Student Support Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Paid maternity/paternity/adoption

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-sty

Long Service Reward Scheme

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

The Rehab Group in Limerick, Ireland, is seeking a Student Support Worker on a fixed term, part-time contract (30 hours per week). You will provide individualized supports to participants with additional support needs during training or work experience, and assist with personal care and safe practices.

QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care and QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent are required. We offer a range of benefits and a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care qualification.
• QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent.
• Experience of dealing with persons with additional support needs.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist persons to participate in training or work experience.
• Assist persons with physical disabilities in using assistive technology and materials.
• Maintain health and safety standards and report concerns to the Manager.
• Provide personal care and assist with medication in line with policy.

Skills

QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care

QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting

Experience with additional support

Team-oriented mindset

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!

Student Support Worker

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

Raheen Business Park, NLN, Raheen, Limerick, V94 YNX3

Job Purpose

To provide individualized supports to persons with additional support needs. Support includes assistance to enable them to fully participate in their programme and other support needs as required during their day.

What we're looking for:

• QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care Qualification.
• QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or other equivalent qualification.
• Experience of dealing with persons with additional support needs.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong willingness to learn and grow.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively

Your Responsibilities

• Support and assist persons to fully participate in training and/ or work experience.
• Support persons with physical disabilities in the use of assistive technology equipment, with typing, handwriting, creative materials etc.
• Apply all standards and procedures relating to Health and Safety legislation and maintain the highest levels of safety adhering to policy and procedure in the use of all safety equipment. Report to the Manager any concerns regarding safety and welfare.
• Provide personal assistance as required in all aspects of personal care and manual handling, ensuring comfort and hygiene and adhering to safe practice at all times. Assist in the taking of medication in line with policy and procedure as required.

Closing Date:23rd 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.