facilitate opportunities for members to access community facilities and engage in community and other activities
• Support individual service users in line with the Associations Person Centred Approach and through the Individual Support Service
• Prepare and maintain records as required by the Operational Manual, Service Coordinator and Service Support Officer
• Mentor and support staff in all aspects of programme delivery
• Accompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, social and day trips as required
• Support and engage with a change management process in line with HSE New Direction standards as required by the Service Coordinator
• Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all Community Centre activities and in the centre itself. Record and report any hazards or accidents to the Service Co-ordinator
• To comply with IWA's Parent and Ancillary Safety Statements and any legislative duties set out in current Health and Safety and Fire Safety Legislation
• The use of clamping, hoisting and lifting equipment are an essential part of this role
• Patient moving and handling; assist with personal care of service users where required
• Ensure that your work and interactions with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independence of the members
• Undertake training as directed by the Service Co-ordinator
• Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to
• Flexibility and availability for out of hours service activities i.e. evenings and weekends
• Support the fundraising function within IWA
• Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Training, Experience and Qualifications

QQI level 5 (Major Award) in Health Care Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are:

• Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice)
• Health Service Skills (to include minor components, Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures, Care Skills and Care Support)
• Health Care Support (to include minor components, Safety & Health at Work, Care Skills and Care Support)
• Previous experience of working with databases and Microsoft Office suite are desirable

Knowledge and Skills

• Previous experience of networking, facilitation, development and delivery of projects or programmes is required
• Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is required
• Strong computer and administration skills are essential

Competencies

• Communicating and Influencing
• Motivating and Empowering
• Innovation and Creativity
• Planning and Organising
• Quality and Customer Focus

Behaviours

• The ability to work as part of a team and work on own initiative
• An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence among the team
• Strong customer service focus
• Be of good character

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary range on offer for this position is €18,965 up to €21,111 DOE
• Excellent working conditions
• Training & Development opportunities
• 25 days annual leave pro rataMy Future Fund (Auto Enrolment) Pension
• Employee Assistance Service

*The current pay scale is subject to a 2% salary rate increase in 2026, aligning with the recent WRC interim agreement aimed at enhancing pay adjustments within Section 39 organizations.

The closing date for applications is Thursday, 17th September 2026

Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.